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Operation
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine
from the normal operating position.
Each time before you mow, ensure that the self-propel drive
and the blade-control bar operate properly. When you release
the blade-control bar, the blade and self-propel drive should
stop. If they do not, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
CAUTION
This machine produces sound levels in excess of
85dBA at the operator's ear and can cause hearing
loss through extended periods of exposure.
Wear hearing protection when operating this
machine.
1. Warning—wear hearing protection.
Checking the Engine Oil Level
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
The oil capacity of the engine crankcase (with oil filter) is 29
ounces (0.85 liters). Use only high-quality SAE 30 or SAE
10W30 weight detergent oil that has the American Petroleum
Institute (API) service classification SF, SG, SH, or SJ.
Before each use, ensure that the oil level is between the Add
and Full marks on the dipstick (Figure 12).
Figure 11
1. Dipstick
2. Full
1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
2. Move the machine to a level surface.
3. Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap
counterclockwise and pulling it out (Figure 12).
4. Wipe the dipstick clean with a clean cloth.
5. Insert the dipstick fully into the filler neck, then remove
the dipstick.
6. Read the oil level on the dipstick (Figure 12).
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If the oil level is below the Add mark on the
dipstick, slowly pour a small amount of oil into
the oil-fill tube, wait 3 minutes, and repeat steps 4
through 6 until the oil level is at the Full mark on
the dipstick.
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If the oil level is above the Full mark on the
dipstick, drain the excess oil until the oil level
on the dipstick is at the Full mark. Refer to
Changing the Engine Oil (page 16).
Important: If the oil level in the crankcase is
too low or too high and you run the engine,
you may damage the engine.
7. Insert the dipstick into the filler neck securely.
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Figure 12
3. Add
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