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Note: Dispose of the used oil at a certified recycling
center.
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Figure 24
1.
Oil drain valve
7. Remove the oil fill cap and slowly pour approximately
80% of the specified amount of oil in through the
valve cover.
8. Check the oil level; refer to Checking the Oil Level,
page 14.
9. Slowly add additional oil to bring the level to the F
(full) mark on the dipstick.
10. Replace the fill cap.
Changing the Oil Filter
Replace the oil filter every 200 hours or every other oil
change.
Note: Change the oil filter more frequently when
operating conditions are extremely hot, dusty, or sandy.
1. Drain the oil from the engine; refer to Changing the
Oil, page 26.
2. Remove the old filter and wipe the filter adapter
(Fig. 25) gasket surface.
3. Pour new oil of the proper type in through the center
hole of the filter. Stop pouring when the oil reaches the
bottom of the threads.
4. Allow a minute or two for the oil to be absorbed by
filter material, then pour off the excess oil.
5. Apply a thin coat of new oil to the rubber gasket on
the replacement filter (Fig. 25).
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2
3
Figure 25
1.
Oil filter
2.
Gasket
3.
Adapter
6. Install the replacement oil filter to the filter adapter.
Turn the oil filter clockwise until the rubber gasket
contacts the filter adapter, then tighten the filter an
additional 1/2 turn (Fig. 25).
7. Fill the crankcase with the proper type of new oil;
refer to Changing the Oil, page 26.
Servicing the Battery
Check the electrolyte level in the battery every 100 hours.
Always keep the battery clean and fully charged. Use a
paper towel to clean the battery case. If the battery
terminals are corroded, clean them with a solution of four
parts water and one part baking soda. Apply a light
coating of grease to the battery terminals to reduce
corrosion.
Checking the Electrolyte Level
1. Raise the loader arms and install the cylinder locks;
refer to Using the Cylinder Locks, page 20.
2. Stop the engine and remove the key.
3. Remove the hood, refer to Removing the Hood,
page 25.
4. Look at the side of the battery. The electrolyte must be
up to the Upper line (Fig. 4). Do not allow the
electrolyte to fall below the Lower line (Fig. 4).
5. If the electrolyte is low, add the required amount of
distilled water; refer to Adding Water to the Battery,
page 28.