MOWER MAINTENANCE
Oil Service
Check the oil level daily before starting the engine and ensure that the correct oil level is maintained. Refer
Change the engine oil after the first 5 hours of operation and thereafter according to the ‘Maintenance Schedule’:-
1.Drain fuel by running the engine until the fuel tank is empty.
2.Remove the spark plug lead.
3.Allow the engine to cool.
4.Drain the oil while the engine is warm.(Not hot)
5.Tip the mower over on to its right hand side thus ensuring that the air cleaner is kept uppermost to prevent engine damage.
6.Remove the oil filler dipstick and drain the oil into a suitable container.
7.Refill with new oil of the recommended SAE viscosity grade. (Refer
Air Cleaner Service
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To service the air cleaner remove the air cleaner cover (1) by release- ing two top catches (2) and tilting away from body until lower tabs release. Remove cartridge (3) and clean by tapping gently on a flat sur- face. If very dirty or damaged replace.
-Do not brush
-Do not use petroleum solvents.
-Do not oil the cartridge.
After servicing, install the cartridge in the cover. Insert the tabs on the bottom of the cover into the slots in the bottom of the base. Tilt the cover upwards until the two catches (2) hold it in place.
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