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ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS
Oil is a major factor aecting performance and service life.
Use a standard 4-stroke automotive detergent oil SAE 10W-30, API SE or SF
SAE 10W-30 is recommended for general use. Other viscosities shown in the chart may be used
when the average temperature in your area is within the recommended range.
SAE Viscosity Grades
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE
The SAE oil viscosity and service classication are in the API label on the oil container. We
recommend that you use API SERVICE Category SE or SF oil.
CAUTION: This engine is shipped from factory without oil. Check oil level before starting
engine. If you start the engine without oil, the engine will be damaged beyond repair and will not
be covered under warranty.
Check the engine oil level with the engine stopped and in a level position.
Remove the oil ller cap/ dipstick and wipe it clean.
Insert the oil ller cap/dipstick into the oil ller neck as shown, but do not screw it in, then
remove it to check the oil level.
If the oil level is near or below the lower limit mark on the dipstick, ll with the recommended
oil to the upper limit mark. Do not overll.
Reinstall the oil ller cap/dipstick.
OIL FILLER CAP/DIPSTICK
UPPER
LOWER
Engine oil capacity:
0.60L (0.640 Quarts, 0.16 US Gal, 0.13 Imp Gal)
CAUTION:
Do not overfill. Overfilling with oil may cause:
Smoking, Hard starting, Spark plug fouling, or Oil saturation of air filter.
Used oil should be disposed of properly per your local recycling regulations.