Cub Cadet RZT L 34 Operation Manual - Page 12

Add Oil 1. Unscrew the thumb screws and remove the air filter cover. IMPORTANT: Be sure to check engine on a level surface with the See Figure 6-4. engine stopped. 1. Wipe around dipstick cap and tube with a clean cloth to remove any debris. See Figure 6-3. Air Filter Cover Thumb Screw Figure 6-3 2. Remove dipstick and wipe clean with a cloth. 3. Pour oil into the dipstick tube. Do not over fill. With an oil filter change the high level amount of oil for this engine is 1700 ml (57.48 fl-oz.). 4. Install dipstick and turn to locked position before starting engine. 5. Start engine. Allow to run for a few seconds and then shut down the engine. 6. Check the oil level. See Checking Oil Level section. Air Filter Service Paper filters cannot be cleaned and should be replaced every 100 operating hours; more often if used in extremely dusty conditions. WARNING: Never use gasoline or low flash point solvents for cleaning the air filter element. A fire or explosion could result. IMPORTANT: Never run the engine without the air filter. Rapid engine wear will result. Figure 6-4 a. Remove thumb screw. b. Pull up and remove air filter and base seal. See Figure 6-5. A B Figure 6-5 12 Section 6 - Maintenance