14 HP 420cc OHV Gas Engine with Electric Start
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3.
Do not use special additives.
4.
SAE 10W-40 is recommended for
general, all-temperature use. Other
viscosities shown on the chart may
be used when the average
temperature in your area is within
the indicated range (Fig. 5).
5.
Above 27°C (80°F), using 10W-30
oil may increase oil consumption.
Check the oil level more often.
6.
Below 4°C (40°F), using SAE 30 oil will cause hard starting.
HOW TO CHECK OIL
1.
Level the engine or the equipment the engine is mounted on.
2.
Clean the oil fill area of any dirt and debris to prevent contamination that
can damage the engine.
3.
The engine has a dipstick that is either part of the oil fill plug (M) or a
separate component (see Parts Identification).
a.
Remove the dipstick (M) and wipe with a clean cloth.
b.
Reinsert the dipstick into the filler neck until it rests on the opening’s
rim. Do not screw the oil fill plug back into the opening (Fig. 6).
c.
Remove the dipstick and check that the oil is between the Full and
Fill marks. Add or drain oil based on the measurement.
d.
Reinsert the dipstick and either press firmly to hold in place or screw
the oil fill cap hand tight.
HOW TO ADD OIL
IMPORTANT! Read the Engine Oil section before adding oil to ensure that it is
suitable for the engine.
1.
Remove the oil filler cap (M) and place to one side.
2.
Place a funnel into the oil
fill neck. The funnel
opening should be wide
enough to prevent the oil
from collecting in the
funnel’s cone.
Fig. 5
Fig. 6
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