Engine Operation 17
6. E
NGINE
O
PERATION
6.1 Adding/Checking Oil
1. Remove oil tank dipstick (6) and wipe it with a
clean cloth.
2. Replace and retighten the dipstick.
3. Remove the dipstick again and check the oil level.
It should be at the top of the full indicator on the
dipstick.
4. If low, add oil slowly into the oil tank. Do not overfill.
After adding oil, wait one minute and then recheck the
oil level.
5. Replace and retighten the dipstick.
Tip:
When adding oil, use provided oil funnel (R).
6.2 Adding Fuel
1. Stop the engine (
→ Stopping Engine
) and let it cool
at least two minutes before removing the fuel tank
cap (17).
2. Clean the fuel cap area of dirt and debris. Remove
the fuel tank cap and make sure the fuel filter is in
place.
3. Fill the fuel tank (16) with fuel. Never overfill the
fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than ½
＂
(13 mm)
below the bottom of the filler neck to provide space for
expansion caused by the engine heat.
4. Replace the fuel tank cap.
IMPORTANT
• Keep fuel away from sparks, open flames, pilot
lights, heat, and other ignition sources.
• Check fuel hoses, tank, caps, and fittings
frequently for cracks or leaks. Replace if necessary.
• If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before starting
engine.
• Fill the fuel tank outdoors or in well-ventilated
areas.
FUEL TANK CAPACITY: 1.4L
WARNING
•Make sure there is enough fuel in the fuel tank
before operating the pressure washer.
• Use only clean, fresh, unleaded fuel. Use a
minimum of 87 octane / 87 AKI (91 RON).
• Do not use old gas, and do not mix oil with
gasoline.
• Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and
explosive. Fire or explosion can cause severe burns
or death.
OIL TANK CAPACITY: 0.6L
WARNING
• Always check the oil level before starting the
engine, making sure the pressure washer is on a
level surface.
• Always use oil type
SAE 10W-30
, which can be
found at your local
Canadian Tire
store (Product #
28-9301-6).
IMPORTANT
Oil has been drained for shipping. Failure to fill
engine with oil before starting engine will result in
permanent damage and will void engine warranty.
Add oil according to the instructions.
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