Before Starting The Engine; Check The Oil; Gasoline Requirements; Adding Gasoline - Craftsman 536.270320 - 13.5 HP 30 in. Deck Operator's Manual

OPERATION
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE 2.
3. CHECK THE OIL
NOTE: The engine was shipped from the factory filled with oil
rated 30. Check the level of the oil, Add oil as needed,
1. Make sure the unit is level.
NOTE: Do not check the level of the oil while the engine
runs.
4.
Clean the area around the dipstick. Remove the dipstick. Wipe
the oil from the dipstick.
Insert the dipstick into the oil fill tube. Turn the dipstick clock-
wise until it is tight. Remove the dipstick. Check the oil level on
the dipstick. The oil level must reach the FULL mark on the
dipstick.
If necessary, add oil until the oil reaches the FULL mark on the
dipstick. The quantity of oil needed from ADD to FULL is shown
on the dipstick. Do not add too much oi!.
GASOLINE REQUIREMENTS
All gasoline is not the same. If a starting or performance problem is
encountered after new gasoline has been used, try another service
station or change brands.
Type of gasoline to use
Always use gasoline that meets these requirements:
[] Clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline.
[] A minimun of 87 octane/87 AKI (91 RON). At altitudes over
5,000 feet, see "High-altitude use".
[] Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) or up to 15%
MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether), is acceptable.
[] Use of any gasoline other than those approved above will
void the engine warranty. Some areas require that fuel
pumps be marked if the gasoline contains alcohols or ethers.
If you are not sure if your gasoline contains alcohol or ethers
that are different than those approved above, then check with
the service station operator.
[] Do not modify the engine fuel system or carburetor to run on
alternative fuels.
[] Never mix oil with gasoline.
This engine is designed to operate on gasoline. The emission
control system for this engine is EM (Engine Modifications).
ADD GASOLINE
WARNING: Always use a safety gasoline container.
,_ Do not smoke when adding gasoline to the fuel tank.
Do not add gasoline when you are inside an enclo-
sure. Before you add gasoline, stop the engine and
let the engine cool for several minutes.
1.
2.
Stop the engine. Before you remove gas cap, let the engine
coo! at least 2 minutes.
Fuel Tank
Remove the gas cap. Fill F,,H_
the fuel tank to approxi-
mately 1-1/2 inches below
top of neck to allow for fuel
expansion. Be careful, do
not overfill.
3. Before starting the engine, replace the gas cap.
,_ WARNING: Gasoline i8 flammable. Always use cau-
tion when handling or storing gasoline.
• Turn engine off and let engine cool at least two minutes
before removing the gas cap.
• Do not fill fuel tank while engine i8 running, when it is hot,
or when equipment is in an enclosed area.
• Keep away from open flame or an electrical spark and do
not smoke while filling the fuel tank.
• Never fill the tank completely. Fill the tank to approxi-
mately 1-1/2" below the top of the tank opening to provide
space for expansion of fuel.
• Always fill fuel tank outdoors and use a funnel or spout to
prevent spilling.
• Make sure to wipe up any spilled fuel before stating the
engine.
• Store gasoline in a clean, approved container and keep
the cap in place on the container.
CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or ethanol)
can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation
of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system
of an engine while in storage.
To prevent engine problems with the fuel system, empty the fue!
system before storage of 30 days or longer as follows.
1. Drain the fuel tank.
2. Start the engine. Let the engine run until the fuel lines and the
carburetor are empty.
3. After storage, make sure you use fresh fue!. See the storage
instructions for additional information.
4. Never use engine cleaner or carburetor cleaner in the fuel tank
or permanent damage can occur.
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