MAINTENANCE
Below you will find some general maintenance instructions.
Daily maintenance
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1Check that the components of the throttle control work safely. (Throttle lock and throttle control.)
2Clean the chain brake and check that it operates safely. Make sure that the chain catcher is undamaged, and replace it if necessary.
3Clean the air filter. Replace if necessary.
4The bar should be turned daily for more even wear. Check the lubrication hole in the bar, to be sure it is not clogged. Clean the bar groove. If the bar has a sprocket tip, this should be lubricated.
5Check that the bar and chain are getting sufficient oil.
6Sharpen the chain and check its tension and condition. Check the drive sprocket for excessive wear and replace if necessary.
7Clean the air intake on the starter. Check the starter and starter cord.
8Check that nuts and screws are tight.
9Test the stop switch to ensure that it works.
Weekly maintenance
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1Check that the vibration damping elements are not damaged.
2Lubricate the clutch drum bearing.
3File off any burrs from the edges of the bar.
4Clean the spark plug. Check that the electrode gap is 0.5 mm.
5Clean the fins on the flywheel. Check the starter and the recoil spring.
6Clean the cooling fins on the cylinder.
7Clean or replace the spark arrestor mesh in the muffler.
8Clean the carburettor compartment.
Monthly maintenance
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1Check the brake band on the chain brake for wear.
2Check the clutch centre, clutch drum and clutch spring for wear.
3Clean the outside of the carburettor.
4Check the fuel filter and the fuel hose. Replace if necessary.
5Clean the inside of the fuel tank.
6Clean the inside of the oil tank.
7Check all cables and connections.
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