Great Dane Scamper Hydro GLKW1536S Operator's Manual page 14

Make sure engine is cold when checking engine oil level.
1.Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the Safety section.)
2.Allow engine to cool.
3.Clean area around dipstick (A) to prevent debris from falling into
crankcase.
4.Remove dipstick. Wipe with a clean cloth.
5.Install dipstick and allow the cap to rest on the end of the tube. Do not
tighten the cap.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! To prevent extensive engine wear or
damage, always maintain the proper engine oil level. Never
operate the engine with the oil level below the ADD mark or over
the FULL mark.
6.Remove dipstick and check oil level on dipstick. Oil must be between the
ADD and FULL marks.
• If oil is low, add oil to bring oil level no higher than the FULL mark on
dipstick.
• If oil level is above the FULL mark, drain to proper level.
7.Install and tighten dipstick.
Changing Engine Oil and Filter
NOTE: An oil drain tube is provided with this machine. Attach the
tube to the oil drain fitting on the engine, and open valve (A) to drain
the used oil. Close the valve, and remove the drain tube from the
fitting after the oil has been drained. Store the drain tube after use.
Change engine oil and filter at the intervals recommended in the Service
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Intervals section. See the engine manufacturer's owner's manual provided
with your machine for the complete procedure.
Cleaning Air Intake Screen and Engine Fins
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! The engine is air-cooled and
requires a large amount of air intake when running. Reduced air
intake can cause overheating:
• Keep air intake screen and cooling fins clean.
• Keep covers and screens in place.
Keep air intake screens and engine cooling fins clear of debris to ensure
proper cooling. See the engine manufacturer's owner's manual provided
with your machine for the complete procedure.
Checking and Cleaning Air Filter Elements
CAUTION: Avoid injury! Touching hot surfaces can burn
skin. The engine and components will be hot if the engine has
been running. Allow the engine to cool before servicing.
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IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Dirt and debris can enter the engine
through a damaged filter element:
• Do not wash paper element.
• Do not attempt to clean paper element by tapping against
another object.
• Do not use pressurized air to clean element.
• Replace element only if it is very dirty, damaged or the seal is
cracked.
Check and clean air filter elements at the intervals recommended in the
Service Intervals section. See the engine manufacturer's owner's manual
provided with your machine for the complete procedure.
Checking Spark Plugs
CAUTION: Avoid injury! Touching hot surfaces can burn
skin. The engine and components will be hot if the engine has
been running. Allow the engine to cool before servicing.
Check spark plugs at the intervals recommended in the Service Intervals
section. See the engine manufacturer's owner's manual provided with
your machine for the complete procedure.
Adjusting Carburetor
NOTE: Carburetor is calibrated by the engine manufacturer and is
not adjustable.
If engine is operated at altitudes above 1829 m (6,000 ft), some
carburetors may require a special high altitude main jet.
If engine is hard to start or runs rough, see the troubleshooting section of
the engine manufacturer's owner's manual provided with your machine.
Possible engine surging will occur at high throttle with transmission in "N"
neutral and mower PTO switch disengaged. This is a normal condition due
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After performing the checks in the troubleshooting section and your
engine is still not performing correctly, contact your dealer.
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