ENGINE OIL LEVEL
Inspection:
With the snowthrower on a level surface, remove the oil filler cap and wipe
the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick into the filler neck, but do not screw
it in. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level.
If the level is low, fill to the top of the oil filler neck with the recommended
oil.
OIL FILLER NECK
-20 0 20 40 50°F
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-30 -20 -10 0 10%
OIL FILLER CAP AND DIPSTICK
UPPER LEVEL
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OIL CAPACITY: 0.6 ! (0.63 US qt. 0.53 Imp qt)
RECOMMENDED OIL:
Use high detergent, premium quality motor oil certified to meet or exceed
U.S. automobile manufacturers’ requirements for API Service Classifica-
tion SG, SF/CC, CD (Motor oils classified SG, SF/CC, CD will show this
designation on the container.) Select the appropriate oil viscosity for the
average temperature in your area, as shown in the chart above. SAE
5W-30 is recommended for general, all-temperature use.
l Engine oil is a major factor affecting engine performance and service
life. Nondetergent oils and 2-stroke engine oils are not recommended
because they have inadequate lubricating properties.
l Running the engine with insufficient oil can cause serious engine
damage.
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