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Check Operator Presence and

TROS Systems

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Check

for

Loose Fasteners

 

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Sharpen/Replace

 

Mower

Blades

 

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Lubrication

Chart

 

 

 

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Check

 

Battery

Level

 

 

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R

Clean

Battery and

Terminals

 

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Check

 

Transaxle

 

Cooling

 

 

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Check

 

V-Belts

 

 

 

 

 

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Check

 

Engine

Oil

Level

 

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Change

Engine

Oil (with

oil filter)

 

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Change

Engine

Oil (without oil filter)

 

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Clean

Air

Filter

 

 

 

 

V'2

 

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Clean

Air

Screen

 

 

 

VP2

 

Inspect Muffler/Spark

Arrester

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EReplace Oil Filter (If equipped) Clean Engine Cooling Fins

Replace Spark Plug

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

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If 2

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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.

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

4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery. 5 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft.-Ibs, 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.

BEFORE EACH USE

1.Check engine oil level.

2.Check brake operation.

3.Check tire pressure.

4.Check operator presence and ROS systems for proper operation.

5.Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION

CHART

 

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Spindle

Zerk

 

Zerk

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_Front

Wheel

Zerk

 

,_earing

Zerk

Bearing

 

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@ 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, pow-

1 8dered graphite type lubricant sparingly.

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