Maintenance Instructions
CAUTION
Maintenance procedures requiring special training or tools should be performed by a trained technician.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CHART - RECOMMENDED SERVICE INTERVALS - MODEL MB
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Check Engine Crankcase Oil Level | x |
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Check/Clean Engine Air Cooling System* | x |
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Clean Grass Buildup Under Deck | x |
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Service Mower Blades | x |
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Check Security of Air Cleaner System | x |
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Lubricate Grease Fittings and Oil Points* |
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Check Transaxle Fluid |
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Check Tire Pressure |
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Check Drive Belts (Engine, PTO, Ground Drive) |
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Check PTO and Deck Gearbox Oil Seals |
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Inspect Air Filter Paper Element* |
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Clean and |
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Change Engine Crankcase Oil** |
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Change Engine Oil Filter |
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Check Security of Drive Tire |
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Mounting Nuts |
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Clean Transaxle Cooling Fins |
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Replace Fuel Filter |
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∗More often in extremely dusty or dirty conditions (see notes about air cleaner element under
IMPORTANT TIPS FOR CARE OF BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE)
∗∗Change engine oil and filter after first 8 hours of operation of a new engine
CAUTION
When performing maintenance with the mower body raised, a safety prop should be installed from back of body to chassis frame
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