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LUBRICATION
AU106984 G7B 32
Engine Oil Level
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Make sure the engine is not running and the machine is
parked on a level surface when you check the oil level.
NOTE:
If the engine has been running, wait 2 or 3
minutes before you check the oil level.
1. Raise the engine service hood. Remove the oil filler
cap/dipstick and wipe with a clean cloth.
2. Insert the oil filler cap/dipstick into the filler neck as
shown, but do not screw it in, then remove it to check
the oil level.
3. The oil level must be between the UPPER and LOWER
marks on the dipstick.
4. If the oil level is at or below the LOWER mark, add oil
through the oil filler cap. Raise the oil level to the
UPPER mark. Do not raise the oil level above the
UPPER mark.
5. Reinstall the oil filler cap/dipstick.
6. Lower the engine service hood.
NOTE:
Check the engine oil every 10 hours of operation
or once every day, whichever occurs first.
NOTE:
See Engine Lubrication chart for the engine oil
specifications.
NOTE:
The Oil Alert ® system will automatically stop the
engine before the oil level falls below the safe limit.
However, to avoid the inconvenience of an unexpected
shutdown, always check the engine oil level before
startup.
Engine Oil Change
Change the engine oil every 100 hours of operation or
every 6 months.
If possible, change the oil when the oil is warm. Warm oil
drains quickly and completely.
1. Park the machine on a level surface.
2. Place a suitable container below the engine to catch
the used oil, then remove the oil filler cap/dipstick
and the drain plug and washer.
3. Allow the used oil to drain completely, then reinstall
the drain plug and new washer, and tighten it
securely.
4. The engine crankcase capacity is approximately 1.1
litres (1.16 U.S. Quarts) of oil.
5. Fill the crankcase to the upper limit mark on the
dipstick with the recommended oil.
6. Install the oil filler cap/dipstick and tighten
securely.
7. Start the engine. Run the engine at idle for
approximately 2 minutes. Check for oil leaks.
8. Stop the engine.
9. Wait approximately 5 minutes and check the oil
level. If the oil level is below the UPPER mark, add
oil to raise the oil to the UPPER mark. Do not fill the
crankcase above the UPPER mark.
AIR FILTERING SYSTEM
A dirty air filter will restrict air flow to the carburetor,
reducing engine performance. If you operate the machine
in very dusty areas, clean the air filter more often than
specified in the maintenance schedule.
The air filter element should be checked every day,
cleaned every 3 months or 50 hours of operation, and
replaced once a year or every 300 hours of operation.
Each time you service the air filtering system, make sure
all connections and flanges are air tight. Replace all
damaged parts.
Periodically check the connections for wear or damage.
Check to make sure all connections are tight.
Do the following to clean or replace the filter elements.
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FUL
Full
WARNING:
Never drain oil or remove oil filter
while engine is running.