Changing Oil

Change oil after first 5 to 8 hours of use, then every

100 hours. Change oil every 50 hours when operating the engine under heavy load or in high temperatures.

1.Place engine level.

2.Disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away from spark plug. Disconnect battery (if equipped with electric starter) at negative terminal.

3.With engine OFF but still warm remove oil drain plug and drain oil into appropriate receptacle.

PIPE

Typical

drain plug

OIL DRAIN

PLUG

4.Reinstall drain plug. Remove dipstick.

5.OIL FILLING PROCEDURE: Add 1 quart (32 ounces or 1 liter). Start and run engine at idle for 30 seconds. Shut engine off and wait 30 seconds. Then add more oil slowly to bring level to FULL mark on dipstick. Do not overfill.

Note: Engine holds approximately 1-1/2 quarts (48 ounces or 1.4 liters) when changing oil and filter.

6. Replace dipstick.

WARNING

•Disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away from spark plug.

Changing Oil Filter (if equipped)

Change oil filter after every 100 hours or every season.

1.Drain engine oil and remove oil filter.

2.Before installing new filter, lightly oil filter gasket with fresh, clean oil.

3.Screw filter on by hand until gasket contacts oil filter adapter. Tighten 1/2 to 3/4 turn more.

4.Add fresh oil. Fill to FULL line on dipstick.

5.Start and run engine at idle to check for leaks.

6.Stop engine. Re-check oil level. Add oil if required.

CAUTION

Used oil is a hazardous waste product. Dispose of used oil properly. Do not discard with household waste. Check with your local authorities, service center, or dealer for safe disposal/recycling facilities.

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 the manufacturer of equipment.

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