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• Put the mower back to its operating position (on all
four wheels).
Figure 11
2. Using Oil Drain Plug
IMPORTANT:
The oil drain plug on this engine is located
at the bottom and can only be accessed by removing
the baffle and other components . This method of
draining oil involves complicated steps. The first
method, described earlier, is simpler and takes less
time; hence it is the preferred method.
• Run the engine for a few minutes and stop the
engine. Tip the mower as shown in Figure 12.
• Access the oil drain plug by removing the baffle and
other components following instructions in
“Changing Belts” section on page 14. See Figure
12 for location of the baffle.
• Remove the oil drain plug from bottom of the
engine. See Figure 12 inset for location of the oil
drain plug. Drain oil into suitable container.
Figure 12
• Reinstall the oil drain plug.
• Reinstall the baffle and other components removed
earlier. Make sure to secure these now.
• Put the mower back on its four wheels and on level
ground.
Refilling Fresh Oil
• Remove dipstick and refill with new oil (See FUEL
AND OIL RECOMMENDATIONS chapter).
NOTE: If you followed the second method of draining
oil, the dipstick is already removed from the engine.
• Check the oil level (See PREPARATION chapter),
and secure dipstick to the filler plug.
Cooling System Cleaning
Before each use, make sure recoil starter (A) is free
from grass and debris to prevent engine overheating.
Figure 13
Air Cleaner Service
CAUTION: To prevent excessive engine wear, do
not run the engine with the air cleaner
• Unfasten the air cleaner case (C) fastened with the
air cleaner body (D) by sliding the two fasteners (A)
toward the recoil starter (B).Then, with two hands,
pulling the two latches (E) toward you and upward
as shown, separate the air cleaner case from the air
cleaner body.
Figure 14
Dipstick
Crank Case
Muffler
Tilt mower so engine
tips this way
A. Oil Drain Plug (on
bottom of engine)
Baffle
WARNING: Engine oil is toxic substance.
Dispose of used oil properly. Contact your local
authorities for approved disposal methods for
possible recycling.
WARNING: Clean the elements in a well-
ventilated area and take care that there are no
sparks or flame anywhere near the working
area, this includes any appliance with a pilot
light. Do not use gasoline or low flash-point
solvents to clean the element. A fire or
explosion could result.