Pre-Operation Checks - Honda UMK450T Owner's Manual

5. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

For safe and efficient trimming, always conduct a pre-operation checks.
Perform the pre-operation checks on a firm, level surface with the blade
stopped and make sure that the engine switch is in the OFF position.
Before each use, look around and underneath the engine for signs of oil
or gasoline leaks.
1.Check the engine oil level
CAUTION:
Running the engine with low oil level will cause serious engine damage.
1.Place the grass/weed trimmer on a level surface and remove the oil
filler cap.
2.Check the oil level: it should reach to the edge of the oil filler neck,
and check the engine oil for contamination and deterioration.
3.If the oil level is low, fill with the recommended oil (see page 21) to
the upper limit (edge of the oil filler neck).
If the oil is contaminated or deteriorated, replace it (see page 48).
4.Install the oil filler cap.
Every 10 hours, check the engine oil level and replenish oil up to the
top of the oil filler neck if the engine is operated for more than 10 hours
continuously.
OIL FILLER NECK
UPPER LIMIT
(edge of the
oil filler neck)
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ENGINE OIL
FILLER CAP
UPPER LIMIT