Walkbehind Snowthrower - Canadiana

OPERATIONCHECK THE OIL (BEFORE STARTING ENGINE)NOTE: The engine was shipped from the factory filled withoil. Check the level of the oil. Add oil as needed.1. Make sure the unit is level. Use a high quality detergent oilclassified “For Service SG, SH, SJ, SL, or higher”.2. Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick (A, Figure 10) and wipe with aclean cloth.3. Insert the oil fill cap/dipstick and turn clockwise to tighten.4. Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick and check the oil.NOTE: Do not check the level of the oil while the engineruns.5. If necessary, add oil until the oil reaches the FULL mark on theoil fill cap/dipstick. Do not add too much oil.6. Tighten the oil fill cap/dipstick securely each time you checkthe oil level.NOTE: Synthetic 5W30 motor oil is acceptable for alltemperatures. DO NOT mix oil with gasoline. See Chart foroil recommendations.* Below 40°F (4°C) the use of SAE 30 will result in hard starting.** Above 80°F (27°C) the use of 10W-30 may cause increased oilconsumption. Check oil level more frequently.FUEL RECOMMENDATIONSFuel must meet these requirements:• Clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline.• A minimum of 87 octane/87 AKI (91 RON). High altitude use,see below.• Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) or up to 15% MTBE(methyl tertiary butyl ether) is acceptable.NOTICE: Do not use unapproved gasolines, such as E85. Donot mix oil in gasoline or modify the engine to run onalternate fuels. This will damage the engine componentsand void the engine warranty.To protect the fuel system from gum formation, mix a fuel stabilizerinto the fuel. All fuel is not the same. If starting or performanceproblems occur, change fuel providers or change brands. Thisengine is certified to operate on gasoline. The emissions controlsystem for this engine is EM (Engine Modifications).High AltitudeAt altitudes over 5,000 feet (1524 meters), a minimum85 octane/85 AKI (89 RON) gasoline is acceptable. To remainemissions compliant, high altitude adjustment is required.Operation without this adjustment will cause decreasedperformance, increased fuel consumption, and increasedemissions. See a Briggs & Stratton Authorized Dealer for highaltitude adjustment information.Operation of the engine at altitudes below 2,500 feet (762 meters)with the high altitude kit is not recommended.ADDING FUELWARNING:Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable andexplosive.Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.When Adding Fuel• Turn engine off and let engine cool at least 3 minutes beforeremoving the fuel cap.• Fill fuel tank outdoors or in well-ventilated area.• Do not overfill fuel tank. To allow for expansion of the fuel, do notfill above the bottom of the fuel tank neck.• Keep fuel away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat, andother ignition sources.• Check fuel lines, tank, cap, and fittings frequently for cracks orleaks. Replace if necessary.• If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before starting engine.1. Clean the fuel cap area of dirt and debris. Remove the fuelcap (G, Engine Controls).2. Fill the fuel tank with fuel. To allow for expansion of the fuel,do not fill above the bottom of the fuel tank neck.3. Reinstall the fuel cap.21