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▪ Turn on the water and start the engine.
▪ The rotations of the blades will ensure that the water will clean the underside of the deck.
11.4 Changing / draining the oil
11.4.1 Check Engine Oil Level (Fig. 18)
Check the engine oil level with the engine stopped and the mower.
Remove the oil cap (8), and wipe the dipstick clean.
▪ Insert the dipstick into the oil filler neck, but do not screw it in.
▪ Check the oil level shown on the dipstick. If near the lower, fill to the upper level with the
oil. Do not overfill.
▪ Screw in the oil cap (8) securely.
NOTICE: Running the engine with a low oil level will cause engine damage.
11.4.2 Change Engine Oil
Drain the used oil while the engine is warm. Warm oil drains quickly and completely.
▪ Wipe the oil filler area clean, then remove the oil filler cap/dipstick (8).
▪ Place a suitable container next to the mower to catch the used oil, then tilt the mower on
its right side. The used oil will drain through the filler neck. Allow the oil to drain
completely.
▪ Please dispose of used motor oil and the containers in a manner that is compatible with
the environment. We suggest you take it in a sealed container to your local recycling
center or service station for reclamation. Do not throw it in the trash, pour it on the ground,
or pour it down a drain.
▪ Fill with the recommended oil. Do not overfill. Allow a couple of minutes for the oil to settle
in the engine, then measure the oil level.
11.5 Spark plug (Fig. 19)
For good performance, the spark plug (10) must be properly gapped and free of deposits.
▪ Disconnect the spark plug cap and remove any dirt from around the spark plug area.
▪ Remove the spark plug with a spark plug wrench supplied.
▪ Inspect the spark plug. Replace it if the electrodes are worn, or if the insulator is cracked
or chipped.
▪ Measure the spark plug electrode gap with a suitable gauge. The gap should be 0.028 ~
0.031 in (0.7 ~ 0.8mm). Correct the gap, if necessary, by carefully bending the side
electrode with a suitable tool.
▪ Install the spark plug carefully, by hand, to avoid cross-threading.
▪ Install the spark plug cap on the spark plug.
NOTICE: A loose spark plug can overheat and damage the engine. Over
tightening the spark plug can damage the threads in the cylinder head.
11.6 To clean air filter (Fig. 20)
NOTICE: Operating the engine without an air cleaner, or with a damaged air
cleaner, will allow dirt to enter the engine, causing rapid engine wear.
▪ Press down on the cover tab and remove the cover.
▪ Remove the filter from the air cleaner base..
▪ Inspect the filter and foam element, and replace it if damaged.
