Glad the new mower is working out for you. On the oil drain, you could attach a hose where the oil oil coming out will go straight to a jug. I have installed oil drain valves on lots of my stuff, hard to beat, less mess. Enjoy that mower!
Yes sir just did the same on Toro yesterday Kawasaki has that same oil drain plug except it's turned sideways instead of straight down going down through the frame is perfect setup! 👍🏾