Hale 11HP Super Chief - Manual (Page 4)

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Change Oil: Drain oil from bottom of the engine.
Change oil while engine is warm, after first 5 hours
& every 50 hours/season thereafter. Change every
25 hours if operated under heavy load, or in high
ambient temperatures.
Clean air cleaner filter:
(Every 25hours/3 months)
1. Lift handle on air cleaner cover and remove.
2. Clean or replace air cleaner filter as necessary.
3. Reinstall air cleaner filter. Reinstall air cleaner
cover and secure into place with the handle.
SALT WATER MAINTENANCE
Otterbine floating pumps may be used in salt water applications providing the pump is immediately flushed with fresh
water after use for 7-10 minutes at full throttle. The exterior hardware must be rinsed and wiped dry.
STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
If the Otterbine pump is to be stored for 30+days, do the following:
1. To prevent dirt or gum deposits in the fuel system, drain engine of fuel. Run the engine until it stops from lack of
fuel.
2. Float assembly should be removed for easier maintenence. To remove the float assembly, disengage the
hold-down straps (see parts breakdown pages 8 - 10) and lift engine/pump assembly up and away from the float.
3. While engine is still warm, drain oil from crankcase. Refill with oil.
4. Remove spark plug. Pour approximately .5 ounce/15ml of engine oil into cylinder and crank slowly to
distribute oil. Replace spark plug.
5. Clean dirt and chaff from cylinder, blower housing, rotating screen, and muffler area.
6. Store the pump in a clean and dry area.
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
CAUTION: Always remove spark plug first. (This prevents accidental starting during servicing.)
TIME ACTION
After first 5 hours •Change Oil
After every 5 hours •Check Oil Level
•Remove dirt & debris from air
cleaner with a cloth or brush. Cleaning
with a forceful spray is not
recommended as water can contaminate
the fuel system
Every 25 hours/3 months • Clean air cleaner filter
Every 50 hours/ • Change oil
Each season:
Every 100 hours/yearly • Remove blower housing & clear
debris from cooling system.
• Spark plug - clean & reset gap at .03"
• Replace IN-LINE fuel filter.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE