Use and Care Manual

Tsurumi’s Operation, Service, and Repair Manual

Operating Instructions

3-4 Check Engine Oil Grade

CAUTION: ENGINE OIL IS A MAJOR FACTOR AFFECTING PERFORMANCE AND SERVICE LIFE.

NON-DETERGENT OILS AND TWO-STROKE OILS ARE NOT RECOMMENDED BECAUSE

THEY HAVE INADEQUATE LUBRICATING CHARACTERISTICS

CAUTION: CHECK THE OIL LEVEL WITH THE ENGINE ON A LEVEL SURFACE AND THE ENGINE

STOPPED.

(1) Use Honda 4-stroke oil, or use 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.

(2) SAE 10W30 is recommended for general, all-temperature use.

(3) Other viscosity grades shown in Figure 3-5 may be used when the average temperature in your

area is within the indicated range.

Figure 3-5: Oil Viscosity Grade-to-Temperature Recommendations

3-5 Check Engine Oil Level

(1) When checking oil, observe the following (see Figure 3-6):

(e) Make sure the engine is in a level position.

(f) Remove the oil filler cap / dipstick and wipe it clean.

(g) Insert the filler cap / dipstick into the oil filler neck, but do not screw it in.

(h) Remove the filler cap/dipstick and check the oil level.

(i) If the level is low, fill to the top of the oil filler neck with the recommended oil.