Lubrication – Dixon 44 / 968999611 User Manual
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LUBRICATION
Deck outer spindle
Lubricate using a grease gun, one zerk, each side 2-
3 strokes.
Use only good quality bearing grease.
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.
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.
WARNING!
Engine oil can be very hot if it is
drained directly after stopping
the engine. Allow the engine to
cool somewhat first.
Deck outer spindle
8011-733
Oil drain valve
8011-730