Engine Oil & Maintenance - Aztec SIDEWINDER 24 Owner's Manual

ENGINE OIL AND MAINTENANCE
from hot to warm level before attempting to remove oil filter.
the engine oil may cause serious damage to the engine such as seizure.
authorities for approved disposal methods or possible recycling.
Refer to the SAFETY INFORMATION on pages 3-8. Also refer to the BEFORE OPERATION
CHECKLIST on pages 12-13 before operating this machine. Then carefully follow these guidelines:
A.) RECOMMENDED OIL
The following engine oils are recommended: API Service Classification: SF, SG, SH, or SJ.
B.) CHECK THE OIL
1) To check the oil, the engine should be turned OFF, and the machine should be on a level
surface.
2) Clean the area around the oil gauge before removing it.
3) Remove the oil gauge and wipe it with a clean cloth.
4) Pour the oil slowly to "FULL" mark on the oil gauge.
5) Insert the oil gauge into the tube WITHOUT SCREWING IT IN.
6) Remove the oil gauge to check the oil level. The oil level should be between "ADD" and
"FULL" marks. Do not overfill.
7) Install and tighten the oil gauge.
C.) OIL VISCOSITY
Choose the viscosity according to the temperature as follows:
consumption. Check oil level more frequently when using them.
04-2017
Hot engine oil can cause severe burns. Allow engine temperature to drop
Check the engine oil daily before starting the engine, otherwise shortage of
Engine oil is a toxic substance. Dispose of used oil properly. Contact local
Using multi-grade oils (5W-20, 10W-30, and 10W-40) will increase oil
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