Check for loose fasteners.
•
Check operator presence and ROS systems for proper operation.
•
Check tire pressure.
•
Check brake operation.
•
Check engine oil level.
•
Clean Air Filter
Clean Air Screen
Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester
Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)
Clean Engine Cooling Fins
E
N
G
I
N
E
Change Engine Oil (without oil filter)
Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems
T
R
A Check for Loose Fasteners C Check/Replace Mower Blades T Lubrication Chart
0 Check Battery Level
R Clean Battery and Terminals
Check Transaxle Cooling
Check Mower Levelness
Check V-Belts
Check Engine Oil Level
Change Engine Oil (with oil filter)
Check Tire Pressure
Check Brake Operation
Replace Spark Plug
Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge
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.
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
EACH
USE
MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE
BEFORE
MAINTENANCE
EVERY | EVERY | EVERY | EVERY | EVERY | BEFORE |
8 | 25 | 50 | 100 | SEASON | STORAGE |
HOURS | HOURS | HOURS | HOURS |
|
|
3
4
1,2
1,2
2
2
1, 2
2
2
3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil. 4 - Not required if equipped with
LUBRICATION CHART
➀SPINDLE ZERK
➀FRONT WHEEL
BEARING ZERK
➀STEERING 
SECTOR GEAR
TEETH
➀SPINDLE ZERK
➀FRONT WHEEL BEARING ZERK
➁ENGINE
➀General Purpose Grease
➁Refer 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
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