Lubrication
Choose an oil with viscosity according to the temperature ranges in the figure:
Do not mix different types of oil.
Caution when using oils such as
Replacing the engine oil
Open the engine cover.
The engine oil should be changed the first time after 8 hours running time. It should then be changed after every 100 hours of running time.
When operating with a heavy load or at high ambient temperatures, replace every 50 hours.
WARNING! Engine oil can be very hot if it is
!drained directly after stopping the engine. Allow the engine to cool somewhat first.
1Place a container underneath the engine’s left oil drain plug.
2Remove the dipstick. Remove the drain plug from the engine’s left side.
3Let the oil run out into the container.
4Fit the drain plug and tighten it.
5If necessary fill so that the oil comes up to the FULL mark on the dipstick. The oil is topped up through the hole the dipstick sits in.
6Run the engine warm, then check that there is no leakage from the oil plug.
Check the engine oil level and top up if necessary.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Used engine oil, antifreeze etc. is a health hazard and must not be disposed of on the ground or in nature; it should always be disposed of at a workshop or appropriate disposal location.
Avoid skin contact; wash with soap and water in case of spills.
Lubricate the hydrostatic cable with links
Remove the transmission cover.
Lubricate the joints and bearings on the left side with oil.
Remove the rubber casing and lubricate the hydrostatic transmission cable with oil.
Press the pedal a few times, lubricate again and refit the rubber casing.
Replace the transmission cover.
Changing the oil filter
! | WARNING! |
Engine oil can be very hot if it is drained | |
directly after stopping the engine. Allow the | |
| engine to cool somewhat first. |
Open the engine cover.
•Turn the old oil filter
•Lightly lubricate the rubber seal on the new oil filter using new oil.
•Fit the oil filter by turning clockwise. Turn by hand until the rubber seal is seated. Now tighten a further half turn.
•Start the engine and let it idle for about 3 minutes. Now stop it and check for signs of leakage.
•Check the engine oil level and top up if necessary.
IMPORTANT!
Used engine oil and transmission oil is hazardous to health and must not be disposed of in the ground or out of doors.
Replaced filters must be handed in to the workshop or other allotted place for disposal.
Avoid skin contact; wash with soap and water in case of spills.
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