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Capacities:
5.5 Honda: 0.95 US Gal (3.6 Lts, 0.79 Imp Gal)
9.0 Honda : 1.59 US Gal (6.0 Lts, 1.32 Imp Gal)
3. Engine oil:
Use an SAE 10W30 multi-viscosity oil meeting the
American Petroleum Institute (API) classication
of SF OR SG for normal operating temperatures.
Consult the engine manual for unusual operating
conditions. Do not mix oil types or viscosities.
Crankcase Capacity:
5.5 hp: 0.53 US Qts (0.5 Lts, 0.44 Imp Qts)
9.0 hp: 1.16 US Qts (1.1 Lts, 1.94 Imp Qts)
4. Storing Lubricants and Fluids
Your machine can operate at top eciency only if
clean lubricants are used. Use clean containers to
handle all uids. Store them in an area protected
from dust, moisture and other contaminants.
5.1.2 GREASING
Refer to section 5.1.1 for recommended grease. Use the
Maintenance Checklist provided to keep a record of all
scheduled maintenance.
2. Check the drive belt tension with the clutch
engaged.
Fig. 20 DRIVE BELT TENSION
Clutch Linkage
5.1.3 SERVICING INTERVALS
Daily or 8 Hours
1. Check engine uid levels. Top as required.
a. Check engine oil level. Top up as required.
b. Check fuel level. Add as required.
Fig. 19 ENGINE FLUID LEVELS
WARNING
Machine is shown with engine hood open
for illustrative purposes only. Never oper-
ate with hood open.
a
b
Daily or 8 Hours (cont'd)
3. Grease the drum assembly bear-
ings (2 locations).
Machine
Fig. 21 DRUM ASSEMBLY BEARINGS
4. Grease the clutch linkage shaft
in the power compartment (1
location).
Fig. 22 CLUTCH LINKAGE SHAFT (TYPICAL)