Briggs & Stratton 610000 - Manual (Page 6)

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Before Starting
Oil
Capacity
The engine holds approximately 80 oz (2.3 liters).
Oil Recommendation
• Use a high quality detergent oil classified “For
Service SG, SH, SJ, SL” or higher, such as Briggs
& Stratton 30, Part Number 100005 (20 oz) or
100028 (48 oz).
• Do not use special additives.
• Do not mix gasoline with oil.
• Choose a viscosity according to the table.
°
F -20 0 20 40 60 80 100
°
C -30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40
STARTING TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL
CHANGE
*
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SAE Viscosity Grades
* Use of SAE 30 oil below 40 ° F (4° C) will result in
hard starting and possible engine damage due to
inadequate lubrication.
* * The use of non-synthetic multi-viscosity oils
(5W-30, 10W-30, etc.) in temperatures above 40 ° F
(4 ° C) will result in higher than normal oil
consumption. When using a multi-viscosity oil,
check oil level more frequently.
CAUTION
Note: Synthetic oil meeting ILSAC GF-2, API
certification mark and API service symbol (shown
at left) with “SJ/CF ENERGY CONSERVING” or
higher, is an acceptable oil at all temperatures.
Use of synthetic oil does not alter required oil
change intervals.
Adding Oil
1. First add 67 oz (2 liters).
2. Start and run engine at idle for 30 seconds.
See Starting Instructions.
3. Shut engine off and wait 30 seconds.
4. Then add more oil slowly to bring level to FULL
mark on dipstick. DO NOT OVERFILL.
Checking Oil Level
• Check oil level before starting the engine.
• Keep oil level at FULL. Do not overfill.
• Check level daily, or after every eight (8) hours of
operation.
Full Line
Oil Fill
Dipstick
Oil Fill Cap
1. Place engine level and clean around oil filler plug.
2. Remove dipstick and wipe clean with cloth.
3. Push dipstick back in and remove to check oil
level. Oil level should be at FULL line on dipstick.
4. If oil is needed, add slowly.
5. Fill to FULL line on dipstick − re-check.
6. Replace dipstick firmly.
Oil Pressure
If oil pressure drops below 1−4 psi (0.1−0.2 kg/cm @), an oil pressure
switch (if engine is equipped) will either activate a warning device or
stop the engine. Check oil level with dipstick.
If oil level is between ADD and FULL mark on dipstick do not try to
restart engine. Contact an Authorized Briggs & Stratton Service
Dealer. Do not operate engine until oil pressure is corrected.
If oil level is below ADD mark on dipstick, add oil to bring level to
FULL mark. Restart engine and check oil pressure. If pressure is
normal, continue to operate engine.
Note: Oil pressure gauge, if engine is equipped, is supplied by
manufacturer of equipment.