Lubrication
Greasing the Machine
Service Interval: Every 400 hours
Lubricate the grease fitting with No. 2 lithium grease.
1. Wipe the grease fitting clean so foreign matter cannot
be forced into the bearing or bushing
Figure 39
Left side of gasoline model shown; your model may vary
2. Pump grease into the bearing or bushing until the
grease is visible. Wipe up excess grease.
Engine Maintenance
Servicing the Air Cleaner
Service Interval: Every 50 hours—Service the air-cleaner
(Figure
39).
1. Clean the cover thoroughly
1. Air-cleaner cover
2. Release the locking clips and remove the air-cleaner
3. Remove the wing nut securing the elements to the
4. If the foam element is dirty, remove it from the paper
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foam element (more frequently when
operating conditions are dusty or dirty).
Every 100 hours—Service the air-cleaner paper
element (more frequently when operating conditions
are dusty or dirty).
Figure 40
cover.
air-cleaner body
(Figure
41).
element
(Figure
41). Clean it thoroughly, as follows:
A. Wash the foam element in a solution of liquid
soap and warm water. Squeeze it to remove dirt,
but do not twist it because the foam may tear.
B. Dry it by wrapping it in a clean rag. Squeeze the
rag and foam element dry.
Important: Do not twist the foam element
when drying it.
(Figure
40).