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7.3.1
Procedure:
• Position the machine on a level
surface for the check.
• Wipe around the dipstick. Unscrew it and
pull it out. Clean the dipstick (g.10.H).
• Push the dipstick down completely
without screwing it into place.
• Now pull the dipstick up again.
Read o the oil level.
• Top up using the oil extension hose (g.3.E) if
the level is lower than the “MAX” mark (g.12)
• For the correct replacement
procedure, see par. 7.3.2
Do not overll as this could cause
the engine to overheat. If the oil level
exceeds the “MAX” mark, the oil must be
drained until the correct level is achieved.
NOTE For the type of oil to use,
see the "Technical Data Table”.
7.3.2 Replacement
The oil may be very hot if removed
just after the engine has been switched
o. Consequently allow the engine to
cool down for a few minutes before
proceeding to drain o the oil.
Replace the engine oil based on the frequency
indicated in the "Maintenance Table". Change
the oil more frequently if the engine has
to operate in demanding conditions.
Proceed as follows:
1. Place the machine on a at surface.
2. Place a suitable container
under the drain plug.
3. Remove the top-up cap (g. 10.H)
4. Remove the drain cap (g. 10.I)
5. Collect the oil in a suitable vessel.
6. Screw the oil drain plug back in.
7. Clean up any spills.
8. Fill with fresh oil. For the quantity of oil to
use, see the “Technical data table”.
9. After lling up the oil, start the engine
and leave it to idle for 30 seconds.
10. Check there are no oil leaks.
11. Stop the engine. Wait 30 seconds and
check the oil level again. If necessary,
also see “check/top-up” (par. 7.3.1).
IMPORTANT Hand the spent
oil over to a disposal facility in
accordance with local provisions.
7.4 CLEANING
Carry out cleaning operations
with the machine switched o Do
not try to remove any material stuck
in the brush without rstly:
• Releasing brush and speed controls.
• Turning o the engine.
Always clean the machine after use.
To clean the machine adhere to the
instructions provided below:
• Clean the engine with a brush
and/or compressed air.
• Do not spray water directly onto the engine.
• After cleaning using water, start the
machine and brush to remove any
water which may otherwise end up in
the bearings and cause damage.
IMPORTANT Never use high-pressure water
jets. It could damage the electrical components.
7.5 SPARK PLUG
For spark plug operations, contact the
Dealer or Authorised Assistance Centre.
Consult the Maintenance Table and
the Problems Identication Table for
any intervention on the spark plug.
7.6 CARBURETTOR
The carburettor is pre-tuned by the
manufacturer. Consult the Problems
Identication Table to check when intervention
is required on the carburettor (chap. 12).
7.7 AIR FILTER CLEANING
1. Unscrew the lter cap knob
(g. 13.A) and remove the lid (g. 13.B).
2. Unscrew the knob (g. 13.C) and
remove the lter (g. 13.D).
3. Clean the lter with a jet of compressed
air from the inside out.
4. Make sure the lter is not damaged.
If this is the case, replace it.
5. Reassemble the lter (g. 13.D),
knob (g. 13.C), lid (g. 13.B) and
knob (g. 13.A) in sequence.
7.8 NUTS AND BOLTS
• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure
the equipment is in safe working condition.