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ENGINE
Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers.
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Fig. 2 Engine Oil Tank and Dipstick
5. To get an accurate oil level reading, wipe the oil from
the dipstick and insert it back into the oil tank. Do not
tighten the dipstick.
6. Remove the dipstick from the tank again and check
the level. The oil level must be in the area between
the MIN and MAX markings on the dipstick (Ref. Fig.
3).
Fig. 3 Dipstick
NOTICE: The lack of oil or a low oil level can dam-
age the engine.
7. If the oil level is below the MIN line, add engine oil
into the dipstick hole until the level is between MIN
and MAX.
NOTICE: Excessive oil can damage the engine.
8. If the oil level is above the MAX line, pump out the
excessive oil with a siphon pump.
9. When the level is correct, replace and tighten the
dipstick.
CHANGING ENGINE OIL AND FILTER
Tool List Qty.
Ratchet ........................................................................1
Socket, 13mm..............................................................1
Universal Strap Wrench...............................................1
Funnel..........................................................................1
Pliers............................................................................1
Oil Drain Pan ...............................................................1
Clean Cloth ..............................................................A/R
Torque Wrench, ft. lbs ..................................................1
For maximum performance and longevity, replace the
engine oil after the first 20 hours of operation. After the
initial oil change, it must be changed. See SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE CHART on page 166. See RECOM-
MENDED LUBRICANTS AND FLUIDS on page 168.
Be aware that engine fluids may be
hot and contact to the skin may
cause severe burns. Wear rubber
gloves to protect skin from exposure to the old oil.
Remove Engine Oil
1. Start the engine and let it to run until it is warm.
2. Turn off the engine.
Wear protective gloves to prevent
scalding from hot engine oil.
3. Remove the engine oil.
a. Put a drain pan under the oil tank.
Fig. 4 Oil Tank Drain Plug and Seal
b. Remove the drain plug and seal (Ref. Fig. 4).
c. Allow the oil to completely drain from the tank
into the pan.
Make sure you remove the correct
(15Amp service) fuse to prevent the
engine from starting. Removing the
wrong relay or fuse can allow the engine to start
when the key is turned.
Dipstick
Oil Tank
Drain Plug
Seal
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