Exmark 0, 312 Check Seat Belt, Check Air Filter Assembly if equipped, Check for Loose Hardware

Check Seat Belt

Service Interval: Before each use or daily

Visually inspect seat belt for wear, cuts, and proper operation of retractor and buckle. Replace before operating if damaged.

Engine Owner's Manual for additional information.)

1.Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key. Engage parking brake.

2.See the Engine Owner's Manual for maintenance instructions.

Check Air Filter Assembly (if equipped)

Service Interval: As required

Important: To prevent engine damage, always operate the engine with both air filters and cover installed.

1.When checking or replacing the air filter element, make sure the air filter assembly is installed in the brackets.

2.Position the air cleaner cover so that the breather valve does not interfere with the throttle mechanism.

Check for Loose Hardware

Service Interval: Before each use or daily

1.Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key. Engage parking brake.

2.Visually inspect machine for any loose hardware or any other possible problem. Tighten hardware or correct the problem before operating.

Service Air Cleaner

Service Interval: Every 250 hours—Replace the primary air cleaner element — check secondary air cleaner element; replace if dirty. (May need more often under severe conditions. See the Engine Owner's Manual for additional information.)

Every 500 hours—Replace the secondary air cleaner element (May need more often under severe conditions. See the

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2.Throttle mechanism

3.Secure the cover with latches.

Change Engine Oil

Service Interval: After the first 5 hours

Every 100 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first)