Murray 425014X92E Instruction Book page 20

Change the oil after every 25 hours of op-
eration or at least once a year if the trac-
tor is not used for 25 hours in one year.
Check the crankcase oil level before
starting the engine and after each eight
(8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fi ll
cap/dipstick securely each time you check
the oil level.
Check the crankcase oil level before start-
ing the engine and after each eight (8)
hours of operation. Tighten oil fi ll cap/
dipstick securely each time you check the
oil level.
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL
Determine temperature range expected
before oil change. All oil must meet API
service classifi cation SG-SL.
• Be sure tractor is on level surface.
• Oil will drain more freely when warm.
• Catch oil in a suitable container.
1. Remove oil fi ll cap/dipstick. Be careful
not to allow dirt to enter the engine
when changing oil.
2. Remove yellow cap from end of drain
valve and install the drain tube onto the
fi tting.
Oil Drain Valve
Closed
and
Locked
Position
Yellow Cap
3. Un lock drain valve by pushing inward
slightly and turning counterclockwise.
4. To open, pull out on the drain valve.
5. After oil has drained completely, close
and lock the drain valve by pushing
inward and turning clock wise until the
pin is in the locked position as shown.
6. Remove the drain tube and replace the
cap onto the end of the drain valve.
7. Refi ll engine with oil through oil fi ll dip-
stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfi ll.
For approximate capacity see "PROD-
UCT SPEC I FI CA TIONS" section of this
man u al.
8. Use gauge on oil fi ll cap/dipstick for
checking level. For accurate reading,
tighten dipstick cap securely onto the
tube before removing dipstick. Keep oil
at "FULL" line on dipstick. Tighten cap
onto the tube securely when fi nished.
CLEAN AIR SCREEN
Air screen must be kept free of dirt and
chaff to prevent engine dam age from
overheating. Clean with a wire brush or
compressed air to re move dirt and stub-
born dried gum fi bers.
AIR FILTER
Your engine will not run properly using
a dirty air fi lter. Service air cleaner more
often under dusty conditions. See Engine
Manual.
MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffl er and
spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre-
ate a fi re hazard and/or dam age.
SPARK PLUG(S)
Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning
of each mowing season or after every
100 hours of operation, whichever occurs
fi rst. Spark plug type and gap setting are
shown in "PROD UCT SPEC I FI CA TIONS"
section of this manual.
IN-LINE FUEL FILTER
The fuel fi lter should be replaced once
each season. If fuel fi lter becomes
clogged, ob struct ing fuel fl ow to car bu -
re tor, re place ment is re quired.
1. With engine cool, remove fi lter and
plug fuel line sec tions.
2. Place new fuel fi lter in position in fuel
line with arrow pointing towards carbu-
retor.
3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and
Drain
clamps are properly positioned.
Tube
4. Immediately wipe up any spilled gaso-
line.
Clamp
Fuel Filter
CLEANING
• Clean engine, battery, seat, fi nish, etc.
of all foreign matter.
• Keep fi nished surfaces and wheels free
of all gasoline, oil, etc.
• Protect painted surfaces with au to -
mo tive type wax.
We do not recommend using a garden
hose or pressure washer to clean your
tractor unless the engine and transmis-
sion are covered to keep water out. Water
in engine or transmission will shorten the
useful life of your tractor. Use compressed
air or a leaf blower to remove grass,
leaves and trash from tractor and mower.
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