DR Power Lawn Aerator - Manual (Page 9)

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Adding Oil and Gasoline
Engine Oil SAE 30: above 50 degrees F; 10w-30: 10-90 degrees F; 5w-30:
30 degrees F or below
Fuel Unleaded gasoline
NOTE: Use only the recommended high detergent engine oil. Other types of oil
could cause problems operating your machine. Please refer to your Engine
Operator’s Manual for detailed oil information including capacities.
1. Position the machine so the Frame and Engine are level. Remove the Oil Fill/Dipstick (Figure 6) and clean the end of it with a
rag.
2. Machines are shipped with no oil. Initially add 16 oz. of the oil recommended by the Engine Manufacturer. Wait one minute for
the oil to settle.
3. Replace the Dipstick and screw it in to ensure an accurate reading and then remove it to check the oil level (clean the Dipstick
with the rag after checking).
4. Continue adding a few ounces of oil at a time, rechecking the Dipstick until the oil reaches the fill mark. Be careful not to
overfill.
5. Replace the Dipstick and screw it in when full.
6. Remove the Gas Fill Cap and fill the Gas Tank with fresh, unleaded gas (with a minimum of 85 Octane) to approximately 1" to
1-1/2" below the top of the fill neck to allow for fuel expansion. Be careful not to overfill and reinstall the Gas Fill Cap before
starting the engine. See your Engine Operator’s Manual for more detailed information.
NOTE: To refill the gas tank, turn the engine OFF and let the engine cool at least five minutes before removing the gas fill cap.
Connecting the Battery Wire (Electric-Start Models Only)
We ship all Electric-Starting systems with the Negative Battery Terminal Wire
disconnected. This prevents the Battery from discharging during shipment.
Tools and Supplies Needed:
 Wire Cutters
1. Cut the Cable Tie to release the Keys and negative Battery Wire (Figure 7).
2. Connect the Negative Wire (green) onto the negative Battery Lug (marked
black).
Oil Fill/Dipstick
Figure 6
Full Low
Gas Fill Cap
Battery
Figure 7
Negative
Terminal
Keys
Negative
Wire
Cable
Tie
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You must add oil before starting the engine. This machine is shipped
without oil. Traces of oil may be in the reservoir from factory testing, but
you must add oil before starting the engine. Fill the reservoir slowly,
checking the level frequently to avoid overfilling.
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To get an accurate reading when checking the oil level:
- The Frame and Engine must be level.
- The dipstick should be screwed down to ensure an accurate oil level
reading.