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ADDING OIL
CAUTION
Never overfill the engine crankcase. The engine
may overheat and/or damage may result if the
crankcase is below the “LOW” mark or over the
“FULL” mark on the dipstick.
NOTE
For best results, fill to the “FULL” mark on the
dipstick as opposed to adding a given quantity
of oil. Always check the level on the dipstick
before adding more oil.
Refer to the LUBRICATION TABLE for information
regarding the proper type of oil to add to the
crankcase.
1.
Place the tractor on a level surface and engage the
brake pedal lock. Stop the tractor engine and
remove the ignition key.
2.
Clean the area around the oil level dipstick,
dipstick tube, and the oil filler cap to prevent debris
from entering the crankcase.
3.
Remove the oil filler cap from the left valve cover
and SLOWLY pour in oil. Fill the crankcase until
the oil level reaches the “FULL” mark on the
dipstick (Refer to Figure 18).
4.
Reinstall the oil filler cap by screwing it securely
into the valve cover.
CAUTION
The oil filler cap MUST BE TIGHTENED
SECURELY INTO THE VALVE COVER AT
ALL TIMES WHEN THE ENGINE IS
OPERATING. Severe engine damage could
result from failure to do so.
DRAINING OIL AND REPLACING OIL FILTER
NOTE
The engine oil should be changed after the first
5 hours of operation. Then oil should be
changed after every 100 hours of operation.
WARNING
If the tractor has recently been operated, the
engine and surrounding areas may be hot. Use
caution not to burn yourself when removing the
side panels, draining the oil from the crankcase,
and changing the oil filter.
NOTE
The oil filter should be changed at every oil
change interval. The filters can be obtained
through your Cub Cadet dealer under part
number KH-12-050-08.
Refer to the MAINTENANCE CHART and the
LUBRICATION TABLE for information regarding the
frequency of required oil changes and the quantity and
type of oil needed.
The oil filter is located behind the left side panel and is
mounted on the oil cooler adapter of the engine (See
Figure 19).
Figure 19
Run the engine for a few minutes to allow the oil in the
crankcase to warm up. Warm oil will flow more freely
and carry away more of the engine sediment which
may have settled at the bottom of the crankcase. Use
care to avoid burns from hot oil.
OIL DRAIN
VALVE
FLEXIBLE
TUBING
PLASTIC
CAP
OIL
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