Qualcast XSZ46B-SD - Maintenance and Storage; Preparing to Operate the Lawnmower; Step 1 - Filling with Engine Oil

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Important - Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining
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a) Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition;
b) Never store the equipment with petrol in the tank inside a building where fumes can reach an
open ame or spark;
c) Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure;
d) To reduce the re hazard, keep the engine, silencer, and petrol storage area free of grass,
leaves, or excessive grease;
e) Check the grass bag frequently for wear or deterioration;
f) Replace worn or damaged parts for safety;
g) If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done outdoors.
Maintenance and Storage
Safety Information Preparing to Operate the Lawnmower
Step 1 - Filling with Engine Oil
CAUTION! The following procedures and adjustments must be performed before the engine is
started. Do not attempt to make any of these adjustments while the engine is running.
CAUTION! Always use high quality detergent oil classied SAE30 oil (or equivalent eg 5W 30, often
termed as 4 Stroke lawn mower oil).Never use additives with recommended oil. To prolong the life
of your engine it is important that the oil is changed after the rst 5 hours of use.
CAUTION! To prevent engine damage the engine is shipped without oil or petrol. The engine
must be lled with the correct grade of oil and petrol before starting the engine.
NOTE! Running the engine with a low oil level will cause engine damage. It is recommend that
high detergent, premium quality 4-stroke engine oil used. Using non-detergent oil can shorten the
engine’s service life and using 2-stroke oil will damage the engine.
Check the engine oil level with the engine stopped and the mower on a level surface.
Remove the oil ller dipstick and wipe oil from it with a clean cloth.
Insert the dipstick into the oil ller neck, but do not screw it in.
Then remove the dipstick and check the oil level. The oil level must be between the Min and Max
marks on the dipstick. If near the lower level, ll to upper level with the recommended oil (SAE30or
equivalent). Do not overll. Wipe away any spilt oil.
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