Engine Oil And Filter - HUSTLER Sport Operator's Manual

• Never attempt to start engine when there is a strong
odor of gasoline fumes present. Locate and correct
cause.
• Store fuel in an approved container and keep it out
of the reach of children. Never buy more than a 30
day supply of fuel.
• Do not fill fuel containers inside a vehicle or on a
truck or trailer bed with interior carpets or plastic
truck bed liners. Always place fuel containers on
the ground away from your vehicle before filling.
• When practical, remove gas powered equipment
from the truck or trailer and refuel the equipment
with its wheels on the ground. If this is not possible,
then refuel such equipment on the truck or trailer
using a portable container and not a fuel dispenser
nozzle. If a fuel dispenser nozzle must be used,
keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel
tank or container opening at all times until fueling is
complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.
• Never use gasoline for cleaning parts.
• Read and observe safety precautions elsewhere in
this manual.
WARNING
• Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed.
• Long-term exposure to vapors can cause serious
injury and illness.
• Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors.
• Keep face away from nozzle and gas tank or fuel
container opening.
• Keep gas away from eyes and skin.
• If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing imme-
diately.
The fuel tank is located in the mower's left fender.
Remove the fuel cap slowly.
When threading the fuel cap onto the filler neck, tighten the
cap until it begins to click, then, continue to turn it until at least
three clicks are heard.
IMPORTANT: Do not overfill the fuel tank. The fuel tank
should be filled no higher than the bottom of the fill neck.
The fuel system is designed to leave room for the fuel to expand
with fuel temperature changes.
WARNING
Overfilling fuel tank may cause the following:
• Engine damage
• Fire hazard!
Use regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or
higher. Maximum of 10% ethanol (E10) in fuel. Fuels with
REV H
greater than 10% ethanol, (such as E15, E20 and E85) voids
warranty. Fuels with greater than 10% ethanol are not approved
for use and such illegal use could cause equipment failure and
pose a fire hazard.
Refer to the engine owner's manual for fuel specification
requirements.

Engine Oil and Filter

If the engine has been running and is up to operating tem-
perature, allow the engine to cool before changing the oil.
Engine and engine oil will be very hot, so be very careful
when changing oil and wear the appropriate protective
gear to avoid being burned or exposed to engine oil.
Check engine oil daily and after every 4 hours of operation.
Mower must be on a level surface when checking oil. Refer to
engine manual and maintenance schedule for oil recommenda-
tion and capacities.
Change the engine oil and filter after the first 5 hours of oper-
ation and then per the engine manufacturer's recommendations
after that. If mower is being operated in extremely dirty condi-
tions, then it is recommended oil be changed more frequently.
IMPORTANT: After the new oil filter has been installed,
clean up any oil which may have spilled onto the engine plate,
muffler, and heat shield.
Draining the engine oil (units equipped with oil drain
valve as shown in Figure 4-2):
1. Locate the oil drain valve on the lower left side of the
engine.
2. Remove the dust cap.
3. Locate the oil drain hose that was supplied with the
machine. Be sure to clean and clear it of debris that might
block the flow of the engine oil.
4. Attach one end of the hose onto the oil drain valve nipple.
Make sure the hose is pushed all the way onto the valve.
5. Position the loose end of the hose out to the left side of
the mower so that it can drain into a suitable oil drain
container.
6. With the hose
counterclockwise and pull out to open the valve. Allow
10 minutes for engine oil to adequately drain.
7. After oil is drained, close the valve by pushing in on the
valve body and twisting it clockwise.
8. Once the valve is closed, carefully remove the oil drain
hose and clean up any spilled oil.
IMPORTANT: All oil drips or spills must be cleaned off
of the exhaust system before operating the machine.
9. Re-install the dust cap on the oil drain valve nipple.
10. Clean the oil drain hose and store it appropriately.
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WARNING
in position, twist the valve
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