Dixon 14295-1005 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 oil drain valve is located on the lower left side of the engine crankcase.

2.Place a suitable container under the drain valve.

3.To drain, remove plug from 90 degree fitting.

4.After engine is drained, replace drain plug.

NOTE: Refer to engine manufacturer’s recommenda- tions for frequency of oil changes.

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Contents Safety Instructions Operator’s Manual Important Read Carefully Table of Contents Safety Safety Alert Symbol General Operation General Operation General Operation Slope Operation Slope Operation Do not Fire Hazards Fire Hazards Children Service Dixon ZTR Residential Warranty Policy Zeeter Residential MowerSpecifications BodyControls Control LeversParking Brake To SET Parking BrakeBefore Operating Mower Transmission Drive System Towing Trailers and Other AttachmentsMower Deck CUT Height Lift Lever Blade DriveThrottle Control Lever Operation Instructions Starting Instructions Testing of Safety Interlock Systems Engine should not turn over or attempt to startMowing with a Mulching Attachment Mowing with a Mulching Attachment Mowing with a Grass Catcher Attachment Mowing with a Grass Catcher Attachment Failure to observe the following instructionsSide Discharge of the Clippings Grass Height & Cutting Suggestions Care and Maintenance Maintenance ScheduleCutter Blade Maintenance Battery EngineLubrication Belt Tension TiresBelts PARTS/SERVICE Cleaning the MowerWarranty Electrical SystemsChanging the Engine OIL OIL Fill Mower Deck Leveling Procedure IllustrationB Rear Chain Adjustment MaintenanceDeck Removal Drive System Adjustments Engine AIR and OIL Filters Standard Service Parts ListBlades Troubleshooting Engine WON’T Turn OverMower Loses Power or Transmission Overheats Page Page Page OWNER’S Information Date OIL ChangedDixon INDUSTRIES, INC