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Walk Behind Trimmers
Maintenance
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
The items listed in this service and maintenance schedule are to be checked and, if necessary, corrective action taken.
This schedule is designed for normal operating conditions.
If operating under severe or adverse conditions, more frequent checks may be required.
SEE ENGINE OWNER'S MANUAL FOR FURTHER ENGINE MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
| COMPONENT | MAINTENANCE REQUIRED | REFER TO ENGINE OPERATOR’S MANUAL | BEFORE EACH USE | AFTER FIRST USE | EVERY 8 HOURS | EVERY YEAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air cleaner | Check and clean (1) | ● | ||||
| Engine oil | Change (1) | ● | ● | |||
| Spark plug | Check condition and gap | ● | ||||
| Fuel tank | Check / fill | ● | ||||
| All internal and external bolts | Check tightness | ● | ||||
| Cooling shrouds | Clean (1) | ● | ||||
| Belt | Check tightness | ● | ||||
| Spark arrestor* | Clean | ● | ||||
| Entire machine | Clean | ● | ||||
| Starter drive | Service | ● |
(1) Perform more frequently under extremely dusty conditions.
* If equipped
Change oil after first 5–8 hours of use, then every 50 hours or every season.
Warranty Note:
As the Limited Warranty states, failure by the Owner to perform normal maintenance will void the machine’s warranty.
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
Maintenance is essential to preserve engine life.
Clean engine periodically to remove grass and buildup.
Refer to the engine owner's manual for:
Cleaning the air filter
Changing the oil
Complete maintenance schedule
Inspect and clean engine cooling fins as needed.
WARNING
Clean grass and buildup from engine periodically
Dusty conditions will require frequent cleaning