Briggs & Stratton 470000 Operator's Manual page 8

Changing Oil and Oil Filter
Change oil after first 5 to 8 hours of use, then every 100
hours. Change oil every 50 hours when operating the
engine under heavy load or in high temperatures.
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1. With engine OFF but still warm, remove oil drain
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plug and drain oil into appropriate receptacle.
Reinstall drain plug.
2. Remove oil filter Ë. Before installing new filter,
lightly oil filter gasket with fresh, clean oil.
3. Screw filter on by hand until gasket contacts oil
filter adapter. Tighten 1/2 to 3/4 turn more.
4. Place engine level and follow Adding Oil
Instructions (page 7) to add fresh oil.
5. Replace oil fill cap and dipstick.
Oil Pressure
If oil pressure is low, an oil pressure switch (if equipped)
will either activate a warning device or stop the engine.
Check oil level with dipstick.
• If oil level is between ADD and FULL mark on
dipstick do not try to restart engine. Contact an
Authorized Briggs & Stratton Service Dealer. Do
not operate engine until oil pressure is
corrected.
• If oil level is below ADD mark on dipstick, add oil to
bring level to FULL mark. Restart engine and check
oil pressure. If pressure is normal, continue to
operate engine.
Note:
Oil pressure gage (if equipped) is supplied by
manufacturer of equipment.
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CAUTION
Used oil is a hazardous waste product. Dispose
of used oil properly. Do not discard with
household waste. Check with your local
authorities, service center, or dealer for safe
disposal/recycling facilities.