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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
HOT oil may cause burns. Allow engine to cool before draining oil.
CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL:
1. The "Dapco" oil drain valve is located on the left side of the engine crankcase.
2. Place a suitable container under the drain valve. The short piece of hose will help
direct the oil.
3. To drain turn hex head valve stem counter clockwise with 10mm wrench or socket.
Open to full (approximately 7 turns).
4. After engine is drained tighten hex stem..
NOTE:
Refer to engine manufacturers recommendations for frequency of oil changes.
OIL FILL:
1. Drain oil.
2. Clean any spilled oil from engine and chassis.
3. Refill engine with type, and quantity of oil recommended by the engine
manufacturer in engine literature.
NOTE:
Engine oil changes on the 5000 Series Models will require replacement of the oil filter.
These filters can now be obtained from any authorized Dixon Dealer.
PROTECT YOUR INVESTMENT:
The use of non-original oil or air filters may result in damage to the engine and a loss of
warranty. Listed on Page 43 are the correct part numbers for each engine in the 5000
Series Dixon Mowers.
CAUTION
PLEASE DISPOSE OF USED OILS AT PROPER COLLECTION CENTERS
PROTECT YOUR ENVIRONMENT
Hex Head
Valve Stem