
Changing the Engine-Oil Filter
Note:
Change the engine-oil filter more frequently when
operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.
1.
Drain the oil from the engine; refer to
Engine Oil (page 33)
.
2.
Place a rag under the oil filter to soak up any spilled oil.
Important:
Spilled oil may drain under the engine
and onto the clutch. Oil spilled on the clutch may
damage the clutch, cause the blades to stop slowly
when the clutch is in the O
FF
position, and cause
the clutch to slip when the clutch is switched to
the O
N
position. Wipe up any spilled oil.
3.
Change the engine-oil filter (
).
B
A
C
D
E
F
3/4
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Note:
Ensure that the oil-filter gasket touches the
engine, then rotate the filter an extra 3/4 turn.
4.
Fill the crankcase with the proper type of new oil; refer
to
Changing the Engine Oil (page 33)
.
Servicing the Spark Plug
Service Interval:
Every 100 hours
Make sure that the air gap between the center and side
electrodes is correct before installing the spark plug.
Use a spark plug wrench for removing and installing the spark
plug(s) and a gapping tool/feeler gauge to check and adjust
the air gap. Install a new spark plug(s) if necessary.
Type for all Engines:
NGK
®
BPR4ES or equivalent
Air Gap:
0.75 mm (0.03 inch)
Removing the Spark Plugs
1.
Disengage the PTO, move the motion-control levers to
the N
EUTRAL
-
LOCK
position, and set the parking brake.
2.
Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all
moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position.
3.
Remove the spark plugs as shown in
.
B
A
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