Engine Oil Change
Drain the oil while the engine is warm to assure rapid and complete
draining.
NOTE: Used motor oil may cause skin oanoer if repeatedly left in contact
with the skin for prolonged periods.
Although this is unlikely, unless you handle used oil on a daily basis, it is
still advisable to thoroughly wash your hands with soap and water as soon
as possible after handling used oil.
1. Remove the cutter deck (see pages 56-57)
2. Raise the rear body.
3. Remove the oil filler cap and the drain plug, and drain the oil into a
suitable container.
4. Retighten the drain plug securely. Clean off the oil around the drain
Ph.
5. Refill to the upper level mark on the dipstick with the recommended oil
(see page 20). Tighten the oil filler cap securely.
OIL CAPACITY: 1 .I P (1.2 US qt)
OIL FILLER CAP
OIL DRAIN PLUG UPPER LEVEL
LOWER LEVEL
NOTE: Please dispose of used motor oil in a manner that doesn’t harm the
environment. We suggest you take it in a sealed container to your local
service station for reclamation. Do not throw it in the trash or pour it on
the ground or down a drain.
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