General Recommendations, Before Each USE

aClean Battery and Terminals Check Transax_e Cooling Check V_Belts

GClean Air Screen

Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester

EReplace Oil Filter (if equipped) Clean Engine Cooling Fins

Replace Spark P_ug

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.

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3 - Reptace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.

4 - Not required g equipped with maintenance-free battery. 5 - Tighten front axle pivot bog to 35 ft.qbs, 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 tractor.

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.

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.

_SAE 30 or 10w30 Motor Oil

@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, powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly.