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2.
Be sure that the fuel fill cap is on and securely tightened.
3.
Clean area around the oil drain plug.
4.
Place an approved recyclable oil container under the oil drain plug.
5.
Remove the Oil drain plug. See Figure 24.
Oil Drain Plug
WARNING
Used motor oil may cause skin cancer if repeatedly left in contact with
the skin for prolonged periods. Although this is unlikely unless you handle
used oil on a daily basis, it is still advisable to thoroughly wash your hands
with soap and water as soon as possible after handling used oil.
6.
Tip engine to position the oil flow, so it will drain from the lowest
point on the engine.
7.
Drain the oil into an approved recyclable oil container.
NOTE: Please dispose of used motor oil in a manner that is compat-
ible with the environment. We suggest you take it in a sealed container
to your local service station for reclamation. Do not throw it in the trash
or pour it on the ground.
8.
Install the oil drain plug and tighten securely.
9.
Clean area around the oil drain plug.
10. Remove the oil fill cap dipstick.
11. Fill with the recommended Oil. See Figure 21.
NOTE: DO NOT overfill oil filler. Doing so may result in oil carry-over
to the equipment and cause malfunction or damage. Overfilling will
cause the engine to smoke profusely and will result in poor engine
performance.
NOTE: DO NOT allow oil level to fall below and "L" mark on dipstick.
Doing so may result in equipment malfunction or damage.
12. Wipe away any spilled oil.
13. Check the oil level.
NOTE: See the Assembly section earlier in this manual for detailed
instructions on checking the oil.
14. Once the proper oil level has been confirmed, install the Oil Fill
Cap/Dipstick. Tighten securely
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
Figure 24
15. Carefully reconnect the spark plug wire to the spark plug.
NOTE: It is advisable to recheck the oil level after you have operated
the engine for a short while, and the normal engine operating tempera-
ture has been achieved.
Service Air Filter
The air filter prevents damaging dirt, dust, etc., from entering the
carburetor and being forced into the engine and is important to engine
life and performance.
Never run the engine without an air cleaner completely assembled.
Service the air filter every 100 operating hours or every season.
Service the air filter more often under dusty conditions.
1.
Press the tab on the air filter cover and lift the cover. See Figure 25.
Air Filter Cover
Air Filter
2.
Replace paper element when dirty or damaged. Clean foam
element or replace when damaged.
3.
To clean foam element, separate it from the paper element and
wash in liquid detergent and water. Allow to dry thoroughly before
using. Do not oil the foam element.
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