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SERVICE ENGINE
• Lubricate one pump idler pivot grease fitting (A).
Lubricating Mower Deck Spindles
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• Lubricate three mower deck spindle grease fittings (A).
Lubricating Mower Deck Idler Pivot
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• Lubricate one deck idler pivot grease fitting (A).
Service Engine
Avoid Fumes
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Engine Oil
Use oil viscosity based on the expected air temperature range during the
period between oil changes.
Use oil that meets the following specification:
• See the engine manufacturer’s owner’s manual provided with your
machine for the correct specifications.
Checking Engine Oil Level
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NOTE: Check oil twice a day if you run engine over 4 hours in a day.
Make sure engine is cool when checking engine oil level.
1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)
2. Allow engine to cool.
3. Clean area around dipstick to prevent debris from falling into crankcase.
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4. Remove dipstick (A). Wipe with a clean cloth.
NOTE: Allow dipstick cap to rest on threads of filler tube when
checking oil level. Do not tighten dipstick cap when checking oil
level.
5. Install dipstick and allow the cap to rest on the threads of the tube. Do
not tighten the cap.
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6. Remove dipstick and check oil level on dipstick. Oil must be between
the ADD and FULL marks.
NOTE: Refer to engine manufacturers operating manual for correct
type and grade of oil.
• If oil is low, add oil to bring oil level no higher than the FULL mark on
dipstick.
• If oil level is above the FULL mark, drain to proper level.
7. Install and tighten dipstick.
Changing Engine Oil and Filter
CAUTION: Avoid injury! Engine exhaust fumes contain
carbon monoxide and can cause serious illness or death.
Move the machine to an outside area before running the
engine.
Do not run an engine in an enclosed area without adequate
ventilation.
• Connect a pipe extension to the engine exhaust pipe to
direct the exhaust fumes out of the area.
• Allow fresh outside air into the work area to clear the
exhaust fumes out.
IMPORTANT: Avoid Damage! Failure to check the oil level
regularly could lead to serious engine problems if oil level is low:
Check oil level before operating.
Keep oil level between the FULL and the ADD marks.
Check oil level when engine is stopped, level, and is cooled so oil
has had time to drain into the sump.
IMPORTANT: Avoid Damage! To prevent extensive engine wear or
damage, always maintain the proper engine oil level. Never
operate the engine with the oil level below the add mark or over
the full mark.