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SERVICE
Service
Engine Warranty Maintenance Statement
Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control
devices and systems on this engine, which are being done
at the customers expense, may be performed by any
nonroad engine repair establishment or individual.
Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized
Scotts servicing dealer.
Adjusting Carburetor
NOTE: Carburetor is calibrated by the engine
manufacturer and should not require any adjustments.
NOTE: If engine is operated at altitudes above 1829 m
(6,000 ft), some carburetors may require a special high
altitude main jet. See your authorized Scotts servicing
dealer.
If engine is hard to start or runs rough, check the
TROUBLESHOOTING section of this manual.
After performing the checks in the troubleshooting section
and your engine is still not performing correctly, contact
your authorized Scotts servicing dealer.
Avoid Fumes
Engine Oil
Use oil viscosity based on the expected air temperature
range during the period between oil changes.
The following John Deere oils are preferred:
• TORQ-GARD SUPREME® (SAE 30)
The following John Deere oils are also recommended,
based on their specified temperature range:
• TURF-GARD® (SAE 10W-30)
• PLUS-4® (SAE 10W-30)
Other oils may be used if above John Deere oil is not
available, provided they meet one of the following
specifications:
• SAE 10W-30–API Service Classification SG or higher
• SAE 30–API Service Classification SC or higher
Checking Engine Oil Level
1. Stop engine. Put mower on a level surface.
cCAUTION: Avoid injury! Engine exhaust fumes
can cause sickness or death:
• If it is necessary to run an engine in an
enclosed area, use an exhaust pipe extension
to remove the fumes.
• Always try to work in a well ventilated area.
cCAUTION: Avoid injury! Before you check or
add oil, STOP engine. Let it cool.
AIR TEMPERATURE
SAE 30
SAE10W-30
SAE 5W-30
122° F
104° F
86° F
68° F
50° F
32° F
14° F
-4° F
-22° F
-40° F
50° C
40° C
30° C
20° C
10° C
0° C
-10° C
-20° C
-30° C
-40° C