inspection
Before Starting
1.Read all safety instructions at the beginning of manual.
2.Clean the unit, 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.
CAUTION
ALWAYS wear approved eye and hearing protection while operating the mixer.
CAUTION
NEVER place hands or feet inside the engine guard cover while the engine is running. ALWAYS shut the engine down before performing any kind of maintenance service on the mixer.
Engine Oil Check
1.To check the engine oil level, place the unit on secure level ground with the engine stopped.
2.Remove the filler dipstick from the engine oil filler hole (Figure 5) and wipe it clean.
Figure 5. Engine Oil Dipstick (Removal)
5.NOTICEI
Reference engine manufacturer’s manual for specific servicing instructions.
UPPER LIMIT
LOWER LIMIT
Figure 6. Engine Oil Dipstick (Oil Level)
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season | Temperature |
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Summer | 25°C or Higher |
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Spring/Fall | 25°C ~ 10°C |
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| SAE |
Winter | 0°C or Lower |
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Fuel Check
DANGER
Motor fuels are highly flammable and can be dangerous if mishandled. DO NOT smoke while refueling.DO NOT attempt to refuel the mixer if the engine is hot or running.
1.Remove the gasoline cap located on top of fuel tank.
2.Visually inspect to see if fuel level is low. If fuel is low, replenish with unleaded fuel.
3.When refueling, be sure to use a strainer for filtration. DO NOT
3.Insert and remove the dipstick without screwing it into the filler neck. Check the oil level shown on the dipstick.
4.f the oil level is low (Figure 6), fill to the edge of the oil filler hole with the recommended oil type (Table 5). Maximum oil capacity is 2.33 pints (1.09 liters).
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