MTD Cub Cadet 221 HP - Engine Maintenance Schedule and Specifications

221 HP/LHP
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Maintenance charts
Engine Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance item Duration
Check oil level Each use
Check & gap the spark plug Every 50 hrs
Check cooling fins After prolonged storage
Change oil After first 5 hrs then every 25 hrs
Drain the fuel system Before prolonged storage
Fog or lube cylinder Before prolonged storage
Rotate engine to TDC Before prolonged storage
Useful Engine Specifications
Description Specification
Governed engine RPM 3500 +/- 100 rpm
Spark plug gap 0.024” - 0.032” (0.6 - 0.8 mm)
Spark plug torque 15 - 18 ft lbs (20 - 25 Nm)
Ignition module air gap 0.012” - 0.020” (0.3 - 0.5 mm)
Intake valve lash 0.003” - 0.005” (0.08 - 0.12 mm)
Exhaust valve lash 0.005” - 0.007” (0.13 - 0.17mm)
Oil capacity 20 oz (0.6 L)
Fuel tank capacity 2 qt. (1.9 L)