Maintenance
Figure 12
1.
Pin
2.
1/4 inch (6 mm)
Check for Loose Hardware
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
1. Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and
remove the spark plug wire(s).
2. Visually inspect machine for any loose hardware
or any other possible problem. Tighten hardware
or correct the problem before operating.
Change Engine Oil
Service Interval: After the first 5 hours
Every 100 hours (May
need more often under
severe conditions.)
1. Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop.
2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug.
3. Drain oil while engine is warm from operation.
4. The oil drain is located on the left side of the
engine.
Place pan under drain fitting to catch oil. Remove
oil drain plug. Allow oil to drain and replace oil
drain plug.
5. Clean around oil fill cap and remove cap. Fill
to specified capacity and replace cap. Use oil
recommended in the
Check Engine Oil Level
section.
Do Not
overfill.
6. Start the engine and check for leaks. Stop engine
and recheck oil level.
7. Wipe up any spilled oil from engine deck
mounting surfaces.
Check Tire Pressures
Service Interval: Every 50 hours
1. Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and
leave engine switch in the “OFF” position.
2. Check tire pressure in drive tires.
3. Inflate drive tires to 17-20 psi (117-138 kPa).
Check Condition Of Belts
Service Interval: Every 50 hours
1. Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and
remove the spark plug wire(s).
2. Remove belt cover and engine shield to check belt
condition.
Lubricate Grease Fittings
Note:
See chart for service intervals.
1. Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and
leave engine switch in the “OFF” position.
2. Lubricate fittings with NGLI grade #2
multi-purpose gun grease.
Refer to the following chart for fitting locations
and lubrication schedule.
Lubrication Chart
Fitting
Locations
Initial Pumps
Number of
Places
Service
Interval
1. Broom Angle
Lock Pin
*0
1
100 hours
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