(3)(4)1. Before operation, pay particular attention to the tightness of Cutter Blade ornylon cutting head.Check bolts and nuts and retighten if necessary.: Every 8 hours (Daily)2. Check clogging of the cooling air passage and the cylinder fins. Clean them ifnecessary.: Every 8 hours (Daily)3. Cleaning of air cleaner.: Every 8 hours (Daily)1) Remove the air cleaner cover (1) and clean the sponge element (2).If there is excessive dust or dirt adhering to cleaner, clean it.A clogged air cleaner may make it difficult or impossible to start the engineor increase the engine rotational speed.2) Install the sponge element around the ribs of the air cleaner case.4. Checkup of spark plug.: Every 8 hours (Daily)The gap between the two electrodes of the spark plug should be 0.6 to 0.7 mm(0.024” to 0.028”).If the gap is too wide or too narrow, adjust it.If the spark plug is clogged with carbon or fouled, clean it thoroughly or replaceit.5. Supply of grease to gear case.Apply grease (SHELL ALVANIA No. 3 or equivalent) to the gear case throughthe grease hole (3) every 30 hours.(Genuine MAKITA grease may be purchased from your MAKITA dealer.)6. Cleaning of muffler exhaust port: Every 50 hours (Monthly)If the exhaust port (4) is clogged with carbon, remove it by scraping and tappinggently with a screwdriver or the like.7. Check of fuel filter. If clogged, clean the filter.8. Replace fuel lines.: Every 200 hours (Yearly)9. Overhaul engine.: Every 200 hours (Yearly)10. Replace packings and gaskets with new ones.: Every time engine isreassembled.General Engine assembly, screws and nuts Visual inspection for damage and tightnessCheck for general condition and securityAfter each refuelling Throttle leverSafety lock keyON-OFF switchFunctional checkFunctional checkFunctional checkDaily Sponge element (air filter)Cooling air ductCutting bladeIdling speedTo be cleanedTo be cleanedCheck for damage and sharpnessInspection (cutting tool must not move)Weekly Spark plugMufflerInspection, replace if necessaryCheck and if necessary clean the openingQuarterly Suction head (gas line filter)Fuel tankTo be replacedTo be cleanedShutting down procedure Fuel tankCarburetorEmpty fuel tankOperate until engine runs out of fuel0.6 mm – 0.7 mm(0.024” – 0.028”)Gear caseMAINTENANCE SCHEDULE16