CUSTOME SPONSIBILITIES ENGINE LUBRICATION Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SG, Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature. SAE VtSCOS_TY GRADES -20 _ 30_ 32 _ 40_ 60 ° 80" 100" r ._o .2oo ._oo o" 1'o' 20° ;oo _o_' TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTiCiPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE f CONTAINER NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil.
Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and every 25 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the lawn mower is not used for 25 hours in one year. Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each five (5) hours of continuous use. Tighten oil plug securely each time you check the oil level. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. t0) FIG. 10 COLLAR OL R TAB / Remove engine oil cap; lay aside on a clean surface. Tip lawn mower on its side and drain oil into a suitable container. Rock lawn mower back and forth to remove any oil trapped inside of engine. Wipe off any spilled oil on lawn mower and on side of engine. , Filt engine with oil.
Fill only to the "FULL" line on the dipstick. DO NOT OVER FILL. = Reptace engine oil cap. Reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug. AiR FILTER __N CLOCKWISE AIR FILTER COVER TO TIGHTEN FIG. 11 CLEANING IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH, CLEAN UNDERSIDE OF MOWER HOUSING AFTER EACH USE, CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire Your engine wift not run properly and may be damaged by using a dirty air filter. Replace the air filter every year, more often if you mow in very dusty, dirty conditions. Do not wash air filter. TO CHANGE AIR FILTER (See Fig. t 1) from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with the spark plug.
Turn tawn mower on its side. Make sure air filter and carburetor are up. Clean the underside of your lawn mower by scraping to remove build-up of grass and trash. Remove the air filter cover by turning counterclockwise to the stop and pull away from collar. Remove filter from inside of cover. Clean the inside of the cover and the collar to remove any dirt accumulation. Insert new filter into cover. Put air filter cover and filter into collar aligning the tab with the slot. Push in on cover and turn clockwise to tighten, MUFFLER Clean engine often to keep trash from accumulating. A clogged engine runs hotter and shortens engine life.
Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc. We DO NOT recommend using a garden hose to clean lawn mower unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in shortened engine life. o o Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage, SPARK PLUG Change your spark plug each year to make your engine start easier and run better. Set spark plug gap at .030 inch. 13