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ASSEMBLING THE MOWER BEFORE FIRST USE
Prevent Engine Damage
To prevent engine damage the engine is shipped
without oil or petrol. The engine must be lled with
the correct grade of oil and petrol before starting the
engine. (Refer g.6)
Oil Type
Always use high quality detergent oil classi ed SAE 30
oil. Never use additives with recommended oil.
To prolong the life of your engine it is important that
the oil is changed after the rst 5 hours of use - Refer to
'Maintenance Schedule'.
Check Oil Level
Clean around the oil ller cap before removing. With
the mower on a level surface, unscrew and remove the
oil ller - dipstick. Wipe oil from it with a clean cloth.
Screw the oil ller - dipstick back in place, then unscrew
and remove it to check the oil level. (Refer g.7)
The oil level is correct when it is at the full mark on
the dipstick. DO NOT OVERFILL. (Refer g.7)
Fuel Type
Always use clean, fresh unleaded petrol. Purchase fuel
in quantities that can be used within 30 days. Never mix
oil with petrol. For added engine protection Briggs &
Fig. 7
Fig. 6
0.15
Litres
Stratton recommend the use of their fuel additive which
is available from an authorised Briggs & Stratton service
dealer.
Fill to base of neck to allow for fuel expansion. Do not
over ll the fuel tank. (Refer g.8)
Fig. 8
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