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CARE AND MAINTENANCE - MODEL 501
This portion of the Model 501 owners manual deals with normal service items which can be performed by the owner. Please remember that if you are in doubt as to the correct service procedures to be followed, these and other service situations can be handled by a Dixon ZTR Dealer who is familiar with the service of your mower.
NOTE:
The disassembly and repair of the Sundstrand BDU 10 L hydrostatic transmissions is best left to a qualified Sundstrand repair and service facility. These repair centers are equipped with the necessary tools and service information to accurately perform all service required. Due to the precision nature of these transmissions, field repairs cannot be recommended.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE:
To insure a long and trouble free service life on all the components used on the Model (501) a regular and thorough maintenance schedule should be followed. As with any type of precision made equipment, a certain amount of initial bedding in or seating of the components will take place. The following items should be checked after the first (10) hours of operation and on a weekly basis, or each (40) hours of use:
1.Drive system chains, belts and controls.
2.Mower deck belts
3.Tire pressures.
4.Hydrostat oil.
5.Tightness of all nuts and bolts.
Refer to engine service manual provided with your mower for maintenance schedules and procedures to be used on the engine.
