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This engine meets the 1998 and later California emissions
regulations. To ensure that your engine continues to meet
these regulations, refer to the following information and
instructions in this owner’s manual.
HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE
Service on this engine within and after warranty period can
be performed by any authorized service dealer. Service
technicians are factory trained and capable of handling all
service needs.
When contacting an authorized service dealer or the facto-
ry about parts and service, always supply the complete
model number and serial number of your unit as given on its
data decal.
The warranty and replacement parts for this engine are
included in this
Owner's Manual.
When ordering engine components, you must provide
the authorized service dealer with the engine identification
number, which is located on the engine identification decal.
See the illustration below for the location of the decal.
Engine Identification Decal
OIL AND FUEL INFORMATION
NOTE: BE SURE TO READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO START OR
OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT. Using old or improper oil or
fuel can cause engine damage.
CAUTION: Any attempt to crank or start the engine
before it has been properly serviced with the recom-
mended oil may result in engine damage.
RECOMMENDED OIL TYPE
Using the proper type and weight of oil in the crankcase is
extremely important. Check the oil before each use and
change the oil regularly. Failure to use the correct oil, or
using dirty oil, can cause premature engine wear and failure.
The recommended oils include the following:
• During summer months: SAE 10W-30,
• During winter months: SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30. DO NOT USE SAE
10W-40.
The crankcase oil capacity is about 1,650 mL (56 oz) with
the oil filter. Without the filter, the oil capacity is 1,420 mL
(48 oz). Do not use any special additives.
RECOMMENDED FUEL TYPE
Use clean, fresh, regular UNLEADED gasoline with this
engine.
CAUTION: Do not overfill the fuel tank. Always allow
room for fuel expansion.
WARNING: Never fill the fuel tank indoors or when the
engine is running or hot. Do not light a cigarette or
smoke when filling the fuel tank as fire or explosion
may result.
SPECIFICATIONS
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