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700925
07/2012
Dixie Chopper
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6302 E. County Road 100 N.
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Coatesville, IN
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46121
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www.dixiechopper.com
Routine Maintenance
Routine Maintenance Chart
Before
Each
Use
Every
25
Hours
Every
100
Hours or
Annually
Every
400
Hours or
Annually
Check Safety Interlock System
X
Inspect unit for loose hardware and/or damaged parts
X
Inspect tires for wear and proper infl ation
(front 15psi, rear 8psi)
X
Inspect fuel level
X
Inspect for fuel and/or oil leaks
X
Inspect engine oil coolers for build up
X
Inspect and clean air intake screen
X
Check engine oil level (See engine owner’s manual)
X
Check oil level in the transaxles
X
Check blades for sharpness and wear
X
Replace cutting blades
X
Inspect engine cooling fi ns under engine shroud
(See authorized Dixie Chopper dealer for cleaning if
build-up exists).
X
Check engine air cleaner. Replace if necessary
1
X
Inspect engine to deck belt tension
(See authorized Dixie Chopper dealer)
X
Change engine oil and fi lter
(See engine owner’s manual)
2
X
Change engine fuel fi lter
X
Grease deck spindle assemblies
X
Grease front caster bearings
X
Grease all other zerk fi ttings
X
Change transaxle oil and fi lter
3
(See authorized Dixie Chopper dealer)
X
2
IMPORTANT NOTE: CHANGE ENGINE OIL AND FILTER AFTER FIRST 5 HOURS OF USE AND THEN
EVERY 25 HOURS THEREAFTER. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL VOID THE ENGINE WARRANTY.
NOTE:
The recommended Transaxle oil for your mower is part number 902325. We strongly urge that you use
this oil in the event that you should need to refi ll or add to your drive oil reservoir. However, if this is unavailable,
you may substitute a motor oil of 89 SUS or better (at 212 degrees fahrenheit), such as a high-grade 10W50,
15W40, 15W50, or 20W50
Engine Oil:
Consult engine manual.
Lube Grease:
Heavy Duty Grease part number 902373.
1
Engine air fi lters should be cleaned/changed more frequently in dusty conditions or when airborne debris is present.
3
Transaxle oil and fi lters must be initially changed at 100 hours; thereafter change every 400 hours or annually.
Changes MUST be performed by an Authorized Iron Eagle Service Dealer ONLY.
