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Engine Oil
Checking, Adding and Changing Oil
Check the engine oil level (A) daily with saw fully lowered and
the engine level. See the enclosed Kohler manual for more
details.
Use SAE 10W-30 viscosity detergent automotive type with API
service class SE or higher grade oil.
Note:
Engine holds approximately 1.2 quart (1.1 liter) when
changing oil and oil filter.
Changing the Oil
Change oil after the first 5 to 8 hours of use.
Thereafter every 50 hours.
ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION MAINTENANCE
The oil drain (B) is located at the left side of the saw.
1. With the engine OFF but still warm, place a pan under the
drain and remove the brass cap.
2. Replace the brass cap on the oil drain.
3. Using a long neck funnel, fill the engine with 1.2 quarts (1.1
liters) of oil. When full, the oil level should be at the top of the
crosshatch marks on the dipstick or to the top of the of the
threads on the engine fill hole.
The engine is equipped with an oil alert system that will
stop the engine if the oil level is low.
A
NOTICE
Used oil is a hazardous waste product. Dispose of
used oil properly. Do not discard with household
waste. Check with your local authorities, service
center, or dealer for safe disposal/recycling facility
.
ADDITIONAL ENGINE INFORMATION
Please see the Kohler Operator’s Manual for additional infor
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mation about servicing the engine.
The manual also has specific information about specifications,
tune-up parts, engine warranty, emission compliance, etc.
Air filter
The air cleaner assembly (C) is a cyclone type that can be
accessed from the hood of the saw. The air cleaner element
should be replaced every 50 hours. Refer to the supplied en-
gine manual and the “Cyclone Dual-Filter-Element Type” for
additional information.
Transmission oil
Check the transmission oil level daily. The transmission is ac-
cessible from the rear access panel of the saw. The oil reser-
voir (D) located on the top of the transmission has an oil level
line 1/8” (3 mm) from the bottom of the reservoir to indicate the
proper fluid level when cold. Use hydraulic oil 20W with viscos
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ity of 68 Mobil DTE 26 or equivalent.
Transmission neutral
With the saw transmission neutral light illuminated, the saw
should fully stop and not creep or move. To adjust the trans-
mission neutral position, open the rear access panel. In the
lower right hand side, turn the transmission adjustment knob
(E) until the saw stops completely with the transmission neutral
light illuminated.
B
C
E
D
