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c) If machine does not pass any of these tests,
DO NOT
operate. Contact
your authorized EXMARK SERVICE DEALER.
IMPORTANT: It is essential that all Operator Safety Mechanisms, be in
place and in proper operating condition prior to mowing.
5.1.6
Check for loose hardware.
Service Interval:
Daily
a)
Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key.
b)
Visually inspect machine for any loose hardware or any other possible
problem. Tighten hardware or correct the problem before operating.
5.1.7
Service air cleaner.
Service Interval: 50 hrs.
more often under severe conditions.
See Engine manual for additional information.
a)
Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key.
b)
Loosen retaining clips and remove air cleaner compartment cover.
c)
Remove paper element. Check the condition of the inner element.
Replace if dirty, bent or damaged.
d)
Check the condition of the inner element. Replace whenever it appears dirty,
typically every other time the paper element is replaced. Clean the base
around the inner element before removing, so dirt does not get into the engine.
e)
DO NOT
wash or use pressurized air to clean paper element or inner element.
f)
Reinstall elements. Position the cover so that the rubber dust ejector is
pointing downward and secure with retaining clips.
5.1.8
Change engine oil.
Service Interval:
See Engine Owner's Manual
NOTE:
Change oil after first five (5) hours of operation. Follow engine
manufacturers recommendations for future oil changes.
a)
Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key.
b)
Drain oil while engine is warm from operation.
c)
Oil drain valve is located on the right hand side of Kohler engines and the left
hand side for Kawasaki engines. Place pan under machine to catch oil and
open valve with a 10 mm wrench. Allow oil to drain then close the valve.
d)
Replace the oil filter as per Engine Owner's Manual. Clean around oil filter
and unscrew filter to remove. Before reinstalling new filter, apply a thin
coating of oil on the surface of the rubber seal. Turn filter clockwise until
rubber seal contacts the filter adapter, then tighten filter an additional 2/3 to
3/4 turn.
e)
Clean around oil fill cap and remove cap. Fill to the specified capacity and
replace cap. Use oil as specified in Engine Owners Manual.
Do not overfill.
f)
Start the engine and check for leaks. Stop engine and recheck oil level.
5.1.9
Check the battery charge.
Allowing the batteries to stand for an extended period without recharging them will
result in reduced performance and service life. To preserve optimum battery
performance and life, recharge batteries in storage when the open circuit voltage
drops to 12.4 volts.
Note: To prevent damage due to freezing, battery should be fully charged before
putting away for winter storage.
