3.4.
Cleaning and maintenance
a)
Before cleaning, adjustment, replacement of accessories, and when the unit
is not in use, turn off the engine and cool the unit completely.
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Wait until the rotating parts stop.
b)
Use only non-corrosive cleaning agents for cleaning the surfaces.
c)
Store the unit in a dry and cool place protected from moisture and direct
sunlight.
d)
Do not spray the unit with a stream of water or immerse it in water.
e)
Make sure that no water enters through the ventilation openings in the
casing.
f)
Clean the ventilation openings with a brush and compressed air.
g)
Perform regular inspections of the unit checking technical fitness and any
damages.
h)
Use a soft cloth for cleaning.
i)
Do not use sharp and/or metal objects (e.g. a wire brush or metal spatula) for
cleaning, as these may damage the surface of the material from which the
unit is made.
j)
Change engine oil after the first month or 20 hours of operation. Thereafter,
change oil every 300 operating hours or every six months, whichever comes
first.
• To change engine oil, it is best done when the oil is warm because it is
thinner and flows more easily.
Before unscrewing the oil filler cap and then the drain plug, first put a
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container for used oil underneath it.
After draining the oil, close the drain plug tightly and wipe dry the area
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around it from the rest of the used oil. You can refill the engine with fresh
oil.
CAUTION: the engine oil after work is hot - risk of burns!
k)
Inspect the spark plug from time to time for wear and dirt.
• To access the spark plug, remove the ignition cable boot under which the
plug is screwed into the engine head.
• Unscrew the spark plug and inspect the tip for dirt and burn marks.
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