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ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS
Use 4-stroke automotive detergent oil. SAE 10W-30 is recommended for general use. Refer to the SAE Viscosity Grades chart on page 17 of your
engine owner’s manual for average temperature ranges. The engine manufacturer recommends using API SERVICE Category SE or SF oil.
The engine oil capacity is 0.63 US qt. (0.6 L).
Always check oil level before starting the engine. Keep oil level at full.
STARTING INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: REFER TO THE ENGINE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE INFORMATION ON STARTING, MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLE-
SHOOTING.
1) Move the fuel valve lever to the ON position.
2) To start a cold engine, move the choke lever to the CLOSE position.
To restart a warm engine, leave the choke lever in the OPEN position.
3) Move the throttle lever away from the SLOW position, about 1/3 of the way toward the FAST position.
4) Turn the engine switch to the ON position.
5) Pull the starter grip until you feel resistance, then pull briskly. Return the starter grip gently.
6) If the choke lever has been moved to the CLOSE position to start the engine, gradually move it to the OPEN position as the engine
warms up.
7) To stop the engine in an emergency, simply turn the engine switch to the OFF position. Under normal conditions, move the throttle lever
to the SLOW position and then turn the engine switch to the OFF position. Then turn the fuel valve lever to the OFF position.
For further information on starting and stopping the engine, refer to your engine owner’s manual.
NOTE: The engine maximum governed speed is preset at the factory at 3600 RPM no load speed. When splitting wood, the throttle should be
set at the maximum setting to develop the horsepower required for the pump.
CAUTION: DO NOT START OR RUN THE ENGINE BEFORE ADDING OIL IN THE HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR AND OIL IN
THE ENGINE.
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