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Figure 30
3. Install the cover.
Changing the Engine Oil
Change the engine oil after the first 5 operating hours;
change it yearly thereafter.
Run the engine a few minutes before changing the oil
to warm it. Warm oil flows better and carries more
contaminants.
1. Refer to Preparing for Maintenance.
2. Remove the dipstick (Figure 31).
Figure 31
3. Tip the mower onto its side (with the air filter up) to
drain the used oil out through the oil fill tube (Figure
32).
Figure 32
4. Slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube until the oil level
reaches the Full line on the dipstick (Figure 33). Do not
overfill. (Max. fill: 0.59 l, type: SAE 30W detergent
oil with an API service classification of SF, SG, SH, SJ,
SL, or higher.)
Figure 33
5. Install the dipstick securely.
6. Dispose of the used oil properly at a local recycling
center.
Lubricating the Self-propel
Drive
1. Wipe the grease fittings on the rear wheel height
adjustment levers with a clean rag (Figure 34).
Figure 34
1. Grease tting
2. Install a grease gun onto each fitting in turn and gently
apply 1 or 2 pumps of #2 multi-purpose lithium grease
to each.
Important: Excess grease may damage the
seals and prevent the wheel clutch from properly
operating.
Replacing the Blade
Important: You will need a torque wrench to install
the blade properly. If you do not have a torque wrench
or are uncomfortable performing this procedure,
contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
Examine the blade whenever you run out of gasoline. If the
blade is damaged or cracked, replace it immediately. If the
blade edge is dull or nicked, have it sharpened or replace it.
The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result
in serious personal injury.
Wear cloth or leather gloves when servicing the
blade.
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