Predator 63086 Owner's Manual & Safety Instructions page 17

Checking and Filling Fuel
WARNING! TO pREVENT SERIOUS
INJURY FROM FIRE:
Fill the fuel tank in a well-ventilated area
away from ignition sources. If the engine is
hot from use, shut the engine off and wait
for it to cool before adding fuel.
Do not smoke.
1. Clean the Fuel Cap and the area around it.
2. Unscrew and remove the Fuel Cap.
Note: Do not use gasoline containing more than
10% ethanol (E10). Do not use E85 ethanol.
Engine Oil Change
CAUTION! Oil is very hot during operation and can
cause burns. Wait for engine to cool before changing oil.
1. Make sure the engine is stopped and is level.
2. Close the Fuel Valve.
3. Place a drain pan (not included) underneath
the crankcase's drain plug.
4. Remove the drain plug and, if possible,
tilt the crankcase slightly to help drain
the oil out. Recycle used oil.
5. Replace the drain plug and tighten it.
6. Clean the top of the Dipstick and the
area around it. Remove the Dipstick
by threading it counterclockwise, and
wipe it off with a clean lint free rag.
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7. Add the appropriate type of oil until the
oil level is at the full level. SAE 10W-30
oil is recommended for general use.
Air Filter Element Maintenance
1. Remove the air filter cover and the air filter elements
and check for dirt. Clean as described below.
2. Cleaning:
• For "paper" filter elements:
To prevent injury from dust and debris,
wear ANSI-approved safety goggles,
NIOSH-approved dust mask/respirator, and
heavy-duty work gloves. In a well-ventilated
area away from bystanders, use pressurized
air to blow dust out of the air filter. If this does
not get the filter clean, replace it.
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Note: Do not use gasoline that has been stored in a
metal fuel container or a dirty fuel container. It can
cause particles to enter the carburetor, effecting
engine performance and/or causing damage.
3. If needed, fill the Fuel Tank to about 1 inch
under the fill neck with 87 octane or higher
unleaded gasoline that has been treated with
a fuel stabilizer additive. Follow fuel stabilizer
manufacturer's recommendations for use.
4. Replace the Fuel Cap.
5. Wipe up any spilled fuel and allow excess
to evaporate before starting engine. To
prevent FIRE, do not start the engine while
the smell of fuel hangs in the air.
Note: Do not thread the dipstick in
when checking the oil level.
The SAE Viscosity Grade chart shows other
viscosities to use in different average temperatures.
SAE Viscosity Grades
5W-30
-20 0 20
Average outdoor temperature
8. Thread the dipstick back in clockwise.
CAUTION! Do not run the engine with too little oil.
The engine will be permanently damaged.
• For foam filter elements:
Wash the element in warm water and
mild detergent several times. Rinse.
Squeeze out excess water and allow it to dry
completely. Soak the filter in lightweight oil
briefly, then squeeze out the excess oil.
3. Install the cleaned filter. Secure the
Air Cleaner Cover before use.
30
10W-30
40 60 80 100°F
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