Powerplus POW63755 LAWNMOWER139CC 457MM EN - Manual (Page 12)

POW63755
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CAUTION : DO NOT overfill engine with oil, or it will smoke heavily from the muffler on start-
up
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Re-tighten oil cap securely;
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Wipe clean spilled oil.
Important: Change oil every 50 hours or every season.
9.2 Changing /draining the oil.
The oil drain plug is located under the dipstick, at the base of the engine. (Fig. 12)
Have a container ready to catch the oil.
Remove the drain plug.
Once the oil has been emptied, replace the drain plug.
Make sure that the washer is in place !
To fill proceed as described under 9.1 oil (fill/check).
Start the engine and allow it to run briefly. Stop the engine, wait one minute and check the oil
level. Top up if necessary.
9.3 Draining the fuel tank / carburettor
 Place an approved gasoline container below the carburettor, and use a funnel to avoid
spilling fuel.
 Remove the drain bolt, then move the fuel valve lever to the ON position.
 After all the fuel has drained into the container, reinstall the drain bolt and washer.
 Tighten the drain bolt securely.
9.4 Spark plug (Fig. 13)
Allow the engine to cool down.
Remove the spark plug using the box spanner supplied, clean the plug with a wire brush. Set
the gap to 0.75 mm (0.030") using a feeler gauge.
Refit the spark plug taking care not to overtighten it.
Use only correct type spark plug. For best results, replace the spark plug every 100 hours of
use.
9.5 Lubrication instructions
Caution: disconnect spark plug before servicing.
 WHEELS-Lubricate the ball bearings in each wheel at least once a season with a light oil.
 BLADE CONTROL - Lubricate the pivot points on the start/stop handle of the engine and
the brake cable at least once per season with a light oil. The start/stop handle of the
engine must freely move in both directions.