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SECTION 7: MAINTAINING YOUR GARDEN TRACTOR
Engine
Refer to the engine manual for engine maintenance
instructions.
• Check engine oil level before each use as
instructed in the engine manual.
Figure 12
Changing Engine Oil
NOTE: Depending on the engine model found on your
tractor, it may be necessary to remove the tractor’s side
panel in order to replace the oil filter (if so equipped).
• Unscrew oil fill cap and remove dipstick from the oil
fill tube. See Figure 12.
• Pop open the protective cap on the end of the oil
drain valve to expose the drain port. See Figure 12.
• Push the oil drain hose (packed with this manual)
onto the oil drain port. Route the opposite end of
the hose into an appropriate oil collection container
with a capacity great enough to collect the used oil
(approximately 64 oz.).
• Push the oil drain valve in slightly, then rotate
counterclockwise and pull outward to begin
draining oil. See Figure 12.
• Service the oil filter (if so equipped) as instructed
in the engine manual.
• Perform the above steps in the opposite order after
oil has finished draining.
• Refill the engine with new motor oil.
IMPORTANT:
Refer to the engine manual for details
about quantity and proper weight of motor oil.
Air Cleaner
• Service the pre-cleaner, if so equipped, and
cartridge/air cleaner element as instructed in the
engine manual.
Spark Plugs
• Clean the spark plugs and reset the gap once a
season. Spark plug replacement is recommended
at the start of each mowing season. Refer to the
engine manual for correct plug type and gap
specifications.
Cleaning Engine and Deck
• Promptly wipe off any fuel or oil spilled on the
machine.
• Do not allow grass, leaves, and dirt to accumulate
around the cooling fins of the engine or on any
other part of the machine, especially the pulleys
and other moving parts.
IMPORTANT:
The use of a pressure washer to clean
your tractor is not recommended. Direct water pressure
on electrical components and the engine could reduce
life of the tractor and its serviceability.
Lubrication
Engine
Lubricate the engine with motor oil as instructed in the
Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Manual packed with
your unit.
Pivot Points & Linkage
Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive system,
parking brake and lift linkage at least once a season
with light oil.
Front Wheels
Each end of the tractor’s front pivot bar is equipped with
a grease fitting. Lubricate with a grease gun after every
25 hours of tractor operation.
WARNING:
Before performing any
maintenance or repairs, disengage PTO, move
shift lever into neutral position, set parking
brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent
unintended starting.
Protective Cap
Oil Drain Hose
Drain Port
Oil Fill Cap
Oil Fill Tube
WARNING:
Before lubricating, repairing, or
inspecting, always disengage PTO, move shift
lever into neutral position, set parking brake,
stop engine and remove key to prevent
unintended starting.