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200947 - WALk BEhiND BLOWER
OPERATiON
OPERATiON
Add Engine Oil
CAUTiON
DO NOT attempt to crank or start the engine before it has been
properly filled with the recommended type and amount of oil.
Damage to the engine as a result of failure to follow these
instructions will void your warranty.
NOTiCE
The recommended oil type is
10W-30 automotive oil
.
If running engine in extreme temperatures, refer to the
following chart for recommended oil type.
-20
0
20
40
60
Ambient temperature
Recommended Engine Oil Type
80
100
120
-28.9
°F
°C
-17.8
-6.7
4.4
15.6
26.7
37.8
48.9
10W-30
5W-30 Full Synthetic
10W-40
5W-30
1. Place the blower on a flat, level surface.
2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick to add oil.
3. Using a funnel, add up to 16.9 fl. oz (500 ml) of oil (included)
and replace oil fill cap/dipstick. DO NOT OVERFILL.
4. Check engine oil level before every use and add as needed.
MAX
OIL DIP STICK
NOTiCE
Once oil has been added, a visual check should show oil about
1-2 threads from running out of the fill hole.
If using the dipstick to check oil level, DO NOT screw in the
dipstick while checking.
NOTiCE
Check oil often during the break-in period. Refer to the
Maintenance section for recommended service intervals.
CAUTiON
The engine is equipped with a low oil shut-off and will stop
when the oil level in the crankcase falls below the threshold
level.
NOTiCE
The first 5 hours of run time is the break-in period for the
engine. During the break in period, it is recommended to use
standard automotive, non-synthetic blended oils. After the
break-in period synthetic oil, can be used but is not required.
Adjusting throttle setting will increase/ decrease engine speed
helping to seat piston rings. Avoid bogging or lugging the
engine down and avoid prolonged running at constant RPM.
After the 5 hour break-in period, change the oil.
NOTiCE
Synthetic oil may be used after the 5 hour initial break-
in period. Using synthetic oil does not decrease the
recommended oil change interval. Full synthetic 5W-30 oil
will aid in starting the engine in cold ambient < 41º F (5º C)
temperatures.
NOTiCE
Weather will affect engine oil and engine performance. Change
the type of engine oil used based on weather conditions to suit
the engine needs.
