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Snow Thrower Preparation
ADD OIL
The snow thrower is shipped without oil. User must add the proper amount of oil before operating
the snow blower for the first time. The oil capacity of the engine crankcase is 0.6 L. For general use,
we recommend 5W-30, 4-stroke engine oil.
ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS
Select good quality detergent oil bearing the American Petroleum Institute (API) service
classifications SJ, SL, or SM (synthetic oils may be used). Use the ASE viscosity grade of oil from
the following chart that matches the starting temperature anticipated before the next oil changes.
To add oil, follow these steps:
1.
Make sure the snow thrower is on a level surface. Tilting the snow thrower to assist in filling
will cause oil to flow into engine areas and will cause damage. Keep snow thrower level!
2.
Remove the dipstick from the engine.
3.
Add oil slowly as to not overflow the unit.
Figure 7
4.
To check the oil level, wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Insert
the dipstick into the oil fill opening without screwing it in.
Remove the dipstick to check the oil mark.
5.
Slowly add more oil and repeat step 4 until the oil mark reaches
to the top of the dipstick. Do not overfill the crankcase.
6.
Check for oil leaks. Tighten dipstick firmly.
Figure 7