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Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication
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ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M
Table of Contents
NOTES:
1.
Initial engine oil and oil filter change is after the first 5 hours of operation. Thereafter, change engine oil and oil filter every 50
hours of operation. Change every 25 hours when operating the engine under dusty or dirty conditions, heavy load, high
temperatures and hot weather periods. Refer to Engine Owner’s Manual.
2.
Torque lug nuts initially and after first 2 hours of operation.
3.
Remove cooling shrouds and clean cooling areas. Check oil cooler fins and clean as needed. Refer to Engine
Owner’s Manual.
4.
Inspect ground and deck belt tensions every 6 months or 100 hours and replace if worn or cracking is noticed.
Otherwise, replace every 200 hours or 2 years whichever comes first.
5.
Inspect all hydraulic system components for leaks and repair as necessary. Replace any hoses that are cracked
or damaged.
6.
Replace air cleaner filter element if damaged, every 200 hours or every season (whichever comes first). Replace
more frequently when used in dusty conditions.
7.
Initial hydraulic oil and filter change is between 25 and 50 hours of operation.
8.
X/M = Service per hours indicated in column or monthly (whichever comes first).
X/A = Service per hours indicated in column or annually (whichever comes first).
Maintenance Schedule
Service at Intervals Indicated
Every
25 Hrs
Every
50 Hrs
Every
100 Hrs
Every
200 Hrs
Every
500 Hrs
Refer to
Page
Clean mower, Deck & Engine Cooling System
Daily (After engine has cooled.)
Verify Safety Start Interlock System
Daily (Before each use)
16
Inspect Unit for loose hardware and damage
Daily (Before each use)
32
Visually Inspect Tires
Daily (Before each use)
57
Check Engine Oil Level
Daily (Before each use & every 4 hours thereafter)
39
Clean Air Intake Screen
Daily (Before each use & every 4 hours thereafter)
40
Check Fuel Level
Daily (Before each use)
38
Inspect Fuel System for Leaks
Daily (Before each use)
38
Blades - Sharp & Securely Fastened
Daily (Before each use)
44 & 56
Discharge Chute -
Securely In Place & In Lowest Position
Daily (Before each use)
Grease Blade Spindle Bearings
X
47
Change Engine Oil & Filter (1)
X
39
Clean Cylinder And Head Fins
X
Check Battery Connections
X
11 & 36
Check Tire Pressure With A Gauge
X
57
Clean Engine Exterior (3)
X
Check hydraulic Oil Level
X
37
Tighten Lug Nuts On Wheels (2)
X
56
Grease Caster Wheel Bearings
X
47
Check Ground And Deck Belt Tension (4)
X
42 & 42
Check Hydraulic system (5)
X
37
Change Fuel Filter (3)
X
38
Grease Deck Lift Points (8)
X/M
48
Grease Deck Lift Pivot Points (8)
X/M
Replace Spark Plugs(3)
X
Replace Air Cleaner Paper Element (6)
X
40
Inspect fuel caps (8)
X/A
38
Grease Front Axle Center Pivot (8)
X/A
48
Grease Idler Arm Pivot Pin (8)
X/A
48
Change Hydraulic oil & Filter (7) (8)
X/A
37
