MTD 2M1 Operator's Manual page 8

Adding Fuel
WARNING!
gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the
vapors are explosive. Never fuel the machine
indoors or while the engine is hot or running.
Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other
sources of ignition.
WARNING!
equipment moving parts. Do not use a pressurized
starting fluid. Vapors are flammable.
1. Remove the gas cap, check the fuel level and add fuel if
necessary.
Adding Oil
CAUTION:
engine. You must fill the engine with oil before
operating. Running the engine with insufficient oil
can cause serious engine damage and void the
engine warranty.
1. Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick and wipe the dipstick
clean. See Fig. 3-3.
Upper Level
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Use extreme care when handling
Always keep hands and feet clear of
The engine is shipped without oil in the
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2. Slowly add oil until the oil level registers between high
(H) and low (L), Fig. 3-4. Refer to the Engine Maintenance
section for the correct oil viscosity and engine oil capacity.
Figure 3-4
NOTE: Do not overfill. Overfilling the engine with oil may
result in the engine smoking, hard starting or spark plug
fouling.
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L