Maintenance
Replacing the Pressurizer Air Filter
Note: Change the engine oil and filter more frequently when the operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.
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Park the machine on a level surface.
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Engage the parking brake.
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Shut off the engine and remove the key.
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Remove the pressurizer precleaner; lift the tab and rotate the precleaner counterclockwise (Figure 4).
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Clean the precleaner and inspect for any damage.
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Pull the pressurizer air filter out of the pressurizer body; inspect for any damage or blockage.
Important: Replace a blocked or damaged air filter immediately; do not attempt to clean the filter.
Important: Do not operate the engine without the air filter and precleaner installed.
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Install the air filter to the pressurizer body and rotate the precleaner onto the pressurizer body.
Greasing the Machine
Grease type: General-purpose grease.
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Clean the grease fittings with a rag.
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Connect a grease gun to each fitting.
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Pump grease into the fittings until grease begins to ooze out of the bearings (approximately 3 pumps).
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Wipe up any excess grease.