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WARNING! To prevent accidental
Periodic inspection and adjustment of the engine is essential if high level performance is to be maintained. Regular maintenance will also ensure a long service life. The required service intervals and the type of maintenance to be performed are described
in the table below. Follow the hourly or calendar intervals, whichever occur first. More frequent service is required when operating in adverse conditions.
Tasks | First 5 Hrs. | Each Use or | Every Season | Every Season | Every Season | Service Dates |
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Check engine oil |
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Change engine oil |
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Check spark plug |
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Service spark plug |
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When adding oil to the engine, refer to the viscosity chart below (Fig.
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caution: DO NOT use nondetergent oil or
NOTE: Check the oil level before each use and after every five hours of operation to be sure the correct oil level is maintained. Refer to Checking Oil Level in the Assembly &
1.Place a suitable oil collection container under the oil drain plug.
2.Remove the oil drain plug, Figure
Oil Plug
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3.Tip the engine to drain oil into the container. Used oil must be disposed of at a proper collection center.
4.Reinstall the drain plug and tighten it securely.
5.Refill with the recommended oil and check the oil level, refer to Assembly &
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