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▪ Keep the cutting device (1) clean and free of debris. Remove trimmings.
▪ Apply a small amount of suitable lubricant on the cutting device (1) to retain a good cutting
performance (Fig. 20).
▪ Keep the cutting device (1) sharp. Have a worn or damaged cutting device replaced with a
new one of the same type by a qualified specialist.
9.3 Air filter (Fig. 21)
▪ Inspect the air filter (6A) regularly. Replace it with a new one if necessary.
▪ Open the air filter case by loosening the fixing screw (17) with the Multi tool (25).
▪ Remove the screw, cover (18) and take the filter (6a) out.
▪ Tap the filter on a stable surface to remove dust. Use compressed air (max. 3 bar) to
remove stubborn dust.
▪ Apply a small amount of air filter oil on the filter to increase the performance of the filter.
Wring out surplus oil and put the filter into the case.
▪ Put the air filter cover (6) back in place and fix it with the screw (17).
9.4 Fuel tank
▪ Empty the fuel tank when storing the product over 30 days to prevent the fuel from
deteriorating.
▪ Unscrew and remove the fuel tank cap (10) and use a proper fuel pump to empty the fuel
into a suitable container.
9.5 Fuel filter
The fuel tank (9) of this product is fitted with a filter located at the free end of the fuel pipe. Ask
an authorised service centre or similar qualified person to check and where necessary replace
it at regular intervals.
9.6 Spark plug
▪ Inspect the spark plug (19) at least every 25 hours or prior to long-term storage over 30
days if the use has not been this high.
▪ Clean or replace with a new spark plug if necessary, refer to section “TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS”.
▪ Unplug the spark plug connector (20) (Fig. 22).
▪ Loosen the spark plug with the multi tool (25) anticlockwise and carefully remove it (Fig.
23).
▪ Check the spark plug (19) for damage and wear. The color of the electrode should be
light-brown colored.
▪ Remove debris from the electrode with a soft wired brush; avoid heavy cleaning of the
electrode.
▪ Dry the spark plug (19) with a soft cloth if it is wet from fuel.
▪ Check the spark plug gap; it should be 0.6 – 0.7 mm (Fig. 24).
▪ Replace with a new spark plug (19) if either the electrode or the insulation is damaged.
▪ When replacing the spark plug (19) first screw it in hand tight and then lightly tighten it with
the multi tool (25).
9.7 Gear box
▪ Lubricate the gear box every 30 hours or more frequent at heavy use.
▪ Add grease through the lubricator (24) with an lubricating gun until the grease comes out
between the gear box (23) and the cutting device (1) (Fig. 25).
▪ Remove any grease from the product.
