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Care and maintenance, Caution, Changing the engine oil – Dixon SilverTip ZTR 72 User Manual

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE

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CAUTION

HOT oil may cause burns. Allow
engine to cool before draining oil.

Hex Head Valve

Stem

CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL:

1. The “Dapco” oil drain valve is located on either side

of the engine crankcase (depending on the type of
engine installed on your ZTR®).

2. Place a suitable container under the drain valve

hose.

3. To drain, turn hex head valve stem counter-clockwise

with a 10mm wrench or socket. Open to full open
(approximately 7 turns).

4. After engine is drained, tighten hex stem.

5. Change oil filter.

6. Fill with oil (see steps on next page).

NOTE:

Refer to engine manufacturer’s recommenda-
tions for frequency of oil changes.

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