Engine Operation - Cub Cadet 12AE18M3056 Operator's Manual

Engine Operation

Starter
Grip
Pre-Operation Check
Oil Recommendations
NOTE: This engine is shipped without gasoline or oil in the
engine. Running the engine with insufficient oil can cause
serious engine damage and void the engine warranty.
• Before starting engine, fill with oil. Do not over-fill. Oil
capacity is about 20 oz.
Use a 4-stroke, or an equivalent high detergent, premium
quality motor oil certified to meet or exceed U.S. automobile
manufacturer's requirements for service classification SG/SF.
Motor oils classified SG/SF will show this designation on the
container.
SAE 10W-30 is recommended for general, all temperature use. If
single viscosity oil is used, select the appropriate viscosity for the
average temperature in your area from the chart to the right.
Fuel Cap
Oil Fill
Cap
Oil Drain
Figure 10-1
Air Cleaner
Spark Plug
1
20w40, 20w50
15w40, 15w50
2
10w40
10w30
(ºC) -30º -20º -10º 0º
(ºF)
-20º 0º 20º
Ambient Temperature
1. Single Viscosity
2. Multi Viscosity
NOTE: Using non detergent oil or 2-stroke engine oil could
shorten the engine's service life.
9
10w
20w
20
30
40
10º 20º 30º 40º
40º 60º 80º 100º
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