MOWER MAINTENANCE
Oil Service Continued
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 machine over on to its side ensuring that the air cleaner is uppermost.
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
Storage
During transport and storage ensure the fuel cap vent knob and fuel line are closed.
Engines stored in excess of 30 days need to be protected with a fuel additive or drained of fuel to prevent gum from forming in the fuel system or on essential carburettor parts. To ensure your mower is maintained in good working order it is important that the following procedure is adopted. Refer to the engine handbook as necessary.
Drain fuel from the engine by operating the engine until it stops.
Disconnect the spark plug lead, turn off fuel valve lever.
Change the engine oil.
Remove the engine spark plug and pour 15ml of engine oil into the engine cylinder and replace the spark plug. Do not exceed the stated volume of oil as engine damage may occur on
Clean grass and debris from the engine cylinder, cylinder head cooling fins, under top cowl, and around and behind exhaust/exhaust guard.
Lubricate the mower.
Treat metal parts with a water repellent
Cover the mower with a protective sheet and store it in a dry, ventilated area.
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