Owner’s manual – Tanaka AST-210 User Manual
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Owner’s Manual
AST-210,AST-5000
Maintenance schedule
Below you will find some general maintenance instructions.
For further information please contact your Tanaka service dealer.
Daily maintenance
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Clean the exterior of the unit.
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Check that the harness is undamaged.
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Check the blade guard for damage or cracks. Change the guard in case of impacts or cracks.
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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.
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Make sure the cutting attachment nut is sufficiently tightened.
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Make sure that the blade transport guard is undamaged and that it can be securely fitted.
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Make sure fasteners are tightened.
Weekly maintenance
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Check the starter, especially cord and return spring.
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Clean the exterior of the spark plug.
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Remove it and check the electrode gap. Adjust it to 0.6 mm, or change the spark plug.
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Clean the cooling fins on the cylinder and check that the air intake at the starter is not clogged.
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Make sure the gear case is filled with grease up to ¾ full.
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Clean the air filter.
Monthly maintenance
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Rinse the fuel tank with gasoline.
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Clean the exterior of the carburetor and the space around it.
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Clean the fan and the space around it.