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Maintenance
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Engine
Engine Oil
• Always stop engine and remove key before servicing.
• An engine that has been running is very hot. Allow engine to cool before
servicing, or severe burns may result.
• Keep fire and spark away when handling fuel.
1. Park machine on a level surface.
2. Open top cover and hold it securely in place
with prop.
3. Pull out oil level gauge and wipe off oil. Insert
gauge fully and pull it out again.
• Dispose of drained oil properly.
• Make certain to fill engine with correct grade of oil to the specified level.
Insufficient amount or wrong grade of oil reduces performance and may cause
permanent damage to engine.
Inspecting
Oil Level Gauge
5116M-0505-010E
• To obtain correct reading, check oil level before starting, or wait about 10 minutes
after stopping engine to allow oil to drain back to oil pan.
• Refer also to the Operator's Manual for the Engine when servicing engine.
• Always check oil level on a level surface.
• Oil capacity and grade: Page 39.
NOTE