Dixon 13633-0702 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 left side of the engine crankcase (Model 4515 & 4518) and on the right side of the engine crankcase (Model 4516).

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

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

4.After engine is drained, tighten hex stem.

5.Change oil filter.

6.Fill with oil (see steps on next page).

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 Warranty Policy SpecificationsBlade Contact TIP Over RUN Over Back Over SafetySafety Alert Symbol Never carry passengers General OperationGeneral Operation Do not Slope OperationChildren Service Service Excluded Dixon Limited Warranty Policy Residential HydroModel ZTR 4515, 4516 SpecificationsSeat Adjustment Instructions Control Levers ControlsParking Brake To SET Parking BrakeTransmission Drive System Mower Deck CUT Height Lift Lever Blade DriveCircuit Breaker Throttle Control LeverBefore Operating Mower Operation InstructionsTo Free Wheel Machine Unlock Transmission Towing Trailers and Other AttachmentsTesting of Safety Interlock Systems Parking Brake Switch TestControl Lever Switch Test Blade Drive Switch Test Seat Switch TestEngine should Stop Starting Instructions 4515 Starting Instructions Side Discharge of the Clippings Grass Height and Cutting Suggestions Do not attempt to cut grass when it is wetMowing with a Mulching Attachment Mowing with a Mulching Attachment Mowing with a Grass Catcher Attachment Mowing with a Grass Catcher Attachment Maintenance Schedule Care and MaintenanceTires BatteryOFF Season Battery Storage EngineCutter Blade Maintenance Belt Tension BeltsNeutral Adjustment Stop engine and remove rear of machine from jack or blocks Neutral AdjustmentForward Travel Speed Adjustment Mower Deck Leveling Procedure Deck Removal Changing the Engine OIL OIL Fill Chassis Service IntervalsLubrication Brake SystemElectrical Systems Cleaning the MowerWarranty PARTS/SERVICEKohler AIR and OIL Filter Part Numbers Standard Service Parts ListDeck Briggs & Stratton AIR and OIL Filter Part NumbersEngine WON’T Turn Over TroubleshootingEngine Runs but Mower WON’T Move Forward Page Name Address Owner InformationZTRMowers