Lubricating
System
Oil Capacity
Starting
System
Stopping
System
Fuel Type
PTO Shaft
Rotation
Dry Weight
OIL SELECTION
Proper oil selection as well as proper oil level is critical to achieve maximum engine life. Use high detergent, premium quality
motor oil certified for service class SJ that should be designated on the container. SAE 10W-30 is recommended for general,
all temperature use. Use the table below to select the proper oil for the temperature in your area.
Viscosity
-30C/-22F
Single
10W
20W
20
30
40
Multi 20W-40,20W-50
15W-40, 15W-50
10W-40
10W-30
ENGINE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
ITEM
Oil
Air Cleaner
Sediment Cup
Spark Plug
Spark Arrestor
Valve Clearance
Fuel Tank and Strainer
Fuel Line
Notes:
(1) Service more frequently in dusty areas.
(2) Should be serviced by authorized dealer unless owner has proper tools and is mechanically proficient. See engine
Shop Manual for instructions.
0069297
Splash
0.6l (0.63 US qt)
Recoil
Ignition primary circuit ground
Unleaded gasoline (86 pump octane)
Counterclockwise (from PTO side)
15.1kg (33 lb)
-20C/-4F
-10C/14F
Each Use
Check
Change
Check
Clean
Clean
Check-Clean
Clean
Check-Adjust
Clean
Check
0C/32F
10C/50F
First Month
3 Months
Or
20 Hrs
X
X
X
Replace as necessary.
15
20C/68F
30C/86F
6 Months
Or
Or
50Hrs
100Hrs
X
X(1)
X
X
X
English
40C/104F
Every year
Or
300Hrs
X(2)
X(2)