Periodic Service Schedule
PERIODIC SERVICE SCHEDULE
REGULAR INTERVAL
SERVICE
Battery
Clean terminals and wash dirt from casing;
check electrolyte level. Add distilled water if
necessary.
See page 50.
Front wheel alignment and toe-in
Check and adjust if necessary.
See Steering
and Front Suspension Section in the
appropriate maintenance and service
manual.
Electrical wiring and connections
Check for tightness and damage.
Inspect master cylinder, brake lines, and hoses
for damage or leakage.
Check park brake cables for damage; replace
if necessary.
Brake system
Check brake pads and discs; replace if
necessary.
For brake wear-in procedure,
see Hydraulic Brakes in the Pre-Operation
and Daily Safety Checklist on page 23. See
also Brake System in the maintenance and
service manual.
Spark arrestor
Inspect spark arrestor for damage
Semiannual service by trained technician
only (or every 50 hours of operation,
whichever comes first)
Engine air intake system
Clean pre-cleaner and air filter element.
See
Air Intake System on page 47.
Check for leaks around gaskets, fill plugs, etc.
Adjust valve clearance.
See Briggs and
Stratton Vanguard Model 2900000 Service
Manual.
Engine
Inspect, clean, and gap spark plug; replace if
necessary. See authorized dealer or trained
technician for service.
Replace air filter element.
See Air Intake
System on page 47.
Engine air intake system
Check clamps for tightness; check hose for
cracks.
General vehicle
Check for loose hardware and tighten if
necessary.
Fuel filters
Replace. Dispose of used filters properly.
Clutch cover vent inlet filter (if equipped)
Replace. Dispose of used filters properly.
Drive belt
Inspect drive belt for cracks/damage. Replace
if necessary.
Annual service by trained technician only
(or every 100 hours of operation, whichever
comes first)
Safety decals
Check safety decals. Replace if damaged or
illegible.
Every 200 hours of operation by trained
technician only
Drive belt
Inspect drive belt for cracks/damage. Replace
if necessary.
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