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Maintenance
5
Engine
Engine Oil
• Always stop the engine before servicing.
• An engine that has been running is very hot. Allow the engine to cool before
servicing, or severe burns may result.
• Keep fire and spark away when handling fuel.
1. Park the machine on a level surface.
2. Open engine cover.
3. Follow the instructions in the
Operator's
Manual for the Engine
to inspect oil.
• Dispose of the drained oil properly.
• Make certain to fill the engine with correct grade of oil to the specified level.
Insufficient amount or wrong grade of oil reduces performance and may cause
permanent damage to the engine.
Inspecting
3683M-0506-010E
Dip Stick
• To obtain correct reading, check oil level
before starting, or wait about 10 minutes
after stopping the engine to allow oil to
drain back to the oil pan.
• Always check oil level on a level surface.
NOTE