ALWAYS turn off engine, and disconnect the spark plug wire before cleaning, adjusting, or servicing the engine. After
servicing, make sure all guards and cover shields are replaced before using.
Item
Engine oil
Air filter element
Spark plug
Spark arrester
Replace batteries (Recoil
engines only)
Idle
Valve clearance
Fuel tank and fuel filter
Fuel hose
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Service more frequently when used in dusty environments.
**
If necessary.
*** These items shall be maintained by a NorthStar Authorized Service Center unless the user has proper tools
and maintenance capability.
Maintenance
Maintenance Hazards
Maintenance Schedule Summary
Maintenance period
Each
use
Check level
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Change
Inspection
√
Clean
Replace
Replace
Clean
Check-adjust
Check-adjust
Clean
Inspection
WARNING
First month or
Every 3 months or
20 hours
50 hours
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Every 2 years (replace it if necessary)
17
Every 6 months
Every year or
or 200 hours
300 hours
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