Pre-Operation Checks - Honda HRA216 Owner's Manual

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4. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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1. Check the engine oil level.
CAUTION:
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Engine oil is a major factor affecting engine performance and service life.
Non-detergent and 2-stroke engine oils are not recommended.
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Running the engine with insufficient oil can cause serious engine
damage.
Use Honda-4-stroke, or an equivalent high detergent, premium quality
motor oil certified to meet or exceed U.S. automobile manufacturer's re-
quirements for service classification SE or SF (Motor oils classified SE or SF
will show this designation on the container).
SAE low-40 is recommended for general, all temperature use. If single
viscosity oil is used, select the appropriate viscosity for the average
temperature in your area.
a. Place the mower on a level surface.
b. Remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick clean.
c. Insert the dipstick into the oil filler neck, but do not screw it in.
d. Check the oil level shown on the dipstick. If near the lower level, fill to
the upper level with the recommended oil.
UPPER OIL
LEVEL
-20 0 20 40 60 80
100°F
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-30
-20 -10 0 10 20 30 40°C
LOWER OIL
LEVEL
10