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SECTION 8: MAINTENANCE
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
The engine is located behind the operator seat.
FUEL TANK
The fuel tank filler cap is located on the left-rear fender panel. Take the fuel cap off by unscrewing. Fill the gas
tank from this point. The fuel tank has approximately a 4.0 gallon capacity.
WARNING:
when filling fuel tank. Do not fill closer than 1/2" from the top of the fuel tank to prevent spills and to allow
for fuel expansion.
CHECKING HYDRAULIC OIL
Check the oil level of hydraulic units only when the:
• Engine is off (not running).
Practice the following maintenance schedule when checking hydraulic oil:
1. Flip seat up. (See Figure 16)
2. Clean the area around the hydraulic oil dipstick to prevent debris from entering the crankcase.
3. Wipe clean and fully insert the fill plug/dipstick (screw in).
4. Remove the hydraulic fill plug/dipstick and read the level:
If hydraulic oil level is:
Inside operating range
Below operating range
Above operating range
5. Reinstall the dipstick completely into the fill tube.
Operating
Range
Never fill the fuel tank indoors, with engine running or while engine is hot. Do not smoke
If:
Initial break-in (first 5 hours of
operation)
Normal operation
Hydraulic Fill Plug/
Dipstick
Check oil:
Before each use and after every
hour of operation
50 hours
Then:
Do nothing.
Add hydraulic oil before operating.
Check for leaks.
Drain excess oil before operating.
Hydraulic Fill Point
Figure 16
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