MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS

CHECKING THE OIL LEVEL

The importance of checking and maintaining the proper oil level in the crankcase cannot be overemphasized. Check oil before each use:

1.Stop the engine and allow oil to drain into the crankcase.

2.Place the engine on an elevated, level surface with the cutting head shield hanging off the surface to get an accurate oil level

Fig. 22

reading (Fig. 22).

3.Keep dirt, grass clippings and other debris out of the engine. Clean the area around the dipstick before removing it.

4.Remove the oil fill plug.

5.Look into the oil fill hole, use a flashlight if needed. The oil should be just touching the innermost thread (Fig. 23).

6.If the oil level is not touching the innermost thread on the oil fill hole, add a small amount of oil to the oil fill hole and recheck (Fig. 23). Repeat this procedure until the oil level reaches the innermost thread on the oil fill hole.

NOTE: Do not overfill the unit.

Fill Level

Fig. 26

6.Replace the oil fill plug.

7.Reconnect the spark plug boot.

AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE

WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, always turn the unit off and allow it to cool before you clean or service it.

Cleaning the Air Filter

Clean and re-oil the air filter every 10 hours of operation. It is an important item to maintain. Failure to maintain your air filter properly can result in poor performance or can cause permanent damage to your

NOTE: Make sure the O-ring is in place on the oil fill plug when

Oil Fill Plug

O-Ring

Oil Fill Hole

Max Oil Fill Line

Fig. 23

 

 

 

Fig. 24

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

checking and changing the oil (Fig. 24).

WARNING: Wear gloves to prevent injury when handling unit.

Air Filter Cover

Air Filter

Fig. 27

engine.

Tab

CHANGING THE OIL

For a new engine, change the oil after the first 10 hours of operation. Change the oil while

the engine is still warm. The oil will flow freely and carry away more impurities.

1. Unplug spark plug boot to prevent accidental starting.

2.Remove the oil fill plug.

3.Pour the oil out of the oil fill hole and into a container by tipping the unit to a vertical

position (Fig. 25). Allow ample time for complete drainage.

4.Wipe up any oil residue on the unit and clean up any oil that may have spilled. Dispose of the oil according to Federal, State and local

regulations.

Fig. 25

5.Refill the crankcase with

3.04 fluid ounce (90 ml) of SAE 30 SF, SG, SH oil.

NOTE: Use the bottle and spout saved from initial use to measure the correct amount of oil. The top of the label on the bottle measures approximately 3.04 ounces (90 ml) (Fig. 26). Check the level; See Checking the Oil Level. If the level is low, add a small amount of oil and recheck. Do not overfill (Fig. 26).

1.Open the air filter cover. Push the

tab on the under side of the cover inward. Then pull the air filter cover out and up. (Fig. 27).

2. Remove the air filter (Fig. 30).

3. Wash the filter in detergent and water (Fig. 28). Rinse the filter thoroughly and allow it to dry.

4. Apply enough clean SAE 30 motor oil to lightly coat the filter (Fig. 29).

5.Squeeze the filter to spread and

remove excess oil (Fig. 30).

6.

Replace the filter (Fig. 27).

Fig. 28

NOTE: If the unit is operated without

 

 

the air filter, you will

 

 

VOID the warranty.

 

7.

Reinstall the air filter cover.

 

 

Position the slots on the top

 

 

of the air filter cover onto the

 

 

tabs at the top of the back

 

Fig. 29

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