Maintenance
Maintenance
Note:
Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.
Maintenance Safety
•
Park machine on level ground, stop engine,
and disconnect spark plug wire. Wait for all
moving parts to stop before leaving the operator’s
position. Allow the machine to cool before
servicing, adjusting, fueling, cleaning, or storing.
WARNING
Tipping the machine may cause the fuel to
leak from the carburetor or the fuel tank.
Gasoline is extremely flammable, highly
explosive, and under certain conditions, can
cause personal injury or property damage.
Avoid fuel spills by running the engine dry or
by removing the gasoline with a hand pump;
never siphon.
•
If you leave the wire on the spark plug, someone
could accidently start the engine and seriously
injure you or other bystanders. Disconnect the
wire from the spark plug before you perform any
maintenance or repairs.
•
Never allow untrained personnel to service
machine.
•
Keep the machine, guards, shields and all
safety devices in place and in safe working
condition. Frequently check for worn or
deteriorating components and replace them with
the manufacturer’s recommended parts when
necessary.
WARNING
Removal or modification of original
equipment, parts and/or accessories may
alter the warranty, controllability, and safety
of the machine. Unauthorized modifications
to the original equipment or failure to use
original Z Turf Equipment parts could lead
to serious injury or death. Unauthorized
changes to the machine, engine, fuel or
venting system, may violate applicable safety
standards such as: ANSI, OSHA and NFPA
and/or government regulations such as EPA
and CARB.
•
Keep hands and feet away from moving parts.
If possible, Do Not make adjustments with the
engine running.
•
Check all bolts frequently to maintain proper
tightness.
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s)
Maintenance Service
Interval
Maintenance Procedure
After the first 5 hours
• Change the engine oil.
Before each use or daily
• Check the engine oil level.
• Check the blades for wear or damage.
• Check for loose hardware.
• Check the seed gate.
• Clean the engine and exhaust system area.
• Clean the grass and debris build-up from the machine.
• Clean the debris build-up from under the machine.
Every 25 hours
• Check the condition of the belts.
• Grease the slicer shaft bearings.
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