Refill Oil; Starter/Generator Belt - Cushman Refresher FS2 Owner's Manual

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EHICLE AINTENANCE
4. Inspect the new oil filter for any defects.
5. Apply engine oil to the oil filter o-ring (5).
6. Install the oil filter onto the engine until the o-ring con-
tacts the mounting surface of the engine. Turn the filter 2/
3 to 3/4 rotations by HAND(S).

Refill Oil

NOTICE: See RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND FLUIDS on page 48 for oil capacity and grade. The use of
an incorrect grade of engine oil can damage the engine. Always use the recommended grade. Do
not mix engine oils of different grades or viscosity.
Engine oil must be high quality oil that meets or exceeds API SF, SG, CC standards.
Do not overfill. Excessive oil can damage the engine. Add oil in small quantities with repeated level
checks.
1. To allow for possible residual oil left in the engine, add slightly less than the rated engine capacity (RECOM-
MENDED LUBRICANTS AND FLUIDS on page 48) into the fill hole.
2. Check oil level on the dipstick. The oil should be slightly below MAX to allow for expansion.
3. Add oil in small quantities with repeated level checks to make sure you are not overfilling the engine.
4. When the level is correct, replace the dipstick.
5. As a final check, check the oil level again with the vehicle on level ground.
Oil increases in volume when warm. The MAX mark on the dipstick is calibrated for an engine at operating tempera-
ture. When the engine is cold, the oil will be below the full mark. The engine can be operated safely as long as the oil
is within the safe operating range as indicated on the dipstick. Do not operate the vehicle if the oil level is below the
safe area indicated on the dipstick.

STARTER/GENERATOR BELT

Check the starter/generator belt at the initial service and then intervals indicated in the SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
CHART on page 46.
Tools
• Belt Tension Gauge
• Wrench, 3/4"
• Wrench, 9/16"
Never allow the tension to exceed 160 lbs (73 kg) while installing the belt.
At the time of installation, the belt must not be rolled over the installed edges of the
starter/generator or drive clutch pulleys. Excessive stretch in belt can cause cord failure.
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NOTICE: A loose belt can cause audible vibration and squeal.
1. New belt:
a. Tighten a new starter/generator belt to 110 - 130 lbs. (50 - 59
kg) tension when a gauge is applied half way between the
two pulleys.
b. A new belt may be checked manually. A maximum deflection
of 3/8" (10 mm) is acceptable.
2. Existing belt:
a. Tighten an existing belt to 75 - 80 lbs. (34 - 36 kg) tension
using the same technique.
b. Inspect for cracks or wear. A maximum deflection of 1/2" (13
mm) is acceptable.
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• Ratchet
• Socket, 3/4"
3/8" (1 cm) Maximum
Deflection (New Belt)
1/2" (1.3 cm) Maximum
Deflection (Existing Belt)