Normal Care
SCHEDULE
The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your rider and mower. You will need to keep a record of your operating time. Determining operating time is easily accomplished by multiplying the time it takes to do one job by the number of times you’ve done the job, or you can install the optional hour meter.
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Check safety interlock system. | 8 | ● |
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Check rider brakes. | 26 | ● |
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Check mower blade stopping time. | 30 | ● |
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Check rider & mower for loose hardware. | – | ● | ● | ● |
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Check engine oil level. | * | ● | ● | ● |
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Check engine & air filter. | * |
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Change engine oil and filter.** | * |
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Lubricate rider & mower. | 17 |
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Check fluid levels & tire pressure | 16 | ● | ● |
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Change transmission fluid. (Hydro only)**** | – |
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Check fuel filter. | 16 |
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Clean battery & cables | 18 |
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Clean/sharpen blades. | 18 |
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*See the engine manufacturer's owner's manual.
**Change original engine oil after first 5 hours of operation.
***More often in hot (over 85° F: 30° C) weather or dusty operating conditions.
****Transaxle is a sealed unit and requires no regular interval fluid changes.
RAISING THE SEAT DECK
To gain access to the engine compartment, simply raise the seat deck forward.
CHECKING TIRE PRESSURE
Front and rear tire pressure should be 10 to12 psi (68 to 82 kPa)
CHECKING/ADDING GASOLINE
Check the gas gauge/cap to be sure there is enough gasoline to complete the job. To add gasoline, remove the gas gauge/cap. Do not overfill. Leave room in the tank for fuel expansion. Refer to your engine manual for gasoline recommendations. Install and hand tighten the gas gauge/cap.
CAUTION
Never use gasoline containing METHANOL, gaso- hol containing more than 10% ethanol, gasoline additives, premium gasoline, or white gas because engine/fuel system damage could result.
CHECKING FUEL FILTER
WARNING
Do not remove fuel filter when engine is hot, as spilled gasoline may ignite. DO NOT spread hose clamps further than necessary. Ensure clamps grip hoses firmly over filter after installation.
The fuel filter is located in fuel line between fuel tank and carburetor. If filter is dirty or clogged, replace as follows. Place a container below filter to catch spilled gasoline.
1.Using a pliers, open and slide hose clamps from fuel filter.
2.Remove hoses from filter.
3.Install new filter in proper flow direction in fuel line. Secure with hose clamps. See warning at beginning of procedure.
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