Textron Ransomes 933303H - Page 15

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Hydro
Midsize
LUBRICATION
ENGINE OIL
Do not perform engine maintenance without the
engine off, spark plug wires disconnected and PTO
disengaged.
AFTER FIRST FIVE (5) HOURS
While the engine is warm:
1. Release the oil drain hose assembly from the
engine clip J. Lay hose assembly over the frame
edge or through the frame cutout, which ever is
most convenient.
2. Remove the rubber cap D from the tip of the
hose assembly and turn the drain valve to allow
oil to drain from the engine. Dispose of used oil
in accordance with local requirements.
3. Clean drain valve and tighten the plastic portion
of the drain valve back into the metal portion of
the valve. Replace rubber cap over the tip of the
valve. Replace hose assembly back into engine
clip.
4. Change oil lter.
5. Fill the crankcase with fresh oil to the full mark.
Do not overll. See engine manual for oil
specications.
DAILY
1. Check oil level with the dipstick.
2. If oil is needed, add fresh oil of proper
viscosity and grade. See engine manual for oil
specications. Do not overll.
3. Replace dipstick before starting engine.
PERIODIC OIL CHANGES
1. See engine manual for oil and lter change inter-
vals after the break-in period.
2. Follow instructions for rst oil change, above.