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.2.2 CHANGING ENGINE OIL AND FILTER
1. Review the Operator's Manual for the engine.
2. Place all controls in neutral, stop engine
and remove ignition key and place in pocket
before maintaining.
3. Allow the engine to cool before changing
the oil. Hot oil can cause burns if it contacts
exposed skin. It is best to change oil while
the engine is warm to keep the contaminants
in suspension.
4. Place a pan under the drain plug.
5. Remove the drain plug and allow the oil to
drain for 10 minutes.
6. Install and tighten the drain plug.
7. Dispose of the used oil in an approved con-
tainer.
8. Remove engine oil filter.
9. Apply a light coat of oil to the O ring and in-
stall the replacement filter. Snug up by hand
and then tighten 1/2 turn.
10. Fill the crankcase with the specified oil.
11. Run the engine for 1-2 minutes and check for
oil leaks.
12. If leaks are found around the drain plug or
filter, tighten slightly. Repeat step 9.
13. Check engine oil level. Top up as required.
Fig. 2 ENGINE
Drain Plug
Fill Plug
Oil Filter