EarthQuake W1265VCE - Manual (Page 15)

OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
196cc 4-Cycle Engine
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ENGINE MAINTENANCE
LUBRICATION
Choose engine oil that meets or surpasses the latest API service classi-
fication. For temperatures higher than 32º F, use SAE 30 or SAE 10W-30
motor oil. Use SAE 5W-30 or SAE 10W if temperatures are below 32º F.
NOTE: Do not use SAE 10W-40 motor oil.
OIL MAINTENANCE
After the first five hours of operating a new Viper engine the oil should
be replaced, and every 50 hours of operating time thereafter. The oil
should be changed every 25 hours if used under severe conditions,
such as in high temperatures or under heavy loads, otherwise changed
weekly. Check oil periodically; do not overfill!
CHANGING OIL
Be sure the engine is not operating and is located on a level surface
before checking or refilling oil. Engine should be warm for easy removal
of oil.
1. Detach spark plug wire and move away from spark plug. If engine
uses a battery; disconnect at negative terminal. SEE FIGURE 11.
2. Remove oil drain plug and empty oil into suitable oil container. Dis-
pose of oil properly. SEE FIGURE 1.
3. Reinstall drain plug. Remove dipstick (if applicable) or oil fill cap. SEE
FIGURE 2.
4. Fill with appropriate oil to “FULL” or top line of dipstick; otherwise to
top thread of oil fill hole. SEE FIGURE 3(a) & 3(b).
5. Reinsert dipstick or oil fill cap and tighten.
CAUTION !
TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING
AVOID INJURY! ENGINE MUST BE TURNED OFF AND
COOL AND SPARK PLUG WIRE MUST BE REMOVED
FROM SPARK PLUG BEFORE CHECKING AND ADJUST-
ING ENGINE OR EQUIPMENT.
OIL IS HAZARDOUS WASTE
AVOID INJURY! ENGINE OIL IS HAZARDOUS TO YOUR
HEALTH. DISPOSE OF OIL APPROPRIATELY. USE A
SAFE DISPOSAL/RECYCLING CENTER.
FIGURE 11
spark plug
spark plug
wire and
cap
FIGURE 3(a)
FIGURE 3(b)
top thread
upper level
drain plug
oil fill hole
FIGURE 1
dipstick
FIGURE 2