HONDA FG110 - Manual (Page 9)

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ENGINE OIL
Oil Recommendations
Oil is a major factor affecting
performance and service life.
Use 4-stroke automotive
detergent oil.
SAE 10W-30 is recommended
for general use. Other
viscosities shown in the chart
may be used when the
average temperature in your
area is within the
recommended range.
The SAE oil viscosity and service category are in the API label on the
oil container. Honda recommends that you use API SERVICE
category SJ or later oil with the API “starburst” certification mark
displayed on the container.
NOTICE
Using nondetergent oil can shorten the engine's service life, and using
2-stroke oil can damage the engine.
Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level before each use, or every 10 hours if
operated continuously. Rest the tiller on a level surface with the
engine stopped.
1. Tip the tiller on its carry handlebar as shown.
2. Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick and wipe it clean.
3. Insert and remove the dipstick without screwing it into the filler
opening. Check the oil level shown on the dipstick.
4. If the oil level is low, fill to the edge of the oil filler hole with the
recommended oil. Avoid overfilling or underfilling, as the oil
capacity is small. Be sure the engine is in a level position, as
shown.
NOTICE
Running the engine with a low oil level can cause engine damage.
This type of damage is not covered by the DISTRIBUTOR’S
LIMITED WARRANTY (page 21).
5. Screw in the oil filler cap/dipstick securely.
Oil Change
Drain the used oil while the engine is warm. Warm oil drains quickly
and completely.
1. Place a suitable container below the engine to catch the used oil.
2. Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick.
3. Tip the tiller to drain the used oil through the oil filler opening. Allow
the used oil to drain completely.
Please dispose of used motor oil in a manner that is compatible
with the environment. We suggest you take used oil in a sealed
container to your local recycling center or service station for
reclamation. Do not throw it in the trash, pour it on the ground, or
pour it down a drain.
4. With the engine resting on the carrying handlebar on a level
surface, fill with the recommended oil to the edge of the oil filler
hole. Do not overfill.
5. Screw in the filler cap/dipstick securely.
OIL FILLER
HOLE
OIL FILLER
CAP/DIPSTICK
CARRYING
HANDLEBAR
OIL LEVEL