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Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
(Engines with Remote Oil Tank)
Engine Oil Type: 15W-50 synthetic oil. (See the engine
operator's manual for other oil recommendations.)
Engine Oil Change Amount: 5 qt (4,73 L).
Oil Change Interval: Every 500 hours.
Important: Always make sure that the mower is parked on a
flat, level surface when checking the engine oil level.
1. Park the machine on a flat, level surface. Engage the
parking brake and disengage the PTO. Allow the engine
to run until it is warm. This will warm the oil so it will
drain better. Turn the ignition switch to OFF, remove the
ignition key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before
leaving the operator's position.
2. Clean the area around the engine oil dipstick (A, Figure
24) and oil fill cover (B) to remove any debris.
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3. Remove the engine oil dipstick and wipe with a clean
cloth.
4. Cut the self-locking tie (C) that keeps the oil fill cover
securely closed. Open the oil fill cover.
5. Have a suitable container ready to capture dripping oil
from the engine oil filter (D) after it is removed. Remove
the oil filter by turning it counter-clockwise a 1/4 turn (E)
and then pulling up. Dispose of the used oil filter properly.
6. This mower is equipped with an oil drain valve (A, Figure
25) that is used to drain the oil from the remote oil tank.
The drain is located at the end of the oil drain hose (B)
which is connected to the bottom of the remote oil tank
(C). There is a clamp on the left hand side of the control
tower where the oil drain hose is stored when not in use.
To catch the drained engine oil, place a suitable container
underneath the oil drain valve.
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