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Assembling the Control Handle
Note:
The control handle is shipped hanging from the valve on the handle link
1.
Remove the Pin and Hitch Clip from the Control Valve (
Figure 27
).
2.
Rotate the Control Handle up into the operating position and secure with the
Pin and Hitch Clip.
SET UP
Adding Gas and Oil
Engine Oil
See Engine Manual for specific Engine capacities and
specifications
Fuel
Unleaded gasoline
NOTE:
Use only the recommended high detergent engine oil. Other types of oil
could cause problems operating your machine. Please refer to your Engine
Owner’s Manual for detailed oil information.
Supplies Needed:
Clean Rag
Engine Oil
1.
Position the machine so the Engine is level. Remove the Oil Fill/Dipstick
and clean the end of it with a rag (
Figure 28
).
2.
Machines are shipped with no oil
. Initially add 16 oz. of the oil
recommended by the Engine Manufacturer. Wait one minute for the oil to
settle.
3.
Replace the Dipstick and screw it all the way in to ensure an accurate reading
and then remove it to check the oil level. The Oil is at the proper level when it
reaches the Full mark on the Dipstick (
Figure 29
). Clean the Dipstick with the
clean rag after checking.
4.
Continue adding a few ounces of oil at a time, rechecking the Dipstick until
the oil reaches the Full mark. Be careful not to overfill.
5.
Replace the Dipstick and screw all the way down when full.
6.
Remove the Gas Fill Cap and fill the Gas Tank with fresh, unleaded gas (with
a minimum of 85 Octane) to approximately 1" to 1-1/2" below the top of the
fill neck to allow for fuel expansion (
Figure 28
). Be careful not to overfill.
Install the Gas Fill Cap before starting the engine. See your Engine Owner’s
Manual for more detailed information.
Note:
To refill the gas tank, turn the engine OFF and let the engine cool at least five
minutes before removing the gas fill cap.
Figure 28
Oil Fill/
Dipstick
Gas Fill
Figure 29
Full
Low
Dipstick
Figure 27
Control Handle
Pin and
Hitch Clip
The Engine must be level to get an accurate reading when adjusting the
amount of oil. If the machine is not level, the oil level reading will not be
accurate and may cause engine damage.
