Husqvarna Z548 Owner Manual - Page 28

L U B R I C AT I O N Engine oil NOTE: Change the engine oil when the engine is warm. Refer to the engine owner's manual for the correct replacement oil and filter change recommendations. Wheel and Blades Use only good quality bearing grease. Grease from well-known brand names (petrochemical companies, etc.) usually maintains a good quality. WARNING! The engine drain plug is located close to the muffler. To prevent burns, the engine should be shut off and allowed to cool slightly so the engine is still warm but the surrounding surfaces and oil are not. 1. Park on a level surface. Engage the park brake. 2. Clean the dirt and debris from the area around the oil fill cap. 3. Remove the cap/dipstick. 4. Locate the drain hose at the right rear of the engine below the muffler. Put an adequately sized container under the end of the drain hose and remove the oil drain plug. Front Wheel Mount Remove dust cap to expose zerk. Lubricate with a grease gun until the grease is forced out around the top washer. Front Wheel Bearings Lubricate 3-4 strokes with a grease gun on each set of wheel bearings. Deck Spindles 5. Let the oil to fully drain from the engine. 6. Replace the drain hose plug and tighten securely. 7. Fill the engine with new oil to the bottom of the fill tube threads. Check the level with the dipstick. 8. Replace the oil fill cap securely when the oil level is FULL. 9. Refer to the Service Journal for oil checking and changing intervals. Lower the cutting deck completely. If a grease gun without rubber hose is used, the foot plate must be removed to access the center spindle. Lubricate with a grease gun, 2-3 strokes per spindle. 28