Dixon 13087-0400 manual Changing the Engine OIL, OIL Fill, OIL Filters

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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.

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 clockwise with 10mm wrench or socket. Open to full open (approximately 7 turns).

4.After engine is drained tighten hex stem..

NOTE: Refer toenginemanufacturersrecommendationsforfrequencyofoilchanges.

Hex Head Valve Stem

OIL FILL:

1.Drain oil.

2.Clean any spilled oil from engine and chassis.

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

OIL FILTERS:

•Replace filter each time the oil is changed.

•These filters can be obtained from your authorized Briggs & Stratton engine dealer (P/N 492 932).

•The use of any other oil filter may cause damage to the engine.

PLEASE DISPOSE OF USED OILS AT PROPER COLLECTION CENTERS.

PROTECT YOUR ENVIRONMENT

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