Engine Operation; Oil Recommendations - MTD 11A-41M9001 Operator's Manual

EngineOperation
Fuel Cap
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Air Cleaner
Grip
Oil Drain
Spark Plug
Pre-0perationCheck
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.
Figure 9=1
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2ow4o, _ow5o_____
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15w40, O_____m/b.
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(°C)-30 ° -20 ° -10 ° 0 ° 10° 20 o 30 o 40 o
(°F)-20 ° 0° 20o 40o 60 o 80 o 100 o
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.