Owner’s Manual for Snow Blower 11
General Information and Setup
20. See Figure 2-18. Install cable ties (K) to secure
wire harness (L) to handlebar. Verify cables are not
on
top of handlebar, where they can interfere with
starter pull cord (M). Wear eye protection when
cutting excess ends of cable ties using wire cutters.
Figure 2-18. Install Cable Ties
Checking Tire Pressure
Proceed as follows to check tire pressure:
1. See Figure 2-19. Remove valve stem protective
cap (A) and check tire pressure with a tire pressure
g
auge.
Figure 2-19. Checking Tire Pressure
2. Com
pare tire pressure reading with manufacturer's
recommended tire pressure stamped on the side of
the tire.
3. If
tire pressure is too low, add air through valve
stem with an air hose.
4. Re
place valve stem protective cap when finished.
Adding Oil and Fuel
Engine Fluid Requirements
Engine Oil*
Above -30 °F (-34 °C): 5W-30 or 0W-30
-13 °F (-25 °C) or below: 0W-30
Fuel Unleaded gasoline. Minimum 85 octane rating.
* Use only high detergent oil classified “For service SF, SG, SH,
SJ” o
r higher. Do not use special additives. See engine
owner’s manual for detailed engine information, including oil
and fuel quantities and cold temperature oil specifications.
Adding Engine Oil
WARNING
(000341)
Fire and explosion risk. Keep spark and flame
away from liquid and vapor. Do not smoke while
using. Doing so could result in death, serious
injury, or equipment damage.
(000210)
WARNING
Skin irritation. Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with
used motor oil. Used motor oil has been shown to cause
skin cancer in laboratory animals. Thoroughly wash
exposed areas with soap and water.
(000135)
Engine damage. Verify proper type and quantity of
engine oil prior to starting engine. Failure to do so
could result in engine damage.
CAUTION
(000419)
CAUTION
Personal injury. Wear appropriate personal protective
equipment at all times while operating and servicing
unit. Failure to do so could result in personal injury.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The unit is shipped without oil in
engine. Traces of oil may be in reservoir from factory
testing. Oil must be added prior to initial operation.
Use only the recommended high detergent engine
oil. See Engine Fluid Requirements.
Proceed as follows to add engine oil:
1. Place un
it on a firm, level surface. Verify engine is
cooled.
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