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5-4. Engine Prestart Checks
Ref. 804 857-A / 804 951-A
Check all fluids daily. Engine must be
cold and on a level surface. Unit is
shipped with 10W30 engine oil.
Follow run-in procedure in en-
gine manual.
This unit has a low oil pressure
shutdown switch. However,
some conditions may cause en-
gine damage before the engine
shuts down. Check oil level often
and do not use the oil pressure
shutdown system to monitor oil
level.
Fuel
Add fresh fuel before starting engine
the first time (see maintenance label
for specifications). Always leave filler
neck empty to allow room for expan-
sion. Check fuel level on a cold en-
gine before use each day.
To check fuel level, turn Engine Con-
trol switch to Auto Speed position.
LED’s indicate fuel level in tank.
Engine Oil
Do not exceed the ”Full” mark on
the oil level dipstick. The fuel
pump may operate erratically if
crankcase is overfilled.
After fueling, check oil with unit on
level surface. If oil is not up to full
mark on dipstick, add oil (see mainte-
nance label).
Use front panel meters to determine
hours until next recommended oil
change (see Section 9-1).
For cold weather starting infor-
mation, see Section 6-2.
Keep battery in good condition.
Store battery in warm area.
Use correct grade oil for cold
weather.
Full
Oil Check/Fill
Oil Fill
Full
Empty
Full
Gasoline