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OPERATION INSTRUCTION
1. BEFORE START THE ENGINE
CAUTION!
The following procedures
and adjustments must be performed
before the engine is started. Do not attempt
to make any of these adjustments wihle the
engine is running.
2.OIL TYPE
Always use high quality detergent oil
classified SAE30 oil. Never use additives
with recommended oil.
To prolong the life of your engine it is
important that the oil is changed after the
first 5 hours of use.
3.FUEL TYPE
Always use clean, fresh unleaded petrol.
Purchase fuel in quantities that can be
used within 30 days. Never mix oil with
petrol.
Fill to base of neck to allow for fuel
expansion. Do not overfill the fuel tank.
4. FILLING WITH ENGINE OIL
Caution!
To prevent engine damage
the engine is shipped without oil
or petrol. The engine must be filled with
the correct grade of oil and petrol before
starting the engine.
Check the engine oil level with the engine
stopped and the mower on a level surface.
1) Remove the oil filler dipstick and wipe oil
from it with a clean cloth (Fig. D1).
2) Insert the dipstick into the oil filler neck,
but do not screw it in.
3) Check the oil level. The oil level must BE
between the Min and Max marks on the
dipstick (Fig. D2). If near the lower level, fill
to upper level with the recommended oil
(SAE30).
Do not overfill.
Wipe away any
spilt oil.
Maximum
Minimum
Fig. D2
Note: running the engine with a low
oil level will cause engine damage.
Recommend use high detergent,
premium quality 4-stroke engine oil.
Use non-detergent oil can shorten the
engine’s service life and using 2-stroke
oil will damage the engine.
5. FILLING WITH FUEL
Warning!
Petrol is highly
inflammable and extreme
precaution must be taken when handling
or working with it. Keep out of reach of
children.
1) Clean the area around the petrol filler
cap before removing the cap. Remove the
warning label, check the fuel level.
2) Refill the tank if the fuel level is low.
Refuel carefully to avoid overfilling or
spilling fuel. There should be no fuel in the
filler neck.
3) Clean up any overflow or splash of
petrol before starting the engine.
4) Tighten the filler cap securely after filling.
Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the
engine stopped. Do not smoke or allow
flames or sparks in the area where the
engine is refueled or where petrol is stored.
Avoid repeated or prolonged contact with
skin or breathing of vapor.
Note:
petrol should be stored in a
approved container. Never buy or store
more than 30days supply of petrol. Do not
mix oil with petrol.
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
HELPLINE NO 08454505299