Dixon ZTRCLASSIC manual Changing the Engine OIL, OIL Fill

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE

	CAUTION	HOT oil may cause burns. Allow
	CAUTION	engine to cool before draining oil.
		engine to cool before draining oil.

CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL:

1.The “Dapco” oil drain valve is located on the left side of the engine crankcase.

2.Place a suitable container under the drain valve hose.

3.To drain, turn hex head valve stem counter-- clockwise with 10mm wrench or socket. Open to full open (approximately 7 turns).

4.After engine is drained, tighten hex stem.

5.Change the oil filter.

6.Fill with oil (see steps below).

NOTE: Refer to engine manufacturer’s recommendations for frequency of oil changes.

Hex Head Valve Stem

OIL FILL:

1.Clean any spilled oil from engine and chassis.

2.Refill engine with type, and quantity of oil recommended by the engine manufacturer in engine literature.

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