Scotts S1642 - Manual (Page 32)

Service Engine - 28
SERVICE ENGINE
1. Park tractor on a level surface. STOP engine. Let engine
cool.
2. Lift hood.
3. Clean area around dipstick to prevent debris from falling
into crankcase.
4. Remove dipstick (A). Wipe with clean cloth.
5. Install dipstick:
• S1642 - Install dipstick in tube, but DO NOT tigthen 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 dipsitck. Oil must be between ADD
and FULL marks.
8. If oil level is low, add oil to bring oil level no higher than
FULL on dipstick.
9. Install and tighten dipstick. Lower hood.
Changing Engine Oil and Filter
1. Run engine to warm oil.
2. Park tractor on level surface. STOP engine. LOCK park
brake and remove key.
3. Lift hood.
4. Put drain pan under drain valve.
5. Unsnap the dust cap, push and twist to open oil drain
(A) and drain oil into oil drain pan.
6. Close drain cap.
7. Remove old filter (C) and wipe off filter tray with a clean
c
CAUTION: Avoid injury! Engine may be hot, be
careful not to burn hands.
M96093
A
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! To extend engine life,
when operating mower in extreme heat, dust or
other severe conditions, it may be necessary to
change engine oil and filter more frequently.
A
M96093
B
A
C