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The following section is intended as a basic guide to the
DO NOT use your
HTN-SERIES — INITIAL START-UP
Table 3. Recommended Viscosity Grades
CAUTION
Failure to understand the operation of the
See Figures 2 and 3 (Pages 18 and 19) for the location of any control or indicator referenced in this manual.
Engine Oil Level
ALWAYS check engine oil BEFORE EACH USE.
1.Pull the engine oil dipstick (Item 8, Page 20) from its holder.
2.Determine if engine oil is low (Figure 5).
3.If engine oil is low, remove oil filler cap (Item 2, Page 20), and add correct amount of engine oil to bring oil level to a normal safe level. The oil level should be up to, but not over the "F" mark on the dipstick. Use oil as recommeded in Table 4.
Gearbox Oil Level
1.Check the gearbox oil level in both gearboxes by removing the level plug and ensuring that the oil is at the correct level. See Figure 6.
2.Fill the gear box just to the level of the fill plug. (Figure 6) with 69 oz. (2.041 L) of Multiquip gearbox lubricant, p/n 20111, ISO or equivalent.
DRAIN GEARBOX
PLUG VENT
FILL/LEVEL
CHECK PLUG
Figure 5. Engine Oil Dipstick
To prevent extensive engine wear or damage, always maintain the proper
NOTE oil level in the crankcase. Never operate the engine with the oil level below the "L" mark or over the "F" mark on the dipstick.
Figure 6. Gearbox Oil Plugs/Sight Glass
Fuel
Determine if the engine fuel is low (Figure 7). If fuel level is low, remove the fuel filler cap and fill with unleaded gasoline.
DANGER
Handle fuel safely. Motor fuels are highly flammable and can be dangerous if mishandled. DO NOT smoke while refueling. DO NOT attempt to refuel the ride- on trowel if the engine is hot or running. DO NOT attempt to start the engine until the fuel residue has been completely wiped up and the area surrounding the engine is dry.