Maintenance
Note: If machine does not pass any of these tests, Do Not operate. Contact your authorized EXMARK
SERVICE DEALER.
Important: It is essential that operator safety mechanisms be connected and in proper operating condition prior to use for mowing.
Check Rollover Protections Systems (Roll Bar) Pins
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
Make sure latch pin and hair pin are fully installed and lanyard is in good condition.
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.
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 50 hours (May need more often under severe conditions. See the Engine Owner’s Manual for additional information.)
1.Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key. Engage parking brake.
2.Tilt seat forward and raise hood to gain access to the air cleaner.
3.Loosen retaining clips and remove air cleaner compartment cover.
4.Remove paper element. Check the condition of the paper element. Replace if dirty, bent or damaged.
5.Check the condition of the inner element. Replace whenever it appears dirty, typically every other time the paper element is replaced. Clean the base around the inner element before removing, so dirt does not get into the engine.
6.Do Not wash or use pressurized air to clean paper element or inner element.
7.Reinstall elements. Position the cover so that the rubber dust ejector is pointing downward and secure with retaining clips.
Change Engine Oil
Service Interval: After the first 5 hours
Every 100 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first) (May need more often under severe conditions.)
1.Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key. Engage parking brake.
2.Tilt seat forward and raise hood to gain access to the engine area.
3.Drain oil while engine is warm from operation.
4.Fit hose in literature pack over oil drain valve. Rotate the valve 1/4 counterclockwise and gently pull outward to open the valve. Allow the oil to drain, then close the valve by pushing inward and rotating 1/4 turn clockwise. Remove and retain the hose for future use.
5.Replace the oil filter every other oil change. Clean around oil filter and unscrew filter to remove. Before reinstalling new filter, apply a thin coating of oil on the surface of the rubber seal. Turn filter clockwise until rubber seal contacts the filter adapter then tighten filter an additional 2/3 to 3/4 turn.
6.Clean around oil fill cap and remove cap. Fill to specified capacity and replace cap.
7.Use oil recommended in engine owner’s manual. Do Not overfill. Start the engine and check for leaks.
Check Hydraulic Oil Level
Service Interval: Every 40 hours
1.Stop engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Engage parking brake.
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