Dixon SPEEDZTR ZTR 44/968999538 - Manual (Page 38)

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL
1. The “Dapco” oil drain valve is located on the left side of
the engine crankcase.
2. Place a suitable container under the drain valve hose.
3. To drain, turn hex head valve stem counter-clockwise with
a 10mm wrench or socket. (See
Fig. 9) Open to full open (approximately 7 turns).
4. After engine is drained, tighten hex stem.
5. Change oil filter.
6. Fill with oil (see steps below).
NOTE: Refer to engine manufacturer’s recommendations for
frequency of oil changes.
OIL FILL
1. Clean any spilled oil from engine and chassis.
2. Make sure the hex stem on drain valve has been
tightened.
3. Refill engine with type and quantity of oil recommended
by the engine manufacturer in engine literature.
NOTE: Engine oil changes on the SpeedZTR™ will require
replacement of the oil filter. These filters may be available
from your authorized Dixon dealer.
Hex Head Valve Stem
— Fig. 9 —
CAUTION HOT oil may cause burns. Allow engine to
cool before draining oil.
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