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4.4 TRANSPORTING
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If loading with ramps, be sure ramps
are properly supported and strong
enough to support the unit.
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If necessary, use assistance when
loading or unloading. Keep feet and
legs out from under the unit when
loading and unloading
Be sure fuel shut-off valve is closed.
Use a heavy duty trailer to transport the machine.
Engage
the park brakes
and block wheels. After the wheels have been
properly blocked, securely fasten the machine to the trailer
with straps, chains, cables or ropes. Be sure that the
trailer has all necessary lighting and marking as required
by law and use a safety chain.
NOTE: When transporting machine, be sure to engage the park brakes.
Failure to do so can result in damage and/or premature wear
to drive train.
Do not rely solely on the parking brake to hold machine on
trailer.
5. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS
5.1 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
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Disengage blade clutch, shut off engine
and remove spark plug wire(s) before any
adjusting, servicing, or cleaning
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The engine can become very hot. Always
allow the engine to cool before servicing
or making repairs around the engine area.
5.1.1 Check engine oil level.
Service Interval: See Engine Owner's Manual
a) Make sure engine is stopped and on a level surface.
b) Check with engine cold.
c) Clean area around dipstick. Remove dip stick and wipe
off oil. Reinsert the dipstick and:
Screw
dipstick into place for the B&S engines.
Do not
screw into place for Kawasaki or Kohler engines.
Remove dipstick and check oil level.
d) If the oil level is low, add oil as specified in the
engine owners manual to bring the oil level up to the
"F" mark on the dipstick.
DO NOT OVERFILL
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IMPORTANT:
Do Not
operate the engine with oil level
below
the "L" mark on the dipstick or
over
the "F" mark.