DR Power 11.5 FPT - 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 Owner’s
Manual for more detailed oil information.
1. Position the machine so the Engine is level. Remove the Oil Fill/Dipstick
(Figure 5).
2. Initially add 16 oz. of the oil recommended by the Engine Manufacturer.
Wait one minute for the oil to settle.
3. Check the Oil level on the Dipstick as described in the Engine Manual.
4. Continue adding a few ounces of oil at a time, rechecking the level until the
oil reaches the full level as indicated in the Engine Manual. Be careful not to
overfill.
5. Replace the Oil Fill/Dipstick when full.
6. Remove the Fuel Fill Cap and fill the Fuel 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 (Figure 8). Be careful not to overfill and reinstall the Fuel Fill
Cap before starting the Engine. See your Engine Owner’s Manual for more detailed information.
NOTE: To refill the Fuel Tank, turn the Engine OFF, and let the Engine cool at least five minutes before removing the Fuel Fill Cap.
Check the Tire Pressure
Tools Needed:
 Tire Pressure Gauge

Air Compressor or Hand Pump
1. Remove the Valve Stem Protective Cap (Figure 6) and check the Tire
pressure with a Tire Pressure Gauge.
2. Check the manufacturers recommended pressure that is stamped on the
side of the Tire.
3. If the pressure is too low, add air through the Valve Stem with an Air
Compressor or Hand Pump.
4. Replace the Valve Stem Protective Cap when finished.
Do not over inflate the Tires. Inflate to the manufacturers recommended
pressure.
Fuel Fill
Valve Stem
Protective Cap
Figure 6
 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.

To get an accurate reading when checking the oil level:
- The Engine MUST be level.
- Refer to the Engine Manual for detailed information before performing the following procedures.
Fuel Fill
Figure 5
Oil
Fill/Dipstick