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Figure 26. Recommended Engine Oil -
Briggs & Stratton Models
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Below 40
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F (4
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C) the use of SAE 30 will result in hard starting.
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Above 80
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F (27
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C) the use of 10W30 may cause increased oil
consumption. Check oil level more frequently.
Engine Maintenance Items
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 (D) and clean it with a paper
towel.
4. Insert the dip stick back into the engine. Thread the
cap back into the tube.
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 (Figure 26) 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 (D). 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 (D). Allow
ample time for complete drainage.
3. Remove the oil filter (B). Discard the filter.
Figure 27. Oil Change
C
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.
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D
B
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Reproduction