Manual
Table Of Contents
- Introduction
- Product Identification
- Safety Labels
- Safety
- Operating Safely
- Using a Spark Arrestor
- Checking Mowing Area
- Parking Safely
- Rotating Blades are Dangerous
- Protect Children
- Avoid Tipping
- Keep Riders Off
- Wear Appropriate Clothing
- Driving Safely on Public Roads
- Practice Safe Maintenance
- Avoid High Pressure Fluids
- Prevent Fires
- Handling Fuel Safely
- Tire Safety
- Checking Wheel Hardware
- Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
- Assembly
- Operating - Controls
- Operating
- Daily Operating Checklist
- Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
- Mounting and Dismounting Machine
- Adjusting Seat
- Adjusting Motion Control Levers
- Adjusting Cutting Height
- Adjusting Mower Level
- Adjusting Mower Wheels
- Testing Safety Systems
- Testing Park Brake Switch
- Testing Park Brake
- Testing Mower Engagement (PTO) Switch
- Testing Seat Switch
- Using Park Brake
- Using Key Switch
- Using Mower Engagement Switch
- Using the Hour Meter
- Using the Motion Control Levers
- Starting the Engine
- Engaging Mower
- Stopping the Engine
- Moving Machine by Hand
- Unplugging Mower, Bagger, Material Collection System
- Transporting Machine on Trailer
- Mowing Tips
- Service Intervals
- Service Lubrication
- Service Engine
- Engine Warranty Maintenance Statement
- Avoid Fumes
- Engine Oil
- Checking Engine Oil Level
- Changing Engine Oil and Filter
- Cleaning Air Intake Screen and Engine Fins
- Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements (Single Cylinder Briggs & Stratton)
- Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements (Twin Cylinder Briggs & Stratton)
- Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements (Twin Cylinder Kawasaki)
- Checking Spark Plug
- Adjusting Carburetor
- Replacing Fuel Filter
- Service Transmission
- Checking Transmission (Z225)
- Transmission Oil (Z425 and Z445)
- Checking Transaxle Oil Level
- Changing Transaxle Oil and Filter
- Checking and Adjusting Neutral Creep
- Adjusting Tracking
- Cleaning Transaxle Cooling Fans (Z225)
- Checking and Replacing Transaxle Drive Belt (Z225)
- Checking and Replacing Pump Drive Belt (Z425 and Z445)
- Service Mower
- Service Electrical
- Service Miscellaneous
- Troubleshooting
- Storage
- Specifications
- Warranty
- Getting Quality Service
- Service Record
- Table of Contents
Service Engine - 21
SERVICE ENGINE
6. Check oil level on dipstick. Oil must be between ADD and FULL marks.
7. If oil level is low, add oil to bring oil level no higher than FULL mark on
dipstick. Do not overfill.
8. Install and tighten dipstick.
Changing Engine Oil and Filter
1. Run engine to warm oil.
2. Park machine safely on level surface. (See Parking Safely in the
SAFETY section.)
3. Clean area around dipstick to prevent debris from falling into crankcase.
Single cylinder Briggs and Stratton:
MX37942
MX38113
1. Put drain pan under hole (A) of drain valve (B), and remove drain cap
(C).
2. Install drain hose (D) onto end of drain valve. Loosen engine dipstick.
Turn drain valve counterclockwise and pull outward to allow oil to drain
completely.
3. Push drain valve inward, and turn clockwise to tighten. Remove drain
hose, and install drain cap.
4. Add oil no higher than FULL mark on dipstick. Begin with approximately
1.2 L (1.25 qt). Do not overfill.
5. Install and tighten dipstick.
6. Start and run engine at idle to check for leaks. Stop engine. Fix any
leaks before operating.
7. Check oil level. Add oil if necessary.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Operating in extreme conditions
may require more frequent service intervals:
• Engine components may become dirty or plugged when
operating in extreme heat, dust or other severe conditions.
• Engine oil can degrade if machine is operated constantly at slow
or low engine speeds or for frequent short periods of time.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Dirt and contamination can enter
engine when checking oil level. Clean area around dipstick before
loosening or removing.
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