ENGINE OIL CHANGE
Drain the oil while the engine is still warm to assure rapid and complete drainage
1.
Remove the oil filler cap and drain the oil.
2.
Refill with the recommended oil and check its level.
Oil capacity: See Specification section of this manual.
Wash your hands with soap and water after touching used oil.
NOTE: Please dispose of used motor oil in a manner that is compatible with the environment. We suggest you
put it in a sealed container to your local service for reclamation. Do not throw it away into the refuge
collection or pour it on the ground or in drains.
AIR FILTER
A dirty air filter will block air flow into the carburettor. To prevent carburettor malfunction, service the air filter
regularly. Service more frequently when operating the engine in extremely dusty areas.
WARNING
Never use gasoline or low flash point solvents to clean the air cleaner element. A fire or explosion
could occur.
CAUTION
Never run the engine without air filter or rapid engine wear will be the result.
1.
Remove the wing nut and the air cleaner cover. Remove the filters and separate them if fitted with a foam
and paper versions. Carefully check both for holes and tears and replace it if damaged.
2.
Foam element (if fitted): clean in warm soapy water, rinse and allow to dry thoroughly or clean in high
flash‐point solvent and allow to dry. Dip the element in clean engine oil and squeeze out all the excess.
The engine will smoke during initial start-up if too much oil is left in the foam.
3.
Paper element (if fitted): Tap the element lightly several times on a hard surface to remove excess dirt or
blow compressed air through the filter from the inside out. Never try to brush the dirt off, doing so will
force dirt into the fibres.
SPARK PLUG
Recommended spark plug: BPR5ES (NGK) or F7RTC (LG)
To ensure proper engine operation, the spark plug must be properly gapped and free of deposits.
1.
Remove the spark plug cap.
WARNING
If the engine has been running, the exhaust (muffler) will be very hot. Be careful not to touch the exhaust
(muffler).
2.
Visually inspect the spark plug. Discard it if the insulator is cracked or chipped.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
