probst 52400043, Operating Instructions Manual

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PRE-OPERATION CHECK
Engine oil level
Running the engine with insufficient oil can cause serious
engine damage.
Be sure to check the engine on a level surface with the engine
stopped.
Using nondetergent oil or 2-stroke engine oil could shorten the
engine’s service life.
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Ambient temperature
SINGLE VISCOSITY
MULTI VISCOSITY
OIL FILLER CAP/
DIPSTICK LEVEL
If the level is low, fill to the top of the oil filler neck with the
recommended oil.
Remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick clean.
Insert the dipstick into the oil filler neck, but do not screw it in.
Use Honda 4-stroke, or an equivalent
high detergent, premium quality mo-
tor oil certified to meet or exceed U.S.
automobile manufacturer’s require-
ments for service classification SG, SF.
Motor oils classified SG, SF will show
this designation on the container.
SAE 10W-30 is recommended for gen-
eral, all temperature use. If single vis-
cosity oil is used, select the appropri-
ate viscosity for the average tempera-
ture in your area.
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