LUBRICATION
50-Dixon
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Used engine oil is a health hazard and must
not be disposed of on the ground or in nature;
it should always be disposed of at a workshop
or appropriate disposal location.
Avoid skin contact; wash with soap and water
in case of spills.
Engine Oil
Engine Oil Filter
Drain the engine oil in accordance with the work •
description under the heading Engine Oil/Change
Engine Oil.
Remove the oil lter. If necessary, use a lter •
remover.
Wipe new, clean engine oil onto the seal for the •
new lter.
Mount the lter by hand with +¾ turn.•
Run the engine warm, then check that there are •
no leaks around the oil lter seal.
Check the oil level in the engine, ll if necessary. •
The oil lter holds 0.1 qt (0.1 liters) of oil.
8011-734
Changing the oil lter
Deck Outer Spindle
Lubricate using a grease gun, one zerk, each side 2-3
strokes. Use only good quality bearing grease.
8061-025
Deck outer spindle (with belt shield removed)
WARNING!
Engine oil can be very hot if it is
drained directly after stopping the
engine. Allow the engine to cool to a
safe temperature before draining.