5.1.6Service
a)Stop engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Remove key or spark plug wire(s).
b)See engine owner’s manual for cleaning instructions.
5.1.7Change engine oil.
Service Interval: See Engine Owner's Manual
NOTE: Change oil after first five (5) hours of operation. Follow engine manufacturer’s recommendations for future oil changes.
a)Disengage PTO.
b)Stop engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Remove ignition key or spark plug wire(s).
c)Drain oil while engine is warm from operation.
d)Oil drain valve is located on left hand side of engine. Place pan under machine to catch oil and open valve with 10 mm wrench. Allow oil to drain then close valve.
e)Replace the oil filter as per Engine Owner's Manual. Clean around oil filter and unscrew filter to remove.
Before reinstalling new filter, apply a thin coating of oil on the surface of the rubber seal. Turn filter clockwise until rubber seal contacts the filter adapter, then tighten filter an additional 2/3 to 3/4 turn.
f)Clean around oil fill cap and remove cap. Fill to the specified capacity and replace cap. Use oil as specified in Engine Owners Manual. Do not overfill.
g)Start the engine and check for leaks. Stop engine and recheck oil levels.
5.1.8Check hydraulic oil level. Service Interval: 40 hr.
a)Stop engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
b)Clean area around hydraulic reservoir cap and remove cap. Oil level should be to the top of the baffle inside the tank. If not, add oil. Use only Mobil 1
The baffle is labeled “HOT” and “COLD”. The oil level varies with the temperature of the oil. The “HOT” level shows the level of oil when it is at 225° F (107°C). The “COLD” level shows the level of the oil when it is a 75°F (24°C). Fill to the appropriate level depending upon the temperature of the oil. For example: If the oil is about 150°F (65°), fill to halfway between the “HOT” and “COLD” levels. If the oil is at room temperature (about 75°F (24°C)), fill only to the “COLD” level.
5.1.9Change hydraulic system filter.
Service Interval: After First 250 hrs, then yearly thereafter.
Note: Use only Exmark Part No.
a)Place unit on a level surface, stop engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Remove ignition key or spark plug wire(s).
b)Carefully clean area around filter. It is important that no dirt or contamination enters the hydraulic system.
c)Unscrew filter to remove and allow oil to drain from reservoir.
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