OPERATION
CAUTION - YOUR LAWNMOWER IS SHIPPED WITHOUT OIL IN THE ENGINE
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE, ADD OIL
Before each use the oil level must be checked and if necessary the machine should be topped up
with SAE30 4-stroke lawnmower engine oil. The oil level must be between the upper and lower limit
marks of the dipstick as shown below.
WARNING
Insufficient oil can cause catastrophic engine failure, not covered under the manufacturer’s warranty.
DO NOT overfill the engine with oil, or it will smoke heavily from the exhaust on startup.
1.
Be sure that the lawnmower is on a level surface.
2.
Remove the oil dipstick from the oil fill spout and check that the oil level is between the upper and
lower limit marks on the dipstick.
3.
Insert and tighten the dipstick.
NOTE:
Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or each season. You may need to change the
oil more often under dusty, dirty conditions. See “TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL” in the Maintenance
section of this engine manual.
ADD PETROL
Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck. Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded petrol. Do
not mix oil with petrol. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days, to ensure fuel
freshness. Old or stale fuel can cause damage to the engine carburetor which would not be covered
under the manufacturer’s warranty.
CAUTION
Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel immediately. Do not store, spill or use petrol near an open flame.
The fuel system should be emptied before storing for 30 days or longer. Empty the fuel tank, start the
engine & let it run until the fuel lines & carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. Never use
engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank, permanent damage may occur.