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1998 S/N 21329 - Walker Mowers

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Maintenance Instructions<br />

LUBRICATION<br />

LUBRICATION<br />

Proper lubrication is an important maintenance procedure.<br />

It reduces wear and makes the machine quieter<br />

and easier to operate.<br />

Engine Oil<br />

Engine Break-In Oil<br />

WARNING<br />

DO NOT attempt to lubricate the machine<br />

with the engine running. Disengage the<br />

PTO clutch, shut off the machine, and remove<br />

the ignition key.<br />

No special break-in oil is required. The engine is<br />

serviced with 10W-30, Service Class SG oil from the<br />

factory. Change the oil after the initial engine breakin<br />

period of 5 hours. Thereafter, change oil after<br />

every 100 hours of operation.<br />

3. Remove the dipstick, wipe off with a clean rag,<br />

then reinsert the dipstick into the tube and press<br />

all the way down.<br />

4. Remove the dipstick again and check the oil level<br />

on the dipstick. The oil level should be within<br />

the “Operating Range” on the dipstick (between<br />

the “L” mark and the “F” mark).<br />

IMPORTANT: DO NOT operate engine without<br />

a sufficient oil supply in the crankcase. DO NOT<br />

operate with the oil level below the “L” mark or<br />

above the “F” mark on the dipstick.<br />

5. If additional oil is needed, refer to Specifications<br />

for proper crankcase lubricant. Fill up to, but<br />

not above, the “F” mark on the dipstick.<br />

IMPORTANT: DO NOT overfill the crankcase<br />

(oil above “F” mark) as this CAN result in engine<br />

overheating, loss of power, and possible engine<br />

damage.<br />

Checking Engine Crankcase Oil Level<br />

Check the engine crankcase oil level before use and<br />

after each 8 hours of continuous operation.<br />

IMPORTANT: The importance of checking and<br />

maintaining the proper crankcase oil level cannot be<br />

overemphasized. Check the oil level BEFORE<br />

EACH USE.<br />

1. Park the mower on a level surface with the engine<br />

stopped. Also, make sure the engine is<br />

cool and oil has had time to drain into the sump<br />

[allow at least five (5) minutes after stopping<br />

the engine].<br />

IMPORTANT: NEVER check or add oil with the<br />

engine running.<br />

2. Before removing the dipstick, clean the area<br />

around the dipstick to keep any dirt or debris out<br />

of the engine.<br />

Full Mark<br />

Low Mark<br />

Dipstick Operating Range<br />

Changing Engine Crankcase Oil/Oil Filter<br />

Change the engine crankcase oil after every 100<br />

hours of operation and replace the oil filter every<br />

other oil change (every 200 hours of operation).<br />

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