Lubrication
Checking the engine’s oil level.
Check the oil level in the engine when the Rider stands horizontal with the engine switched off.
Open the engine cover.
Loosen the dipstick, pull it up and wipe it off.
The dipstick should be completely screwed down
Pull the dipstick out again and read the oil level.
The oil level should be between the markings on the dipstick. If the level is approaching the ADD mark, top up the oil to the FULL mark on the dipstick.
ADD
FULL
ADDFULL
The oil is topped up through the hole the dipstick sits in.
Fill the oil slowly. Tighten the dipstick correctly before starting the engine. Start and run the engine at idling speed for approx. 30 seconds.Turn off the engine. Wait 30 seconds and check the oil level. If necessary fill so that the oil comes up to the FULL mark on the dipstick.
First and foremost use synthetic engine oil class
Do not mix different types of oil.
Replacing the engine oil
The engine oil should be changed the first time after 5 hours running time. It should then be changed after every 50 hours of running time.
When operating with a heavy load or at high ambient temperatures, replace every 25 hours.
WARNING! Engine oil can be very hot if it is
!drained directly after stopping the engine. Allow the engine to cool somewhat first.
1 Place 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.
4 Fit the drain plug and tighten it.
5Fill with oil up to the ”FULL” mark on the dipstick The oil is topped up through the hole the dipstick sits in. See Checking the engine’s oil level for filling instructions.
The engine holds 1.5 litres (1.6 USqt) when the oil filter is not replaced and 1.7 litres (1.8 USqt) of oil when the oil filter is replaced.
6Run the engine warm, then check that there is no leakage from the oil plug.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Used engine oil 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.
Checking the oil level in the transmission on Rider 13 C, Rider 16 AWD and Rider 16 C
1Remove the transmission cover. Undo the two screws (one on each side) and lift off the transmission cover.
2Rider 13 C and Rider 16 C Check that there is oil in the transmission’s oil tank. Fill if necessary with engine oil SAE 10W/30 (class
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