Oil information, Warning – LEHR Eco Trimmer User Manual

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OIL INFORMATION

RECOMMENDED OIL TYPE

Using the proper type and weight of oil in the crankcase

is extremely important. Check the oil before each use

and change the oil regularly. Failure to use the correct oil,

or using dirty oil, can cause premature engine wear and

failure. Use a high-quality SAE 10W-30 weight oil of API

(American Petroleum Institute) service class SF, SG, SH.

ADDING OIL TO THE CRANKCASE
INITIAL USE

NOTE: This unit is shipped without oil. In order to avoid

damage to the unit, put oil in the crankcase before you

attempt to start the unit.

Your unit is supplied with one 1.7 fluid oz. (50 mL) bottle

of SAE 10W- 30 SF, SG or SH oil (Fig. 5).

NOTE: Save the bottle of oil. It can be used to measure

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the correct amount during future oil changes. See

Changing The Oil (p.13).

1. Unscrew the top of the bottle of oil and remove the

seal covering the opening. Replace the top. (Fig. 5).

Fig. 5

4-Cycle Motor Oil

2. Place the unit on a level surface (fig.6).

3. Remove the oil plug / dipstick from the crankcase (Fig.7).
4. Pour the entire bottle of oil into the oil fill hole (Fig. 7).

Oil fill plug/dipstick

Oil Fill Hole

Fig. 7

Check oil before each use and change as needed. Refer

to Changing the Oil (p13).

5. Wipe up any oil that may have spilled and reinstall

the oil plug/dipstick.

WARNING:

Fig. 6

Overfilling crankcase may cause hot oil to drip from
air filter, and smoke to come out from the exhaust.
Check and maintain the proper oil level in the crank
case; it is important and cannot be overemphasized.
Check the oil before each use and change as
needed. See Changing the Oil (p.13).

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