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12 — English
MAINTENANCE
To change the engine lubricant:
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire. Allow
the engine to cool completely before proceeding.
Remove the screw from the top engine cover and set
aside.
Remove the screws from the bottom engine cover. Remove
the bottom cover and set aside.
Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick.
Tip powerhead on its side and allow lubricant to drain
from the oil fill hole into an approved container.
NOTE: Drain the lubricant while the engine is still warm
but not hot. Warm lubricant will drain quickly and more
completely.
Return the power head to an upright position and refill
with lubricant following the instructions in the Adding/
Checking Engine Lubricant section previously in this
manual.
NOTICE:
Do not overfill. Overfilling the crankcase may cause
excessive smoke, lubricant loss, and engine damage.
Reinstall the bottom engine cover. Replace the screws
and tighten securely.
Replace the screw in the top engine cover and tighten
securely.
NOTE: Used lubricant should be disposed of at an approved
disposal site. See your local retailer for more information.
ADJUSTING CAMSHAFT-TO-ROCKER ARM
CLEARANCE
See Figures 22 - 24.
Inspect the camshaft-to-rocker arm clearance after every
25 hours of operation. This should be done in a clean, dust-
free environment.
NOTE: This procedure requires partial disassembly of the
engine. If you are unsure if you are qualified to perform this
operation, take the unit to a qualified service center.
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire. Allow
the engine to cool completely before proceeding.
Remove the screw from the top engine cover. Remove
engine cover and set aside.
Reinstall the air filter.
NOTE: Make sure the filter is seated properly inside the
cover. Installing the filter incorrectly will allow dirt to enter
the engine, causing rapid engine wear.
Replace the air filter cover by placing the slots on the air
filter cover over the tabs on the housing, then push the
cover down until it latches securely in place.
FUEL CAP, TANK, AND LINES
WARNING:
Check for fuel leaks. A leaking fuel cap, tank, or line is 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.
The fuel cap contains a non-serviceable filter and a
check valve. A clogged fuel filter will cause poor engine
performance. If performance improves when the fuel cap
is loosened, check valve may be faulty or filter clogged.
Replace fuel cap if required.
SPARK PLUG REPLACEMENT
This engine uses an Champion RY4C, Ryobi AC00164A,
or equivalent spark plug with .025 in. electrode gap. Use
a recommended or equivalent replacement and replace
annually.
NOTICE:
Be careful not to cross-thread the spark plug. Cross-
threading will seriously damage the product.
CHANGING ENGINE LUBRICANT
See Figure 21.
WARNING:
Do not change engine lubricant while it is hot. Accidental
contact with hot engine lubricant could result in serious
burns.
For best performance, engine lubricant should be changed
after every 25 hours of operation.
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