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Change Oil Filter
Replace the oil filter every 200 hours or every other oil
change.
Note: Change oil filter more frequently when operating
conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.
1. Drain the oil from the engine; refer to
Changing/Draining Oil, page 33.
2. Remove the old filter and wipe the filter adapter (Fig.
29) gasket surface.
3. Pour new oil of the proper type in through the center
hole. Stop pouring when the oil reaches the bottom of
the threads. Allow a minute or two for the oil to be
absorbed by filter material.
4. Apply a thin coat of new oil to the rubber gasket on
the replacement filter (Fig. 29).
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Figure 29
1.
Oil filter
2.
Gasket
3.
Adapter
5. 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. 29).
6. Fill the crankcase with the proper type of new oil;
refer to Changing/Draining Oil, page 33.
Cooling System
Checking Radiator Coolant
Danger
Discharge of hot pressurized coolant or touching
hot radiator and surrounding parts can cause
severe burns.
•
Do not remove the radiator cap when the
engine is hot. Always allow the engine to cool
at least 15 minutes or until the radiator cap is
cool enough to touch without burning your
hand before removing the radiator cap.
•
Do not touch radiator and surrounding parts
that are hot.
Check the cooling system level daily.
Fluid Type: 50/50 mix of permanent antifreeze (ethylene
glycol) and water.
Cooling System Capacity: 4.0 qt. (3.8 l)
Danger
Rotating shaft and fan can cause personal injury.
•
Do not operate the machine without the covers
in place.
•
Keep fingers, hands and clothing clear of
rotating fan and drive shaft.
•
Shut off the engine and remove the ignition key
before performing maintenance.
Swallowing engine coolant can cause poisoning.
•
Do not swallow engine coolant.
•
Keep out of reach from children and pets.
Caution
1. Position machine on a level surface, stop the engine
and set the parking brake.
2. Tilt seat up and tilt engine hood forward.
3. With the engine cool, remove the radiator cap (Fig.
30).
