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ENGINE MAINTENANCE
Engine Oil Change
Drain the oil while the engine is warm. Warm oil drains quickly and
completely.
1. Turn the fuel valve OFF. This will reduce the possibility of fuel
leakage (page 5).
2. Wipe the oil filler area clean, and then remove the oil filler
cap/dipstick.
3. Place a suitable container
next to the mower to catch
the used oil, and then tilt
the mower on its right side.
The used oil will drain
through the filler neck.
Allow the oil to drain
completely.
Please dispose of used
motor oil and the
containers in a manner
that is compatible with the
environment. We suggest you take it in a sealed container to your
local recycling center or service station for reclamation. Do not
throw it in the trash, pour it on the ground or pour it down a drain.
4. Fill with the recommended oil
(page 6). Do not overfill.
Measure the oil level as
shown.
5. After changing the engine oil
and before starting the
engine, check the oil level
with the mower on a level
surface:
a. Remove the filler
cap/dipstick [1].
b. Wipe the dipstick
clean.
c. Insert and remove the
dipstick without
screwing it into the
filler neck. Check the
oil level shown on the
dipstick.
d. If the oil level is below
the low level mark [3],
add oil to reach the
high limit mark [2] on
the dipstick. Do not
overfill. If the engine is
overfilled, the excess
oil may get transferred
to the air cleaner housing and air cleaner filter.
NOTICE
Running the engine with a low oil level can cause engine damage.
e. Screw in the filler cap/dipstick securely.
Air Cleaner Service
A properly maintained air filter will help prevent dirt from entering your
engine. Dirt entering the carburetor can be drawn into small passages
in the carburetor and cause premature engine wear. These small
passages can become blocked, causing starting or running problems.
Always use an air filter specified for your engine to ensure it seals and
performs as designed. You will need to clean the filter more frequently
if you operate the engine in very dusty conditions.
NOTICE
Operating the engine without an air filter, or with a damaged filter, will
allow dirt to enter the engine, causing rapid engine wear. This type of
damage is not covered by the warranty.
1. Press down on the
air cleaner cover [1]
tabs, and then
remove the cover.
2. Remove the filter [2]
from the air cleaner
housing [3].
3. Inspect the filter;
replace if damaged.
4. Clean the filter by
tapping the filter
several times on a
hard surface to
remove dirt, or blow
compressed air (not
exceeding 207 kPa) through the filter from the inside. Never try to
brush off dirt; brushing will force dirt into the fibers.
5. Wipe dirt from the inside of the air cleaner housing and cover,
using a moist rag. Be careful to prevent dirt from entering the air
duct that leads to the carburetor.
6. Reinstall the filter and cover.
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