Dixon 1950-2300 Series manual Changing the Engine OIL

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE

CAUTION

Hot oil may cause burns. Allow

engine to cool before draining oil.

 

CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL:

1.The “Dapco” oil drain valve is located on the right side of the engine crankcase on the 1950 and on the left side of the engine crankcase on the 2300.

2.Place a suitable container under the drain valve. The fitting of a short piece of hose will help direct the oil.

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

4.After engine is drained, tighten hex stem.

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

Hex Head Valve Stem

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Contents Series Important Read Carefully Index Safety Safety Alert Symbol General Operation General Operation Slope Operation Safety Slope OperationService Service Children Never allow children to operate the mowerDixon Limited Warranty Policy Specifications Model ZTR 1950Seat Adjustment Instructions Models 1950Controls Control LeversChoke Control Lever Throttle Control LeverParking Brake Hydro Gear SystemMower Deck CUT Height Lift Lever Blade DriveCircuit Breaker Operation Instructions TowingBefore Operating Mower To Free Wheel Machine Unlock Transmission Testing of Safety Interlock Systems Side Discharge of the Clippings Grass Height and Cutting Suggestions Starting Instructions cold engine Starting Instructions engine has been operated Mowing with a Mulching Attachment Mowing with a Mulching Attachment Mowing with a Grass Catcher Attachment Mowing with a Grass Catcher Attachment Operation Instructions Deck Rollers 60 deckCare and Maintenance Maintenance ScheduleTires BatteryEngine Cutter Blade Maintenance Belts Belt TensionFuel Shut OFF Valve LubricationChanging the Engine OIL OIL Fill OIL FiltersHydrostatic Transmission OIL & Filter Service Hydrostat OIL Maintenance Procedure PARTS/SERVICE Cleaning the MowerWarranty Electrical SystemsMower Deck Removal Mower Deck Leveling Procedure Mower Deck Leveling Procedure Steering Control Adjustments To adjust neutralSteering Control Adjustments To adjust neutral springsTroubleshooting Engine Runs but Mower WON’T Move Forward Standard Service Parts List DeckOwner Information ZTRMowers