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MAINTENANCE
ENGINE OIL
The engine crankcase is filled with ship-away oil. This
oil may be used for the first 5 hours of engine op¬
eration at temperatures between 0 degrees F. and 90
degrees F. If temperatures are not within this range,
drain the oil from the oil filter and crankcase and
replace with new oil as specified in the "LUBRICATION
TABLE".
To aid starting, the selection of crankcase lubricating
oils should be based on the lowest anticipated
temperatures until the next drain period.
Cub Cadet Low Ash Engine Oil meeting API Service
Classification SF is recommended.
For maximum
engine life select API SF oils with lowest levels of
barium, calcium, or magnesium additives and minimum
ash content (approximately 0.5%).
Lubricant
suppliers will normally furnish this information on their
engine oils.
For oil change intervals of 50 hours the following oils
are recommended.
32®F and above -Cub Cade/Low Ash Engine Oil
S.A.E. 30W.
0^" to 32'^F -
Cub Cadet Low Ash Engine Oil
S.A.E. 10W-30.
Betow O^F -
S.A.E. 5W-20 or S.A.E. 5W-30.
For other approved oils refer to lubrication table.
■I^NOTE
For temperatures above 32 degrees F a
multi-viscosity oil 10W-30 or 10W-40 can be
used. When either of these oils is used, the
oil change interval decreases to 25 hours.
Regularly check the oil level of the engine crankcase
to see that it is filled to the correct level. Always keep
the oil level between the "FULL" and the "LOW"
marks on the dipstick. When checking the oil level,
the dipstick must be withdrawn and wiped clean, then
inserted all the way and withdrawn for a true reading.
■^NOTE
Check the oil level only while the engine is
stopped and tractor is level.
■^NOTE
During initial break-in period the engine oil
level should be checked frequently.
FILLING THE CRANKCASE
To fill the crankcase with oil, place the tractor on a level
surface. Clean the area around the oil fill tube and
dipstick to prevent debris from entering the
crankcase. Remove the oil fill cap and slowly pour 3
pints of oil into the crankcase. Replace the oil fill cap.
The 18-HP Kohler engine is equipped with a remote
oil filter; it is necessary to run the unit for approximately
one minute to allow the oil to fill the filter and oil lines.
After stopping the engine remove oil fill cap and add
the remaining 14 ounces of oil, pouring slowly.
(Engine oil capacity - 3 pints 14 ounces.)
When
checking the oil level, push the dipstick assembly
firmly but slowly until cap bottoms on tube. DO NOT
OVERFILL. Dipstick assembly MUST BE PUSHED
FULLY INTO TUBE AT ALL TIMES WHEN ENGINE IS
OPERATING.
■I^NOTE
Never overfill the engine crankcase. Engine
may overheat and/or damage may result if the
crankcase is below the "LOW" mark or over
the "FULL" mark.
OIL FILTER
The oil filter is located behind the right side panel and
is mounted to the fire wall. (See Figure 31.) The oil
filter should be changed every oil change interval.
The filters can be obtained through your Cub Cadet
dealer under Part Number KH-52-050-02; this is the
only approved filter due to the pressure specifications
required for the 18-HP engine.
To change the oil filter first remove the right side
panel. Drain the oil from the engine by removing the
drain plug. Before the filter is removed clean the
outside surface and mounting base of the filter. From
the operator's position turn the filter counterclockwise
using an automotive type filter wrench to loosen.
Before installing the new filter, apply a coating of oil on
the filter gasket. Thread the filter on by hand until tight
enough to seat the gasket. Loosen the filter. Re¬
tighten the filter until the gasket contacts the base.
Tighten the filter an additional one-half turn. Replace
oil drain plug and follow "FILLING THE CRANKCASE"
instructions. Check for oil leaks.
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