Homelite UT40530 Manual Del Operador página 19

CHANGING ENGINE LUBRICANT
See Figure 13.
WARNING:
Do not change engine lubricant while it is hot. Accidental
contact with hot engine lubricant could result in serious
burns.
 Remove the oil cap/dipstick.
 Place a container underneath the oil drain plug to collect
used lubricant as it drains.
 Unscrew the oil drain plug and remove.
 Allow lubricant to drain completely.
 Reinstall the oil drain plug and tighten securely.
 Refill with lubricant following the instructions in the
Adding/Checking Lubricant section. For amount of
lubricant needed to refill, see Product Specifications
earlier in the manual, if applicable.
 Reinstall the oil cap/dipstick.
NOTE: Used lubricant should be disposed of at an approved
disposal site. See your local lubricant retailer for more
information.
CLEANING THE EXHAUST PORT AND MUFFLER
Depending on the type of fuel used, the type and amount
of lubricant used, and/or your operating conditions, the
exhaust port and muffler may become blocked with carbon
deposits. If you notice a power loss with your gas-powered
products, you may need to remove these deposits to restore
performance. We highly recommend that only qualified service
technicians perform this service.
SPARK ARRESTOR
See Figure 14.
NOTICE:
This product is equipped with a spark arrestor that has
been evaluated by the USDA Forest Service; however,
product users must comply with Federal, State, and
local fire prevention regulations. Check with appropriate
authorities. Contact customer service or a qualified
service center to purchase a replacement spark arrestor.
Inspect the spark arrestor for breaks or holes. Replace if
necessary.
 Remove the screws securing the spark arrestor in place.
Then, remove the spark arrestor.
 Use a wire brush to remove carbon deposits from the
spark arrestor as needed.
 Replace the spark arrestor and reinstall the screws.
Tighten securely.
MAINTENANCE
FUEL CAP, TANK, AND LINES
WARNING:
Check for fuel leaks. A leaking fuel cap, tank, or lines
are a fire hazard and must be replaced immediately. If
you find any leaks, correct the problem before using the
product. Failure to do so could result in a fire that could
cause serious personal injury.
DRAINING FUEL TANK/CARBURETOR
See Figure 15.
To help prevent gum deposits in the fuel system, drain the
fuel from the tank and carburetor before storing.
 Turn off the water pump.
 Move the fuel lever to the CLOSED position.
 Position a container under the fuel sediment cup and
carburetor drain screw to catch fuel.
 Remove the carburetor drain screw and fuel sediment cup.
 Allow fuel to drain completely into container.
 Retighten drain screw and reinstall fuel sediment cup.
NOTE: Consult hazardous waste management guidelines in
your area for the proper way to dispose of used fuel.
DRAINING THE WATER PUMP
See Figure 16.
 Turn off the water pump.
 Place a container underneath the water drain cap to
collect water.
 Loosen the water drain cap and drain the water.
NOTICE:
Do not store the water pump with water in the priming
tank.
 Replace the water drain cap. Tighten securely.
STORING OF THE WATER PUMP
NOTE: Regular use of fuel stabilizer will give you better
performance of the unit. See the Replacement Parts List
for available sizes and part numbers of these items and
call customer service to order.
WARNING:
While storing keep at least 3 feet of clearance on all sides
of this product, including overhead. Allow a minimum
of 30 minutes of "cool down" time before storage. Heat
created by muffler and exhaust gases could be hot
enough to ignite combustible objects.
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