CARE AND MAINTENANCE
CAUTION HOT oil may cause burns. Allow engine to cool before draining oil.
CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL:
1.The "Dapco" oil drain valve is located on the left side of the engine crankcase.
2.Place a suitable container under the drain valve. The fitting of a short piece of hose will help direct the oil.
3.To drain turn hex head valve stem counter clockwise with 10mm wrench or socket. Open to full open (approximately 7 turns).
4.After engine is drained tighten hex stem..
NOTE: Refer toenginemanufacturersrecommendationsforfrequencyofoilchanges.
Hex Head Valve Stem
OIL FILL:
1.Drain oil.
2.Clean any spilled oil from engine and chassis.
3.Refill engine with type, and quantity of oil recommended by the engine manufacturer in engine literature.
OIL FILTERS:
•Replace filter each time the oil is changed.
•These filters can be obtained from your authorized Briggs & Stratton engine dealer (P/N 492 932).
•The use of any other oil filter may cause damage to the engine.
PLEASE DISPOSE OF USED OILS AT PROPER COLLECTION CENTERS.
PROTECT YOUR ENVIRONMENT
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