Maintenance
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Engine
Engine Oil
• Always stop engine and remove ignition 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 servicing.
1. Park machine on a level surface.
2. Open engine hood.
3. Pull out dipstick and wipe it clean.
4. Insert dipstick fully and pull it out.
• 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.
• Dispose of the drained oil properly.
Inspecting
5321M-0506-010E
Dipstick
•
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.
•
Always check oil level on a level surface.
• Oil to Use: Page 43.
• Oil Capacity: Page 43.
NOTE