9. Maintenance
4. Others
Check for fuel leakage and loose fastenings and
damage to major parts, especially handle joints
and guide bar mounting. If any defects are found,
make sure to have them repaired before operating
again.
■PERIODICAL SERVICE POINTS
1. Cylinder fins
Dust clogging between the cylinder fins will cause
overheating of the engine. Periodically check and
clean the cylinder fins after removing the air
cleaner and the cylinder cover. When installing the
cylinder cover, make sure that switch wires and
grommets are positioned correctly in place. (F31)
Be sure to block the air intake hole.
2. Fuel filter
(a)Using a wire hook, take out the filter from the
filler port. (F32)
(1) Fuel filter
(b)Disassemble the filter and wash with gasoline,
or replace with new one if needed.
•After removing the filter, use a pinch to hold the
end of the suction pipe.
•When assembling the filter, take care not to
allow filter fibers or dust inside the suction pipe.
3. Oil tank
With a wire hook, take out the oil filter through the
filler port and clean in gasoline. When putting the
filter back into the tank, make sure that it comes to
the front right corner. Also clean off dirt in the tank.
(F33)
(2) Oil filter
NOTE
NOTE
F32
F33
F31
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