Maintenance Schedule

FILL IN DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE

Check Brake Operation

Check Tire Pressure

Check Operator Presence and

T Interlock Systemsv" R Check for Loose Fasteners

A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades

C Lubrication Chart

0Check Battery Level

RClean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts

Check Engine Oil Level

Change Engine Oil (with oil filter)

E Change Engine Oil (without oil filter)

SERVICE DATES

v'i/

i/,,2

NClean Air Filter

GClean Air Screen

Inspect Muffler/Spark

Arrester

EReplace Oil Filter (If equipped) Clean Engine Cooling Fins Replace Spark Plug

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace Fuel Filter

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 maintenance-free battery. 5 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft.-Ibs, maximum.

Do not overtighten.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

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 trac- tor.

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 clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help 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.

	LUBRICATION		CHART
dPSpindle	--		Spindle
Zerk	; _r		Zerk
	n
_Front Wheel			; _Front Wheel
Bearing		........	,L._Beanng Zerk
Zerk
@Engine	,.	,,	"--,
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(_ General Purpose Grease

@ 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

self-lubricating bearings. If you feel they must be lubricated, use only a dry, pow- dered graphite type lubricant sparingly.

917.273642 specifications

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