10.
Install the cover orienting the rubber outlet valve
in a downward position—between approximately
5 o'clock to 7 o'clock when viewed from the end.
11.
Secure the cover latches.
Changing the Engine Oil
and Filter
Service Interval: After the first 50 hours
Every 150 hours
1.
Park the machine on a level surface, lower the
cutting units, engage the parking brake, shut off
the engine, and remove the key.
2.
Remove either drain plug
the oil flow into a drain pan. When the oil stops
flowing, install the drain plug.
Figure 54
1. Engine-oil drain plugs
3.
Remove the oil filter
Figure 55
1. Engine oil filter
4.
Apply a light coat of clean oil to the new filter
seal, and install the filter.
Important:
Do not overtighten the filter.
5.
Add oil to the crankcase; refer to
Engine-Oil Level (page
(Figure
54) and let
(Figure
55).
Checking the
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Fuel System
Maintenance
Servicing the Fuel Tank
Service Interval: Every 2 years—Drain and clean the
Park the machine on a level surface, lower the cutting
units, engage the parking brake, shut off the engine,
and remove the key.
Drain and clean the tank if the fuel system becomes
contaminated or if the machine will be stored for an
extended period of time. Use clean fuel to flush out
the tank.
Inspecting the Fuel Lines
and Connections
Service Interval: Every 400 hours/Yearly (whichever
Park the machine on a level surface, lower the cutting
units, engage the parking brake, shut off the engine,
and remove the key from the ignition switch.
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Inspect the fuel lines and connections for deterioration,
damage, or loose connections.
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fuel tank.
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