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Maintenance<br />

5. Maintenance<br />

<strong>VPA</strong><br />

5.1 Periodic Maintenance Schedule<br />

The chart below lists basic engine maintenance. Refer to engine<br />

manufacturer’s Operation Manual for additional information on engine<br />

maintenance.<br />

Check fuel level.<br />

Check engine oil level.<br />

Inspect fuel lines.<br />

Inspect air filter. Replace as needed.<br />

Check and tighten external hardware.<br />

Daily<br />

before<br />

starting<br />

•<br />

•<br />

•<br />

•<br />

•<br />

After<br />

first<br />

20 hrs.<br />

Every<br />

2 weeks<br />

or<br />

50 hrs.<br />

Check and adjust drive belt. • •<br />

Clean air cleaner elements.<br />

Inspect shockmounts for damage.<br />

Every<br />

month<br />

or<br />

100 hrs.<br />

Change engine oil. • •<br />

Clean cooling system.<br />

Clean sediment cup / fuel filter.<br />

Check and clean spark plug.<br />

Check and adjust valve clearance.<br />

Change exciter oil.<br />

•<br />

•<br />

•<br />

•<br />

•<br />

Every<br />

year<br />

or<br />

300 hrs.<br />

•<br />

•<br />

5.2 Cleaning Plate<br />

Clean plate after use to remove dirt, stones, and mud caught under the<br />

engine console. If plate is being used in a dusty area, check engine<br />

cylinder cooling fins for heavy dirt accumulation. Keep engine cylinder<br />

fins clean to prevent engine from overheating.<br />

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