PAGE 20 — MTR-40HS— PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (12/15/03)
MTR-40HS— MAINTENANCE (RAMMER)
2. Remove the bolts that secure the oil tank to the fuel tank, and
drain all oil from the tank.
3. Remove cock holder, then clean strainer and cock holder in
a kerosene solution.
4. Make sure every part is clean and dry, then reassemble oil
tank. Fill oil tank with 2-stroke outboard motor oil (FB class)
to the "H" level.
FUEL AND OIL LINES
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Check the fuel and oil lines regularly for damage and ensure
that there are no leaks.
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Replace fuel and oil lines every 2 years to maintain
performance.
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When replacing the oil hose perform the following procedure:
1. Replace oil hose with manufactures suggested type hose or
equivalent.
2. If necessary, fill oil tank with 2-stroke outboard motor oil and
fuel tank wth unleaded gasoline.
3. Operate rammer until all air is bled from oil injection line.
CLEANING THE RAMMER
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If using a high pressure spray washer, be careful not to splash
water directly on the air cleaner, carburetor, muffler, fuel and
oil tank caps. Excessive amounts of water may cause severe
engine damage.
Yearly
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Check the fuel line and the oil line regularly for damage and
to ensure that there are no leaks.
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Replace the oil and fuel lines every two years to maintain the
performance and flexibility lines.
Long Term Storage
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Drain fuel from fuel tank, fuel line and carburetor.
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Remove spark plug and pour a few drops of motor oil into
cylinder. Crank engine 3 to 4 times so that oil reaches all
internal parts.
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Clean exterior of rammer with an oil-moistened cloth.
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Store unit covered with plastic sheet in moisture free and
dust free location out of direct sunlight
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When cleaning the oil tank (Figure 18) perform the following
procedure:
1. Remove the cock holder cover, oil hose, red and black lead
wires from the float sensor.
Figure 18. Oil Tank
CLEANING THE OIL TANK
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Clean the inside of the oil tank regularly, preferably 2 or 3 times
a year.
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In winter, be sure to clean the inside of oil tank to avoid the
freezing of water that may have accumulated inside the tank.
CAUTION:
CAUTION:
CAUTION:
CAUTION:
CAUTION:
If water accidently got inside the oil tank, the oil
may appear muddy. If this situation occurs, simply
flush the tank, removing all foreign matter
including water, and fill oil tank with fresh 2-
stroke outboard motor oil.
Reference manufacturer engine
manual for specific servicing
instructions.
NOTE
