Rover RS3100, Operator'S Manual

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CHANGING THE OIL
Change the oil while the engine is still warm. The oil will flow freely and carry away more impurities.
1. Clean the area around the oil fill plug (Fig. 25) to prevent debris from entering the oil fill hole.
2. Unscrew the oil fill plug.
3. Tip the unit vertically to pour the oil out of the oil fill hole and into a container (Fig. 27). Allow
ample time for complete drainage.
NOTE: Dispose of the old oil according to federal, state and local regulations.
4. Wipe up any oil that may have spilled.
5. Pour 3.04 fl.oz. (90 ml) of SAE 30 oil into the oil fill hole (Fig. 25).
6. Wipe up any oil that may have spilled.
7. Make sure the O-ring is in place on the oil fill plug (Fig. 25).
8. Reinstall the oil fill plug.
WARNING:
DO NOT overfill the crankcase.
OVERFILLING THE CRANKCASE MAY CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY. Refer to Checking
the Oil Level .
Fig. 27
MAINTAINING THE AIR FILTER
Failure to maintain the air filter can result in poor performance or can cause permanent damage to the
engine. Engine failure due to improper air filter maintenance is not covered by the product warranty.
Cleaning the Air Filter
1. Open the air filter cover: press in the lock tab and swing the air filter cover up (Fig. 28).
2. Remove the air filter from the air filter housing (Fig. 28).
3. Wash the air filter in detergent and water. Rinse the air filter thoroughly and allow it to dry.
4. Lightly coat the air filter with clean SAE 30 oil.
5. Squeeze the air filter to spread and remove excess oil.
6. Reinstall the air filter in the air filter housing (Fig. 28).