Lubrication; Service - White Outdoor LT-542KH Operator's Manual

Changing Engine Oil
• Unscrew oil fill cap and remove dipstick from the oil
fill tube. See SECTION 9:.
• Pop open the protective cap on the end of the oil
drain valve to expose the oil drain port. See
SECTION 9:.
• Push oil drain hose (packed with unit) onto the oil
drain port. Route the opposite end of the hose into
an appropriate oil collection container with a
capacity great enough to collect the used oil.
• Push the oil drain valve in slightly, then rotate
counterclockwise and pull outward to begin draining
oil. See SECTION 9:.
• Service the oil filter (if so equipped) as instructed in
the separate engine manual packed with your unit.
Perform the above steps in the opposite order after oil
has finished draining.
• Refill the engine with new motor oil.
IMPORTANT:
Refill the engine with the proper
capacity and weight of motor oil as instructed in the
separate engine manual.
Service air cleaner every 25 hours under normal
conditions. Clean every few hours under extremely
SECTION 9: LUBRICATION
WARNING:
inspecting, always disengage PTO, move shift
lever into neutral position, set parking brake,
stop engine and remove key to prevent
unintended starting.
Engine
Lubricate the engine with motor oil as instructed in the
Engine Owner's Manual packed with your unit.
Pivot Points & Linkage
Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive system,
parking brake and lift linkage at least once a season with
light oil.
SECTION 10: SERVICE
TIRES
WARNING:
inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of the
tire.
The recommended operating tire pressure is 10 psi for
the rear tires and 14 psi for the front tires. Refer to the
tire sidewall for exact tire manufacturer's recommended
or maximum psi. Do not overinflate. Uneven tire
pressure could cause the cutting deck to mow unevenly.
Before lubricating, repairing, or
Never exceed the maximum
dusty condition. To service the air cleaner, refer to the
separate engine manual packed with your unit.
The spark plug(s) should be cleaned and the gap reset
once a season. Spark plug replacement is
recommended at the start of each mowing season;
check engine manual for correct plug type and gap
specifications.
Oil Fill Cap
Oil Drain Hose
Oil Fill Tube
NOTE:
Single-cylinder engine shown.
Valve location will vary with engine style.
Transmission
The hydrostatic transmission is sealed at the factory. Oil
level cannot be checked nor can the oil be changed.
Front Wheels
Each of the front wheel axles is equipped with a grease
fitting. Lubricate with a grease gun after every 25 hours
of tractor operation.
Rear Wheels
The rear wheels should be removed from the axles once
a season. Lubricate the axles and the rims well with an
all-purpose grease before re-installing them.
CUTTING BLADES
WARNING:
remove ignition key, disconnect the spark plug
wire(s) and ground against the engine to
prevent unintended starting before removing
the cutting
replacement. Protect your hands by using
heavy gloves or a rag to grasp the cutting
blade.
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Protective Cap
Oil Drain Valve
Oil Drain Port
Figure 21
Be sure to shut the engine off,
blade(s) for sharpening or