The following intervals apply for normal operating
conditions. The specified intervals must be short‐
ened accordingly when working for longer than nor‐
mal or under difficult cutting conditions (extensive
dust, etc.).
Before starting work
At the end of work and/or daily
Whenever tank is refilled
Weekly
Monthly
Annually
If faulty
If damaged
As required
Clean X
Control handle Function test X X
Air filter replace X X
Manual fuel pump check X
Have repaired by a spe‐
cialist dealer
1)
X
Filter in fuel tank Have checked by
dealer
1)
X
Have replaced by serv‐
icing dealer
1)
X X
Fuel tank Clean X
Carburetor Check idle speed X X
Readjust idle speed X
Spark plug Adjust electrode gap X
Replace after every 100
hours of operation
Intake port for cooling air Visual inspection X
Clean X
Valve clearance If power is low or crank‐
ing effort very high, have
valve clearance checked
and, if necessary, adjus‐
ted by dealer
1)
X
Spark arresting screen in
muffler
Check if installed X
Check or replace
1)
X
Spacer, shim check X
Have replaced by serv‐
icing dealer
1)
X X
All accessible screws,
nuts and bolts (not
adjusting screws)
Tighten X
Anti-vibration elements check X
Have replaced by serv‐
icing dealer
1)
X X
Blower air intake shield check X X
Clean X
Base plate check X X
Clean X
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