C heck the oil level daily before starting the engine and ensure that the
correct oil level is maintained. Refer to-
‘B efore S tarting the Mower
’
for oil checking and filling instructions.
C hange the engine oil after the first 5 hours of operation and thereafter
according to the
‘Maintenance S chedule
’:-
1 . D rain fuel by running the engine until the fuel tank is empty.
2. Remove the spark plug lead.
3 . Allow the engine to cool.
4 . D rain the oil while the engine is warm.(Not hot)
5 . Tip the mower over on to its left hand side thus ensuring that
the air cleaner is kept uppermost
to prevent engine damage.
6 . Remove the oil filler dipstick and drain the oil into a suitable
container.
7 . Refill with new oil of the recommended S AE viscosity grade.
(Refer to-
‘B efore S tarting the Mower
’)
To service the air cleaner, loosen the two screws (1 ) and remove cover
(2). C arefully remove pre-cleaner (3 ) and cartridge (4 ) wash in a solu-
tion of liquid detergent and water. Allow to air dry thoroughly before
fitting.
If very dirty, replace.
- D o not use petroleum solvents.
- D o not use pressurised air.
- D o not oil the cartridge.
After servicing, install the pre-cleaner and cartridge in the assembly
base (5 ). Replace the cover and securely tighten the screw to the base.
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Oil Service
Air Cleaner Service
MAINTENANCE
