Subaru EX13D - Pre-Operation Checks; Electric Starter Models

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3. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4. ELECTRIC STARTER MODELS
NOTE
Engine shipped from our factory is without oil.
Before starting engine, fi ll with oil. Do not over-fi ll.
1. CHECK ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 󱯐)
Before checking or refi lling engine oil, be sure the engine is
located on stable, level surface and stopped.
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Do not screw the oil gauge into the oil fi ller neck to check oil
level. If the oil level is low, refi ll to the upper level with the
following recommended oil.
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Use 4-stroke automotive detergent oil of API service class
SE or higher grade.
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Select the viscosity based on the air temperature at the
time of operation as shown in the table. (See Fig.󱯐-①)
Oil capacity (Upper level) : (L)
EX13/17/21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.6
EX27/30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.0
EX35/40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2
Explanation of Fig.󱯐-②
❶ Oil Gauge
❷ Upper Level
❸ Lower Level
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For the engine with Oil Bath type air cleaner, fi ll the engine
oil upto the specifi ed level of the oil bath (oil pan).
(See Fig.󱯐-③-❶)
Oil capacity in the Oil Bath (oil pan) :
EX13/17/21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . About 55 mL
2. CHECK FUEL (See Fig. 󱯒)
WARNING
Do not refuel while smoking, near an open fl ame
or other such potential fi re hazards. Otherwise
fi re accident may occur.
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Stop the engine and open the cap.
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Use unleaded automotive gasoline only.
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Unleaded regular/premium or reformulated gasoline
containing no more than 10% Ethanol (E10), or 15%
MTBE may also be used.
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Never use gasoline containing ethanol exceeding 10%,
or MTBE exceeding 15% because engine or fuel system
damage could result.
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Never use stale or contaminated gasoline.
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Use of these non-recommended fuels may result in
reduced performance and/or denial of warranty.
Fuel tank capacity : (L)
EX13 . . . . . . . . 2.3 EX17 . . . . . . . . 3.2
EX21 . . . . . . . . 3.2 EX27 . . . . . . . . 5.6
EX35 . . . . . . . . 6.8 EX40 . . . . . . . . 6.8
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Close the fuel valve before fi lling the fuel tank.
For electric starter operation, proper electric wiring
arrangements are needed before normal engine operation.
1. BATTERY
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Use a battery rated 12V-24AH or larger.
WARNING
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Charge the battery in a fully ventilated location.
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Batteries generate hydrogen gas, which can be
highly explosive. Do not smoke or allow fl ames
or sparks near a battery, especially during
charging.
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Be sure to confi rm Battery polarity. Connect
positive (+) terminal fi rst when mounting
battery, and disconnect negative (
- ) terminal
fi rst when dismounting.
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Battery electrolyte contains sulphuric acid.
Protect your eyes, skin and clothing. In case
of contact, fl ush thoroughly with water and get
prompt medical attention, especially if your
eyes are affected.
2. BATTERY CABLE
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Use a proper cable and ground wire to connect battery.
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For GROUND WIRE, use a fl at braided wire of 20 sq. mm.
or larger sectional area.
LA406 LA406
CABLE
EARTH (GROUND) WIRE
25mm
6.5φ
7φ
6.5φ
Cable length Cable dia.
Wire gauge
AWG
(BS)
BWG
SAE JIS
Less than 1.5m 7.3 mm 1 6 AV15
1.5 m to 2.5 m 8.4 mm 0 4 AV20
2.5 m to 4 m 10.8 mm 3/0 2 AV30
Explanation of Fig.󱯒-①
❶ Maximum Fuel level
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Do not fi ll above the top of the fuel fi lter screen (marked
❶), or the fuel may overfl ow when it heats up later and
expands.
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When fi lling the fuel tank, always use the fuel fi lter screen.
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Reattach the fuel cap by turning clockwise until reaching
the physical stop (about one quarter turn). Do not attempt
to turn past the physical stop or the fuel cap may be
damaged.
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Wipe off any spilled fuel before starting the engine.
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