Don't listen to that guy, he just wants to be a hero for Briggs and sell their products. Any reputable brand 30W oil is fine for a four-stroke motor where you don't mix the fuel with oil. If you have a machine that runs on mix, I suggest STIHL HP Super. It's semi-synthetic and one of the best oils on the market for two-cycle engines of ANY manufacturer. And ALWAYS use fresh, premium gas for the best running, longest-lasting engines.
Hi, When you run a small engine it will need a thinner oil. Especially if you run it in a colder climate. Here are the basic rules when it comes to oil:
If you just bought a new mower or other piece of equipment, add oil before you start the engine. These products are shipped without oil. Even if the product is delivered to your home fully assembled, check to be sure the engine contains the right amount of oil.
Check the oil in your mower, pressure washer, portable generator or other outdoor power equipment each time you use it. Do this when the engine is cool. If the equipment has a dip stick, pull it out and wipe it off, then reinsert it all the way and pull it out again to check the oil level.
You should change the engine oil in your outdoor power equipment after 25 hours of use. If you are working under dusty, hot conditions, change the oil more frequently.
Don't overfill the crankcase when adding oil. Too much oil can damage the engine.
Briggs & Stratton offers oil specially formulated for your mower and other equipment. Our 100% synthetic oil is an all-season oil blended for all small engines. Briggs & Stratton Lawn Mower Oil is formulated for 4-cycle air-cooled engines, and 2-Cycle Ashless Oil is a premium ashless oil with gas stabilizer made for use in 2-cycle air-cooled engines.
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Don't listen to that guy, he just wants to be a hero for Briggs and sell their products. Any reputable brand 30W oil is fine for a four-stroke motor where you don't mix the fuel with oil. If you have a machine that runs on mix, I suggest STIHL HP Super. It's semi-synthetic and one of the best oils on the market for two-cycle engines of ANY manufacturer. And ALWAYS use fresh, premium gas for the best running, longest-lasting engines.
Hi, When you run a small engine it will need a thinner oil. Especially if you run it in a colder climate. Here are the basic rules when it comes to oil:
- If you just bought a new mower or other piece of equipment, add oil before you start the engine. These products are shipped without oil. Even if the product is delivered to your home fully assembled, check to be sure the engine contains the right amount of oil.
- Check the oil in your mower, pressure washer, portable generator or other outdoor power equipment each time you use it. Do this when the engine is cool. If the equipment has a dip stick, pull it out and wipe it off, then reinsert it all the way and pull it out again to check the oil level.
- You should change the engine oil in your outdoor power equipment after 25 hours of use. If you are working under dusty, hot conditions, change the oil more frequently.
- Don't overfill the crankcase when adding oil. Too much oil can damage the engine.
- Briggs & Stratton offers oil specially formulated for your mower and other equipment. Our 100% synthetic oil is an all-season oil blended for all small engines. Briggs & Stratton Lawn Mower Oil is formulated for 4-cycle air-cooled engines, and 2-Cycle Ashless Oil is a premium ashless oil with gas stabilizer made for use in 2-cycle air-cooled engines.
And Just what are you doing advertising for Stihl.