BEFORE STARTING THE MOWER
Prevent Engine Damage
To prevent engine damage the engine is shipped without oil or petrol. The engine must be filled with the correct grade of oil and petrol before starting the engine.
Oil Type
Always use high quality detergent oil classified SAE 30 oil. Never use additives with recommended oil.
To prolong the life of your engine it is important that the oil is changed after the first 5 hours of use - refer to ‘Maintenance Schedule’.
Check Oil Level
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Clean around the oil filler cap before removing. With the mower on a | 0.15 |
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level surface, unscrew and remove the oil filler - dipstick. Wipe oil |
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from it with a clean cloth. Screw the oil filler - dipstick back in place, |
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then unscrew and remove it to check the oil level. |
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The oil level is correct when it is at the full mark on the dipstick. | 15C | ||||
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Fuel Type
Always use clean, fresh unleaded petrol. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days. Never mix oil with petrol. For added engine protection Briggs & Stratton recommend the use of their fuel additive which is available from an authorised Briggs & Stratton ser- vice dealer.
Fill to base of neck to allow for fuel expansion. Do not overfill the fuel tank.
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