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8. Maintenance
■Sharpening (MA7)
Always keep the file or sharpener at an angle of 45° to the blade, and:
•Always grind in the direction of the cutting edge;
•Note: files cut only in one direction; lift the file from the blade when returning to start a new pass;
•Remove all burr from the edge of the blade with a slip stone;
•Remove as little material as possible;
•Before refitting the sharpened blades, remove filings and then apply grease.
Do not try to sharpen a damaged blade: change it or take it to a Service dealer.
■REDUCTION GEARBOX
Refill gear housing every 50 working hours.
Use greese pump. Feed greese until it comes out of the base of blades. (MA8)
■PROCEDURES TO BE PERFORMED AFTER EVERY 100 HOURS OF USE
1.Remove the muffler, insert a screwdriver into the vent, and wipe away any carbon buildup. Wipe away any carbon buildup on the muffler exhaust vent and cylinder exhaust port at the same time.
2.Tighten all screws, bolts, and fittings.
3.Check to see if any oil or grease has worked its way in between the clutch lining and drum, and if it has wipe it away using
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9. Storage
1.Oil the blade to prevent rust.
2.Empty the fuel tank and put the cap back on.
3.Remove the spark plug, pour a small amount of oil into the cylinder.
4.Rotate the crankshaft several times using the starting rope in order to distribute the oil. Put the spark plug back in.
5.Wrap the engine with a plastic sheet.
6.Store the trimmer in a dry place, preferably not in direct contact with the floor and away from heat sources.
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