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6. Remove dipstick and check oil level on dipstick. Oil must be
between the ADD and FULL marks.
NOTE: Refer to engine manufacturers operating manual for correct
type and grade of oil.
• If oil is low, add oil to bring oil level no higher than the FULL
mark on dipstick.
• If oil level is above the FULL mark, drain to proper level.
7. Install and tighten dipstick.
Changing Engine Oil and Filter
1. Clean area around dipstick cap and filter.
2. Start engine and run until it reaches normal operating
temperature.
3. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY
section.)
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4. Put oil drain pan under drain tube.
5. Remove plug (A).
6. Allow oil to drain into an oil drain pan.
7. After oil drains, install and securely tighten drain plug (A).
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8. Turn oil filter (B) counterclockwise to remove.
9. Apply a film of clean engine oil to gasket of new filter.
10. Install filter. Turn filter clockwise until gasket makes contact
with mounting surface. Tighten 1/2 to 3/4 turn after gasket
contact.
11. Raise thigh pad.
12. Remove dipstick cap.
NOTE: Refer to engine manufacturer’s operating manual for
correct type and grade of oil.
13. Add approximately 1.7 L (1.75 qt) of oil.
14. Insert dipstick. Tighten cap.
15. Start engine and run at slow throttle for approximately two
minutes. Check for leaks around filter and drain valve.
16. Stop engine.
17. Check oil level:
• Remove dipstick cap. Wipe dipstick clean.
NOTE: Allow dipstick cap to rest on threads of filler tube when
checking oil level. Do not tighten dipstick cap when checking oil
level.
• Insert dipstick and allow cap to rest on threads of filler. Do not
tighten cap.
• Remove dipstick. Add oil as needed to bring level to the full
mark without overfilling.
18. Insert dipstick. Tighten cap.
Cleaning Engine Air Intake Screen and Fan
IMPORTANT: Avoid Damage! To prevent extensive engine
wear or damage, always maintain the proper engine oil level.
Never operate the engine with the oil level below the add mark
or over the full mark.
CAUTION: Avoid injury! Touching hot surfaces can burn
skin. The engine, components, and fluids will be hot if the
engine has been running. Be cautious and wear
protective clothing when servicing or working near a hot
engine and components.
IMPORTANT: Avoid Damage! Change the oil more often if the
machine is used in extreme conditions:
• Extremely dusty conditions.
• Frequent slow or low-speed operation.
• Frequent short trips.
IMPORTANT: Avoid Damage! Do not use wrench to tighten oil
filter.
IMPORTANT: Avoid Damage! To prevent extensive engine
wear or damage, always maintain the proper engine oil level.
Never operate the engine with the oil level below the add mark
or over the full mark.
CAUTION: Avoid injury! Compressed air can cause
debris to fly a long distance.
Clear work area of bystanders.
Wear eye protection when using compressed air for
cleaning purposes.
Reduce compressed air pressure to 210 kPa (30 psi).
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! An obstructed air intake screen
can cause engine damage due to overheating. Keep air intake
screen and other external surfaces of the engine, including
cooling fins, clean at all times to allow adequate air intake.
