Cleaning
Daily or before use, look around and underneath trash pump for signs of oil or fuel leaks. Clean accumulated debris from inside and outside trash pump. Keep linkage, spring and other engine controls clean. Keep area around and behind muffler free from any combustible debris. Use low pressure air (not to exceed 25 psi) to blow away dirt. Inspect cooling air slots and opening on trash pump. These openings must be kept clean and unobstructed.
Engine parts should be kept clean to reduce the risk of overheating and ignition of accumulated debris.
•Use a damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean.
•Use a soft bristle brush to loosen caked on dirt or oil.
•Use a vacuum cleaner to pick up loose dirt and debris. Remove silt and sludge buildup in pump body.
•Follow the instructions in Flush and Drain Trash Pump and Clean the Impeller.
Engine Maintenance
WARNING
Unintentional sparking can result in fire or electric shock.
WHEN ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS TO YOUR TRASH PUMP
•Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and place the wire where it cannot contact spark plug.
WHEN TESTING FOR ENGINE SPARK
•Use approved spark plug tester.
•DO NOT check for spark with spark plug removed.
Oil
Oil Recommendations
We recommend the use of Briggs & Stratton Warranty Certified oils for best performance. Other
Outdoor temperatures determine the proper oil viscosity for the engine. Use the chart to select the best viscosity for the outdoor temperature range expected.
* Below 40°F (4°C) the use of SAE 30 will result in hard starting.
**Above 80°F (27°C) the use of 10W30 may cause increased oil consumption. Check oil level more frequently.
NOTE: Synthetic oil meeting ILSAC
certification mark and API service symbol with
“SJ/CF ENERGY CONSERVING” or higher, is an
acceptable oil at all temperatures. Use of synthetic 
oil does not alter required oil change intervals.
Checking Oil Level
Oil level should be checked prior to each use or at least every 5 hours of operation. Keep oil level maintained.
1.Make sure trash pump is on a level surface.
2.Clean area around oil fill and remove oil fill cap.
3.Verify oil is at the point of overflowing at oil fill opening.
4.Replace and tighten oil fill cap.
Adding Engine Oil
1.Make sure trash pump is on a level surface.
2.Check oil level as described in Checking Oil Level.
3.If needed, slowly pour oil into oil fill opening to the point of overflowing at oil fill.
4.Replace and tighten oil fill cap.
Changing Engine Oil
Change the oil after the first 5 hours of operation. Change oil every 50 hours thereafter. If you are using your trash pump under extremely dirty or dusty conditions, or in extremely hot weather, change the oil more often.
CAUTION
Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact with used motor oil.
•Used motor oil has been shown to cause skin cancer in certain laboratory animals.
•Thoroughly wash exposed areas with soap and water.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. DON’T POLLUTE. CONSERVE RESOURCES. RETURN USED OIL TO COLLECTION CENTERS.
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