Filter
Top Products
4-2 111132_0909
WARNING: Keep your machine clean and remove
any deposits of trash and clippings, which can cause
engine fires, poor cut quality and excessive belt wear.
Torque values
For all torques refer to the Model 50 parts manual for standard
torque chart. See the Product Literature section of this manual
for ordering information.
For engine torque values, see engine owner’s manual.
Lubrication
Use a SAE multi-purpose grease when lubricating this
machine. Refer to the Maintenance Locator Chart, found
elsewhere in this manual, for all lubrication points. .
To lubricate these points:
1. Wipe away all old grease and dirt from the lubrication
fittings to prevent dirt or foreign material from entering
as new grease is applied.
2. Use a high pressure grease gun to force in the new grease.
Apply pressure until clean grease oozes from each
lubrication point.
3. Wipe away any excess grease.
Fuel system
DANGER: Observe usual fuel handling precautions:
Do not smoke while refueling. Extinguish all ciga-
rettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition.
Do not remove fuel cap or fill tank with engine run-
ning or while engine is hot. Clean up any gasoline
spills.
Allow engine to cool before storing machine inside a
building.
Keep fuel away from open flame or spark and store
machine away from open flame or spark or pilot light
such as on a water heater or other appliances.
Use extreme care when handling gasoline and other
fuels. They are extremely flammable and vapors are
explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn
you and others and can damage property.
Never refuel or drain the fuel from the machine
indoors.
Never attempt to start engine when there is a strong
odor of gasoline fumes present. Locate and correct
cause.
Store gasoline in an approved container and keep it
out of the reach of children. Never buy more than a
30 day supply of gasoline.
Always place gasoline containers on the ground away
from your vehicle before filling.
Do not fill gasoline containers inside a vehicle or on a
truck or trailer bed with interior carpets or plastic
truck bed liners. Always place gasoline containers on
the ground away from your vehicle before filling.
When practical, remove gas-powered equipment from
the truck or trailer and refuel the equipment with its
wheels on the ground. If this is not possible, then
refuel such equipment on the truck or trailer using a
portable container and not a gasoline dispenser noz-
zle. If a gasoline dispenser nozzle must be used, keep
the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or
container opening at all times until fueling is com-
plete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.
Read and observe safety precautions elsewhere in this
manual.
WARNING: Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swal-
lowed.
Long-term exposure to vapors can cause serious
injury and illness.
Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors.
Keep face away from nozzle and gas tank or fuel con-
tainer opening.
Keep gas away from eyes and skin.
If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immedi-
ately.
The fuel tank is located on top of the engine. Fig. 4-1
Use regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or
higher.
IMPORTANT: Never use methanol, gasoline containing
methanol, or gasohol containing more than 10% ethanol because
the fuel system components could be damaged. Do not mix oil
with gasoline.
Engine oil
Check engine oil daily and after every 4 hours of operation.
The machine must be setting level when checking oil. Refer to
engine manual and maintenance schedule for oil
recommendation and capacities. Fig. 4-2
Change the engine oil after the first 5 hours of operation, per
the engine manufacturer’s recommendations after that. If
machine is being operated in extremely dirty conditions, then it
is recommended oil be changed more frequently.
Engine air filter
Perform engine air filter maintenance per the engine’s
owner’s manual.
Fig. 4-1
Fig. 4-1
Fuel tank
Air filter