Engine Prestart Checks (Kohler-Powered Units) - Miller Bobcat 225 Owner's Manual

5-3. Engine Prestart Checks (Kohler-Powered Units)

Gasoline
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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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Follow run-in procedure in en-
gine manual.
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This unit has a low oil pressure
shutdown switch. However,
some conditions may cause
engine damage before the en-
gine shuts down. Check oil lev-
el often and do not use the oil
pressure shutdown system to
monitor oil level.
Fuel
To help prime the fuel system at ini-
tial start-up, fill tank with fresh fuel
(see maintenance label for specifi-
cations). Always leave filler neck
empty to allow room for expansion.
Check fuel level on a cold engine
before use each day.
Oil
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Do not exceed the "Full" mark
on the oil level dipstick. The
fuel pump may operate errati-
cally if crankcase is overfilled.
After fueling, check oil with unit on
level surface. If oil is not up to full
mark on dipstick, add oil (see main-
tenance label).
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To improve cold weather
starting:
Keep battery in good condition.
Store battery in warm area.
Use correct grade oil for cold
weather.
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