Husqvarna RZ5424 Kohler Owners Manual - Page 54

LUBRICATION Engine Oil Levels WARNING! Engine oil can be very hot if it is drained directly after stopping the engine. Allow the engine to cool to a safe temperature before draining. Check the oil level in the engine when the machine is standing level and the engine is stopped. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and then replace it. The dipstick should be screwed into place. Take the dipstick out again and read the oil level. The oil level should lie between the markings on the dipstick. If the level is approaching the "ADD" mark, fill the oil to the "FULL" mark on the dipstick. Never fill to above the "FULL" mark. The oil is filled through the hole for the dipstick. API class SF, SG, SH, SJ or higher must be used. Synthetic oil SAE 5W-30 or 10W-30 is recommended at all temperatures. Mineral oil SAE 5W-30, 10W-30 can be used between -18 °C/0 °F and +5 °C/40 °F. At temperature above +5 °C/40 °F single grade SAE 30 must be used. See the Technical Data section for oil amounts. Changing 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. The oil drain valve is located on the left side of the unit, below the oil filter. • Place the machine on a flat surface. • Place a container under the engine where the oil drain valve exits. • Remove the valve cap. • Allow the oil to run out into the container. • Reinstall the oil drain valve cap. • Replace the oil filter if necessary. • Fill with new engine oil in accordance with Checking the Oil Level. • Start the engine. Run it for 3-5 minutes. Stop and recheck the oil level. Transmission The transmission is maintenance free and there is no need for level checks or oil changes. If a leak occurs, replace the unit or contact your Husqvarna dealer. Remove the dipstick The dipstick markings 54-Husqvarna 8011-500 8009-159