DR PILOT XT, Safety & Operating Instructions Manual

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DR ®
LEAF and LAWN VACUUM
Figure 9
Adding the Engine Oil and Gasoline
Note: Use only the recommended high detergent Oil. Other types of Oil could
cause problems operating your machine. Please refer to your Engine
Owner’s M anual for detailed Oil information.
Engine Oil Type SAE 30W HD
Engine Oil Capacity 0.5 Liters (16.9 oz)
Fuel Capacity Unleaded gasoline; 1.0L
Adding Engine Oil:
1. Ensure the machine is on a flat surface and locate the Height Adjust Lever to
level the Frame and Engine
(Figure 9) .
2. Remove the Oil Fill/Dipstick and add an initial quantity of the Oil
recommended by the Engine Manufacturer (refer to your Engine
Owner’s
Manual for recommended quantities) and wait one minute for the Oil to
settle
(Figure 10).
3. Insert the Dipstick, but do not screw it down. Remove the Dipstick to check
the Oil level.
4. Continue adding a few ounces of Oil at a time, rechecking the Dipstick until
the Oil reaches the fill mark
(Figure 11)
.
Be careful not to overfill.
5. Replace the Dipstick and screw all the way down when full.
Adding Gasoline
1. Remove the Fuel Tank Cap from the Fuel Tank ( Figure 12 ).
2. Fill the Fuel Tank with fresh, clean Unleaded Gasoline to 1 inch below the
bottom of the filler neck to provide space for any fuel expansion.
Note: It may be helpful to use a clean Funnel when adding fuel to the Fuel Tank
3. Reinstall the Fuel Fill Cap securely and wipe up any spilled gasoline.
Oil Fill Dipstick
Figure 10
Figure 12
Fuel Tank
Cap
•
You must add Oil before starting the Engine. This machine is shipped
without Oil. Traces of Oil may be in the reservoir from factory testing, but
you must add Oil before starting the Engine. Fill the reservoir slowly,
checking the level frequently to avoid overfilling.
•
The Engine needs to be on a level surface or overfilling could occur which
could damage the Engine during use.
•
The Dipstick should not be screwed down to ensure an accurate Oil level
reading.
Figure 11
Height Adjust
Lever