3.Unlock drain valve by pushing inward slightly and turning counterclockwise.
4.To open, pull out on the drain valve.
5.After oil has drained completely, close and lock the drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise until the pin is in the locked position as shown.
6.Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto to the end of the drain valve.
7.Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip- stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see "PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual.
8.Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. Be sure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate read- ing. Keep oil at "FULl" line on dipstick.
ENGINE OIL FILTER
Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year.
AIR FILTER
Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Replace
100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first.
Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.
1.Pull up on air filter cover handle and rotate towards engine.
2.Remove cover.
3.Carefully remove air filter cartridge and
4.Clean base carefully to prevent debris from falling into carburetor.
NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge.
5.Place new
6.Align tabs on cover with slots in blower housing and replace cover.
7.Hook handle on cover and push down on handle to close.
IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such as kerosene, are not to be used to clean the cartridge. They may cause deterioration of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do not use pressurized air to clean cartridge.
Cartridge
Tabs
CLEAN AIR SCREEN
Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stub- born dried gum fibers.
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
Debris may clog the engine's air cool- ing system. Remove blower housing and
clean area shown to prevent overheating and engine damage.
Air Screen | Clean out chaff and debris |
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