Maintenance; Cleaning The Engine And Deck - White Outdoor GT 954H Operator's Manual

SECTION 7: MAINTAINING YOUR GARDEN TRACTOR
WARNING:
Before performing any
maintenance or repairs, disengage PTO, set
parking brake, stop engine and remove key to
prevent unintended starting.
Engine
Refer to the engine manual for maintenance details.
• Check engine oil level before each use as
instructed in the engine manual.
Oil Fill Cap
Oil Drain Hose
Oil Fill Tube
Figure 13
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 13.
• Pop open the protective cap on the end of the oil
drain valve to expose the drain port. See Figure 13.
• 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 13.
• 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.
Protective Cap
Drain Port
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• Refill the engine with new motor oil.
Refer to the engine manual for details
IMPORTANT:
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 the 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.
The use of a pressure washer to clean
IMPORTANT:
your tractor is not recommended. Direct water pressure
on electrical components and the engine could reduce
life of the tractor and its serviceability.
Deck Wash System
Your tractor's deck is equipped with a water port on its
surface as part of its deck wash system.
Use the deck wash system to rinse grass clippings from
the deck's underside and prevent the buildup of
corrosive chemicals. Complete the following steps
AFTER EACH MOWING:
1. Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your lawn,
near enough for your garden hose to reach.
Make certain the tractor's discharge chute
IMPORTANT:
is directed AWAY from your house, garage, parked
cars, etc.
2. Disengage the PTO (Blade Engage), set the
parking brake and stop the engine.
3. Thread the hose coupler (packaged with your
tractor's Operator's Manual) onto the end of your
garden hose.