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MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Always exercise the stopping procedure before
servicing or lubricating the unit.
After servicing the unit, replace and fasten all
guards, shields, and covers to their original
positions before resuming operation.
CAUTION
Always verify fluid levels and check for leaks after
changing fluids.
Do not drain oil onto ground, into open streams,
or down sewage drains.
Maintenance Schedule
1. Check all hardware after the first 5 hours of use, then follow the maintenance schedule.
Fluid Levels
1. MBW #01058---- 6-Pack (8 oz bottles)
MBW #17320---- 1 quart (32 oz)
MBW #01469---- 1 gallon (U.S.)
Engine Maintenance
Refer to the engine owner’s manual for maintenance
intervals and procedures.
Engine Speed
1. Engine speed is factory set according to the speeds
listed in the Specifications section of this manual.
Refer to the engine owner’s manual for procedure on
setting operating speed if necessary.
2. The idle speed of the engine must not exceed 1800
rpm. If the idle speed is greater the clutch may not
disengage. Check engine owner’s manual for
procedure on setting idle speed.
Cleaning Plate
Remove any excess debris which may get into the housing
of the unit.
Belt Adjustment
If any belt stretch develops follow these steps:
Reference the figure on page 18.
1. Remove belt guard.
2. Loosen (do not remove) the four engine bolts (#9).
3. Pull engine back to remove any slack in v-belt (#3).
4. Retighten engine bolts.
5. Install belt guard.
SYSTEM MAINTENANCE EACH USE
EVERY 50
HOURS
EVERY 250
HOURS
YEARLY
Engine Refer to engine operator/owner manual X
Exciter Check oil level X
Check for oil leaks X
Change oil XX
Tighten Bolts
1
XX
Hardware
Check and tighten as needed
1
XX
Shockmounts Check for cracks or tears XX
SYSTEM FLUID VOLUME RECOMMENDED OIL
Exciter 8 oz
MBW Ground Pounder
®
Exciter Oil
1
Engine Refer to engine operator/owner manual
