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LUBRICATION

3.Engine Oil, Kawasaki Engine Changing the Engine Oil

The engine oil shall be changed for the first time after 8 hours of operation. Thereafter, it should be changed every 100 hours.

WARNING!

Engine oil can be very hot if it is drained directly after stopping the engine. Allow the engine to cool at least two (2) minutes.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Used engine oil is a health hazard and must not be disposed of on the ground or in nature; it should always be disposed of at a workshop or appropriate disposal location.

Avoid skin contact; wash with soap and water in case of spills.

1.Place the machine on a flat surface.

2.Place a container under the engine drain plug.

3.Remove the dipstick and open the drain plug.

4.Allow the oil to run out into the container.

5.Install and tighten the oil drain plug.

6.Replace the oil filter if necessary.

7.Fill with new engine oil in accordance with Checking the Oil Level.

8.Start the engine. Run it for a few seconds. Stop and re-check the oil level.

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Oil drain plug Kawasaki

Checking the Oil Level

Check the oil level in the engine when the machine is standing level and the engine is stopped.

Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and then replace it.

The dipstick should not be screwed into place.

Take the dipstick out again and read the oil level.

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Remove the dipstick

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