How do I change the oil in my lawn mower?

How often should you change your lawn mower oil?

To ensure the best lawnmower performance, oil should be changed within 5 hours of purchase. Then, every 50 hours or so depending on when you use your mower, or whenever it is in spring or summer. Before you start, make sure you have all the necessary supplies.

How much oil does a Briggs & Stratton lawnmower need? Briggs & Stratton 5W-30 of oil is required for the I/C (Industrial/Commercial) engine. Note: To meet your oil requirements, you will need two bottles. 18 oz. 18 oz.

How do I change the oil in my Craftsman lawnmower?

1. Clean the area around your drain plug (if it is equipped) as well as the oil fill/dipstick hole. To warm the oil, run the engine for three to four minutes.
2. Turn the mower spark plug upside down and move the drain pan underneath the mower deck.
3. You can drain the oil by tilting your Craftsman mower above the drain pan.

How much oil does a Briggs & Stratton engine use?

Briggs & Stratton recommends that you use 48 fluid ounces (1.5 quarts), of SAE 30 weight detergent oil to operate your 12.5 HP engine at temperatures higher than 40 degrees Fahrenheit. This oil is approved for four-cycle engine service levels SF–SJ or higher.