Echo DL10570 Owners Manual v.3 - Manual (Page 14)

8 & 10 Inch Debris Loaders 10
Section
SERVICE & MAINTENANCE
5
INSPECTION ITEMS
INTERVAL
Refer to engine
owner's manual
Before each use Every 25 Hrs Every 50 Hrs
Check Nuts and Bolts X
Engine Oil
Check X
Replace X*
Replace Spark Plug X
Air Filter Element
Check X
Clean X**
Replace X
Replace Fuel Filter X
Clean Machine X
* Indicates first hours of use
** Service more frequently in dusty conditions
5.1 SERVICE & MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your machine must be regularly serviced and maintained.
This schedule is designed for units operating under normal
conditions. If the unit is operating in adverse or severe
usage conditions it may be necessary for the items to be
checked and serviced more frequently.
SEE ENGINE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR FURTHER
ENGINE MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING
INFORMATION.
WARNING
To prevent personal injury or property damage: shut
off engine and make sure that all moving parts have
come to a complete stop before, servicing, adjusting or
repairing. Disconnect the battery and remove ignition
key where applicable.
5.2 ENGINE OIL
Check the oil level before each use. If needed, fill the engine with the type and amount of oil specified in the engine
owner's manual. Do not overfill.
Check the condition of the flex hose frequently. Replace if it is split or damaged.
1. Shut off engine and allow rotor to completely stop.
2. Remove spark plug wire.
3. Remove the clamp attaching the flex hose to the hose intake weldment. Remove the hose from the intake
weldment.
4. Remove two bolts from the hose wraps to separate the flex hose from the hose support.
5. Remove the remaining clamp securing the flex hose to the hose handle. Remove the hose from the hose handle.
6. Replace flex hose by performing steps 1-5 in reverse order.
5.3 REPLACING THE FLEX HOSE