Briggs & Stratton Ram 44 / 968999551 - Manual (Page 58)

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LUBRICATION
4. Deck outer spindle
Lubricate using a grease gun, one zerk, each
side 2-3 strokes.
Use only good quality bearing grease.
5. Engine Oil
Changing the Engine Oil
The engine oil should be changed for the first
time after 5-8 hours of operation. Thereafter,
it should be changed every 50 hours.
1. Place the machine on a flat surface.
2. Place a container under the engine where
the hose from the oil drain valve exits.
3. Remove the dipstick and open the drain
valve.
4. Allow the oil to run out into the container.
5. Then close the oil drain valve.
6. Replace the oil filter if necessary.
7. Fill with new engine oil in accordance
with Checking the Oil Level.
8. Start the engine. Run it for a few
seconds. Stop and re-check the oil level.
8011-733
Deck outer spindle
WARNING!
Engine oil can be very hot if it is
drained directly after stopping
the engine. Allow the engine to
cool somewhat first.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Used engine oil is a health hazard and
must not be disposed of on the ground or
in nature; it should always be disposed
of at a workshop or appropriate disposal
location.
Avoid skin contact; wash with soap and
water in case of spills.
8011-730
Oil drain valve