Engine Oil Recommendations; Starting Instructions - Huskee 21-52374 Owner's Manual

STEP 2: The hydraulic reservoir should be filled with an SAE 20 hydraulic oil. If hydraulic oil is difficult to obtain, automatic transmission fluid can
be substituted and should be used instead of hydraulic oil when temperatures are below 32 degrees. Use only clean oil and take care to
prevent dirt from entering the hydraulic reservoir.
CAUTION: WHEN TIGHTENING THE BREATHER CAP ON THE TANK, POINT THE HOLE AWAY FROM THE ENGINE
AND THE OPERATOR ZONE.

ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS

For temperatures above 50 degrees F, use an SAE 30W oil. Using multigrade oil may increase oil consumption. For temperatures below 50
degrees F use and SAE 10W-30 oil. Using SAE 30W oil below 40 degrees F will result in hard starting and possible engine bore damage due to
inadequate lubrication. SAE 10W-30 is recommended for general use. Refer to Honda engine owner's manual. Oil capacity is 0.56 quart
(18 ounces; 0.53 liter).
Always check oil level before starting the engine. Keep oil level at full.
DIRECTIONS FOR FILLING HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
Fill the hydraulic reservoir with at least five gallons of hydraulic fluid. After the hydraulic reservoir and the engine crankcase are filled with oil, start
the engine. The hydraulic pump should prime itself. With the engine running, move the hydraulic valve lever toward the wedge. This will cause the
cylinder to extend and expel air. When the cylinder is fully extended, retract it. Repeat this procedure several times. An erratic movement of the
cylinder indicates that there is still air in the system. More oil should then be added to bring the fluid level up to the "OK" range on the dipstick. Total
hydraulic capacity is 31 quarts. NOTE: If the tank is overfilled, it will tend to expel oil from the breather cap when the cylinder is retracted. After adding more
oil to the tank, cycle the cylinder again until it has a constant speed indicating that all oil has been expelled. Check the oil level in the reservoir again to make
sure it is in the "OK" range.

STARTING INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE: REFER TO HONDA ENGINE OWNER'S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE INFORMATION ON STARTING, MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLE-
SHOOTING.
To Start a Cold Engine
1) Turn the fuel valve to the ON position.
2) Move the choke to the ON position.
3) Move the throttle control to the FAST position.
4) Pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt. Then pull rapidly to start engine.
5) Move the choke lever to the OFF position if it was used to start the engine as soon as it warms up enough and is running smoothly.
6) When engine starts, move the throttle to the FAST position. It is recommmended that the engine be operated in the FAST position for
maximum performance.
To Start a Warm Engine
1) Move the throttle lever to the FAST position.
2) Leave the choke lever in the OFF position.
3) Pull the starter grip until the engine starts.
To Stop the Engine
1) Move the throttle lever to the SLOW position.
2) Move the throttle lever to the STOP position.
3) Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position.
NOTE: The engine maximum governed speed is preset at the factory at 3600 RPM no load speed. When splitting wood, the throttle should be
set at the maximum setting to develop the horsepower required for the pump.
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