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FILLING CRANKCASE WITH OIL:
1. Make sure the plate compactor is on a level surface. Tilting the plate com-
pactor to assist in filling will cause oil to flow into engine areas and will cause
damage. Keep plate compactor level!
2. Remove the oil filler/dipstick cap (Fig. 5 - 1) from the engine.
3. Using a funnel, add the appropriate type and amount of oil into the crank-
case. The crankcase is full when the oil level has reached the second thread
from the lip of the opening (Fig. 6).
4. Check for oil leaks. Reinstall oil filler cap before starting engine.
CHANGING THE OIL:
Change the oil when the engine is warm. This will allow for complete drain-
age. Change oil more often if operating under heavy load or high ambient
temperatures. It is also necessary to drain the oil from the crankcase if it has
become contaminated with water or dirt. The oil capacity of the engine in
this plate compactor is 20 fl. oz (0.6 L). Add oil when the oil level is low.
DRAINING THE OIL FROM THE ENGINE:
1. Place a container underneath the engine to catch oil as it drains.
2. Use a open-end wrench to securely hold the oil drain plug in place. Then,
using a hex wrench, unscrew the oil drain plug (Fig. 7 - 1). Allow all the oil to
drain from the engine.
3. Reinstall the oil drain plug and tighten with a hex wrench.
NOTE: Never dispose of used motor oil in the trash or down a drain. Please
call your local recycling center or auto garage to arrange oil disposal.
DRAINING THE CARBURETOR:
1. Turn the fuel valve to “OFF”.
2. Locate the drain screw (Fig. 8 - 1) on the carburetor bowl. Prepare a pan,
jar, or other approved gasoline storage container to catch the fuel that will
leak out.
3. Loosen the drain screw and allow the fuel to drain completely. When it is
done draining, re-tighten the drain screw.
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MAINTENANCE
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Fig. 6
Fig. 5
Fig. 7
Fig. 8