MAINTENANCE
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| Check Brake Operation |
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Check for Loose Fasteners |
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A | Check/Replace Mower Blades |
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Check Battery Level |
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Clean Battery and Terminals |
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Check Transaxle Cooling |
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| Check Engine Oil Level |
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| Change Engine Oil (models with oil filter) |
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Clean Air Filter |
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Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester |
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1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures 2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.
3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil. 4 - Not required if equipped with
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 the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for wear. A new spark plug and a clean air filter ensure proper
BEFORE EACH USE
➀SPINDLE ZERK
➀FRONTWHEEL BEARING
ZERK
➀STEERINGSECTOR GEAR TEETH
➀SPINDLE ZERK
➀ FRONTWHEEL
BEARING ZERK
➁ ENGINE
•Check engine oil level.
•Check brake operation.
•Check tire pressure.
•Check operator presence and ROS systems for proper operation.
•Check for loose fasteners.
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➀General Purpose Grease
➁Refer 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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