Cub Cadet RZT SX 54 Operation Manual - Page 5

Set-Up 3 Gas & Oil NOTE: The engine is shipped without gasoline and with motor oil in the engine. However, you MUST check the oil level before operating. Be careful not to overfill. Running the engine with insufficient oil can cause serious engine damage and void the engine warranty. • Be careful not to spill fuel when refueling. Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may ignite. If any fuel is spilled, make sure the area is dry before starting the engine. • Avoid repeated or prolonged contact with skin or breathing of vapor. Adding Fuel WARNING! Always keep hands and feet clear of equipment moving parts. Do not use a pressurized starting fluid. Vapors are flammable. Oil Recommendations Before starting engine, check oil level, capacity is 1900 ml/64.25 fl. oz. Refer to viscosity chart in Figure 3-1 for oil recommendations. Do not over-fill. Use a 4-stroke, or an equivalent high detergent, premium quality motor oil certified to meet or exceed U.S. automobile manufacturer's requirements for service classification of a minimum level SJ (higher letter ratings are acceptable such as SL and SM grades). Motor oil will display this designation on the container. SAE 10W-30 is recommended for general, all temperature use. If single viscosity oil is used, select the appropriate viscosity for the average temperature in your area from the chart below. 30 Synthetic 5W-30 10W-30 5W-30 (ºC) -30º -20º -10º 0º 10º 20º 30º 40º (ºF) -20º 0º 15º 30º 50º 70º 85º 105º Figure 3-1 CAUTION: Do not use non-detergent oil or 2-stroke engine oil. It could shorten the engine's service life. NOTE: A 5w30 synthetic oil may be used to improve start ability for cold weather (temperatures below 400 F). Checking Oil Level NOTE: Be sure to check the oil while on a level surface with the engine stopped. 1. Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick and wipe the dipstick clean. 2. Insert the dipstick into the oil filler neck. Turn the dipstick a 1/4 turn into the locked position to fully seat. See Figure 3-2. Upper Level Figure 3-2 3. Remove dipstick to check the oil level. 4. If the level is low, slowly add oil to the upper limit on the dipstick. See Figure 3-2 inset. 5. Reinsert the dipstick and turn to the locked position before starting the engine. NOTE: Do not overfill. Overfilling with oil may cause smoking, hard starting, spark plug fouling, hydraulic lock, or oil saturation of air cleaner. Fuel Requirements CAUTION Operating the engine with E15 or E85 fuel, an oil/ gasoline mixture, dirty gasoline, or gasoline over 30 days old without fuel stabilizing additive may result in damage to your engine's carburetor. Subsequent damage would not be covered under the manufacturer's warranty. Use automotive gasoline (unleaded or low leaded to minimize combustion chamber deposits) with a minimum of 87 octane. Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (E10) or 15% MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) can be used. Never use an oil/gasoline mixture or dirty gasoline. Avoid getting dirt, dust, or water in the fuel tank. DO NOT use E15 or E85 gasoline. WARNING! WARNING! Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain conditions. • Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped. Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the area where the engine is refueled or where gasoline is stored. • Do not overfill the fuel tank. After refueling, make sure the tank cap is closed properly and securely. WARNING! WARNING! An adult should fuel this engine. NEVER allow children to refuel the engine. Gasoline (fuel) vapors are highly flammable and can explode. Fuel vapors can spread and be ignited by a spark or flame many feet away from engine. To prevent injury or death from fuel fires, follow these instructions: • DO NOT use leaded fuel. • Fuel must be fresh and clean. NEVER use fuel left over from last season or stored for long periods. • NEVER mix oil with fuel in this engine. • DO NOT use fuel containing Methanol (Wood Alcohol). NOTE: Before refueling, allow engine to cool two minutes. 1. Clean around fuel fill before removing cap to fuel. 2. Fill tank until fuel reaches 1⁄2 inch below the bottom of the filler neck to allow space for fuel expansion. Be careful not to overfill. 3. Replace the fuel cap and tighten securely. Wipe up spilled fuel before starting engine. If fuel is spilled DO NOT start engine. Move machine away from area of spillage. Avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors are gone. NOTE: For more information regarding fuel, refer to Operator's Manual shipped with machine. 5