15
English
21
20
Fig. 25
(7) The initial cutting line length should be approx.
4-11/32
˝
–5-1/2
˝
(11–14 cm) and should be equal
on both sides. (Fig. 26)
4-11/32
˝
–5-1/2
˝
(11-14 cm)
4-11/32
˝
–5-1/2
˝
Fig. 26
For long-term storage
Drain all fuel from the fuel tank. Start and let engine
run until it stops. Repair any damage which has
resulted from use. Clean the unit with a clean rag, or
the use of high pressure air hose. Put a few drops
of two-cycle engine oil into the cylinder through the
spark plug hole, and spin the engine over several
times to distribute oil.
Cover the unit and store it in a dry area.
Maintenance schedule
Below you will
fi
nd some general maintenance
instructions. For further information please contact
Tanaka dealer.
Daily maintenance
○
Clean the exterior of the unit.
○
Check the cutting attachment guard for damage
or cracks. Change the guard in case of impacts
or cracks.
○
Check that the cutting attachment is properly
centred, sharp, and without cracks. An o
ff
-centre
cutting attachment induces heavy vibrations that
may damage the unit.
○
Check that the cutting attachment nut is
su
ffi
ciently tightened.
○
Check that nuts and screws are su
ffi
ciently
tightened.
○
Check that the unit is undamaged and free of
defects.
Weekly maintenance
○
Check the starter, especially the cord.
○
Clean the exterior of the spark plug.
○
Remove the spark plug and check the electrode
gap. Adjust it to 0.024
˝
(0.6 mm), or change the
spark plug.
○
Check that the angle gear is
fi
lled with grease up
to 3/4.
○
Clean the air
fi
lter.
Monthly maintenance
○
Rinse the fuel tank with gasoline.
○
Clean the exterior of the carburetor and the
space around it.
○
Clean the fan and the space around it.
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