Checking And Filling Fuel; Engine Oil Change; Air Filter Element Maintenance - Predator 68525 Owner's Manual

Checking and Filling Fuel

WARNING! TO PREVENT SERIOUS
INJURY FROM FIRE:
Fill the fuel tank in a well-ventilated area
away from ignition sources. If the engine is
hot from use, shut the engine off and wait
for it to cool before adding fuel.
Do not smoke.
1. Clean the Fuel Cap and the area around it.
2. Unscrew and remove the Fuel Cap.
3. If needed, fill the Fuel Tank with 87
octane or higher unleaded gasoline.

Engine Oil Change

CAUTION! Oil is very hot during operation and can
cause burns. Wait for engine to cool before changing oil.
1. Make sure the engine is stopped and is level.
2. Close the Fuel Valve.
3. Place a drain pan (not included) underneath
the crankcase's drain plug.
4. Remove the drain plug and, if possible,
tilt the crankcase slightly to help drain
the oil out. Recycle used oil.
5. Replace the drain plug and tighten it.
6. Clean the top of the Dipstick and the area around it.
Remove the Dipstick by threading it counterclockwise,
and wipe it off with a clean lint free rag.

Air Filter Element Maintenance

1. Remove the air filter cover and the air
filter elements and check for dirt. Clean
or replace as described below.
Item 68525 / 68530
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Note: Do not use gasoline containing more than
10% ethanol (E10). Do not use E85 ethanol.
Note: Do not use gasoline that has been stored in a
metal fuel container or a dirty fuel container. It can
cause particles to enter the carburetor, effecting
engine performance and/or causing damage.
4. Replace the Fuel Cap.
5. Wipe up any spilled fuel and allow excess
to evaporate before starting engine. To
prevent FIRE, do not start the engine while
the smell of fuel hangs in the air.
Full level
7. Add the appropriate type of oil until the
oil level is at the full level. SAE 10W-30
oil is recommended for general use.
Note: Do not thread the dipstick in
when checking the oil level.
The SAE Viscosity Grade chart shows other
viscosities to use in different average temperatures.
SAE Viscosity Grades
5W-30
-20 0 20
Average outdoor temperature
8. Thread the dipstick back in clockwise.
CAUTION! Do not run the engine with too little oil.
The engine will be permanently damaged.
2. Wash the element in warm water and mild detergent
several times. Rinse. Squeeze out excess water
and allow it to dry completely. Soak the filter in
lightweight oil briefly, then squeeze out the excess oil.
3. Install the new filter or the cleaned filter.
Secure the Air Cleaner Cover before use.
Full level
30
10W-30
40 60 80 100°F
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