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valve to expose the drain port. See Fig 6-1.
Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick from the oil fill tube.
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5.
oil drain port. Route the opposite end of the hose into an
appropriate oil collection container with at least a 2.36 litre
capacity to collect the used oil.
The engine is equipped with either a twist-and-pull drain
6.
port or a tabbed drain port. If your engine has the twist-
and-pull drain, go to step a. If your engine is equipped with
the tabbed drain, go to step b.
Turn the oil drain valve
a.
1⁄4-turn, then pull outward to
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push the end of the oil drain valve back in and turn
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b.
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finished draining, push the end of the oil drain valve
back in, until the tabs click into place. Re-cap the end
of the oil drain valve to keep debris from entering
the drain port.
Replace the oil filter as instructed in the separate Engine
Operator/Owner Manual.
Refill the engine with new oil. Refer to the separate Engine
8.
Operator/Owner Manual for information regarding the
volume and weight of engine oil.
Air Cleaner
Service the pre-cleaner and cartridge/air cleaner element as
instructed in the separate Engine Operator/Owner Manual .
Spark Plug
The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap reset once a
season. Refer to the separate Engine Operator/Owner Manual for
correct plug type and gap specifications.
Transmission
The transmission is sealed at the factory and is maintenance-
free. The fluid level cannot be checked and the fluid cannot be
changed.
Battery
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alternating system.
Cleaning the Tractor
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part of the machine, especially the belts and pulleys.
Smart Jet™
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part of its deck wash system.
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underside and prevent the buildup of corrosive chemicals.
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1.
enough for your garden hose to reach.
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parked cars, etc.
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