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LUBRICATION
Engine Oil Change
NOTE: Change the engine oil when the engine
is warm. Refer to the engine owner’s manual
for the correct replacement oil and filter change
recommendations.
WARNING!
The engine drain plug is located close to
the muffler. To prevent burns, the engine
should be shut off and allowed to cool
slightly so the engine is still warm but
the surrounding surfaces and oil are not.
1. Park on a level surface. Apply parking brake.
2. Clean the dirt and debris from the area around the
oil fill cap.
3. Remove the cap/dipstick.
4. Locate the drain hose at the left rear of the engine
near the bypass linkage. Place an adequately
sized container under the end of the drain hose
and remove the oil drain plug.
5. Allow the oil to fully drain from the engine.
6. Replace the drain hose plug and tighten securely.
7. Fill the engine with new oil to the bottom of the fill
tube threads. Check the level with the dipstick.
8. Replace the oil fill cap securely when the oil level
is FULL.
9. Refer to the Service Journal for oil checking and
changing intervals and change recommendations
8058-216
Oil change drain hose
Wheel and Deck Zerks
Use only good quality bearing grease.
Grease from well-known brand names (petrochemical
companies, etc.) usually maintains a good quality.
Front Wheel Mount
Lubricate 3-4 strokes with a grease gun on each set of
wheel bearings.
Front Wheel Bearings
Lubricate 3-4 strokes with a grease gun on each set of
wheel bearings.
8058-068
Lubricating the front wheels
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Use minimal lubrication and remove excess
lubricant so that is does not come into contact
with belts or belt pulley drive surfaces.