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Engine Maintenance Items
Emissions Control
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emissions
control devices and systems may be performed by
any non-road engine repair establishment or indi-
vidual.
However, to obtain “no charge” emissions control ser-
vice, the work must be performed by a factory authorized
dealer. See the Emissions Warranty.
Check Engine Oil level
1. Turn the engine off, and set the parking brake lever
to ENGAGE.
2. Clean the area around the dip stick (C, Figure 27).
3. Remove the dip stick (C) and clean it with a paper
towel.
4. Insert the dip stick back into the engine. Thread the
cap back into the tube (D).
5. Remove the dip stick and read the oil level. The
oil level should be between the “FULL” and “ADD”
marks (D). If not, add oil according to the oil
recommendations chart (Figure 26).
Oil Recommendations
We recommend the use of Briggs & Stratton Warranty
Certified oils for best performance. Other high-quality
detergent oils are acceptable if classified for service SF,
SG, SH, SJ or higher. Do not use special additives.
Outdoor temperatures determine the proper oil viscosity
for the engine. Use the chart to select the best viscosity
for the outdoor temperature range expected.
Change Engine Oil
NOTE: Change engine oil while the engine is warm. Run
the engine for a few minutes, then shut the engine off and
allow it to cool from hot to warm.
1. Clean the area around the dip stick (C, Figure 27)
and oil drain tube (A).
2. Remove the oil drain plug (A) from the end of the oil
drain tube. Remove the dip stick (C). Allow ample
time for complete drainage.
3. Reinstall the oil drain plug (A) and route the hose
next to the engine.
4. Fill the crankcase with oil. See CHECK ENGINE OIL
LEVEL above.
5. Start and run the engine at SLOW speed for 30
seconds. Stop the engine and recheck the oil level.
Change Engine Oil & Filter
NOTE: Change engine oil while the engine is warm. Run
the engine for a few minutes, then shut the engine off and
allow it to cool from hot to warm.
1. Clean the area around the dip stick (C, Figure 27)
and oil drain (A).
2. Remove the oil drain plug (A) and dip stick (C). Allow
ample time for complete drainage.
3. Remove the oil filter (B). Discard the filter.
4. Using a drop of oil on your finger tip, wet the rubber
gasket on the bottom of the new filter.
5. Turn the filter clockwise until the rubber gasket meets
the filter base. Then turn 1/2 to 3/4 turn more.
6. Reinstall the oil drain plug (A).
7. Fill the crankcase with oil. See
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL above.
8. Start and run the engine at SLOW speed for 30
seconds. Stop the engine and recheck the oil level.
9. Test run the engine to check for leaks. Stop the
engine for 1 minute, then recheck the oil level.
Maintenance
* Below 40°F (4°C) the use of SAE 30 will result in hard starting.
** Above 80°F (27°C) the use of 10W-30 may cause increased
oil consumption. Check oil level more frequently.
Figure 26. Oil Recommendations
Not
for
Reproduction
