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Changing the Oil Filter
Replace the oil filter after every 100 operating hours
hours or yearly, whichever comes first.
1. Tip the mower onto
its side (with the air filter
up) to drain the used oil
out through the oil fill
tube.
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2. Remove the oil filter.
3. Use your finger to
coat the gasket (A) on
the new oil filter with
clean oil.
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A
4. Screw the new oil filter on by hand until it makes
contact with the oil filter adapter, then tighten it 1/2 to
3/4 of a turn more.
5. Slowly pour oil into
the oil fill tube until the
oil level reaches the Full
line on the dipstick. Do
not overfill. (Max. fill:
26 oz. (0.85 l), type:
SAE 30W detergent oil
with an API service
classification of SF, SG,
SH, SJ, SL, or higher.)
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6. Start the engine and check the oil filter for leaks.
7. Recycle the oil filter according to local codes.
Lubricating the Wheel
Gears
Lubricate each rear wheel with grease yearly.
1. Wipe the grease
fittings just inside the
rear wheels with a clean
rag.
2. Install a grease gun
onto each fitting and
gently apply 2 or
3 pumps of
#2 multi-purpose
lithium-base grease.
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Replacing the Blade
Important: You will need a torque wrench to
install the blade properly. If you do not have a
torque wrench or are uncomfortable performing this
procedure, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
Examine the blade whenever you run out of gasoline.
If the blade is damaged or cracked, replace it
immediately. If the blade edge is dull or nicked, have
it sharpened or replace it.
Warning
The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can
result in serious personal injury.
Wear cloth or leather gloves when servicing the
blade.
1. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark
plug. Refer to Preparing for Maintenance on page 13.
2. Tip the mower onto its side (with the air filter up).
3. Use a block of wood to hold the blade steady.
4. Remove the blade, saving all mounting hardware.
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