Florabest FBM 575 B1 - Manual (Page 18)

18
GB
(recommended torque 20 Nm,
determined with a torque
wrench) (see “Replacement
parts/Accessories“).
Changing the Engine Oil
Change the engine oil with the
petrol tank empty and the engine
warm.
• Change the engine oil for the
first time after around 5 operat-
ing hours then every 50 operat-
ing hours or annually.
• Dispose of the used oil in an
ecofriendly manner (see “Dispos-
al/Environmental protection“).
1. Remove the spark plug connector (
15).
2. Open the oil tank cover ( 9) and
pump out the motor oil with an oil
pump.
3. Refill with engine oil (see “Initial Op-
eration”).
Adjusting the Bowden Cable
If the Bowden cable becomes misplaced
for the drive and has too much play, it can
be adjusted.
1. Loosen the small lock nut (4a).
2. - Turn the adjusting nut (4b) anti-
clockwise:
The Bowden cable shortens.
- Turn the adjusting nut (4b)
clockwise:
The Bowden cable lengthens.
Checking/Sharpening/Re-
placing the Blade
Wear gloves when handling the
blade.
• Take off the spark plug connector (
15) and check the blade for wear and
damage.
• Always have a blunt blade resharp-
ened by a specialist workshop, as an
imbalance check can be carried out
there.
• Always have a specialist workshop
change a damaged or imbalanced
blade.
Incorrect installation can re-
sult in serious injury.
Adjusting the Carburettor
The carburettor has been preset in the fac-
tory for optimum performance. If readjust-
ments are required, have the adjustments
made by a specialist workshop.