7.2 REFUELLING / EMPTYING
THE FUEL TANK
IMPORTANT Observe the precautions
provided in the engine owner's manual.
Consult the engine owner's manual
for the type of fuel to be used.
7.2.1 Refuelling
To refuel:
1. Unscrew the fuel tank filler cap
and remove it (fig. 30).
2. Insert the funnel (fig. 30).
3. Refuel being careful not to
completely fill the tank.
4. Remove the funnel.
5. Close the fuel cap securely after
refuelling and clean away any spills.
IMPORTANT Do not drip petrol onto
the plastic parts to avoid ruining them.
In the event of accidental leaks, rinse
immediately with water. The warranty does
not cover for damage to plastic parts of the
bodywork or the engine caused by petrol.
7.2.2 Emptying the fuel tank
NOTE Fuel is perishable and should not
remain in the tank for more than 30 days.
Empty the fuel tank before storing the
machine for long periods of time (chap. 9).
Allow the engine to cool
before emptying the fuel tank.
1. Place the machine on a flat
surface, in the open air.
2. Place a suitable container under
the drain tube (fig. 31.A).
3. Disconnect the tube (fig. 31.A) installed
on the fuel filter inlet (fig. 31.B).
4. Open the fuel tap (if provided)
5. Collect the fuel in a suitable container.
6. Reconnect the tube (fig. 31.A) making sure
you position the clamp properly (fig. 31.C).
7. Close the fuel tap (if provided).
The next time the machine is used,
check that there are no fuel leaks from
the tubes, fuel stopcock or carburettor.
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provided in the engine owner's manual.
Consult the engine owner's manual
for the type of oil to be used.
Procedure:
• Make sure that the machine is level
• Check the oil level: according to the
the engine to overheat. If the oil level
exceeds the "MAX" mark, drain until
the correct level is achieved.
To ensure that the machine functions
correctly, and to guarantee a long working
life, we recommend changing the engine
oil at regular intervals, as indicated in the
Owner's Manual supplied with the engine.
just after the engine has been switched
off. Consequently allow the engine to
cool down for a few minutes before
proceeding to drain off the oil.
Replace the engine oil according to the frequency
indicated in the engine owner's manual.
Proceed as follows:
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7.3 CHECK, TOP UP, DRAINING
OF ENGINE OIL
IMPORTANT Observe the precautions
7.3.1 Check/top-up
Always check the oil level before use.
before performing the check.
instructions in the engine manual, this
must be between the MIN and MAX
marks on the dipstick (fig. 32).
Do not overfill as this could cause
7.3.2 Draining
The oil may be very hot if removed
• Type "I"
1. Place the machine on a flat surface.
2. Place a suitable container under
the extension tube (fig. 33.A).
3. Hold the extension tube (fig.
33.A) firmly in place and unscrew
the drain plug (fig. 33.B).
4. Collect the oil in a suitable vessel.
5. Replace the drain plug (fig. 33.B)
making sure that the gasket is in
the right position (fig. 33.C).
6. Fully tighten holding the extension
tube firmly in place (fig. 33.A).
7. Clean up any spills.