Stow manual STR46SP Maintenance

Changing Engine Oil And Filter

1.Change the engine oil after the first 5 hours of use, then change every 6 months or 100 hours.

2.Remove the oil filler cap (Figure 12, Item 5), and fill engine crankcase with recommended type oil as listed in Table 3. Fill to the upper limit of dipstick.

3.Crankcase oil capacity with oil filter replacement is 2.02 qts. (1.90 liters).

Oil Filter (100 Hours)

1.Replace the engine oil filter (Figure 14) every oil change or 100 hours.

Figure 14. Oil Filter

2.Be sure to coat the seal of the new oil filter with clean engine oil.

Fuel Filter (200 Hours)

■Replace the engine fuel filter (Figure 15) every 200 hours.

STR46SP — MAINTENANCE

Oil And Fuel Lines

■Check the oil and fuel lines and connections regularly for leaks or damage. Repair or replace as necessary.

■Replace the oil and fuel lines every two years to maintain the line's performance and flexibility.

Long Term Storage

■Remove the battery.

■Drain fuel from fuel tank, fuel line and carburetor.

■Remove spark plug and pour a few drops of motor oil into cylinder. Crank engine 3 to 4 times so that oil reaches all internal parts.

■Clean exterior with a cloth soaked in clean oil.

■Store unit covered with plastic sheet in moisture and dust- free location out of direct sunlight.

CAUTION

Never store the ride-on trowel with fuel in the tank for any extended period of time. Always clean up spilled fuel immediately.

Engine Tune-Up

■See your engine manual for specific information on tuning up your engine, checking and gaping the spark plugs, etc.

See the engine manual supplied with

NOTE your machine for appropriate engine maintenance schedule and troubleshooting guide for problems.

Figure 15. Fuel Filter (Typical)	At the front of the book (Page 9) there is a “Daily Pre-Operation
	Checklist”. Make copies of this checklist and use it on a daily
	basis.
	Disconnect spark plug wires and battery cables before attempting
	any service or maintenance on the ride-on trowel.

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