HONDA GCV135E - Manual (Page 4)

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PRE-OPERATION CHECK
Engine oil level
Be sure to check the engine on a level surface with the engine
stopped.
Running the engine with insufficient oil can cause serious
engine damage.
Using nondetergent oil or 2-stroke engine oil could shorten the
engine’s service life.
1.
UPPER LIMIT
LOWER LIMIT
OIL FILLER CAP/
DIPSTICK
SAE Viscosity Grades
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE
SAE
TEMP
If the level is low, add the recommended oil to the upper limit on
the dipstick.
Remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick clean.
Insert the dipstick into the oil filler neck, but do not screw it in.
Use Honda 4-stroke, or an equivalent
high detergent, premium quality mo-
tor oil certified to meet or exceed U.S.
automobile manufacturer’s require-
ments for service classification SG, SH.
Motor oils classified SG, SH will show
this designation on the container.
SAE 10W-30 is recommended for gen-
eral, all temperature use. If single vis-
cosity oil is used, select the appropri-
ate viscosity for the average tempera-
ture in your area.
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Air cleaner
Never run the engine without the air cleaner. Rapid engine wear
will result.
2.
ELEMENT
AIR CLEANER COVER
Remove the air cleaner cover and check the cleaner for dirt or
obstruction of the element (page 20 ).