Figure 29
3. Tip the mower onto its side with the air filter up
to drain the used oil out through the oil fill tube
(Figure 30).
Figure 30
4.
Slowly
pour oil into the oil fill tube until the oil level
reaches the
Full
line on the dipstick (Figure 29).
Do
not overfill.
(Max. fill: 20 oz. (0.59 l), type: SAE 30
detergent oil with an API service classification of SF,
SG, SH, SJ, SL, or higher.)
5. Install the dipstick securely.
6. Dispose of the used oil properly at a local recycling
center.
Lubricating the Wheel Gears
Service Interval:
Yearly
1. Remove the wheel bolts on the
rear
wheels and
remove the rear wheels.
2. Apply a lubricating oil to the inner and outer sides
of the gear as shown in Figure 31.
Figure 31
3. Install the rear wheels.
Replacing the Blade
Service Interval:
Yearly
Important:
You will need a torque wrench to install
the blade properly
. If you do not have a torque
wrench or are uncomfortable performing this
procedure, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
Examine the blade whenever you run out of gasoline. If
the blade is damaged or cracked, replace it immediately.
If the blade edge is dull or nicked, have it sharpened or
replace it.
The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can
result in serious personal injury.
Wear gloves when servicing the blade.
1. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug.
Refer to Preparing for Maintenance.
2. Tip the mower onto its side with the air filter up.
3. Remove the 2 blade nuts and the stiffener (Figure 32).
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