5. PRE-OPERATION CHECK
ENGINE OIL
Check the engine oil level with the engine stopped and the mower on a level
surface
1. Remove the oil filler cap, and wipe the dipstick clean.
2. Insert the dipstick into the oil filler neck, but do not screw it in.
3. Check the oil level shown on the dipstick. If near the lower level, fill to
the upper level with the recommended oil. Do not overfill.
1 IMPORTANT N0TlCE 1 Running the engine with a low oil level will cause
engine damage.
Use high-detergent, premium quality 4-stroke engine oil, certified to meet or
exceed U.S. automobile manufacturers’ requirements for API Service Classification
SG, SF/CC, CD.
1 IMPORTANT NOTICE 1
Using
non-
detergent oil can shorten the engine’s
service life, and using 2-stroke oil will
damage the engine.
SAE low-30 is recommended for
general, all-temperature use Other
viscosities shown in the chart may be
used when the average temperature in
your area is within the indicated range
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-30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 4O’C
’ \ FILLER CAP/DOPSTICK
-FILLER CAP/
DIPSTICK
UPPER
OIL
LEVEL
LOWER
OIL LEVEL