Before Starting

Oil

Capacity

The engine holds approximately 80 oz (2.3 liters).

Oil Recommendation

•Use a high quality detergent oil classified “For Service SG, SH, SJ, SL” or higher, such as Briggs & Stratton 30, Part Number 100005 (20 oz) or 100028 (48 oz).

•Do not use special additives.

•Do not mix gasoline with oil.

•Choose a viscosity according to the table.

SAE Viscosity Grades

 

 

 

 

 

 

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°F -20

0

20

32 40

60

 

80

100

°C -30

-20

 

-10

 

0

10

 

20

30

40

STARTING TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL

CHANGE

CAUTION

*Use of SAE 30 oil below 40° F (4° C) will result in hard starting and possible engine damage due to inadequate lubrication.

** The use of non-synthetic multi-viscosity oils

(5W-30, 10W-30, etc.) in temperatures above 40° F (4° C) will result in higher than normal oil consumption. When using a multi-viscosity oil, check oil level more frequently.

Adding Oil

1.First add 67 oz (2 liters).

2.Start and run engine at idle for 30 seconds. See Starting Instructions.

3.Shut engine off and wait 30 seconds.

4.Then add more oil slowly to bring level to FULL mark on dipstick. DO NOT OVERFILL.

Checking Oil Level

•Check oil level before starting the engine.

•Keep oil level at FULL. Do not overfill.

•Check level daily, or after every eight (8) hours of operation.

Full Line

Oil Fill Cap

Oil Fill

Dipstick

Note: Synthetic oil meeting ILSAC GF-2, API

certification mark and API service symbol (shown at left) 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.

1.Place engine level and clean around oil filler plug.

2.Remove dipstick and wipe clean with cloth.

3.Push dipstick back in and remove to check oil level. Oil level should be at FULL line on dipstick.

4.If oil is needed, add slowly.

5.Fill to FULL line on dipstick − re-check.

6.Replace dipstick firmly.

Oil Pressure

If oil pressure drops below 1−4 psi (0.1−0.2 kg/cm@), an oil pressure switch (if engine is equipped) will either activate a warning device or stop the engine. Check oil level with dipstick.

If oil level is between ADD and FULL mark on dipstick do not try to restart engine. Contact an Authorized Briggs & Stratton Service Dealer. Do not operate engine until oil pressure is corrected.

If oil level is below ADD mark on dipstick, add oil to bring level to FULL mark. Restart engine and check oil pressure. If pressure is normal, continue to operate engine.

Note: Oil pressure gauge, if engine is equipped, is supplied by manufacturer of equipment.

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