& WARNING: Before using your chipper- shredder, refer to the safety rules on pages 3 and 4 of this manual again. Always be careful.
GAS AND OIL FILL-UP
Oil (Packed with unit)
•Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF, SG or SH. Select the oil's viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature. Follow the chart below.
Co der _ | 32°F _ | Warmer |
_.==_.o | L |
|
5W30 | I | SAE 30 |
NOTE: Although
consumption when used above 32°[::. Check the oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil.
Fill engine with oil as follows.
•Remove dipstick. See figure 10.
1. Remove dipstick
end fill oll2. Remove cap
and fill gas
F
Figure 10
With
dipstick. Capacity is approximately 20 ounces. Be careful not to overfill.
Tilt
,_ | |
WARNING: Do not tilt unit holding the |
Add oil if necessary. Replace dipstick and
tighten.
Hold unit this to tilt
Figure 11
NOTE: Do not overfill. Oil bottle packed with unit contains 20 oz. of oil.
Gasoline
Warning: Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage for 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See STORAGE instructions for additional information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.
Fill gas tank with gas as follows.
•Remove fuel cap. See figure 10.
•Make sure the container (from which you will pour the gasoline) is clean and free from rust or foreign particles. Never use gasoline that may be stale from long periods of storage in the container.
•Fill fuel tank with fresh,
