Stow 13HP, 20HP manual STOW CUTTER 3 CE SAW - INSPECTION, Oil Type, Preparation / Pre-Inspection

STOW CUTTER 3 CE SAW — INSPECTION

PREPARATION / PRE-INSPECTION

1. Read and fully understand this manual, the safety intructions in particular, and the engine manufacturer's manual supplied with the saw.

2.Select the correct blade for each application. Refer to the Blades and Blade Placement sections on pages 17 through 19 for further information.

3.Check blade for wear or damage. Handle all blades with care and ALWAYS replace a damaged blade.

4.Clean the saw, removing dirt and dust, particularlytheenginecoolingair inlet, carburetor and air cleaner.

5.Check the air filter for dirt and dust. Replace the air filter if it is found to be dirty.

6.Check carburetor for external dirt and dust. Clean with dry compressed air.

7.Check fastening nuts and bolts for tightness.

8.Ensure a suitable water supply is available, hooked up, and used. (connectedviagardenhoseorwithawatertanksupply system).

Engine Oil Check

1.To check the engine oil level, place the saw on secure level ground with the engine stopped, and the diamond blade removed.

2.Remove the fillercap/dipstickfrom the engine oil filler hole (Figure 6) and wipe it clean.

Honda GX390 engine shown

Figure 6. Engine Oil Dipstick (Removal)

Honda GX620 engine shown

Figure 6A. Engine Oil Dipstick (Removal)

3.Insertandremovethedipstickwithoutscrewingitintothefiller neck. Check the oil level shown on the dipstick.

4.If the oil level is low (Figures 6 and 7), fill to the edge of the oil filler hole with the recommended oil type (Table 4). Maximum oil capacity for the Honda GX390 engine is 2.32 pints (1.1 liters) and for the Honda GX620 engine it is 3.18 pints (1.50 liters).

Reference manufacturer engine

NOTEmanual for specific servicing instructions.

HONDA 13 HP engine shown.

Figure 7. Engine Oil Dipstick (Oil Level)

Table 4. Oil Type

Season	Temperature	Oil Type
Summer	25°C or Higher	SAE 10W-30
Spring/Fall	25°C~10°C	SAE 10W-30/20
Winter	0°C or Lower	SAE 10W-10

STOW CUTTER 3 CE SAW — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #5 (09/22/06) — PAGE 17