Maintenance
CAUTION
Excessive debris around engine and exhaust system area can cause engine, exhaust area, and hydraulic system to overheat which can create a fire hazard.
Clean all debris from engine and exhaust system area.
1.Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key. Engage parking brake.
2.Remove air deflector panel from behind seat.
3.Clean around flywheel, cylinder head, injectors, and injector pump.
4.Clean all debris from the exhaust system area.
5.Wipe up any excessive grease or oil around the engine and exhaust area.
6.Reinstall the air deflector panel.
Important: Do Not use water to clean engine. Use low pressure compressed air. See Engine Owner’s Manual.
Clean Debris From Machine
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
1.Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key. Engage parking brake.
2.Clean off any oil, debris, or grass
Clean Grass Build-Up Under Deck
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
1.Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key. Engage parking brake.
2.Raise deck to the transport (5 inch (12.7 cm) cutting height) position. Lift the front of unit and support unit using jack stands or equivalent support.
Clean the Radiator
Service Interval: Every 50 hours (May be required more often in dry or dirty conditions.)
1.Stop engine, wait for all rotating parts to stop and remove key. Engage parking brake.
2.Allow engine to cool.
3.Rotate seat and engine cover forward.
4.While holding fan up, remove the four screws attaching the fan to the shroud. Disconnect and remove the fan.
5.Using compressed air, blow out debris stuck between the fins of the entire radiator, both from the top down and from the bottom up.
6.If debris remains, it may be necessary to use water from a low pressure hose. If the radiator is clean, proceed to step 8.
7.Cover the engine with a piece of cardboard, or a plastic sheet. Squirt water down through the fins. Blow through with low pressure air from both directions. If debris remains, repeat until clean.
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9.Start the engine to ensure the fan is functioning properly.
CAUTION
Raising the mower deck for service or maintenance relying solely on mechanical or hydraulic jacks could be dangerous. The mechanical or hydraulic jacks may not be enough support or may malfunction allowing the unit to fall, which could cause injury.
Do Not rely solely on mechanical or hydraulic jacks for support. Use adequate jack stands or equivalent support.
3.Clean out any grass
Waste Disposal
Motor Oil Disposal
Engine oil and hydraulic oil are both pollutants to the environment. Dispose of used oil at a certified recycling center or according to your state and local regulations.
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