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Check Oil Level

See Figures

, and

The importance of checking and maintaining

the proper oil level in the crankcase cannot be

overemphasized.

Check oil BEFORE EACH USE as follows:

1. Make sure the engine is stopped, level, and cool

so the oil has had time to drain into the sump.

2. Clean the area around and beneath the dipstick

or the oil ll plug (F) before removing it. This will

help keep dirt, debris, and other foreign maer

out of the engine. See Figure 1.

NOTE: The engine may be equipped with two

dipsticks or an oil ll plug and a dipstick.

These can be placed in either hole.

3. Checking oil level with a dipstick (A): Unscrew

and remove the dipstick; wipe o oil. Reinsert the

dipstick into the oil ll tube and rest the dipstick

on the oil ll neck (B). Turn it counterclockwise

until the oil ll cap drops down to the lowest

point of the thread leads. Do not thread the

dipstick cap onto the tube. See Figure 2.

Checking oil level with an oil ll plug: Unscrew

and remove the oil ll plug (A). The level should

be up to, but not over, the point of overowing

the ller neck (B). See Figure 3.

4. If the level is low, add oil of the proper type and

to the correct level. (Refer to Oil Type.) Always

check the level before adding more oil.

5. Reinstall the dipstick/oil ll plug (A) and gasket

(B), and tighten securely. See Figure 4.

NOTE: Over tightening the dipstick/oil ll plug (A)

will distort the gasket (C) and may cause oil

weeping. See Figure 4.

NOTE: To prevent extensive engine wear or damage,

always maintain the proper oil level in the

crankcase. Never operate the engine with the

oil level above the correct level.

Add Fuel

See Figures

and

WARNING

Explosive Fuel can cause res

and severe burns.

Do not ll the fuel tank while the

engine is hot or running.

1. Make sure the engine is OFF, level, and is cool.

2. Clean the area around the fuel cap (B). See

Figure 1.

3. Remove the fuel cap. Fill to the base of the ller

neck (A). Do not overll the fuel tank (B). Leave

room for the fuel to expand. See Figure 5.

4. Reinstall the fuel cap (B) and tighten securely. See

Figure 1.

Check Cooling Areas

To ensure proper cooling, make sure the recoil starter

screen, cooling ns, and other external surfaces of the

engine are kept clean at all times.

NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked screen,

dirty or plugged cooling ns, and/or cooling

shrouds removed, will cause engine damage

due to over heating.

Check Air Cleaner

See Figure

This engine is equipped with either a replaceable,

high-density paper air cleaner element. In addition, an

optional foam precleaner may also be included.

Check the air cleaner (A) for a buildup of dirt and

debris daily or before starting the engine. Keep the

area in and around the air cleaner clean. Also check

for loose or damaged components. Replace all worn or

damaged air cleaner components.

NOTE: Operating the engine with loose or

damaged air cleaner components could

allow unltered air into the engine, causing

premature wear and failure.

Pre-Start Checklist

1. Check oil level; if low, add oil. Do not overll.

(Refer to Check Oil Level.)

NOTE: Engines are shipped without oil. Do not start

engine with low or no oil. This will cause

damage to the engine and will not be covered

under warranty.

2. Check fuel level; if low, add fuel. Do not overll.

3. Check cooling areas, air intake areas, and external

surfaces of engine. Make sure they are clean and

unobstructed.

4. Check that the air cleaner components and all

shrouds, equipment covers, and guards are in

place and securely fastened.

5. Check that any clutches or transmissions are

disengaged or placed in neutral. This is especially

important on equipment with hydrostatic drive.

The shi lever must be exactly in neutral to

prevent resistance that could keep the engine

from starting.

Cold Weather Starting Hints

1. Be sure to use the proper oil for the temperature

expected. (Refer to Oil Recommendations.)

2. Declutch all possible external loads.

3. Use fresh winter grade fuel.

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