8. MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
Make periodic inspections of the machine to ensure
that the machine is correct. For a thorough inspection
take the machine to your dealer.
It is necessary to stop the engine and to check
that the cutting tool is stopped before cleaning or
transporting the machine.
Before performing any maintenance or repair
the machine make sure the engine is off and
remove the spark plug cap. Perform all
maintenance of the machine when is set on a
flat and clear surface.
Never try adjustments in the machine if it is running
and / or attache to the user by the harness. Perform
all maintenance of the machine when is set on a flat
and clear surface.
Warning! Do not modify the machine or change
the cutting elements. An inadequate use of these
elements can cause serious personal damages and
can even be fatal.
Use only suitable spares to get a proper performance
for this machine. This replacement can be found on
the official distributor of the machine. Using other
sparks may causes risks, damage to the user or
people around the machine.
Carburetor adjustment is complicated and should
be done only by the service.Carburetor regulation
is complicated and should only be carried out by a
service agent. An incorrect regulation of the carburetor
can cause damages to the engine and is sufficient
motive to cancel the warranty.
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The removal of security devices, an improper
maintenance, the substitution of elements with non
original elements can cause corporal damages.
8.1. CARE AND MAINTENANCE AFTER USE
Carry out the following operations when you have
finished the work to ensure that the machine is kept in
a perfect condition.
8.1.1. GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Keep clean the machine, especially the fuel tank area
and areas near the air filter.
Maintain your machine clean and in good conditions.
Clean the covers with a humid towel. Never use petrol
or other flammable products to clean the machine.
8.1.2. BLADE SHARPENING
Blade sharpening should be done in an authorized
after sales. Do not sharpen the blade by yourself. The
blade must be sharpened guaranteeing the correct
angle and equilibrium of the blade. Sharpening if not
an expert can cause excessive vibrations that could
cause damages to the machine and will make the use
of the machine very uncomfortable to the end user.
Be careful when checking the state of the blade,
remember that although the engine has stopped the
blades can be moved manually.
8.2. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Make periodic inspections of the machine to ensure
that the machine is correct.
For a thorough inspection take the machine to your
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