Section 5: Maintenance
WARNING
Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for moving parts to stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key (electric start models).
Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage.
ATTENTION! This chart describes service guidelines only. It does not provide complete service information. Complete service is available from your authorized mower or engine dealer. Before performing any of the maintenance procedures, refer to the appropriate information contained in this Manual or the Engine Owner’s Manual for the correct safety precautions and mainte- nance procedures.
Maintenance Chart
INTERVAL* | ITEM | SERVICE |
Each use | Mower Blade | As Required |
| Loose or Missing Hardware | Tighten or Replace |
| Belts | Check |
| Engine Oil Level | Check |
| Controls | Check for Proper Operation |
| Mulching Cover | Check for Proper Cover Installation |
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1st 2 hours | Engine Oil | Change |
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25 hours | Engine Oil*** | Change |
| Foam Air Filter**** | Clean |
| Mower Blade(s) | Sharpen and Balance |
| Control Linkages and Pivots | Lube with Light Oil |
50 hours | Engine Oil*** | Change |
| Blade Drive Belt Adjust | Adjust Tension |
| Engine Cooling Fins | Clean |
| Grease Fittings** | Grease |
Annually or 100 hours | Air Filter Element**** | Replace |
| Spark Plug | Clean/Replace, |
| Transmission Output Shaft | Grease |
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Monthly | Linkages | Adjust |
| Belts | Check/Replace, Adjust |
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Annually or 50 hours | Front Wheel Bearings | Grease |
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*Interval describes running time.
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***Consult engine manual for more detailed engine service infor- mation.
****Clean more often under dusty conditions or when airborne debris is present. Replace air cleaner parts, if very dirty.
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