
11
Preparing the Engine
IMPORTANT: The Engine is shipped without oil.
Fill the engine with oil prior to startup in order to avoid
serious damage to the engine.
Consult the engine manual for more
complete instructions regarding engine
maintenance and operation.
Filling the Crankcase with Oil
The crankcase holds 0.58 U.S. quarts (0.55 liters) of oil. Use only high-quality SAE 10W30
weight detergent oil that has the American Petroleum Institute (API) service classification SF,
SG, or equivalent. SAE 30 W oil is recommended for ambient temperatures exceeding 80
°
F.
Before each use, ensure that the oil level is between the
Lower
and
Upper limit
marks on the
dipstick (Fig.5)
Figure 5
To add oil:
1.
Move the lawn mower to a level surface.
2.
Stop the engine and wait for the blade to stop.
3.
Clean around the dipstick.
4.
Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap.
5.
Wipe the dipstick clean with a clean cloth.
6.
Insert the dipstick into the filler neck BUT DO NOT SCREW IT IN. Then remove the
dipstick and read the oil level. (Fig. 5)
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