DECK CARE
CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL
ENGINE CARE
Maintain oil level as instructed in Engine Operator’s Manual.
Service air cleaner every 25 hours of use under normal conditions.
Clean every few hours under extremely dusty conditions. Poor
engine performance and flooding usually indicates that the air
cleaner should be serviced. To service the air cleaner, refer to the
Engine Operator’s Manual.
Clean spark plug and reset the gap once a season. Spark plug
replacement is recommended at the start of each mowing
season. Check Engine Operator’s Manual for correct plug type
and gap specifications.
Clean engine regularly with a cloth or brush. Keep the top of the
engine clean to permit proper air circulation. Remove all grass,
dirt, and combustible debris from muffler area.
Engines stored between 30 and 90 days need to be treated
with a gasoline stabilizer to prevent deterioration and gum from
forming in fuel system or on essential carburetor parts.
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Never tip mower more than
90º in any direction and do
not leave mower tipped for any length of time. Oil
can drain into upper part of the engine causing a
starting problem.
WARNING
Clean underside of the mower deck after each use to prevent build-
up of grass clippings or other debris. Follow steps below for proper
cleaning.
1. Allow the engine to run until it is out of fuel. Do not attempt to
pour fuel from the engine. Disconnect spark plug wire. Refer to
Engine Operator’s Manual.
2. Tip mower so that it rests on the housing. Keep the side with the
air cleaner facing up. Hold mower firmly.
See Maintenance schedule on page 19 for more information about
when to change the oil. To change the oil, use the following procedure.
A list of key engine maintenance jobs required for good performance
by the mower are listed below. Follow the Engine Operator’s Manual
for a detailed list and instructions.
2. The transmission is pre-lubricated and sealed at the factory and
does not require lubrication.
3. Follow the Engine Operator’s Manual for lubrication schedule
and instructions for engine lubrication.
3. Scrape and clean the underside of the deck with a suitable tool.
4. Put the mower back on its wheels on the ground.
Run the engine for a few
minutes before changing the
oil to warm it. Warm oil flows better and carries more
contaminants. We recommend that you use API
SERVICE Category SJ class or higher oil.
NOTE
MAX
MIN
Figure 13
1. Move the machine to a level surface.
2. Refer to the maintenance safety section on page 9 before doing
oil change.
3. Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap counterclockwise and
pulling it out. (See
Figure 13
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