Engines are shipped without oil. Before starting the engine, fill with oil. Do not over-fill

Use a high quality detergent oil classified "for service SF, SG, SH, SJ or higher such as Morris Ground Force SAE 30

If using a multigrade oil, refer to the Briggs and stratton engine booklet supplied with your mower to determine the correct viscosity oil

Checking oil level.

Place mower on level ground and clean around oil filler. Remove dipstick, wipe with clean cloth, insert and tighten down again. Remove dipstick and check oil level. Oil should be at full mark.

If oil is required, add slowly. Tighten dipstick firmly before starting engine.

Do not overfill. Overfilling with oil may cause: Smoking, hard starting, spark plug fouling, oil saturation of air filter