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Engine
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Run unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 86 or higher
and 10% or less ethanol.
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Check engine oil level on level ground daily
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Drain Honda engine’s oil by removing oil plug in figure 5.
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Change the oil within the first month or 10 hours, do not
overfill unit.
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Regular oil changes are required every 6 months or 50 hours
or sooner depending on conditions.
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10w30 is recommended
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Clean/replace the air filter every 3 months or 25 hours.
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See supplemental Engine manufacturer booklet for addi-
tional maintenance procedures and requirements
Grease Points
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Grease the 2 bearings on the cutting shaft every 50
hours as shown in Figure 4.
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Grease single bearing on the engine shaft every 50
hours as shown in Figure 5.
Operation
Starting and Stopping the Engine
1.
Turn engine switch to “On” position
