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FOR BEST PERFORMANCE
Cut grass when it is dry.
Keep mower blades sharp.
Keep mower deck properly levelled.
Adjust anti-scalp rollers to prevent scalping.
Do not set height of cut too low. For very tall
grass, mow twice.
Do not travel too fast.
Mow with the engine set at full throttle.
When mulching, only remove 1/3 of grass
length per cutting. Do not cut more than 1
inch (2.54 cm) at any one time.
Discharge clippings into areas already cut.
Vary cutting pattern with each mowing.
Do not allow grass or debris to collect inside
of mower deck. Clean after each use.
Proper maintenance can prolong the life of
unit. The following charts show the
recommended service schedule. More
frequent service may be required due to
working conditions (heavy loads, high
ambient temperatures, dusty conditions, or
airborne debris).
See the maintenance instructions in the
Engine Manual for additional information.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
WARNING: AVOID INJURY.
Read and understand entire
Safety section before proceeding.
Period
Service
Task
Each
Use
Check Safety Interlock
WARNING: Safety interlock system
failure and improper operation of unit can
result in death or serious injury. Test this
system each time the unit is operated. If
this system does not function as
described, do not operate until repairs are
made. See Safety Interlock System on
page 12.
Check Parking Brake
Interlock System
See Parking Brake Interlock System on page 12.
Check Hydraulic Fluid
Check hydraulic oil level mark on cap/dipstick. Add
15W50 synthetic oil as needed. Do not overfill. See
Check Hydraulic Fluid Level on page 18.
Check Tires
See Specifications on page 30 for correct tire
pressure.
CAUTION: Avoid injury! Explosive
separation of tire and rim parts is possible
when they are serviced incorrectly:
•Do not attempt to mount a tire without the
proper equipment and experience to
perform the job.
•Do not inflate the tires above the
recommended pressure.
•
Do not weld or heat a wheel and tire
assembly. Heat can cause an increase in air
pressure resulting in an explosion. Welding
can structurally weaken or deform the
wheel.
•
Do not stand in front or over the tire
assembly when inflating. Use a clip-on
chuck and extension hose long enough to
allow you to stand to one side.
