Changing The Engine Oil; Replacing The Spark Plug - Toro Power Max HD 1028 OHXE 38826 Operator's Manual

Changing the Engine Oil

Service Interval: After the first 5 hours—Change the engine
oil.
Every 50 hours—Change the engine oil. Change the
engine oil every 25 operating hours when operating
the engine under a heavy load.
If possible, run the engine just before changing the oil because
warm oil flows better and carries more contaminants.
Use automotive detergent oil with an API service classification
of SF, SG, SH, SJ, SL, or higher. Refer to your engine owner's
manual.
Use Figure 47 below to select the best oil viscosity for the
outdoor temperature range expected:
Engine Oil Capacities
Model
38826
1. Clean the area around the oil drain cap
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1. Oil drain plug
2. Slide an oil drain pan under the drain extension and
remove the oil drain plug.
Figure 47
Engine Oil Capacity
30 to 32 oz. (0.89 to 0.95 l)
(Figure
Figure 48
Note: When removing the plug, ensure the tube does
not loosen.
3. Drain the oil.
Note: Dispose of the used oil properly at a local
recycling center.
4. Install the oil drain plug.
5. Fill the crankcase with oil. Refer to Filling the Engine
Crankcase with Oil.

Replacing the Spark Plug

Service Interval: Every 100 hours—Replace the spark plug.
WARNING
Replacing the spark plug while the engine is hot
can result in burns.
Wait until the engine is cool to replace the spark
plug.
Use a Toro spark plug or equivalent (Champion® RN9YC or
NGK BPR6ES).
1. Remove the boot
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48).
1. Spark plug boot
2. Clean around the base of the spark plug.
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(Figure 49).
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Figure 49