9
REV B
OPM-116
Dispose of used motor oil in a manner that is compatible with the
environment. Do not throw it in the trash, pour it in the ground, or pour
it down a drain.
3. With the engine in a level position, fill with the recommended oil
to the upper limit mark on the dipstick.
The Oil Alert system will automatically stop the engine before the
oil level falls below the safe limit.
CAUTION: EQUIPMENT DAMAGE:
Running the engine with a low oil level can cause engine damage. This
type of damage is not covered under warranty.
4. Install the oil filler cap/dipstick and tighten securely.
NOTE:
This engine requires 19.5 ounces (0.61 quarts) of oil if it is
completely drained. Use caution when refilling the engine as some
residual oil may have remained in the engine. Always use the dipstick
when filling the engine with oil to prevent overfilling.
5 . After warming up the engine, recheck the oil level and refill as
necessary to bring it to the proper level.
AIR FILTER
Check maintenance schedule for recommended service period. Service
more often under dusty conditions.
WARNING: EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
Never start or run the engine with the air filter removed. This will allow
dirt to enter the engine, causing rapid engine wear. This type of
damage is not covered under warranty.
1. Remove the wing nut from the air
cleaner cover and remove the
cover.
2. Remove the wing nut from the air
filter and remove the filter.
3. Remove the foam filter from the
paper filter.
4. Inspect both air filter elements and
replace them if they are damaged.
Always replace the paper air filter
element at scheduled intervals.
5. Clean the air filter elements if they
are to be reused.
Paper air filter element: Tap the filter element several times on a
hard surface to remove dirt, or blow compressed air [not
exceeding 30 psi through the filter element from the inside. Never
try to brush off dirt; brushing will force dirt into the fibers.
Foam air filter element: Clean in warm soapy water, rinse, and
allow to dry thoroughly. Or clean in nonflammable solvent and
allow to dry. Dip the filter element in clean engine oil, then
squeeze out all excess oil. The engine will smoke when started if
too much oil is left in the foam.
6. Wipe dirt from the inside of the air cleaner case and cover, using
a moist rag. Be careful to prevent dirt from entering the air duct
that leads to the carburetor.
7. Place the foam air filter element over the paper element, and
reinstall the assembled air filter. Be sure the gasket is in place
beneath the air filter. Tighten the air filter wing nut securely.
8. Install the air cleaner cover, and tighten the wing nut securely.
SEDIMENT CUP
DANGER: PERSONAL INJURY
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive, and you can be burned or
seriously injured when handling fuel.
1. Remove the fuel valve to the OFF position, then remove the fuel
sediment cup and O-Ring.
2. Wash the sediment cup in non-flammable solvent, and dry
thoroughly.
3. Place the O-Ring in the fuel valve and install the sediment cup.
Tighten the sediment cup securely.
4. Move the fuel valve to the ON position, and check for leaks.
Replace the O-Ring if there is any leakage.
SPARK PLUG
Replace annually or every 300 hours of operation. Always replace with
the same spark plug that came in the engine and check gap before
installing. Spark plug gap is 0.030”. Poor spark will also occur if spark
plug wire does not fit firmly on spark plug. If this happens, reform the
terminal to fit firmly on spark plug tip.
CARBON CANISTER
Designed to collect, store, and dispose of fuel vapors created in the
fuel tank/fuel system. The canister should last the life of the unit as long
as it stays dry.
