SAE 30 - Below 40 °F (4 °C) the use of SAE 30 will result in hard starting.A
10W-30 - Above 80 °F (27 °C) the use of 10W-30 may cause increased
oil consumption. Check oil level more frequently.
B
5W-30C
Synthetic 5W-30D
Vanguard™ Synthetic 15W-50E
*Below 40°F (4°C) the use of SAE 30 will result in hard starting
.
**Above 80°F (27°C) the use of 10W-30 may cause increased oil consumption.
Check oil level more frequently.
1. Place the tractor on a level surface (Figure 4).
2. Stop the engine and remove the key.
3. Clean the oil fill area of any debris.
4. Remove the dipstick and wipe with a clean cloth.
5. Fully insert the dipstick.
6. Remove the dipstick (A, Figure 5) and check the oil level.
It should be at the FULL mark (B) on the dipstick.
7. If FULL, insert the dipstick and tighten securely.
8. If LOW, add oil slowly into the engine oil fill tube (C ) . Do
not overfill. After adding oil, wait one minute, then recheck
the oil level.
Note:
Do not add oil at the quick oil drain (if equipped).
9. Replace and tighten the dipstick.
Oil Pressure
If the oil pressure is too low, a pressure switch (if equipped)
will either stop the engine or activate a warning device on the
equipment. If this occurs, stop the engine and check the oil
level with the dipstick.
If the oil level is below the ADD mark, add oil until it reaches
the FULL mark. Start the engine and check for proper pressure
before continuing to operate.
If the oil level is between the ADD and FULL marks, do not
start the engine. Contact an authorized dealer to have the oil
pressure problem corrected.
Add Fuel
Fuel must meet these requirements:
• Clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline.
• A minimum of 87 octane / 87 AKI (91 RON). For high
altitude use, see below.
• Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) is acceptable.
NOTICE
Do not use unapproved gasolines, such as E15
and E85. Do not mix oil in gasoline or modify the engine to
run on alternate fuels. Use of unapproved fuels will cause
damage to engine components, which will not be covered
under warranty.
To protect the fuel system from gum formation, mix a fuel
stabilizer into the fuel. See Storage. All fuel is not the same. If
starting or performance problems occur, change fuel providers
or change brands. This engine is certified to operate on gasoline.
The emissions control system for this engine is EM (Engine
Modifications).
High Altitude requirements:
• At altitudes over 5,000 feet (1524 meters), a minimum 85
octane / 85 AKI (89 RON) gasoline is acceptable.
• For carbureted engines, high altitude adjustment is required
to remain emissions compliant. Operation without this
adjustment will cause decreased performance, increased
fuel consumption, and increased emissions. Contact a
Briggs & Stratton Authorized Service Dealer for high altitude
adjustment information.
• Operation of the engine at altitudes below 2,500 feet (762
meters) with the high altitude adjustment is not
recommended.
• For Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) engines, no high altitude
adjustment is necessary.
WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive.
Always handle fuel with extreme care.
Failure to observe these safety instructions can cause fire or
explosion which could result in severe burns or death.
When Adding Fuel
• Turn engine off and let engine cool at least 3 minutes
before removing the fuel cap.
• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other souces
of ignition.
• Fill fuel tank outdoors or in well-ventilated area.
• Do not overfill fuel tank. To allow for expansion of the fuel,
do not fill above the bottom of the fuel tank neck.
• Keep fuel away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights,
heat, and other ignition sources.
• Check fuel lines, tank, cap, and fittings frequently for
cracks or leaks. Replace if necessary.
• If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before starting engine.
• Use only an approved fuel container.
1. Clean the fuel cap area of dirt and debris.
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