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ENGINE OIL

Recommended Oil

Use 4-stroke motor oil that meets

or exceeds the requirements for

API service classification SH, SJ,

or equivalent. Always check the

API service label on the oil

container to be sure it includes the

letters SH, SJ, or equivalent.

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 indicated range.

Oil Level Check

1. Check the oil with the engine stopped and level.

2. Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick and wipe it clean.

3. Insert the oil filler cap/dipstick into the oil filler neck as shown, but

do not screw it in, then remove it to check the oil level.

4. If the oil level is near or below the lower limit mark on the dipstick,

remove the oil filler cap/dipstick, and fill with the recommended oil

to the upper limit mark. Do not overfill.

5. Reinstall the oil filler cap/dipstick.

Oil Change

Drain the engine oil when the engine is warm. Warm oil drains quickly

and completely.

1. Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position to reduce the possibility of

fuel leakage (see TYPE 1 Step 1 on page 2).

2. Place a suitable container next to the engine to catch the used oil.

3. Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick and drain the oil into the container

by tipping the engine toward the oil filler neck.

Please dispose of used motor oil in a manner that is compatible

with the environment. We suggest you take used oil in a sealed

container to your local recycling center or service station for

reclamation. Do not throw it in the trash, pour it on the ground or

down a drain.

4. With the engine in a level position, fill to the upper limit mark on the

dipstick with the recommended oil (see page 7).

NOTICE

Running the engine with a low oil level can cause engine damage.

5. Reinstall the oil filler cap/dipstick securely.

AIR CLEANER

A dirty air cleaner will restrict air flow to the carburetor and cause poor

engine performance. Inspect the filter each time the engine is

operated. You will need to clean the filter more frequently if you

operate the engine in very dusty areas.

NOTICE

Operating the engine without a filter, or with damaged filter, will allow

dirt to enter the engine, causing rapid engine wear. This type of

damage is not covered under your Distributor’s Limited Warranty (see

page 13).

Inspection

1. Press the latch

tabs on the top of

the air cleaner

cover and remove

the cover. Check

the filter to be sure

it is clean and in

good condition.

2. Reinstall the filter

and air cleaner

cover.

Cleaning

1. Tap the filter several times on a hard surface to remove dirt, or

blow compressed air [not exceeding 30 psi (207 kPa, 2.1 kg/cm²)]

through the filter from the clean side that faces the engine. Never

try to brush off dirt. Brushing will force dirt into the fibers.

2. Wipe dirt from the air cleaner body and cover using a moist rag. Be

careful to prevent dirt from entering the air duct that leads to the

carburetor.

SPARK PLUG

Recommended Spark Plug: NGK BPR6ES

The recommended spark plug is the correct heat range for normal

engine operating temperatures.

NOTICE

Incorrect spark plugs can cause engine damage.

For good performance, the

spark plug must be properly

gapped and free of deposits.

1. Disconnect the cap from

the spark plug, and

remove any dirt from the

spark plug area.

2. Use the proper size spark

plug wrench to remove the spark plug.

3. Inspect the spark plug. Replace it if damaged, badly fouled, if the

sealing washer is in poor condition, or if the electrode is worn.

4. Measure the electrode gap with a

suitable gauge. The correct gap is

0.028 – 0.031 in (0.70 – 0.80 mm).

If adjustment is needed, correct the

gap by carefully bending the side

electrode.

5. Install the spark plug carefully, by

hand, to avoid cross-threading.

6. After the spark plug is seated,

tighten with the proper size spark

plug wrench to compress the washer.

OIL FILLER CAP/DIPSTICK

UPPER

LIMIT

LOWER

LIMIT

(ELECTRIC

START

TYPES)

OIL FILLER NECK

OIL FILLER

CAP/

DIPSTICK

UPPER

LIMIT

(ELECTRIC

START

TYPES)

AIR DUCT

AIR CLEANER BODY

FILTER

AIR

CLEANER

COVER

LATCH TABS

SPARK PLUG

WRENCH

0.70 ~ 0.80 mm

(0.028 ~ 0.031 in)

SEALING

WASHER

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