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Lubrication system
Checking the oil level
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Caution! :
Carry out these operations with the engine
stopped. Hot oil and hot surfaces can burn.
If oil of a different brand or viscosity to the previous is
used, drain the old oil. Never mix two different types of
oil. Observe the recommended draining intervals.
The oil level should be within the range indicated on the
oil gauge. To check the oil level:
• Start the engine and let it run at idle for several
minutes.
• Stop the engine and remove the starter key.
• Remove and wipe down the gauge rod.
• Re-insert it and then remove it.
• Check whether the oil level is between the two
notches. If the level is too low, add more oil until
reaching the specified level.
Top up oil slowly via the filler port located on the top of
the engine. Add the oil slowly and wait several minutes
before checking the level again. This allows the oil to
run into the engine crankcase.
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Caution! :
Do not fill the crankcase above the
maximum level indicated on the gauge.
Draining the engine oil
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Warning! :
Carry out these operations with the
engine stopped. Hot oil and hot surfaces can burn.
• Start the engine and let it warm up for approximately
5 minutes so that oil suction is easier. Stop the
engine.
• Use a pail to collect the extracted oil and pump until
the oil has been completely extracted. Refill with
the new oil (the amount of oil to add is indicated in
the technical specifications section).
• Check the level with the gauge, ensuring you do
not go above the maximum level.
• Start the engine and check that the oil pressure
indicator is extinguished and that there are no leaks
in the lubrication circuit. Let the engine warm up for
several minutes and then check the oil level again.
Fill again if necessary.
Replacing the oil filter cartridge
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Caution! :
Carry out these operations with the en-
gine stopped. Hot oil and hot surfaces can burn.
• Remove the oil filter cartridge with a filter key.
• Clean the filter support in order to prevent impuri-
ties from entering the engine.
• Apply a fine layer of oil over the rubber seal of the
new cartridge.
• To install the new cartridge, tighten it by hand until it
makes contact with the filter head and then tighten
by a half-turn. Over-tightening may lead to the de-
formation of the seal.
• After replacing the filter, check that the engine oil is
not leaking through the seal and check the oil level
using the gauge. Add oil if necessary.
Maintenance
