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SP118 PAVEMENT SAW • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (05/03/12) — PAGE 21
INSPECTION/SETUP
INSPECTION/SETUP
1. Read and fully understand this manual, the safety
intructions in particular, and the engine manufacturer's
manual supplied with the saw.
2. Select the correct blade for each application. Refer to
the Blades and Blade Placement sections on pages
20 through 22 for further information.
3. Check blade for wear or damage. Handle all blades
with care and ALWAYS replace a damaged blade.
Clean the saw, removing dirt and dust, particularly the
engine cooling air inlet, carburetor and air cleaner.
4. Check the air filter for dirt and dust. Replace the air
filter if it is found to be dirty.
5. Check carburetor for external dirt and dust. Clean with
dry compressed air.
6. Check fastening nuts and bolts for tightness.
7. Ensure a suitable water supply is available, hooked
up, and used. (connected via garden hose or with an
optional water tank supply system).
Engine Oil Check
1. To check the engine oil level, place the saw on
secure level ground with the engine stopped. The
frame platform must be
level to
accurately check the
engine oil.
2. Remove the filler dipstick from the engine oil filler hole
(Figure 5) and wipe it clean.
Figure 5. Engine Oil Dipstick (Removal)
3. Insert and remove the dipstick without screwing it
into the filler neck. Check the oil level shown on the
dipstick.
4. If the oil level is low (Figure 6), fill to the edge of the
oil filler hole with the recommended oil type (Table 5).
Figure 6. Oil Level
Fuel Check
1. Remove the gasoline cap located on top of fuel tank.
2. Visually inspect to see if fuel level is low. If fuel is low,
replenish with unleaded fuel.
3. When refueling, be sure to use a strainer for filtration.
DO NOT top-off fuel. Wipe up any spilled fuel.
NOTICE
Reference manufacturer engine manual for specific
servicing instructions.
UPPER LIMIT
LOWER LIMIT
Table 5. Oil Type
Season Temperature Oil Type
Summer 25
o
C or Higher SAE 10W-30
Spring/Fall 25
o
C ~ 10
o
C SAE 10W-30/20
Winter 25
o
C or Lower SAE 10W-10
WARNING
Motor fuels are highly flammable and can be
dangerous if mishandled. DO NOT smoke
while refueling. DO NOT attempt to refuel
the saw if the engine is hot! or running.