Murray Parklander2690997 Operator's Manual page 30

Maintenance
Carburetor Adjustment
Never make adjustments to the carburetor. The carburetor
was set at the factory to operate efficiently under most
conditions. However, if adjustments are required, see a
Briggs & Stratton Authorized Dealer for service.
How To Change The Oil (Figure 7, 23, 24)
Used oil is a hazardous waste product and must be disposed
of properly. Do not discard with household waste. Check
with your local authorities, service center, or dealer for safe
disposal/recycling facilities.
Remove Oil
1. With engine off but still warm, disconnect the spark
plug wire and keep it away from the spark plug.
2. (Figure 7) Remove the dipstick (A).
3. (Figure 23) Remove the oil drain plug (A). Drain the oil
into an approved container.
NOTE: Oil drain plug may vary according to model.
4. After the oil has drained, install and tighten the oil drain
plug.
Change The Oil Filter (if equipped)
Some models are equipped with oil filter. For replacement
intervals, see the Maintenance chart.
1. Drain the oil from the engine. See Remove Oil section.
2. (Figure 24) Remove the oil filter (A) and dispose of
properly.
3. Before you install the new oil filter, lightly lubricate the
oil filter gasket with fresh, clean oil.
4. Install the oil filter by hand until the gasket contacts
the oil filter adapter, then tighten the oil filter 1/2 to 3/4
turns.
5. Add oil. See Add Oil section.
6. Start and run the engine. As the engine warms up,
check for oil leaks.
7. (Figure 7) Stop the engine and check the oil level. It
should be at the top of the full indicator (B) on the
dipstick (A).
Add Oil
• Place the unit on a level surface.
• Clean the oil fill area of any debris.
• See the Specifications section for oil capacity.
1. (Figure 7) Remove the dipstick (A) and wipe with a
clean cloth.
2. Pour the oil slowly into the engine oil fill (C). Do not
overfill. After adding oil, wait one minute and then
check the oil level.
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3. Install and tighten the dipstick.
4. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level. It should
be at the top of the full indicator (B) on the dipstick.
5. Install and tighten the dipstick.
How To Service The Air Filter (Figure 25)
WARNING: Fuel and its vapors are extremely
flammable and explosive. Fire or explosion can
cause severe burns or death.
• Never start or run the engine with the air cleaner
assembly (if equipped) or the air filter (if equipped)
removed.
NOTE: Do not use pressurized air or solvents to clean the
filter. Pressurized air can damage the filter and solvents will
dissolve the filter.
The air filter system uses a cylindrical cartridge air filter.
Some models are also equipped with a pre-cleaner that can
be washed and reused.
1. Remove the fasteners (A) and the air filter cover (B).
2. To remove the filter (C), lift the end of the filter and
then pull the filter off the intake (D).
3. Remove the pre-cleaner (E), if equipped, from the
filter.
4. To loosen debris, gently tap the filter on a hard surface.
If the filter is excessively dirty, replace with a new filter.
5. Wash the pre-cleaner in liquid detergent and water.
Then allow it to thoroughly air dry. Do not oil the pre-
cleaner.
6. Assemble the dry pre-cleaner to the filter.
7. Install the filter on the intake. Push the end of the filter
into the base as shown. Make sure filter fits securely in
the base.
8. Install air filter cover and secure with fasteners.
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