CARE AND MAINTENANCE

CAUTION HOT oil may cause burns. Allow engine to cool before draining oil.

CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL:

1.The "Dapco" oil drain valve is located on the left side of the engine crankcase.

2.Place a suitable container under the drain valve. The short piece of hose will help direct the oil.

3.To drain turn hex head valve stem counter clockwise with 10mm wrench or socket. Open to full (approximately 7 turns).

4.After engine is drained tighten hex stem..

NOTE: Refer toenginemanufacturersrecommendationsforfrequencyofoilchanges.

Hex Head

Valve Stem

OIL FILL:

1.Drain oil.

2.Clean any spilled oil from engine and chassis.

3.Refill engine with type, and quantity of oil recommended by the engine manufacturer in engine literature.

NOTE: Engine oil changes on the 5000 Series Models will require replacement of the oil filter. These filters can now be obtained from any authorized Dixon Dealer.

PROTECT YOUR INVESTMENT:

The use of non-original oil or air filters may result in damage to the engine and a loss of warranty. Listed on Page 43 are the correct part numbers for each engine in the 5000

Series Dixon Mowers.

PLEASE DISPOSE OF USED OILS AT PROPER COLLECTION CENTERS

PROTECT YOUR ENVIRONMENT

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Dixon ZTR 5017Twin manual Changing the Engine OIL, OIL Fill, Protect Your Investment