Jacobsen ZB Series, Safety, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 8
8.4 ENGINE LUBRICATION ________________________________________________
Check Engine Oil Level
Check the engine oil level before you start or at least five minutes after you
stop the engine.
(a) Park the machine on level ground, remove the dipstick (A), clean with
a cloth and replace in position.
(b) Remove the dipstick (A) again and check the oil level. The oil must
be between the two level indicators (B) on the dipstick.
Change Engine Oil
(a) Start the engine to increase the temperature, then turn off the engine.
Remove oil drain plug (C) from the bottom of the crankcase and
clean with a cloth.
(b) Drain engine oil into a container.
(c) Replace the drain plug (C) and fill the engine with the correct quantity
and grade of oil through the filler.
Change Engine Oil Filter
(a) Remove the oil filter cartridge (D).
(b) Let the engine oil flow into a container.
(c) Clean area on the crankcase.
(d) Apply a thin layer of oil to cartridge gasket before you install the filter.
(e) Only use your hand to tighten the filter cartridge (D).
(f) Check for oil leaks around the cartridge gasket after the engine is
started.
CAUTION
The engine oil can damage your skin. use gloves. If engine oil touches your skin,
clean the area Immediately.
CAUTION
Discard engine oil as shown in local regulations
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