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CHECKING
THE OIL LEVEL
The importance
ofchecking
and maintaining
the proper oillevel inthe
crankcase
cannot beoveremphasized.
Check oilbefore each u se:
1. Stop t he engine and allow oil t odrain i nto the crankcase.
2. Place the engine onanelevated,
level surface with the cutting head s hield
hanging
off t he surface toget a naccurate
oil l evel reading (Fig. 21).
3.
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5.
6.
NOTE:
NOTE:
Fig. 21
Keep dirt, grass clippings and other debris out of the engine. Clean the
area around the dipstick before removing it.
Remove the oil fill plug.
Look into the oil fill hole, use a flashlight
if needed. The oil should be
just touching the innermost thread (Fig. 22).
If the oil level is not touching
the innermost thread on the oil fill hole,
add a small amount of oil to the oil fill hole and recheck (Fig. 22).
Repeat this procedure
until the oil level reaches the innermost thread
on the oil fill hole.
Do not overfill the unit.
Make sure the O-ring is in place on the oil fill plug when checking
and changing the oil (Fig. 23).
Max Oil Fill Line /
Fig. 22
OilFillPlug
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Fig. 23
CHANGING
THE OIL
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I WARNING:
Wear gloves to prevent injury when handling unit.
Change the oil after the first 10 hours and every 40 hours of operation
thereafter. Change the oil while the engine is still warm. The oil will flow
freely and carry away more impurities.
1.
Unplug spark plug boot to
prevent accidental
starting.
2.
Remove the oil fill plug.
3.
Pour the oil out of the oil fill hole
and into a container by tipping
the unit to a vertical position
(Fig. 24). Allow ample time for
complete
drainage.
4.
Wipe up any oil residue on the
unit and clean up any oil that
may have spilled. Dispose of
the oil according
to federal,
state and local regulations.
5.
Refill the crankcase with 3.04
fluid ounce (90 ml) of SAE 30
SF, SG, SH oil.
NOTE:
Use the bottle and spout
saved from initial use to
Fig. 24
measure the correct
6.
7.
amount of oil. The top of the label on the bottle measures
approximately
3.04 ounces (90 ml) (Fig. 25). Check the level; See
Checking the 0il Level. If the level is low, add a small amount of oil
and recheck. Do not overfill (Fig. 25).
Replace the oil fill plug.
Reconnect the spark plug boot.
Fill Level
Fig. 25
AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE
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I WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury, always turn the
unit off and allow it to cool before you clean or service it.
Cleaning
the Air Filter
Clean and re-oil the air filter every 10 hours of operation.
It is an important
item to maintain. Failure to maintain your air filter properly can result in poor
performance
or can cause permanent damage to your engine.
1.
Open the air filter cover. Push the tab on the under side of the cover
inward. Then pull the air filter cover out and up. (Fig. 26).
Air Filter
Cover.__
Air Filter
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Tab
Fig. 26
2.
Remove the air filter (Fig. 26).
3.
Wash the filter in detergent and water
(Fig. 27). Rinse the filter thoroughly and
allow it to dry.
4.
Apply enough clean SAE 30 motor oil to
lightly coat the filter (Fig. 28).
5.
Squeeze the filter to spread and remove
excess oil (Fig. 29).
6.
Replace the filter (Fig. 26).
NOTE:
If the unit is operated without the air
filter, you will VOID the warranty.
7.
Reinstall the air filter cover. Position the
slots on the top of the air filter cover
onto the tabs at the top of the back
plate (Fig. 30).
8.
Swing the cover down until the
tab on the air filter backplate
snaps into place in the slot on
the air filter cover (Fig. 31).
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Fig. 27
Fig. 28
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