Servicing The Engine Oil - Exmark RADIUS Operation Manual

Maintenance
5. Remove the safety filter only if you intend to
replace it.
Important: Do not attempt to clean the
safety filter. If the safety filter is dirty, then
the primary filter is damaged. Replace both
filters.
6. Inspect the primary filter for damage by looking
into the filter while shining a bright light on the
outside of the filter.
Note: Holes in the filter appear as bright spots.
If the filter is damaged, discard it.
Servicing the Primary
Filter–Kawasaki Engine
• If the primary filter is dirty, bent, or damaged,
replace it.
• Do not clean the primary filter.
Servicing the Safety Filter–Kawasaki
Engine
Replace the safety filter, never clean it.
Important: Do not attempt to clean the safety
filter. If the safety filter is dirty, then the primary
filter is damaged. Replace both filters.
Installing the Filters–Kawasaki
Engine
Important: To prevent engine damage, always
operate the engine with both air filters and the
cover installed.
1. If installing new filters, check each filter for
shipping damage.
Note: Do not use a damaged filter.
2. If you are replacing the safety filter, carefully slide
it into the filter body (see Figure 30).
3. Carefully slide the primary filter over the safety
filter.
Note: Ensure that the primary filter is fully
seated by pushing on its outer rim while installing
it.
Important: Do not press on the soft inside
area of the filter.
4. Install the air cleaner cover with the side indicated
as up facing upward and secure the latches.

Servicing the Engine Oil

Checking the Engine Oil
Level–Exmark 708cc Engine
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
Important: Do not overfill the crankcase with oil
and run the engine; engine damage may result.
1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage
the blade control switch, stop the engine, engage
parking brake, and remove the key.
2. Make sure the engine is stopped, level, and is cool
so the oil has had time to drain into the sump.
3. To keep dirt, grass clippings, etc., out of
the engine, clean the area around the oil fill
cap/dipstick before removing it.
4. Check the engine oil level.
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