HUSTLER Honda Engine Z, Parts Manual, Page: 140 / 166

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1. Initial oil change is after 5 hours of operation. Thereafter, change oil after every 40 hours operation.
Change more often under dusty or dirty conditions and during hot weather periods.
2. Torque initially and after first 2 hours of operation.
3. Perform initial hydraulic filter change after 50 hours (one week) of operation.
4. Change engine oil filter per the engine manufacturer’s recommendations. Refer to Engine Owner’s
Manual for recommendations and other maintenance items.
5. Service more often under dusty or dirty conditions. Use caution when servicing to prevent dust
contamination in the engine. Do not clean filter element. Replace with a new one.
6. Pump drive belt only - Inspect every 100 hours and replace if worn or cracking is noticed. Otherwise,
replace every 400 hours or 2 years whichever comes first.
7. Check fuel line hoses, fuel valve and grommets for any cracks or leaks
REFERENCES:
a -- Refer to Engine Owner’s Manual
NOTE: After completing maintenance cycle (500 hours), repeat cycle.
SERVICE AT INTERVALS INDICATED
WEEKLY OR 50
HOURS
MONTHLY OR 100
HOURS
ANNUALLY OR 500
HOURS
Verify safety start interlock system Daily
Visually inspect unit for loose hardware and/or
damaged parts
Daily
Visually inspect tires
Daily
Check oil level, engine (1)
Daily or every 4 hours
Clean air intake screen (5) Daily or every 4 hours
Check fuel level
Daily
Blades - sharpen & securely fastened Daily
Discharge chute - securely in place & in lowest
position
Daily
Clean engine and pump compartment
Daily
Replace air cleaner paper element (5)
As needed
Grease deck idler X
Grease deck pusher arms
X
Grease pump idler X
Grease deck height pivots
X
Grease gauge wheel bearings X
Change engine oil and filter (1) (4)
X
Clean cylinder and head fins(a) X
Check battery connections X
Check tire pressure with a gauge
X
Check hydraulic oil level X
Clean engine exterior (a)
X
Clean & regap spark plugs (a) X
Check pump and deck belt tension and condition (6)
X
Check fuel and hydraulic lines (7) X
Check fuel valve and grommet (7)
X
Tighten lug nuts on wheels (2) X
Change fuel filter X
Clean or replace hydraulic fill cap
X
Change hydraulic oil and filter (3) X
Grease deck spindle housings
X
Replace spark plugs X