100536 - 30 iN. 2-STAgE SNOwbLOwER
ASSEMbLY
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4. If the oil level is near or below the lower limit mark on
the dipstick, remove the oil cap/dipstick, and fill with the
recommended oil to the upper limit mark. Do not overfill
(Fig. 6B).
5. Reinstall the oil cap/dipstick.
NOTiCE
When using the dipstick to check oil level, DO NOT screw in
the dipstick while checking.
NOTiCE
Check oil level often during the initial 20 hour engine run
period. Refer to the
Maintenance
section for recommended
service intervals.
NOTiCE
Synthetic oil may be used after the first oil change. Using
synthetic oil does not decrease the recommended oil change
interval. Full synthetic 5W-30 oil will aid in starting in cold
ambient < 41º F (5º C) temperatures.
CAUTiON
This engine is equipped with a low oil shut-off and will stop
when the oil level in the crankcase falls below the threshold
level.
Add fuel
Use clean, fresh, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum
octane rating of 87 and an ethanol content of 10% or less by
volume.
y b c
DO NOT mix oil with gasoline (Fig. 7).
1. Remove the fuel tank cap.
Figure 7
2. Add fuel to the bottom of the fuel level limit in the neck of the
fuel tank. Do not overfill. Wipe up spilled fuel before starting
the snowblower. Fuel tank capacity: 1.5 gal. (5.8 L) (Fig. 8).
Figure 8
CAUTiON
Use unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 87
and an ethanol content of 10% or less by volume.
DO NOT light cigarettes or smoke when filling the tank.
DO NOT mix oil and gasoline.
DO NOT overfill the tank. Fill tank to approximately ¼ in.
(6.4 mm) below the top of the tank to allow for gasoline
expansion.
DO NOT pump gasoline directly into the snowblower at the
pump. Use an approved fuel container to transfer the gasoline
to the snowblower.
DO NOT fill tank indoors.
DO NOT fill tank when the engine is running or hot.
wARNiNg
Pouring gasoline too fast through the fuel screen may result
in gasoline splashing over the snowblower and operator while
filling.
