Operator’s Manual
Viper® 212cc 4-Cycle Engine
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ENGINE MAINTENANCE
For daily maintenance checks, review “pre-operation
inspection” section.
LUBRICATION
Choose engine oil that meets or surpasses the latest API
service classification. For temperatures higher than 32º F, use
SAE 30 or SAE 10W-30 motor oil. Use SAE 5W-30 or SAE 10W
if temperatures are below 32º F.
DO NOT USE SAE 10W-40
MOTOR OIL.
See page 9 to reference
Choosing Oil Type
chart.
Oil Maintenance
After the first five hours of operating a new Viper Engine
the oil should be replaced, and every 50 hours of operating
time thereafter. The oil should be changed every 25 hours if
used under severe conditions, such as in high temperatures
or under heavy loads, otherwise changed weekly. Check oil
periodically; do not overfill.
Changing Oil
Be sure the engine is not operating and is located on a level
surface before checking or refilling oil. Engine should be
warm for easy removal of oil.
1. Detach spark plug cap/wire and move away from spark
plug.
SEE FIGURE 11
2. Remove oil drain plug and empty oil into suitable oil
container. Dispose of oil properly.
SEE FIGURE 12
3. Reinstall drain plug. Remove dipstick (if applicable) or oil
fill cap.
SEE FIGURE 12
SPARK PLUG
WIRE/CAP
FIGURE 11
OIL FILL PORT
& DIPSTICK
OIL DRAIN PLUG
LOWER OIL LEVEL
UPPER OIL LEVEL
FIGURE 12
CAUTION
ENGINE IS SHIPPED FROM FACTORY WITHOUT
OIL. YOU MUST ADD ENGINE OIL BEFORE
STARTING ENGINE.
RUNNING ENGINE WITH A LOW OIL LEVEL WILL
CAUSE DAMAGE TO YOUR ENGINE. THIS TYPE OF
DAMAGE IS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY.
ENGINE OIL IS HAZARDOUS TO YOUR HEALTH.
DISPOSE OF OIL APPROPRIATELY. USE A SAFE
DISPOSAL/RECYCLING CENTER.
WARNING
4. Fill with appropriate oil to
FULL
or top line of dipstick;
otherwise to top thread of oil fill hole.
SEE FIGURE 12
NOTE: Oil capacity is 0.63 qt / 20.2 oz. See above, under
lubrication, for correct engine oil grade.
5. Reinsert dipstick or oil fill cap and tighten.
