Qualcast QSPP46 Instruction Manual

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14Preparing to operate the lawn mowerFilling with engine oilIMPORTANT!The following procedures and adjustments must be performed before the engineis started. Do not attempt to make any of these adjustments while the engine isrunning.This engine is shipped without oil or petrol; any oil residue is from testing prior to shipping.The engine must be filled with the correct grade of and petrol before starting the engine.Running the engine with a low oil level will cause irreparable engine damage.Always use high-quality detergent oil classified SAE 30 (or equivalent, e.g. 5W 30, oftentermed as 4-stroke lawn mower oil). Only use additives recommended by the enginemanufacturer. To prolong the life of your engine, it is important that the oil is changed afterthe first 5 hours of use.Check the engine oil level with the engine stopped and the mower on a level surface.1. Remove the oil filler dipstick and wipe oil from it with a clean cloth.2. Insert the dipstick into the oil filler neck, and screw it in.3. Then remove the dipstick and check the oil level. The oil level must be between theMin. and Max. marks on the dipstick. If near the lower level, fill to the upper level withthe recommended oil (SAE 30 or equivalent). Do not overfill. Wipe away any spilt oil.min max4. Before using for the first time, add 0.5 litres of oil (SAE 30).