FS2 CONCRETE SAW — INSPECTION -ENGINE
Before Starting
1.Read safety instructions at the beginning of manual.
2.Clean the SAW, removing dirt and dust, particularly the engine cooling air inlet, carburetor and air cleaner.
3.Check the air filter for dirt and dust. If air filter is dirty, replace air filter with a new one as required.
4.Check carburetor for external dirt and dust. Clean with dry compressed air.
5.Check fastening nuts and bolts for tightness.
Engine Oil Check
1.To check the engine oil level, place the saw on secure level ground with the engine stopped, and the diamond blade removed.
2.Remove the filler cap/dipstick from the engine oil filler hole (Figure 7) and wipe it clean.
Figure 8. Engine Oil Dipstick (Oil Level)
NOTE
Some engines used with the FS2 Concrete Saw have an oil Alert System. This system will automatically stop the in the event of low oil level. ALWAYS be sure to check the engine oil level prior to starting the engine.
Figure 7. Engine Oil Dipstick (Removal)
3.Insertandremovethedipstickwithoutscrewingitintothefiller neck. Check the oil level shown on the dipstick.
4.If the oil level is low (Figure 8), fill to the edge of the oil filler hole with the recommended oil type (Table 5). Maximum oil capacity is 400 cc.
NOTE
Reference manufacturer engine manual for specific servicing instructions.
Table 5. Oil Type
Season | Temperature | Oil Type |
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Summer | 25°C or Higher | SAE |
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Spring/Fall | 25°C~10°C | SAE |
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Winter | 0°C or Lower | SAE |
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Explosive Fuel
Gasoline Check
1.Remove the gasoline cap located on top of fuel tank.
2.Visuallyinspecttoseeiffuellevelislow. Iffuelislow,replenish with unleaded fuel.
3.When refueling, be sure to use a strainer for filtration. DO NOT
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