Garland APACHE 675 SL Manual Do Operador página 50

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Operation
Check that there are no loose parts
Check the oil level
Change the engine oil
Clean the air filter
Check the spark plug
Removing the security devices, improper
maintenance, or replacements with non-original
spare parts can cause injury.
8.1. MAINTENANCE AND CARE AFTER USE
Perform the following maintenance operations
and care when you have finished working with
the machine to ensure the smooth running of this
machine in the future.
8.1.1. GENERAL CHECKPOINTS AND CLEANING
Keep the machine clean, especially the area of the
fuel tank and areas close to the air filter.
Cleaning of the area of the blade:
- Stop the engine and allow the engine to cool.
- Tilt on the side opposite to the mower air filter, so
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that the air filter is on top.
- Remove any grass clippings using a scraper and
brush.
- Once you have removed the grass clippings you
can use a stream of water for a more thorough
cleaning. Direct the water jet towards the blade,
the inside of the casing and nozzle exit from the
crankcase into the collecting bag. Never direct
the high-pressure cleaner jet to the transmission
or engine parts. If water gets in the ignition
system or carburetor, damage and failures occur.
- Replace the mower in normal position (all four
wheels on the ground), start the mower and let it
run for a couple of minutes.
Starting the lawnmower after cleaning is important
because:
- Having lopsided the engine, the engine oil must
return to the crankcase. Starting the engine will
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