Not for
Reproduction
7.
Reconnect the negative battery cable when finished.
Check Engine Oil Level
Interval: Before Each Use
Refer to the engine owners manual for dipstick and oil fill
locations and specific engine oil check and fill procedures.
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
This series of mower has different engine options: Briggs &
Stratton Professional Series (A, Figure 22) and Kawasaki (B).
Please reference figure 22 as the location of the components
listed for this procedure may vary by specific engine option.
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1.
Warm engine by running for a few minutes. (Refer to the
engine operator’s manual for oil and filter replacement
instructions.)
2.
Remove the oil drain hose (C) from its storage position and
route the hose so that when the oil drain cap is removed
the oil can be drained into a small pan.
3.
Place a small pan under the oil drain hose to catch the oil.
Using the appropriate tools, remove the oil drain cap from
the oil drain hose and drain the engine oil.
4.
After draining, replace the cap and wipe up any spilled oil.
Reinstall the oil drain hose to its storage position so it is
retained during normal operation.
5.
Place an absorbent shop cloth under the engine oil filter
(D). Remove the engine oil filter and replace with a new
one.
6.
Add engine oil (refer to engine operator’s manual) in the fill
tube (E) and check the amount of oil in the engine using
the engine oil dipstick (F).
7.
Remove the shop cloth and wipe up any spilled oil.
Engine Maintenance
For engine maintenance schedules and procedures, please
refer to the engine operator's manual.
Inspect Muffler and Spark Arrester
Inspect the muffler for cracks, corrosion, or other damage.
Remove the spark arrester, if equipped, and inspect for damage
or carbon blockage. If replacement parts are required, make
sure to use only original equipment replacement parts.
WARNING
Replacement parts must be the same and installed in the
same position as the original parts or fire could result.
Fuse Location and Identification
The electrical system for this unit is equipped with two
replaceable fuses. See the chart below for the circuit, amperage,
and approximate location of the fuses.
Approximate Location
Amperage
Circuit
Instrument control panel.
20 amp
Main
Behind the seat on the
left hand side of the
machine.
15 amp
PTO Clutch
Check / Fill Transmission Oil Level
This unit is equipped with two transmission oil tanks. One
transmission oil tank only supplies oil to one transmission. The
level of oil in both transmission tanks must be checked, and if
necessary, filled.
Oil Type: 20W-50 conventional detergent motor oil
1.
Locate the transmission oil tanks (A, Figure 23).
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2.
Check the oil level when the unit is cold. The oil should be
up to the "FULL COLD" mark (B). If the oil is below this
level, proceed to step #3.
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