20 se c t i O n 6— Ma i n t e n a n c e & ad j u s t M e n t s
Maintenance
WARNING!
engine and remove key to prevent unintended
starting.
Engine
page 2 for more information.
procedures and instructions.
NOTE: Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission
expense may be performed by any engine repair establishment
or individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by a Cub
Cadet Dealer.
Changing the Engine Oil
WARNING! If the engine has been recently run, the
engine, muffler and surrounding metal surfaces will
be hot and can cause burns to the skin. Exercise
caution to avoid burns.
NOTE: The oil filter should be changed at every oil change interval.
To complete an oil change, proceed as follows:
Run the engine for a short time to warm the engine oil. The
oil will flow more freely and carry away more impurities.
Use care to avoid burns from hot oil.
Locate the oil drain port on the right side of the engine.2.
the oil fill cap/dipstick from the oil fill tube.
4.
oil drain port. Route the opposite end of the hose into an
capacity, to collect the used oil.
Turn the oil drain valve 5. ⁄-turn, then pull outward to begin
draining oil. After the oil has finished draining, push the
end of the oil drain valve back in and turn ⁄turn to secure
it back in place Re-cap the end of the oil drain valve to
keep debris from entering the drain port.
After the oil has finished draining, push the end of the oil 6.
drain valve back in, until the tabs click into place. Re-cap
the end of the oil drain valve to keep debris from entering
the drain port.
Replace the oil filter, and refill the engine with new oil as 7.
Changing the LPG Tank
WARNING ! If the engine has been recently run, the
engine, muffler and surrounding metal surfaces will
be hot and can cause burns to the skin. Exercise
caution to avoid burns.
Make sure the tractor is off and the key is removed from the
ignition.
Ensure that the fuel supply valve is turned off.2.
NOTE: The hose has left-handed threads to prevent
improper usage.
Release the two (2) straps that secure the cylinder to the 4.
Carefully lift cylinder straight up to remove from machine. 5.
6.
refueling.
DANGER! An overfilled cylinder can cause a fire or
explosion.
Figure 6-1
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