Check & Fill Engine Oil
Service Interval: Before each use, and every 8 hours.
1.Turn the engine off, and set the parking brake to PARK.
2.Clean the area around the dip stick (C, Figure 22 or 23).
3.Remove the dip stick (C) and clean it with a paper towel.
4.Insert the dip stick (C) back into the engine. Briggs & Stratton Models, thread the cap back onto the tube. Kohler Models, push cap (C) firmly into place.
5.Remove the dip stick and read the oil level. The oil level should be between the “FULL” and “ADD” marks
(D). If not, add oil according to the oil recommendations chart (Figure 25).
Regular Maintenance
D |
C |
A |
B |
Figure 22. Briggs & Stratton single cylinder Models
A.Oil Drain Valve
B.Oil Filter
C.Dip Stick
D.Checking Oil Level
D | B |
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C |
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A |
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Figure 23. Briggs & Stratton two cylinder Models
A.Oil Drain Valve
B.Oil Filter
C.Dip Stick
D.Checking Oil Level
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