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Assembly - 34
ASSEMBLY
1. Change engine oil and filter while engine is warm.
2. Service air filter if necessary.
3. Clean debris from engine air intake screen.
4. On gas engines:
• Remove spark plugs. Put 30 mL (1 oz) of clean engine oil in cylinders.
• Install spark plugs, but do not connect spark plug wires.
• Crank the engine five or six times to allow oil to be distributed.
5. Clean the engine and engine compartment.
6. Remove battery.
7. Clean the battery and battery posts. Check the electrolyte level, if your
battery is not maintenance free.
8. Close fuel shut-off valve, if your machine is equipped.
9. Store the battery in a cool, dry place where it will not freeze.
NOTE: The stored battery should be recharged every 90 days.
10. Charge the battery.
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11. Store the vehicle in a dry, protected place. If vehicle is stored outside,
put a waterproof cover over it.
Removing Machine From Storage
1. Check tire pressure.
2. Check engine oil level.
3. Check battery electrolyte level, if your battery is not maintenance free.
Charge battery if necessary.
4. Install battery.
5. On gas engines: Check spark plug gap. Install and tighten plugs to
specified torque.
6. Lubricate all grease points.
7. Open fuel shut-off valve, if your machine is equipped.
8. Run the engine 5 minutes without the mower or any attachments
running to allow oil to be distributed throughout engine.
9. Be sure all shields and guards or deflectors are in place.
Assembly
Check Hydraulic Oil Level
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1. Clean area around dipstick cap (A).
2. Remove dipstick cap (A). Wipe dipstick clean.
NOTE: Do not tighten dipstick cap when checking oil level.
3. Insert dipstick in filler neck (B). Do not tighten cap.
4. Remove dipstick. Check oil level on dipstick. Oil level should be
between the ADD and FULL marks on dipstick.
• If oil is level is below ADD mark, fill to proper level.
• If oil level is above FULL mark, drain to proper level.
5. Insert dipstick. Tighten cap.
Check Engine Oil Level
1. Lift thigh pad.
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2. Clean area around dipstick cap (A).
3. Remove dipstick cap (A) from tube. Wipe dipstick clean.
NOTE: Do not tighten dipstick cap when checking oil level.
4. Insert dipstick in tube. Do not tighten cap.
5. Remove dipstick. Check oil level on dipstick. Oil level should be
between the ADD and FULL marks.
• If oil is level is below ADD mark, fill to proper level.
• If oil level is above the FULL mark, drain to proper level.
6. Insert dipstick. Tighten cap.
IMPORTANT: Avoid Damage! Prolonged exposure to sunlight
could damage the hood surface. Store machine inside or use a
cover if stored outside.