QuestionQUESTION: Hi, I have a Sears Craftsman 19.0 HP electric start 42" mower.
Model # is 944.605730
I was checking oil, oil filters etc. in preparation for spring - the entire dipstick broke off and presumably fell into the oil well.
I drained the oil, used a hook, tried to find it - there was no sign of it at all.
I added new oil, it started without problems but is it safe to use with the dipstick still "inside"?
By dipstick I mean the 8 or 10 inches that extends into the oil, on this model it is plastic and is broken at the cap.
ANSWER: Hello Paul:
>>If you Remove the Plastic Dipstick Tube you can Remove the Plastic Dipstick.
>>There is No Way (unless the Stick is Broken into Short Pieces) that the 8 to 10 Inches of Dipstick can Enter the Oil Sump.
>>Send me the Make, Model and Type or Spec Numbers Off the Engine, Please. With these I can Locate the Proper Manual and Better Assist you.
>>If you Hit a Snag or this Does Not Correct the Problem, I am Here if You Require More Assistance. Hope this Helps. Let me Know What Happens, Please. May the All Mighty Bless You and Yours. Be Safe and Happy. Thanks.
Good Luck
Respectfully
John
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Respectfully
John
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QUESTION: Hello, thank you for your help so far.
There does not seem to be a plastic dipstick tube, it is metal and not removeable.
The engine is a Kohler model number – SV590, Type number - - 0002.
Although I cannot see any part of the plastic dipstick that broke off I have no reason to believe it is in pieces – that is I believe it would still be in one piece. (I have no idea how or why it broke off but these things happen).
From what you indicate there should be no concerns with operating the mower?
Thanks again.
paul fridman
AnswerHello Again Paul:
>>Thanks for the Engine Model Numbers.
>>You can View a Breakdown/IPL of this Engine at this Site Addy, http://www.smallenginepartswarehouse.com/parts.asp and Select the Shop Online Parts Look Up. Then Select the Model Tab. Then Select the OEM (Kohler) and Enter the Model and Spec Numbers (SV590S-SV590-0002). Then Double Click on the Model in the Results Area. Now you can Select the Section of the Engine you Wish to View.
>>There should be No Problems with Operating the Engine with the Plastic Dipstick in the Crankcase.
>>If you Hit a Snag or this Does Not Correct the Problem, I am Here if You Require More Assistance. Hope this Helps. Let me Know What Happens, Please. May the All Mighty Bless You and Yours. Be Safe and Happy. Thanks.
Good Luck
Respectfully
John
PS: I am Allowed to Answer 10 Questions a Day. If you See I am Maxxed Out, then Try Submitting your Question at or Just After 8pm EST (US). My New Day Starts then. Comments and Ratings are Greatly Appreciated. Thanks.
Respectfully
John
