Engine Prestart Checks - Miller Bobcat 200 Air Pak Owner's Manual

5-4. Engine Prestart Checks

Oil Check
Full
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Check all fluids daily. Engine must be
cold and on a level surface. Unit is
shipped with 10W30 engine oil.
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Fuel
Add fresh fuel before starting engine
the first time (see maintenance label
for specifications). Stop fueling be-
fore reaching the neck. Leave 2 in. of
air space below the neck to allow for
fuel expansion and tilt. This prevents
fuel from entering the engine through
the vapor line. Check fuel level on a
cold engine before use each day. En-
Oil Fill
sure fuel drain holes in side panel are
free of obstructions.
To check fuel level, turn Engine Con-
trol switch to Run/Idle position. Fuel/
hourmeter indicates fuel level in tank.
Engine Oil
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After fueling, check oil with unit on
level surface. If oil is not up to full
mark on dipstick, add oil (see mainte-
nance label).
Use front panel meters to determine
hours until next recommended oil
change.
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Follow run-in procedure in en-
gine manual.
This unit has a low oil pressure
shutdown switch. However,
some conditions may cause en-
gine damage before the engine
shuts down. Check oil level often
and do not use the oil pressure
shutdown system to monitor oil
level.
Do not exceed the "Full" mark on
the oil level dipstick. The fuel
pump may operate erratically if
crankcase is overfilled.
Keep battery in good condition.
Store battery in warm area.
Use correct grade oil for cold
weather.
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