Lubrication; Checking The Engine's Oil Level; Replacing The Engine Oil - McCulloch M105-97F Operator's Manual

Checking the engine's oil level.

Check the oil level in the engine when the Front mower stands
horizontal with the engine switched off.
Open the engine cover.
Loosen the dipstick, pull it up and wipe it off.
The dipstick should be completely screwed down
Pull the dipstick out again and read the oil level.
The oil level should be between the markings on the dipstick.
The oil is topped up through the hole the dipstick sits in.
Fill the oil slowly. Tighten the dipstick correctly before starting
the engine. Start and run the engine at idling speed for
approx. 30 seconds. Turn off the motor. Wait 30 seconds and
check the oil level. If necessary fill so that the oil comes up to
the upper marking on the dipstick.
See the "Technical data" section for type of engine oil.
Do not mix different types of oil.

Lubrication

Replacing the engine oil

The engine oil should be changed the first time after 8 hours
running time. It should then be changed after every 50 hours
of running time.
When operating with a heavy load or at high ambient
temperatures, replace every 25 hours.
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1 Place a container underneath the engine's left oil drain
plug.
2 Remove the dipstick. Remove the drain plug from the
engine's left side.
3 Let the oil run out into the container.
4 Fit the drain plug and tighten it.
5 Fill with oil up to the "FULL" mark on the dipstick The oil is
topped up through the hole the dipstick sits in. See
Checking the engine's oil level for filling instructions.
The engine holds 1.5 litres (1.6 USqt) when the oil filter is
not replaced and 1.7 litres (1.8 USqt) of oil when the oil
filter is replaced.
6 Run the engine warm, then check that there is no leakage
from the oil plug.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Used engine oil, antifreeze etc. is a health hazard and must
not be disposed of on the ground or in nature; it should
always be disposed of at a workshop or appropriate
disposal location.
Avoid skin contact; wash with soap and water in case of
spills.
WARNING! Engine oil can be very hot if it is
drained directly after stopping the engine.
Allow the engine to cool somewhat first.
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