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4.
Remove the dipstick and check the engine-oil
level. Ensure that the oil is at the top of the Full
indicator on the dipstick..
5.
If the oil level is low, slowly add oil into the filler
tube until it is overflowing.
6.
Install the dipstick and tighten it.
Changing the Engine Oil
Service Interval: After the first 5 hours/After the
first month (whichever comes
first)—Change the engine oil.
Every 50 hours—Change the engine oil (more
often in dusty conditions).
Note:
Run the engine a few minutes before changing
the oil to warm it. Warm oil flows better and carries
more contaminants.
1.
Move the machine to a level surface.
2.
Refer to
Preparing for Maintenance (page
3.
Place a pan under the drain plug to catch the oil.
4.
Remove the oil-fill plug and allow the oil to drain.
Note:
Dispose of the used oil at a certified
recycling center.
5.
Install the oil-fill plug.
6.
Slowly pour oil into the oil-fill hole until the
oil is at the correct level; refer to
Specifications (page
Figure 28
Engine-Oil
20).
7.
Ensure that the oil is at the correct level on the
dipstick; refer to
(page
20).
8.
Wipe up any spilled oil.
Servicing the Spark Plug
Service Interval: Yearly
Ensure that the air gap between the center and side
electrodes is correct before installing the spark plug.
Use a spark plug wrench for removing and installing
the spark plug(s) and a gapping tool/feeler gauge to
check and adjust the air gap. Install a new spark
plug(s) if necessary.
Type: Briggs and Stratton 797235
Air gap: 0.75 mm (0.03 inch)
18).
Removing the Spark Plug
1.
Disconnect the spark-plug wire from the spark
plug.
1. Spark-plug wire
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2.
Clean around the spark plugs to prevent dirt
from entering the engine and potentially causing
damage.
3.
Remove the spark plug.
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Checking the Engine-Oil Level
Figure 29
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