1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug. Secure
spark plug wire away from spark plug.
2. Move fuel shut-off lever (N) to the closed position.
3. Remove sediment bowl (R), rubber seal (Q) and fuel
filter (P).
4. Check fuel filter for dirt or debris; clean or replace as
necessary.
5. Install cleaned or new fuel filter, rubber seal, and
sediment bowl onto carburetor. Torque sediment bowl
to the value listed in
Section 13 - Engine
Specifications
.
6. Connect spark plug wire to spark plug.
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Change Oil
WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and
explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.
Running engines produce heat. Engine parts,
especially muffler, become extremely hot.
Severe thermal burns can occur on contact.
• If you drain the oil from the oil fill hole (not
recommended), the fuel tank must be empty or fuel can
leak out and result in a fire or explosion.
• Allow muffler, engine cylinder and fins to cool before
touching.
CAUTION
Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact with used motor
oil.
• Used motor oil has been shown to cause skin cancer
in certain laboratory animals.
• Thoroughly wash exposed areas with soap and water.
Used oil is a hazardous waste product and must be
disposed of properly. Do not discard with household waste.
Check with your local authorities, service center, or dealer
for safe disposal/recycling facilities.
• Place engine level.
• Clean the oil fill area of any debris.
• See
Section 13 - Engine Specifications
for oil
capacity.
1. With engine off but still warm, disconnect the spark plug
wire and keep it away from the spark plug.
2. Clean area around oil fill. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick
(A) and wipe with a clean cloth (B).
3. Remove one of the oil drain plugs located at the base
of the engine (C). Drain the oil into an approved
container.
4. Reinstall the oil drain plug and torque to the
recommended value listed in
Section 13 - Engine
Specifications.
5. Slowly pour fresh oil of proper weight and classification
into the oil fill opening (D). Pause to permit oil to settle.
Insert the dipstick; do not turn or tighten.
6. Remove dipstick and wipe clean. Reinsert dipstick but
do not screw it in. Remove dipstick and check the oil
level (E). It should be within the hatch area on the
dipstick. DO NOT overfill.
7. Reinstall dipstick and tighten hand tight.
8. Wipe up any remaining oil.
9. Reconnect the spark plug wire to the spark plug.
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