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5.
Tip the machine onto its side, with the dipstick
down, to drain the used oil out through the oil
fill tube.
6.
Return the machine to the operating position.
7.
Slowly pour oil into the oil fill hole, wait 3
minutes, and check the oil level on the dipstick
by wiping the dipstick clean and then inserting,
but not screwing in, the oil fill cap into the hole.
Note:
Max. fill: 0.59 l (20 oz.), type: SAE
10W-30 non-synthetic engine oil with an API
series classification of SJ or higher.
Note:
Fill the engine crankcase with oil until
the dipstick indicates that the engine oil level is
correct as shown in
the engine with oil, remove the excess oil as
directed in 5.
1. The oil level is at its
maximum.
2. The oil level is too
high—remove oil from
the crankcase.
8.
Install the dipstick and hand tighten it securely.
9.
Dispose of the used oil properly at a local
recycling center.
Servicing the Spark Plug
Service Interval: Every 100 hours
Check the spark plug after every 100 operating hours.
Use an Champion RN9YC spark plug or equivalent.
1.
Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts
to stop.
2.
Disconnect the wire from the spark plug.
3.
Clean around the spark plug.
4.
Remove the spark plug from the cylinder head.
(Figure
20). If you overfill
Figure 20
3. The oil level is too
low—add oil to the
crankcase.
Important:
dirty spark plug. Do not clean the electrodes
because grit entering the cylinder can
damage the engine.
5.
Set the gap on the plug to 0.76 mm (0.030 inch)
(Figure
21).
1. Center electrode insulator
2. Side electrode
3. Air gap (not to scale)
6.
Install the spark plug and the gasket seal.
7.
Torque the plug to 20 N-m (15 ft-lb).
8.
Connect the wire to the spark plug.
Replacing the Blade
Service Interval: Yearly
Important:
You will need a torque wrench to
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install the blades properly. If you do not have a
torque wrench or are uncomfortable performing
this procedure, contact an Authorized Service
Dealer.
Examine the blades whenever you run out of gasoline.
If the blade is damaged or cracked, replace it
immediately. If the blades edges are dull or nicked,
have them sharpened or replaced.
WARNING
The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can
result in serious personal injury.
• Disconnect the wire from the spark plug.
• Wear gloves when servicing the blade.
1.
Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark
plug. Refer to Preparing for Maintenance.
2.
Tip the machine onto its side, with the air filter
up.
3.
Use a block of wood to hold the blade steady.
4.
Remove the blade (turn the blade bolt
counterclockwise), saving all the mounting
hardware.
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Replace a cracked, fouled, or
Figure 21
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