Ariens 304 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
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5.3 ENGINE OIL
IMPORTANT:
Change engine crankcase oil after first
two (2) hours of operation. Thereafter, change oil every
twenty five hours of operation (more often in dusty dirty
conditions). Refer to Engine Manual for oil type and
grade and detailed instructions.
Engine Oil Check and Change
The engine crankcase oil should be checked daily or
every five (5) hours of operation. Oil level MUST be
maintained in safe operating range on dipstick at all
times or engine damage will result.
IMPORTANT:
DO NOT overfill. Be sure engine is level
when adding oil.
See Engine Manual for detailed instructions.
5.4 AIR CLEANER
Inspect air cleaner every twenty five hours of operation
or every three months, whichever comes first.
When dirty, foam filter elements should be removed
and cleaned. Refer to the following instructions.
NOTE:
Inspect air cleaner more often if unit is used
under dirty, dusty conditions.
Foam Filter Element
- (Pre Cleaner) - Wash foam
elements in warm water and detergent. Rinse
thoroughly until all traces of detergent are eliminated.
Squeeze (don’t wring) away excess water and air dry.
Soak foam element in clean, fresh oil, wrap in paper
towel or rag, and squeeze out excess oil.
Cartridge -
Paper cartridge is to be replaced when it is
dirty or becomes distorted.
NOTE:
DO NOT attempt to clean paper elements.