Instructions / Assembly

Maintenance
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
PROCEDURE TIME
Engine Oil Check Each Use
Replace Engine Oil AfterEach40HoursofUse(ForInitialBreakin–
After First (1st) 10 Hours of Use
Air Cleaner Filter Check Each Use/Replace As Needed or After Every
100 Hours of Use
Impeller Check After 300 Hours of Use or After First Year
Air Cleaner Wash Check before each use/ Clean as needed/ Change
ea. 100 hrs
Spark Plug When Needed
Valve Clearance Check&Re-‐adjustannuallyorafter300Hoursof
Use
Fuel Tank ReplaceEvery3YearsBasedonCondition
1. Start your engine and let it warm up to get the oil warm and thinner. Remove the dipstick (refer to
Controls and Features section) by turning counter clockwise. Remove the oil drain plus (refer to Controls
and Features section) located below the dipstick utilizing the appropriate tools.
CAUTION: THE OIL MAY BE HOT.
2. Drain the engine oil into an approved receptacle and discard in accordance with all Federal and State
Regulations. Never dump your used engine oil on the ground or into drains, only discard in an approved
manner. Check with your local authorities to determine the regulations in your area.
WARNING! AVOID SPLASHING OF HOT OIL. IT CAN BURN YOU
AND CAUSE SEVERE INJURY.
3. After oil is completely drained, replace oil drain plug and tighten with appropriate tools. Replace
oil with the proper oil for your product. Refer to the Pre-Operating Instructions: Engine Oil Level Check
section for exact fill requirements. Always use your dipstick to check the oil level and only fill to the full
mark on the dipstick. Never overfill the engine, as this can cause damage to the unit and void warranty.
4. Replace the dipstick on your engine.
NOTE: Refer to Following Procedures for proper method to perform maintenance
OIL CHANGE PROCEDURES:
Periodic maintenance of your engine oil should be performed after each 40
hours of use your Power Equipment Product. Check your engine oil level
prior to each use.
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