Tanaka TBC-255SFK Owner's Manual - Page 19

6. MAINTENANCE General Maintenance schedule Below you will find some general maintenance instructions. For further information please contact your service dealer. EN Daily maintenance · Clean the exterior of the unit. · Check that the harness is undamaged. · Check the blade guard for damage or cracks. Change the guard in case of impacts or cracks. · Make sure the cutting attachment is properly centered, sharp, and without cracks. An off-centered cutting attachment induces heavy vibrations that may damage the unit. · Make sure the cutting attachment nut is sufficiently tightened. · Make sure the blade transport guard is undamaged and that it can be securely fastened. · Check that nuts and screws are sufficiently tightened. Weekly maintenance · Check the starter, especially cord and return spring. · Clean the exterior of the spark plug. · Remove it and check the electrode gap. Adjust it to 0.6 mm, or change the spark plug. · Clean the cooling fins on the cylinder and make sure the air intake at the starter is not clogged. · Make sure the gear case is filled with grease up to ¾ full. · Clean the air filter. Monthly maintenance · Clean the exterior of the carburetor and the space around it. TBC-255SFK 19 Owner's Manual