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LUBRICATION
5. Engine oil
Kawasaki Engine
Changing the Engine Oil
The engine oil should be changed for the first
time after 8 hours of operation. Thereafter, it
should be changed every 100 hours.
1. Place the machine on a flat surface.
2. Place a container under the engine where
thehosefromtheoildrainvalveexits.
3. Remove the dipstick and open the drain
valve.
4. Allow the oil to run out into the container.
5. Then close the oil drain valve.
6. Replace the oil filter if necessary.
7. Fill with new engine oil refer to “Checking
theOilLevel”onpage50.
8. Start the engine. Run it for a few seconds
and re-check the oil level.
Checking the Oil Level
Check the oil level in the engine when the
machine is standing level and the engine is
stopped.
Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and then
replace it.
The dipstick should not be screwed into
place.
Take the dipstick out again and read the oil
level.
WARNING!
Engine oil can be very hot if it is
drained directly after stopping
the engine. Allow the engine to
cool somewhat first.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Used engine oil is a health hazard and
must not be disposed of on the ground or
in nature; it should always be disposed
of at a workshop or appropriate disposal
location.
Avoid skin contact; wash with soap and
water in case of spills.
8011-451
Oil drain valve
8011-452
Remove the dipstick