•Put the mower back to its operating position (on all four wheels).

Dipstick

Crank Case

Muffler

Tilt mower so engine tips this way

Figure 11

2. Using Oil Drain Plug

IMPORTANT: The oil drain plug on this engine is located at the bottom and can only be accessed by removing the baffle and other components . This method of draining oil involves complicated steps. The first method, described earlier, is simpler and takes less time; hence it is the preferred method.

•Run the engine for a few minutes and stop the engine. Tip the mower as shown in Figure 12.

•Access the oil drain plug by removing the baffle and other components following instructions in “Changing Belts” section on page 14. See Figure 12 for location of the baffle.

•Remove the oil drain plug from bottom of the engine. See Figure 12 inset for location of the oil drain plug. Drain oil into suitable container.

Baffle

A.Oil Drain Plug (on bottom of engine)

Figure 12

•Reinstall the oil drain plug.

•Reinstall the baffle and other components removed earlier. Make sure to secure these now.

•Put the mower back on its four wheels and on level ground.

Refilling Fresh Oil

•Remove dipstick and refill with new oil (See FUEL AND OIL RECOMMENDATIONS chapter).

NOTE: If you followed the second method of draining oil, the dipstick is already removed from the engine.

•Check the oil level (See PREPARATION chapter), and secure dipstick to the filler plug.

WARNING: Engine oil is toxic substance. Dispose of used oil properly. Contact your local authorities for approved disposal methods for possible recycling.

Cooling System Cleaning

Before each use, make sure recoil starter (A) is free from grass and debris to prevent engine overheating.

Figure 13

Air Cleaner Service

CAUTION: To prevent excessive engine wear, do not run the engine with the air cleaner

WARNING: Clean the elements in a well- ventilated area and take care that there are no sparks or flame anywhere near the working area, this includes any appliance with a pilot light. Do not use gasoline or low flash-point solvents to clean the element. A fire or explosion could result.

•Unfasten the air cleaner case (C) fastened with the air cleaner body (D) by sliding the two fasteners (A) toward the recoil starter (B).Then, with two hands, pulling the two latches (E) toward you and upward as shown, separate the air cleaner case from the air cleaner body.

Figure 14

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