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| Use only a qualified mechanic for any | DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE |
| adjustments, disassembly or any kind | |
| of repair . | BEFORE SERVICING UNIT. |
WARNING: TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY, | RECONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE, |
ALWAYS TURN MACHINE OFF, MAKE SURE | |
ALL MOVING PARTS COME TO A COM- | AND ALL GUARDS BEFORE STARTING |
PLETE STOP. | ENGINE. |
WARNING: FOLLOWING ENGINE OIL |
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CHANGE BE SURE OIL DRAIN VALVE IS |
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CLOSE & TWIST LOCKED. |
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Note: Blade, blade brake puck, transaxle brake, and drive belts are normal wear items. These should be inspected on a regular basis and replaced if worn.
MAINTENANCE HISTORY
Date of Service
Service Performed
ADJUST ALL BELT TENSIONS AFTER FIRST 5 HRS. OF USE TO PROLONG THE LIFE OF BELTS.
Maintenance Schedule
Follow these hourly maintenance intervals.
Maintenance Operation | Every | Every 5 hrs | Every 25 | Every 50 Every | |
Use | or (Daily) | hrs | hrs | ||
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Engine (See Engine Manual)
Check for excessive vibration
Inspect for loose parts
Inspect for worn/damaged parts
Sharpen Blade
Inspect belts for wear
Replace blade and traction belts
Grease caster pivots and lubri- cate height adjustment spacers
Lubricate pivot points of all three control levers
Check tire pressure
NOTE: inflate to mfr.’s specifica- tion as shown on tire
Check brake puck
Check parking brake
Part No. 520187 | Page 10 of 20 | Form No. F102004A |