Husqvarna TS142L Owner Manual - Page 27
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4. Install the anti-scalp roller, the bolt, the washer, and the nut in the correct position. 5. Adjust all anti-scalp rollers and install them in the same procedure. Engine To lubricate the engine Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SJ-SN. The oil's SAE viscosity grade refers to the correct temperature for operation. F -20 C -30 5W-30 SAE 30 0 -20 30 -10 32 40 60 0 10 80 100 20 30 40 5. Put the dipstick into the oil fill tube. Make sure that the oil fill cap is fully tightened. Note: To replace the engine oil, Refer to To replace the engine oil on page 27. To replace the engine oil If the engine is cold, start the engine for 1-2 minutes before you drain the engine oil. This makes the engine oil warm and faster to drain. WARNING: Do not operate the engine for more than 1-2 minutes before you drain the engine oil. The engine oil becomes very hot and can cause burn injuries. Let the engine become cool before you drain the engine oil. Note: Multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30, and so on) help the engine start easily in cold weather but causes increased oil use when used in temperatures above 32°F/0°C. Do a check of your engine oil level frequently to prevent possible engine damage caused by low oil level. • Change the oil after intervals of 50 hours of operation. If the product is not used for 50 hours in a year, change the oil at a minimum of 1 time a year. • Do a check of the crankcase oil level before you start the engine and after each eight (8) hours of operation. • Tighten the oil fill cap/dipstick each time you do a check of the oil level. To do a check of the engine oil level The engine in the product is filled with engine oil for ambient temperatures of more than 32° F (0° C). For operation in ambient temperatures of less than 32° F (0° C), use the correct engine oil to make the product easier to start. Refer to Technical data on page 35. 1. Park the product in level ground. 2. Remove the oil fill cap and dipstick and clean it with a cloth. 3. Put the dipstick into the oil fill tube. Do not turn the oil fill cap onto the oil fill tube. 4. Remove the dipstick. Use the gauge on the dipstick to examine the engine oil level. If necessary, fill engine oil until the mark "FULL" on the dipstick is reached. Do not fill too much engine oil. ADD FULL CAUTION - DO 01341 WARNING: Use protective gloves. If you spill engine oil on your body, clean with soap and water. 1. Put the product on a level surface and stop the product. Refer to To stop the product on page 14. 2. Remove all dirt around the oil tank cap. 3. Remove the oil tank cap and dipstick. 4. Remove the yellow cap (A) from the oil drain valve (B). B C A 5. Install the oil drain tube (C) to the oil drain valve. 6. Put a container below the engine to collect the engine oil and put the other end of the oil drain tube into the container. 7. Push in and turn the oil drain valve counterclockwise to unlock it. 8. Pull out on the drain valve to open it. 9. Let the engine oil drain into the container. 10. Push in and turn the oil drain valve clockwise to close and lock it. 1958 - 002 - 12.10.2022 27
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