LUBRICATION & PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
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Engine Oil & Filter
Engine oil and the filter should be changed after the
first 50 hours of operation and then every 150 hours
thereafter.
FIG. 71: To Check Engine Oil Level-The tractor must
be parked on level ground with the engine off. Pull out the
dipstick (1) and check that oil level is between upper limit
F and lower limit L on the dipstick. Wipe off the dipstick,
momentarily reinstall it in the engine and check oil level
again.
Add oil through the dipstick / filter opening as
required.
DANGER:Muffler tail pipe is extremely hot
just after operation, so take care not to touch
it to avoid burns. Be sure to wear gloves
before checking engine oil level.
FIG. 72: To add oil, open the engine hood and
remove the filler cap. Add oil using a funnel to prevent oil
from spilling.
NOTE: Add oil slowly to assist in venting air from the
crankcase.
FIG. 73: To Change Engine Oil-Operate the tractor
until oil is adequately warmed. Remove the drain plug (1)
from the engine and allow all oil to drain out.
Reinstall the drain plug and fill the engine crankcase
to the upper limit on the dipstick.
FIG. 71
FIG. 72
FIG. 73
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