Operator's Manual

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2
1
Figure 25
1. Foam element 2. Oil
5. Squeeze the element to distribute the oil.
Checking the Paper Element
Inspect the element for tears, an oily film, damage to the
rubber seal, excessive dirt, or other damage (Fig. 26). If
any of these conditions exit, replace the filter.
Important Do not clean the paper element with
pressurized air or liquids, such as solvent, gas, or
kerosene.
m–3248
1
2
Figure 26
1. Paper element 2. Rubber seal
Important To prevent engine damage, always operate
the engine with the complete foam and paper air cleaner
assembly installed.
Installing the Foam and Paper Elements
1. Carefully slide the foam element onto the paper air
cleaner element (Fig. 24).
2. Slide the air cleaner assembly and cover onto the long
rod.
3. Install the cover nut finger-tight against the cover (Fig.
24).
Note: Ensure that the rubber seal is flat against the air
cleaner base and cover.
4. Install the air cleaner cover and knob (Fig. 24).
5. Close the hood.
Servicing the Engine Oil
Change oil after the first 5 operating hours and then after
every 100 operating hours. Change the oil filter every 200
hours of operation or every other oil change.
Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SG or SH)
Crankcase Capacity: w/filter, 2.1 qts. (2.0 l)
Viscosity: Refer to the following table.
F
–20 0 20
40 60
80 100
°
C
–30
°
–20 –10
01020
30 40
USE THESE SAE VISCOSITY OILS
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Changing the Engine Oil
1. Start the engine and let it run for five minutes. This
warms the oil so it drains better.
2. Park the machine so that the drain side is slightly
lower than the opposite side to ensure that the oil
drains completely.
3. Disengage the PTO, set the parking brake, lower the
attachment lift, stop the engine, and remove the
ignition key.
4. Open the hood.
Components under the hood will be hot if the
tractor has been running. If you touch hot
components you may be burned.
Allow the tractor to cool before performing
maintenance or touching components under the
hood.
Caution
5. Place a pan below the oil drain.
6. Open the drain by turning it counterclockwise 1/8 turn
and pulling out on it (Fig. 27).