5.1PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
5.1.1Check engine oil level.
Service Interval: See Engine Owner's Manual
a)Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop and make sure unit is on a level surface.
b)Check with engine cool.
c)Clean area around dipstick. Remove dipstick and wipe oil off. Reinsert the dipstick. DO NOT screw into place. Remove dipstick and check oil level.
d)If the oil level is low, add oil as specified in the Engine Owner’s Manual to bring the oil level up to the “FULL” mark on the dipstick. DO NOT OVERFILL.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT operate the engine with oil level below the “LOW” (or “ADD”) mark or over the “FULL” mark.
5.1.2Clean engine air cooling system.
Service Interval: Daily or more often in dry conditions.
CAUTION
POTENTIAL HAZARD
♦Excessive debris can cause the engine and hydraulic system to overheat.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
♦Excessive debris around the engine cooling air intake and around the hydraulic pumps can create a fire hazard.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
♦Clean all debris from around the engine and hydraulic pumps daily.
a)Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key.
b)Clean all debris from engine air intake screen, around engine shrouding, and around the hydraulic pumps.
5.1.3Clean grass
CAUTION
POTENTIAL HAZARD
♦Raising the mower deck for service or maintenance relying solely on mechanical or hydraulic jacks could be dangerous.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
♦The mechanical or hydraulic jacks may not be enough support or may malfunction allowing the unit to fall, which could cause injury.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
♦DO NOT rely solely on mechanical or hydraulic jacks for support. Use adequate jack stands or equivalent support.
a)Disengage PTO.
b)Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key.
c)Raise deck and block up using proper safety precautions.
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