low, add only enough oil to raise level to FULL mark on dipstick. DO NOT FILL ABOVE
FULL MARK BECAUSE ENGINE COULD BE DAMAGED WHEN STARTED. POUR OIL SLOWLY.
4.Insert dipstick into filler neck and rotate cap clockwise 1/4 turn to lock (Fig. 8).
Note: Check oil level each time mower is used or after every 5 operating hours. Initially, change oil after the first 5 hours of operation; thereafter, change oil after every 50 hours of operation. More frequent oil changes are required in dusty, dirty or hot conditions.
Gasoline
POTENTIAL HAZARD
•In certain conditions gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
•A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you, others, and cause property damage.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
•Use a funnel and fill the fuel tank outdoors, in an open area, when the engine is cold. Wipe up any gasoline that spills.
•Do not fill the fuel tank completely full. Add gasoline to the fuel tank until the level is 1/4º to 1/2º (6 mm to 13 mm) below the bottom of the filler neck. This empty space in the tank allows gasoline to expand.
•Never smoke when handling gasoline, and stay away from an open flame or where gasoline fumes may be ignited by a spark.
•Store gasoline in an approved container and keep it out of the reach of children.
•Never buy more than a
This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline. The Exmark Manufacturing Company strongly recommends the use of fresh, clean, UNLEADED regular grade gasoline with an octane rating of 85 or higher in Exmark gasoline powered products. Unleaded gasoline burns cleaner, extends engine life, and promotes good starting by reducing the
IMPORTANT: Do not mix oil with the gasoline. Do not use gasoline that has been stored in an approved container from one season to the next.
IMPORTANT: Some fuels, called oxygenated or reformulated gasolines, are gasolines blended with alcohols or ethers. Excessive amounts of these blends can damage the fuel system or cause performance problems. Never use methanol, gasoline containing methanol, gasohol containing more than 10% ethanol or white gas because engine fuel system damage could result. If any undesirable operating symptoms occur, use gasoline with a lower percentage of alcohol or ether.
Do not use fuel additives other than those manufactured for fuel stabilization during storage. Exmark does not recommend stabilizers with an alcohol base such as ethanol, methanol or isopropyl. Additives should not be used to try to enhance the power or performance of the machine.
1.Using a clean rag, clean area around the fuel tank cap. Remove cap from fuel tank and fill tank to within 1/2 inch (13 mm) from the top with gasoline. Reinstall fuel tank cap securely.
Operation
Operating Tips
1.CUTTINGÐBest cutting results are achieved when engine is running at maximum speed and only about 1/3 of the grass blade is cut. If long
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