Troy-Bilt 5024 - Manual (Page 18)

WARNING! To prevent accidental start-up, shut off
the engine and remove the ignition key before
performing any type of engine maintenance.
Periodic inspection and adjustment of the engine is essential
if high level performance is to be maintained. Regular
maintenance will also ensure a long service life. The required
service intervals and the type of maintenance to be performed
are described in the table below. Follow the hourly or calendar
intervals, whichever occur first. More frequent service is required
when operating in adverse conditions.
Maintenance Schedule
Changing Engine Oil
NOTE: Check the oil level before each use and after every five
hours of operation to be sure correct oil level is maintained. Refer
to Checking Oil Level in the Operation section
Drain fuel from tank by running engine until the fuel tank is
empty. Be sure fuel fill cap is secure.
Place suitable oil collection container under oil drain plug.
Remove oil drain plug, Figure 7-1.
Tip engine to drain oil into the container. Used oil must be
disposed of at a proper collection center.
Reinstall the drain plug and tighten it securely.
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Oil Drain Plug
Oil Drain
Figure 7-1
Refill with the recommended oil and check the oil level,
refer to Operation section for instructions.
Reinstall the oil filler cap/dipstick securely.
CAUTION: Thoroughly wash your hands with soap
and water as soon as possible after handling
used oil.
NOTE: Please dispose of used motor oil in a manner that is
friendly to the environment. Take it to a recyling center or other
collection center.
Oil Recommendations
When adding oil to the engine, refer to viscosity chart below.
Engine oil capacity is 600 ml (approx. 20 oz.). Do not over-fill.
Use a 4-stroke, or an equivalent high detergent, premium
quality motor oil certified to meet or exceed U.S. automobile
manufacturer’s requirements for service classification SG, SF.
Motor oils classified SG, SF will show this designation on the
container.
-30º -20º -10º 0º
0º 20º 40º -20º
5W-30
0W-30
-40º
Synthetic
-30º -20º -10º 0º
0º 20º 40º -20º
5W-30
0W-30
-40º
Synthetic
CAUTION: DO NOT use nondetergent oil or 2-
stroke engine oil. It could shorten the engine’s
service life.
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Tasks First 5 Hrs. Each Use or
Every 5 Hrs.
Every Season
or 25 Hrs.
Every Season
or 50 Hrs.
Every Season
or 100 Hrs.
Service Dates
Check engine oil
Change engine oil
Check spark plug
Service spark plug
Clean exhaust area
Engine Maintenance
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