Husqvarna Z18 manual Changing the Oil Filter, Transmission

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LUBRICATION

Checking the oil level

Check the oil level in the engine when the machine is standing level and the engine is stopped.

Pull up the dipstick, wipe it clean and then replace it.

The dipstick must be fully pushed down.

Take the dipstick out again and read the oil level.

The oil level should lie between the markings on the dipstick. If the level is approaching the ”ADD” mark, ﬁll with oil to the ”FULL” mark on the dipstick.

Never ﬁll to above the ”FULL” mark.

The oil is ﬁlled through the hole for the dipstick.

API class SF, S6, SH, SJ or higher must be used syntetic oil is recommended SAE 5W-20, 5W-30. Mineral oil can be used SAE 10W-30. The engine holds 1.6 qt/1.5 liters excl ﬁlter or 1.7 qt/1.6 liters including ﬁlter.

3. Changing the Oil Filter

1.Drain the engine oil following the procedure described in Engine Oil/ Change Engine Oil section.

2.Remove the oil ﬁlter. If necessary, use a ﬁlter remover.

3.Wipe new, clean engine oil on the seal of the new ﬁlter.

4.Mount the ﬁlter by hand with + 3/4 turn.

5.Run the engine warm, then check that there are no leaks around the oil ﬁlter seal.

6.Check the oil level in the engine, ﬁll

if necessary. The oil ﬁlter holds 0.1 liters of oil.

Transmission

The transmission is maintenance free. There is no need for level checks or oil changes. If a leak occurs, replace the unit or contact your Husqvarna dealer.

8009-159

The dipstick markings

8011-739

Changing the oil ﬁlter Kohler

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Contents Z18 EnglishPage Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Rider SeriesEnglish Introduction IntroductionGood Service Manufacturing NumberSymbols and Decals Symbols and DecalsXxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxx xxx Xxxx xxxxxx Passengers Safety Instructions Safety InstructionsGeneral Use Hearing Do as follows Driving on SlopesDo not Children Utility BoxMaintenance Risk of sparking Use protective glasses for maintenance work TransportCustomer responsibilities Controls ControlsControl Locations Motion Control Levers TrackingSeat adjustment knobs FusesBy pass linkages Blade switch RefuelingChoke Control Ignition SwitchThrottle Control Parking Brake Hour MeterMachine must be stopped before activating the parking brake Accessories Cutting height pedalOperation OperationTraining Before Starting Starting the EngineDisengage the mower blades by depressing the blade switch Press in and turn the ignition key to the start position To start an engine with a weak battery To remove cables, reverse orderRunning Operating on hills Mowing Tips Stopping the Engine Moving by Hand Maintenance MaintenanceMaintenance Schedule = Described in this manual = Not described in this manual To clean battery and terminals BatteryReplacing battery Ignition System Checking the Safety System Checking and Adjusting Throttle Cable Checking the Engines Cooling Air IntakeReplacing the Air Filter Kohler engineInstall the cover and tighten the knobs by Checking Tire Pressures Faulty adjustment can cause an accidentReplacing the Fuel Filter Checking the Parking BrakeChecking the V-belts Deck beltDeck belt installation To replace EZT E-Series Zeroturn Transaxle belt EZT beltEZT belt removal Always use protective gloves when handling the blades Checking the BladesAdjusting the Mower Deck Side-to-side adjustment To level deckFront-to-back adjustment To adjust anti-scalp rollers Caster Wheels Cleaning and WashingUse protective glasses when cleaning and washing HardwareLubrication Lubrication ScheduleCaster wheels Lubricating the CablesLubricating in Accordance with the Lubrication Schedule Engine Oil Briggs & Stratton Changing the Engine OilOil drain valve Checking the oil level Engine oil Kohler Changing the engine oil Changing the Oil Filter TransmissionTrouble Shooting Guide Trouble Shooting GuideProblem Cause Trouble Shooting Guide English-59 Storage ServiceStorage Winter StorageWiring Diagrams Wiring diagramTechnical Data Technical DataZ18 Equipment Torque Speciﬁcations Conformity Certificates Conformity CertiﬁcatesDelivery Service Service JournalService Journal ActionAfter the First 5-8 Hours Hour Service English-69 Service Journal English-71 At Least Once Each Year Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Service Journal English-75 ´z+RP¶6P¨ English-77 115 04 ´z+RP¶6P¨ ´z+RP¶6P¨