Maintenance
Change Engine Oil
WARNING
!
DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service
with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade.
Remove starter insert. Disconnect spark plug wire and
secure away from spark plug. Engine and components are
HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all com-
ponents to cool.
1. Drain the fuel tank completely.
2. Remove the dipstick (A, Figure 15), then turn the
mower on its side. Allow the oil to drain from the oil
fill tube into an appropriate container. Dispose of
used oil properly.
3. Place the mower upright, then fill the engine with
engine oil to the 'full' mark on the dipstick. Refer
to the section entitled 'Oil Recommendations'. Do
not overfill.
Figure 15: Draining the engine oil
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Service Air Filter
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Never start or run the engine with the air cleaner assembly
(if equipped) or the air filter (if equipped) removed.
NOTE: Do not use pressurized air or solvents to clean
the filter. Pressurized air can damage the filter and sol-
vents will dissolve the filter.
1. Loosen the fastener (A, Figure 16) that holds the
2. Open the cover and remove the pre-cleaner (C)
3. To loosen debris, gently tap the filter on a hard sur-
4. Wash the pre-cleaner in liquid detergent and
A
5. Assemble the dry pre-cleaner to the filter with the
6. Install the filter.
7. Install the cover tabs (F) into the slots (G).
8. Close the cover and secure with the fastener.
WARNING
!
cover (B).
and the filter (D).
face. If the filter is excessively dirty, replace with a
new filter.
water. Then allow it to thoroughly air dry. Do not oil
the pre-cleaner.
lip (E) of the pre-cleaner on the bottom of the filter
pleats.
C
F
B
A
Figure 16: Air filter and pre-cleaner
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G
D
E
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