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SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
Checking Engine Oil
Be sure engine is upright and level1.
Unscrew oil fill cap from oil filler tube and wipe dipstick clean.2.
Screw oil fill cap back into oil filler tube. Tighten securely.3.
Unscrew and remove oil fill cap from oil filler tube. Note oil level. 4.
If oil reading on dipstick is below “ADD” mark, slowly add oil to
reach “FULL” level. See Figure 13.
Screw oil fill cap back into oil filler tube. Tighten securely.5.
Wipe away any spilled oil.6.
Changing Engine Oil
To avoid engine damage, it is important to:
Check oil level before each use and every eight operating hours.•
Change oil after first 5 to 8 operating hours and every 50 operat-•
ing hours or once a season thereafter.
Place engine level and remove safety key.1.
With engine OFF but still warm, remove oil drain plug and drain oil 2.
into an appropriate receptacle. See Figure 13.
CAUTION
Used oil is a hazardous waste product. Dispose of used oil properly.
Do not discard with household waste. Check with your local authori-
ties or Sears Service Center for safe disposal/recycling facilities.
Reinstall oil drain plug and tighten securely.3.
Refill the engine with recommended oil. See Recommended Oil 4.
Usage chart. The engine’s oil capacity is 20 ounces.
-20 F
O
32 F
O
32 F
O
40 F
O
-20 C
O
20 F
O
40 C
O
30 C
O
20 C
O
10 C
O
0 C
O
-10 C
O
-30 C
O
0 F
O
60 F
O
80 F
O
100 F
O
Recommended Oil Usage
5W-30, 10W-30
Synthetic 5W-30, 10W-30
Wipe away any spilled oil.5.
Checking Spark Plug
Figure 13
FULL
ADD
Maintain oil level
at FULL
Figure 14
Oil FIll
Oil Drain
WARNING
Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, disengage all controls and
stop engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop.
Remove the ignition key to prevent unintended firing of the engine.