Operator`s manual
Table Of Contents
- Introduction
- Product Identification
- Table of Contents
- Safety
- Understanding The Machine Safety Labels
- DANGER-WARNING: AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
- DANGER: POISON
- DANGER: ROTATING BLADE-THROWN OBJECTS
- DANGER: ROTATING BLADE
- Emission Control System Certification Label
- Emission Compliance Period
- Certification
- Operating Safely
- Operate Mower Safely
- Parking Safely
- Checking Mowing Area
- Rotating Blades are Dangerous
- Avoid Tipping
- Keep Riders Off
- Wear Appropriate Clothing
- Driving Safely on Public Roads
- Practice Safe Maintenance
- Prevent Fires
- Tire Safety
- Handling Fuel Safely
- Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
- Operating
- Daily Operating Checklist
- Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
- Operator Station Controls
- Adjusting Seat
- Adjusting Cutting Height
- Adjusting Mower Deck Wheels
- Adjusting Mower Level (Side-to-Side)
- Adjusting Mower Level (Front-to-Rear)
- Testing Safety Systems
- Testing Mower Engagement Lever Switch
- Testing Seat Switch
- Testing Park Brake Switch
- Testing Park Brake
- Testing Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
- Using Park Brake
- Starting Engine
- Idling Engine
- Stopping Engine
- Using Travel Controls on Gear Transmission
- Using Travel Controls on Automatic Transmission
- Using Cruise Control
- Using The Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
- Using Mower Lift Lever
- Using Mower
- Mower Blade Selection
- Using Mower Deck Side Discharge (42-Inch Mower Deck)
- Using Mower Deck Mulch Ready (42-Inch Mower Deck)
- Using Mower Deck with Optional Equipment (42-Inch Mower Deck)
- Pushing Machine
- Unplugging Mower or Optional Bagger
- Transporting Machine on Trailer
- Avoid Using Ground Engaging Equipment
- Using Wheel Weights
- Using Tire Chains
- Mowing Tips
- Replacement Parts
- Service Intervals
- Service Lubrication
- Service Engine
- Engine Warranty Maintenance Statement
- Avoid Fumes
- Engine Oil (Gas)
- Checking Engine Oil Level
- Changing Engine Oil and Filter
- Cleaning Air Intake Screen and Engine Fins
- Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements (Model S1642)
- Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements (Model S1742)
- Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements (Model 2046)
- Checking Spark Plugs
- Adjusting Carburetor
- Replacing Fuel Filter
- Service Steering and Brakes
- Service Mower
- Service Electrical
- Service Miscellaneous
- Troubleshooting
- Storage
- Specifications
- Assembly
- Warranty
- Index
- Notes
- Quality Statement
- Service Record
Service Engine - 25
SERVICE ENGINE
4. Remove dipstick (A). Wipe with clean cloth.
5. Install dipstick:
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S1642
: Install dipstick in tube, but DO NOT tighten it.
Let dipstick threads rest on top of tube, turn cap
counterclockwise until it “clicks” or starts to engage
threads.
•
S1742 and S2046
: Install and tighten dipstick.
6. Remove dipstick.
7. Check oil level on dipstick.Oil must be between ADD
and FULL marks.
8. If oil level is low, add oil to bring oil level no higher than
FULL mark on dipstick.
9. Install and tighten dipstick. Lower hood.
Changing Engine Oil and Filter
1. Run engine to warm oil.
2. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the Safety
Section.)
3. Put drain pan under drain valve.
4. Unsnap the dust cap, push and twist to open valve (A).
5. Drain oil into oil drain pan. Allow oil to drain completely.
6. Remove dipstick.
7. Wipe dirt from around oil filter (B).
8. Place a drain pan or funnel under filter tray.
9. Remove old filter and wipe off filter tray.
10.Put a light coat of fresh, clean oil on the filter gasket.
11.Install replacement oil filter by turning oil filter to the right
(clockwise) until the rubber gasket contacts filter base.
Tighten filter an additional one-half turn.
12.Close drain valve.
13.Install drain cap.
14.Add oil.
15.Install dipstick.
16.Start and run engine at idle to check for leaks. Stop
engine. Fix any leaks before operating.
17.Check oil level, add oil if necessary.
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