Husqvarna SG 13 B Operator's Manual

LUBRICATION44 - HUSQVARNAEngine OilThe engine should be warm (but not hot) whenchanging the oil. Warm oil flows out faster and leavesa smaller quantity of old oil inside the engine.Place a suitable container underneath the oil1.drainage screw. Remove the oil dipstick and the oildrainage screw on the back surface of the engine.Tip: Make a channel using a piece of cardboardto lead the oil directly into the container to avoidsoiling the machine chassis.Allow the engine oil to drain into the container;2.then replace the drainage screw. Tighten itmoderately.Make sure the machine is parked on flat ground.3.Fill with new oil using the appropriate viscosityaccording to the diagram, API Service SF-SG,to the upper level mark on the dipstick = threadson the oil dipstick. The engine takes 1.16 qts.(1.1 liters) of oil. When checking the oil level, thedipstick should not be screwed in.Check that the rubber gasket is in position and4.screw the dipstick back into place. DO NOTtighten it askew or too hard or you may damagethe threads.Wipe up any spilled oil.5.8060-0288011-046IMPORTANT INFORMATIONUsed engine oil is a health hazard andlegislation prohibits disposal on the groundor in nature; it should always be disposedof at a workshop or appropriate disposallocation. Avoid skin contact; wash with soapand water in case of spills.WARNING!Engine oil can be very hot if it isdrained directly after stopping themachine. Allow the engine to cool forapproximately 2 minutes.8011-187