Maintenance
CAUTION
Raising the mower deck for service or maintenance relying solely on mechanical or hydraulic jacks could be dangerous. The mechanical or hydraulic jacks may not be enough support or may malfunction allowing the unit to fall, which could cause injury.
Do Not rely solely on mechanical or hydraulic jacks for support. Use adequate jack stands or equivalent support.
3.Remove the pump drive belt.
4.Place a catch pan under the hydro.
5.Carefully clean area around the filters. It is important that no dirt or contamination enter the hydraulic system.
6.Using a socket, unscrew filters to remove and allow oil to drain.
7.Before installing the new filters, apply a thin coat of Exmark Premium Hydro oil on the surface of the two rubber seals.
8.Install the new filters and torque to 14
9.Fill the hydraulic system as stated in Check Hydraulic Oil Level section.
Exmark Premium Hydro Oil is recommended. Refer to the chart for an acceptable alternative:
Hydro Oil | Change Interval |
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Exmark Premium Hydro | 500 Hours |
Oil (Preferred) |
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Mobil 1 15W50 | 250 Hours |
10.Remove the catch pan and properly dispose of hydro oil and filter according to local codes.
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12.Start engine and move throttle control ahead to full throttle position. Move the speed control levers to the full speed and run for one minute. Shut down the machine, allow the hydros to cool and recheck oil level.
13.Remove the jack stands.
Note: Do Not change the hydraulic system oil (except for what can be drained when changing filter), unless it is felt the oil has been contaminated or been extremely hot.
Changing oil unnecessarily could damage hydraulic system by introducing contaminants into the system.
Wheel Hub - Slotted Nut Torque Specification
Service Interval: After the first 100 hours
Every 500 hours thereafter
Torque the slotted nut to
Note: Do Not use
Thread Locking Adhesives
Thread locking adhesives such as “Loctite 242” or
•ROPS spring pin housing.
•Hydro pump control arm, linkage bolt, and attachment bolt.
•Hydro cooling fan screw.
•Hydro park brake cable anchor mounting bolt
•Sheave and clutch retaining bolt in the end of engine crankshaft.
Thread locking adhesives are required for some hardware on engines — see the Engine manual.
Copper-Based Anti-seize
On threads of Blade Bolts. See Check Mower Blades section.
Dielectric Grease
Dielectric grease is used on all blade type electrical connections to prevent corrosion and loss of contact.
LPG Regulator
No adjustments necessary. If the engine is not running properly, contact an Authorized Service Dealer
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