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11.3 Engine maintenance
Warning:
When running, engines emit carbon dioxide: an odourless and colourless
poisonous gas.
Inhaling carbon dioxide can cause nausea, fainting or death.
Start the engine outside.
NEVER run the petrol engine powered machine in an enclosed area, even with the windows and
doors open.
11.3.1 Checking the oil level in the engine cra refilling
Inadequate oil in the engine will cause irrevocable damage to the engine. Therefore, regularly
check the oil level as follows.
• Park the machine on a level surface so that the engine is perfectly
horizontal.
• Switch off the engine and remove the ignition key from the ignition
switch.
• Take a clean cloth.
• Remove the dipstick (1) and use a cloth to wipe it clean (the oil level
shown on the dipstick is not always correct the first time that the
dipstick is removed). Therefore reinsert the dipstick and then remove
it again. The oil level must reach the “F”(Full) mark on the dipstick.
• If not, top off (Note : do not overfill).
• First clean the area around the filler cap (2) before topping up the
oil..
• Remove the filler cap and remove the dipstick so that the crankcase
is ventilated.
Caution:
Topping off the oil level is a meticulous job : do not overfill the reservoir
to extend engine life and maximize engine performance.
• Gently replenish the oil reservoir. Regularly check the oil level on the dipstick (to see when the
desired level has been reached).
• Only use the recommended oil (read “13.1 Sieve screening” on page 74).
• Once the crankcase is replenished with the correct oil, place the check plug back in position
and securely retighten the oil filler cap.
