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Height Adjuster Threads
Tools and Supplies Needed:
Wire Brush and Rags
Super Lube
1. Raise the Deck to its highest position.
2. Clean any dirt or debris from the Height Adjuster threads with a Wire Brush
and Rags (Figure 29).
3. Apply Super Lube to the full length of threads.
4. Lower the Deck to distribute the lubrication.
Removing and Replacing the Engine Oil and Filter
Note: Refer to the Engine Owner’s manual for more detailed instructions for Engine
maintenance. Drain the oil when the Engine is warm. Warm oil drains
quickly and completely.
Tools and Supplies Needed:
Oil Filter Wrench (available at local auto parts or hardware store)
Rags and an approved container for used oil
SAE 30 High Detergent Oil
1. Remove the Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick (Figure 30).
2. Turn the Oil Drain Cap a quarter turn counterclockwise and open the end of
the Drain Hose Assembly.
3. Position an appropriate drain container near the Drain Hose.
4. Remove the Oil Drain Hose Assembly from the Bracket and lower the Cap
end over the Container to drain.
5. The Engine Oil Filter is located on the side of the Engine (Figure 31). Using
an Oil Filter Wrench, or grasping the Oil Filter firmly with your hand,
unscrew the Oil Filter counterclockwise from the Engine. BE SURE THAT
THE OLD FILTER GASKET COMES OFF WITH THE FILTER.
6. Wipe the mounting base for the Oil Filter with a clean cloth.
7. Apply a thin coat of clean motor oil to the new Oil Filter Gasket. DO NOT
USE GREASE OR USED OIL.
8. Line up the threads carefully to avoid cross threading and screw the new Oil
Filter on until the Filter Gasket contacts the base, and then tighten the Oil
Filter 3/4 to 1 turn. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.
9. Mount the Oil Drain Hose Assembly onto the Bracket and replace the Oil Fill
Cap.
10. Refill the oil by following the instructions in Chapter 2.
Note: Be sure to use environmentally safe disposal procedures in the disposing of the
used oil.
Height
djuster
Threads
Figure 29
Figure 30
Oil Drain
Hose
Oil Drain Cap
Oil Fill Cap
Bracket
Oil Filter
Figure 31