1. The oil level is at its
maximum.
2. The oil level is too
high—remove oil from
the crankcase.
3. Slowly pour oil into the oil fill hole, wait a few
minutes, and check the oil level on the dipstick by
wiping the dipstick clean and then inserting, but not
screwing in, the oil fill cap into the hole (Figure 7).
Note: Fill the engine crankcase with oil until the
dipstick indicates that the engine oil level is correct
as shown in Figure 7. If you overfill the engine with
oil, remove the excess oil as directed in Changing
the Engine Oil.
4. Install the dipstick and hand tighten it securely.
Important: Change the engine oil after the first
5 operating hours ; change it yearly thereafter.
Refer to Changing the Engine Oil.
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Figure 7
3. The oil level is too
low—add oil to the
crankcase.
Product Overview
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1. Cutting height lever (4)
2. Spark plug
3. Recoil start handle
4. Oil fill/Dipstick (not shown) 11. Grass bag
5. Fuel tank cap
6. Discharge deflector
7. Control bar lock
1. Grass bag
2. Side discharge chute
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Figure 8
8. Blade control bar
9. Upper handle
10. Engine stop switch
12. Washout port
13. Air filter
Figure 9
3. Rear discharge plug
(installed)
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