ENGINE OIL CHANGE
Drain the used oil while the engine is warm. Warm oil drains
quickly and completely.
1. Place a suitable container below the engine to catch the used
oil, and then remove the filler cap and the drain plug.
2. Allow the used oil to drain completely, and then reinstall the
drain plug, and tighten it securely. Please dispose of used
motor oil in a manner that is environmentally friendly. We
suggest you take used oil in a sealed container to your local
recycling center or service station for reclamation. Do not
throw it in the trash; pour it on the ground; or down a drain.
Notice:
Operating the engine without element or with a
damaged element will allow dirt to enter the engine,
causing rapid engine wear.
ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS
MAINTAINING AIR CLEANER
Using the proper type and weight of oil in the engine is extremely
important, as is daily checking of oil level oil, or using dirty oil, will
cause premature engine wear and failure.
Oil Type
- When the ambient temperature is under -25°C, SAE
0W-30/40 is recommended for general use; when the ambient
temperature is above -25°C but under 4.4°C, SAE 5W-30 or 0W-
30/40 is recommended for general use. The SA oil viscosity and
service classification are in the API label on the oil container. We
recommend that you use API SERVICE Category SF or higher class oil.
A dirty air filter will restrict air flow to the carburetor, reducing
engine performance.
If you operate the engine in very dusty areas, clean the air filter
more often than specified in the MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE.
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3.
With the engine in a level position, fill to the outer edge of the
oil filler hole with the recommended oil.
1. Screw off air cleaner bolt and remove the cover.
2. Remove foam element.
Check element and renew if damaged Wash foam element:
Wash the cover and filter in warm, soapy water, rinse, and
allow drying thoroughly. Or clean in nonflammable solvent and
allow drying. Dip in clean engine oil, and then squeeze out all
excess oil.
Empty the used oil from the air cleaner case, wash out any
accumulated dirt with nonflammable solvent, and dry the case.
Engine oil capacities: 0.37 Quarts
Running the engine with a low oil level can cause engine
damage.
If the engine is equipped the Oil Alert system. The Oil Alert system
(applicable engine types) will automatically stop the engine before
the oil level falls below the safe limit.
However, to avoid the inconvenience of an unexpected
shutdown, fill to the upper limit, and check the oil level
regularly.
4.
Screw in the filler cap/dipstick securely.
SAE Viscosity Grades
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE
Oil Dipstick
Oil Upper Limit
Drain Bolt and
Sealing Washer
Nut M6
Air Cleaner Elbow
Support Plate
Element
Cover
Locking Nuts
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