Maintenance - Southland S-WFT-16022-[E] Manual Del Operador

Maintenance

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WARNING
Before performing any maintenance, turn engine off and remove the wire from the spark plug to prevent accidental
starting and serious injury.
IMPORTANT: The warranty on this Trimmer does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence.
To receive full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain the trimmer as instructed in this manual, and only use
genuine replacement parts. The following table lists required periodic maintenance.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE TABLE
Service Records-
Before
Fill in dates as you complete regular
Each Use 10 Hours
service
Check Engine Oil Level,
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Fill to Proper Level
Check Trimmer Lines and
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Replace if Necessary
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Clean Debris From Unit
Check Fasteners for Tightness
Check Fuel Line
Replace if Necessary
Lubricate Moving Parts
Check Spark Plug
Replace if Necessary
Check Drive Belt
Replace if Necessary
Clean Air Filter,
Replace if very Dirty
Change Engine Oil
Replace Spark Plug
Clean Combustion Deposits from
cylinder, piston, and valves
CAUTION
IMPORTANT NOTES about Maintenance schedule
1. Change Trimmer Lines when they are half original length.
2. Frequently clean grass from
a. Holes in recoil starter cover
b. Under deck in the trimmer head area
c. Around muffler
3. Re-check fastener tightness after the first 2 hours of initial use.
4. Clean air filter every 10 hours if operating under dusty conditions.
5. Change engine oil after first 5-8 hours of initial use
6. Change oil every 25 hours if operating under heavy load or in high temperatures
WARNING
Use only GENUINE replacement parts. Other parts may damage the unit or result in injury.
Questions? Call Toll Free at 1-800-737-2112
After
After Every After Every After Every Before
Every
25 Hours of 50 Hours of 100 Hour Each
Use Use of Use Season
of Use
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Maintenance
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How to Change the Oil
NOTE: Refer to Figure 11 when following the steps below:
1. Stop the engine and allow it to cool.
2. Disconnect spark plug wire from the spark plug.
3. Insert a flat pan under the Trimmer, underneath the oil
drain plug.
4. Remove oil dipstick. (See Figure 5)
5. Remove the oil drain plug and washer.
See
6. Allow all oil to drain into the pan.
Before
Note
IMPORTANT: Used oil is a hazardous waste. Place oil in a
Storage
Below
sealed container and take to your local recycling center. Do
NOT discard with household waste.
7. Replace the oil drain plug and washer.
8. To re-fill engine with oil, see engine preparation section
"How to Check Oil and Fill to Proper Level"
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How to Clean the Air Filter
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A dirty air filter will restrict air intake. Periodic maintenance
of the air filter will help improve engine performance and
reduce emissions.
WARNING
N ever clean air filter with gasoline or an easy ignited solvent
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because it may cause explosion.
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1. Remove the air filter cover, and carefully remove the filter
element. (See Figure 12)
2. Clean all parts.
3. Blow off dirt from filter element with compressed air.
(See Figure 13)
4. Reinstall the filter element and air filter cover.
Questions? Call Toll Free at 1-800-737-2112
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NOTE: View is bottom of the unit
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Oil Drain Plug
Figure 11
Filter Element Air Filter Cover
Figure 12
Figure 13
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