DR 16.5 - Page 16

16 DR
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SELF-FEEDING CHIPPER
 You must add oil before starting the engine. This machine is shipped without oil. Traces of oil may be in the reservoir from
factory testing, but you must add oil before starting the engine. Fill the reservoir slowly checking the dipstick frequently to
avoid overfilling.
 To get an accurate reading when checking the oil level:
- The machine should be on a level surface.
- The dipstick should be pushed all the way down and turned a quarter turn clockwise (16.5) or screwed fully in (21.0 Model)
to ensure an accurate oil level reading.
Adding Engine Oil and Gasoline
Capacities
Engine See engine owners manual
Fuel Tank Unleaded gasoline, 4 US quarts (3.79 L)
Tip: To avoid confusion, we recommend leaving the caps on the gas and oil fills until you are ready to pour either gasoline or oil
into the correct fill.
Note: Use SAE 30 high detergent oil classified “For Service SF, SG, SH, SJ” or higher. Do not use special additives. Other types of oil
could cause problems operating your machine. Please refer to your Engine Owner’s Manual for detailed oil information.
Adding Oil
1. Place the machine on a level surface and remove the Dipstick (clean
the end of the Dipstick with a rag) (Figure 21a and 21b).
2. Machines are shipped with no oil. Add 1/2 of the SAE 30 high
detergent oil recommended by the engine manufacturer and wait one minute
for the oil to settle.
3. Replace the Dipstick all the way in and turn a quarter turn clockwise
(16.5) or screw fully in (21.0) to ensure an accurate reading and then remove it
to check the oil level.
Figure 21a: 16.5 Model
Oil Check/Fill
Gas Fill Cap
Figure 21b: 21.0 Model
Gas Fill Cap
Oil Check/ Fill