MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
FILL IN DATES
AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE
Check Brake Operation
Check Tire Pressure
Check Operator Presence and
TInterlock Systems
R Check for Loose Fasteners
ASharpen/Replace Mower Blades CT Lubrication Chart
0Check Battery Level
RClean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check
Check Engine Oil Level
Change Engine Oil (with oil filter)
EChange Engine Oil (without oil filter)
NClean Air Filter
GClean Air Screen
IInspect Muffler/Spark Arrester
N | Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) |
E | |
| Clean Engine Cooling Fins |
| Replace Spark Plug |
| Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge |
| Replace Fuel Filter |
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| HOURS | STORAGE | ||
USE |
| HOURSHOURS | SEASON |
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EACH 8 |
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25 | 50 | 100 |
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BEFOREEVERY EVERY EVERYEVERY EVERYBEFORE | SERVICE DATES | |||||
5
3
4
1,2
1,2
2
2
1, 2
2
2
1 | - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or | 3 | - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil. |
| in high ambient temperatures. | 4 | - Not required if equipped with |
2 | - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions. | 5 | - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 |
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| Do not overtighten. |
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
LUBRICATION CHART
The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor.
At least once a season, check to see if you should make any of the adjustments described in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.
• At least once a year you should replace |
➁Spindle Zerk
➁ Front Wheel Bearing zerk
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➁Spindle Zerk
➁Front Wheel Bearing zerk
➂Engine
➀Gearshift Pivots
the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, |
and check blades and belts for wear. |
A new spark plug and clean air filter |
assure proper |
your engine run better and last longer. |
BEFORE EACH USE
1.Check engine oil level.
2.Check brake operation.
3.Check tire pressure.
4.Check operator presence and interlock systems for proper operation.
5.Check for loose fasteners.
➀SAE 30 or 10w30 Motor Oil
➁ General Purpose Grease
➂ Refer to Maintenance “ENGINE” Section
IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the pivot points which have special nylon bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the
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