IMPORTANT: It is essential that all Operator Safety Mechanism be connected and in proper working condition prior to use for mowing.
6.1.7Check for loose hardware: Service Interval: Daily
a)Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key.
b)Visually inspect machine for any loose hardware or any other possible problem. Tighten hardware or correct the problem before operating.
6.1.8Service air cleaner.
Service Interval: 50 hrs.
More often under severe conditions.
See Engine manual for additional information.
a)Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key.
b)Loosen retaining clips and remove air cleaner compartment cover.
c)Remove paper element. Check the condition of the paper element. Replace if dirty, bent or damaged.
d)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.
e)DO NOT wash or use pressurized air to clean paper element or inner element.
f)Reinstall elements. Position the cover so that the rubber dust ejector is pointing downward and secure with retaining clips.
6.1.9Change engine oil:
Service Interval: See Engine Owner’s Manual
NOTE: Change oil after first five (5) hours of operation, then refer to engine manual for future oil change frequencies.
a)Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key.
b)Drain oil while engine is warm from operation.
c)Oil drain is located on the left side of the engine. Place pan under machine to catch oil and open valve with a 10 mm wrench. Allow oil to drain then close valve.
d)Replace the oil filter as per Engine Owner's Manual. 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.
e)Clean around oil fill cap and remove cap. Fill to specified capacity and replace cap. Use oil as directed in Engine Owner's Manual. Do Not overfill.
f)Start the engine and check for leaks. Stop engine and recheck oil level.
6.1.10Check hydraulic oil level: Service Interval: 40 hrs.
a)Make sure mower is on a level surface.
b)Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop.
c)Visually inspect the sight gauge on hydraulic tank. Oil level should be visible to top of sight gauge. If not, clean area around hydraulic reservoir cap, remove cap, and fill the reservoir with Mobil 1
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