Yep, I'm talking about the engines as well.....check you instruction book for the type of oil....and follow it. Typically engines that do not have oil filters have to use non-detergent oils.
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Yep, I'm talking about the engines as well.....check you instruction book for the type of oil....and follow it. Typically engines that do not have oil filters have to use non-detergent oils.
No filter. My manual recommends the use of a high quality detergent oil classified for service SF, SG, SH, SJ, or higher. Viscosity is determined by the outdoor temperature, with the supplied 30W is good for above +40 degree F. The synthetic 5W30 I use is good between -30 to +110 degrees F.
I've learned something new today.
Back in the day (the 60's) when I had a class in small engine repair, we were told to only use non-detergent.....no filter for the "dirt" to get cleaned out of the oil. Well that has obviously changed. Bottom line, read your manual and use what is recommended for that equipment. I personnally am sold on synthetic....which can be used in small engines.
Back in the day (the 60's) when I had a class in small engine repair, we were told to only use non-detergent.....no filter for the "dirt" to get cleaned out of the oil. Well that has obviously changed. Bottom line, read your manual and use what is recommended for that equipment. I personnally am sold on synthetic....which can be used in small engines.
They were steam engines, right?
Hey, It's always a good idea to double check your work.