Part III Maintenance
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3-2 Change engine oil
Note: drain engine oil when the machine is stopped but not cooled down so as to guarantee the fast and
thorough exhaust of the oil.
The engine oil of gasoline is the main factor that affects the
performance and life of gasoline. Suggest not using engine
oil containing additive substance and two-stroke engine oil
as they are lack of lubrication, which may shorten the service
life of the gasoline.
Drain the oil while the engine is warm to assure rapid and
complete draining.
1. Clean the area around the oil filler cap/dipstick and oil
drain bolt. Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick.
2. Drain the engine oil into a suitable container using one of the following methods.
Oil drain:
a. Unwind the tube from the cleat
b. Pull hose down from the fitting
c. allow the oil to drain into a suitable container.
d. Replace hose fully
Engine oil capacities: 1.7 L
Use a high-detergent, premium quality 4-stroke engine oil certified to meet or exceed US.
Automobile manufacturers’ requirements for API Service Classification SG, SF.
SAE 15W-40 is recommended for general, all-temperature use. Other viscosities shown in the chart may be
used when the average temperature in your area is within the indicated range.
Oil line
Valve-drain,
oil
Oil filler
cap/dipstick
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