13 HP 389cc OHV Gas Engine with Electric Start
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PERFORMING MAINTENANCE
WARNING! Always ensure that the engine is off before you begin any maintenance or repairs.
WARNING! Use only a nonflammable solvent, not gasoline, to clean engine parts. Keep cigarettes, sparks, and
flames away from all fuel related parts.
Before performing adjustments or repairs:
1. Disconnect the spark plug lead and keep it away from the spark plug.
a. Disconnect battery at negative terminal
2. Replacement parts must be the same and installed in the same position as the original parts.
3. Do not strike the flywheel with a hammer or hard object. The flywheel may later shatter during operation.
CARBURATOR ADJUSTMENT
Never make adjustments to the carburator. The carburator was set at the factory to operate efficiently under most
conditions. Only a qualified service technician should adjust the carburator if it is required.
ENGINE OIL
High-quality detergent engine oils are acceptable if the American Petroleum Institute (API) performance rating is SF,
SG, SH, SJ or higher. Always check the API service label on the oil container for the performance rating. Do not use
special additives.
SAE 10W-30 is recommended for general use. Other viscosities may be used when the average temperature in your
area is within the range indicated in the chart below.
*Below 4°C (40°F), the use of SAE 30 will result in hard starting.
**Above 27°C (80°F), the use of 10W-30 may cause increased oil consumption. Check oil level.
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