ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS
Use 4-stroke automotive detergent oil. SAE 10W-30 is recommended
for general use. Refer to the SAE Viscosity Grades chart in your engine
owner’s manual for average temperature ranges. The engine manufacturer
recommends using API SERVICE Category SE or SF oil. The engine oil capacity
is 20 oz. for Honda GX200 (28-Ton) and 37 oz. for Honda GX270 (38-Ton).
Always check oil level before starting the engine and keep level full.
Step 2:
After the hydraulic reservoir and the engine crankcase are filled with
oil, start the engine. The hydraulic pump is self-priming. With the engine
running, move the hydraulic valve lever toward the foot plate. This will cause
the cylinder to extend and expel air. When the cylinder is fully extended,
retract it. Repeat this procedure several times. An erratic movement of the
cylinder indicates that there is still air in the system. Add about 1.0 to 1.5
gallons of hydraulic fluid. Five gallons will register just above the top fill line
on the dip stick. The total capacity of the entire hydraulic system is 5.55 gallons
with 3.7 gallons (28-Ton) and 7.4 gallons with 5.55 gallons (38-Ton) of
hydraulic fluid the minimum required to operate.
NOTE:
If the tank is overfilled it will expel oil from the breather cap when the
cylinder is retracted. Cycle the cylinder again until it has a constant speed
which indicates that all air has been expelled.
STARTING INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE:
Refer to the Engine Owner’s Manual for complete information on
starting, maintenance and troubleshooting.
1. Move the fuel valve lever to the ON position.
2. To start a cold engine, move the choke lever to the CLOSE position.
To restart a warm engine, leave the choke lever in the OPEN position.
3. Move the throttle lever away from the SLOW position, about 1/3 of the way
toward the FAST position.
4. Turn the engine switch to the ON position.
5. Pull the starter grip until you feel resistance, then pull briskly. Return the
starter grip gently.
6. If the choke lever has been moved to the CLOSE position to start the engine,
gradually move it to the OPEN position as the engine warms up.
7. To stop the engine in an emergency, simply turn the engine switch to the
OFF position. Under normal conditions, move the throttle lever to the SLOW
position and then turn the engine switch to the OFF position. Then turn the
fuel valve lever to the OFF position.
For further information on starting and stopping the engine, refer to your engine
owner’s manual.
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