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INSPECTIONS
Safety is top priority! If you keep your engine in top condition you will greatly reduce the
risk of having an engine failure. If you continually check all systems you will know your
engine much better and therefore be able to recognize any potential problems much easier.
Do not overlook a single point!
Check all points and aspects for wear, condition, operation, security, leaks and serviceability.
If anything is not absolutely in top condition or perfectly adjusted, do not operate engine until
those points are taken care of in order to bring them up to top standards.
The following is a guideline for you to follow. There will be additional points to check on a
regular basis such as accessories. Make notes of these additional points and add them to this
list.
Check each point and give it proper attention.
ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT POINTS
Always maintain an engine maintenance and repair log.
Always keep air filter clean and in good condition.
Always keep engine clean. Wash on a regular basis. If seepage occurs from around cylinders,
intake and exhaust area. #1 Repair leaks immediately. #2 Clean engine thoroughly.
Always ensure all maintenance and inspections have been completed.
Always ensure all systems are in top condition and serviceable.
Never operate engine before reading this manual thoroughly and conforming to it where
applicable.
Never operate engine without both ignition systems functioning.
Never engage starter mechanism without at least one spark plug for each ignition circuit
installed with the spark plug terminal in place unless ignition circuits are shut off.
Never operate engine beyond maximum rated engine RPM.
Never add oil directly into fuel tank, and then simply pour gas into tank. They may not mix
adequately.
Never add fuel while engine is running.
Never add fuel if there is any chance of spilling on hot engine parts.
Never pour unfiltered fuel into fuel tank.
Never use fuel or gasoline more than one month old.
Never store fuel or gasoline in a warm area.
Never store fuel or gasoline where it is exposed to sunlight.
Never use fuel or gasoline that contain harmful additives.
Never us fuel that contains water.
Never run engine without propeller or proper load bearing device.
Never operate engine without engine-monitoring gauges required, (EGT, CHT, &
Tachometer) properly installed and functional.
Never operate engine in any manner that will compromise safety.
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