Poulan PZ4822 manual Checking the oil level, Changing the Oil Filter

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LUBRICATION

Checking the oil level

Check the oil level in the engine when the machine is standing level and the engine is stopped.

Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and then replace it.

The dipstick should be screwed into place.

Take the dipstick out again and read the oil level.

The oil level shall lie between the markings on the dipstick. If the level is approaching the ”ADD” mark, fill the oil to the ”FULL” mark on the dipstick.

Never fill above the ”FULL” mark.

The oil is filled through the hole for the dipstick.

API class SF, SG, SH, SJ or higher must be used

Synthetic oil SAE 5W-30 or 10W30 is recommended at all temperatures.

Mineral oil SAE 5W-30, 10W30 can be used between 0 °F/-18 °C and 40 °F/+5 °C. At temperature above 40 °F/+5 °C single grade SAE 30 must be used.

The engine holds 1.5 quarts (1.4 liters) of oil excluding the filter; including the filter 1.6 quarts (1.5 liters).

2. Changing the Oil Filter

1.Drain the engine oil following the procedure described in Engine Oil/ Change Engine Oil section.

2.Remove the oil filter. If necessary, use a filter remover.

3.Wipe new, clean engine oil on the seal of the new filter.

4.Mount the filter by hand with + 3/4 turn.

5.Run the engine warm, then check that there are no leaks around the oil filter seal.

8011-500

Remove the dipstick

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The dipstick markings

8011-707

Changing the oil filter Briggs & Stratton

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Contents PZ4822 OPERATOR’S Manual Rider Series ContentsEnglish-2 Introduction IntroductionManufacturing Number Good ServiceSymbols and Decals Symbols and DecalsXxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxx xxx Xxxx xxxxxx Objects Engine is Running Moving sharp blades under cover Safety Instructions Safety InstructionsGeneral Operation English-8 Slope Operation Personal Safety EquipmentChildren Maintenance General Maintenance Risk of sparking Transport Customer responsibilities Controls ControlsControl Locations Tracking Motion Control LeversFuses Seat adjustment knobsBy pass linkages Refueling Blade switchChoke Control Ignition SwitchThrottle Control Parking Brake Hour MeterMachine must be stopped before activating the parking brake Cutting height pedal AccessoriesOperation OperationTraining Starting the Engine Before StartingDisengage the mower blades by depressing the blade switch Press in and turn the ignition key to the start position To remove cables, reverse order To start an engine with a weak batteryRunning Operating on hills Mowing Tips Stopping the Engine Moving by Hand Maintenance MaintenanceMaintenance Schedule = Described in this manual  = Not described in this manual Always use protective glasses when handling the battery BatteryTo clean battery and terminals Replacing batteryIgnition System Checking the Safety System Checking the Engines Cooling Air Intake Checking and Adjusting Throttle CableBriggs and Stratton engine Replacing the Air FilterChecking the Parking Brake Faulty adjustment can cause an accidentReplacing the Fuel Filter Checking Tire PressuresDeck belt Checking the V-beltsDeck belt installation To replace EZT E-Series Zeroturn Transaxle belt EZT beltEZT belt removal Checking the Blades Adjusting the Mower Deck To level deck Side-to-side adjustmentFront-to-back adjustment To adjust anti-scalp rollers Hardware Cleaning and WashingUse protective glasses when cleaning and washing Caster WheelsLubrication LubricationLubrication Schedule Engine Oil Briggs & Stratton Changing the Engine Oil Lubricating the CablesLubricating in Accordance with the Lubrication Schedule Caster wheelsOil drain valve Changing the Oil Filter Checking the oil levelTransmission Trouble Shooting Guide Trouble Shooting GuideProblem Cause Wrong fuel type English-58 Winter Storage ServiceStorage StorageWiring diagram Wiring DiagramsTechnical Data Technical DataZ4822 Equipment Torque Specifications Conformity Certificates Conformity CertificatesUSA requirements Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Service JournalService Journal Delivery ServiceAfter the First 5-8 Hours Hour Service English-68 English-69 English-70 At Least Once Each Year English-72 English-73 English-74

PZ4822 specifications

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