Maintenance Instructions
CAUTION
Maintenance procedures requiring special training or tools should be performed by a trained technician.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CHART - RECOMMENDED SERVICE INTERVALS - MODEL MS
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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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Clean GHS Exhaust Screen* | x |
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Clean GHS Blower* | x |
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Service Mower Blades | x |
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Check Security of Air Filtration Components | x |
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Check Air Filter Restriction Gauge | x |
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Lubricate Grease Fittings and Oil Points* |
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Check Battery Electrolyte Level |
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Check Hydrostatic Transmission 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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Change Engine Crankcase Oil** |
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Clean Fuel Filter |
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Change Engine Oil Filter |
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Clean Air Filter Element* |
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Check Gear Axle Oil Level |
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Clean Hydrostatic Transmission Cooling Fins |
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Clean and Regap Spark Plug |
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Clean Engine Cooling Fins |
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Check Fuel Lines and Clamps |
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Replace Air Filter Element |
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and Vacuator Valve*** |
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Service Battery |
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Check/Adjust Blade/Brake Action |
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Check/Adjust FSC Friction Lock |
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Change Gear Axle Oil ∆ |
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Change Hydrostatic Transmission Fluid ∆ |
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Replace Fuel Lines and Clamps |
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∗More often in extremely dusty or dirty conditions (see notes about air cleaner element under
IMPORTANT TIPS FOR CARE OF KAWASAKI ENGINE)
∗∗Change engine oil and filter after first 8 hours of operation of a new engine
∗∗∗Replace every year or after 6 cleanings
∆Change every 2 years or 1000 hours
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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