Maintenance and cleaning
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Maintenance and cleaning
Improper maintenance can make the device unsafe for operation and result in accidents. Regular maintenance keeps you
device ready for use.
Service the device according to the following maintenance instructions.
Contact an authorised service centre if problems during maintenance occur or if you determine deficiencies during one of the
following inspections.
Before and after each use by the user
Component
Action
When the engine
is not running
When the en-
gine is running
Device
Check for safe working condition (basic inspection).
X
Clean.
X
Fuel
Prior to use, refill fuel.
X
Is the tank cap closed?
X
Tank, fuel valve, and
fuel line
Check parts for leaks and check for good condition.
X
Ventilation grid
Clean.
X
Air filter
Maintain.
X
Blade and fastening
components
Check for wear and damage. See chapter Checking the
blade.
X
Clean the screw-on point of the knife blade.
X
Release the drive lever Does the device stop when the lever is in neutral posi-
tion (parking brake)?
X
Does the lever move to neutral position when the brake
pedal is actuated?
X
Does the drive lever go to neutral position when the
driver leaves the seat?
X
Bowden cables
Check for proper function and ease of movement.
X
Acceleration lever
Check for proper function.
X
Chassis and protective
devices
Check for rust and fissures and check the welding
seams.
X
Are all protective devices and covers in place, fastened
correctly and properly functioning?
X
Label
Check for proper condition and completeness.
X
Engine
For reliable information, see the operating manual of the
engine manufacturer.
X
Check oil level (see operating instructions of the engine
manufacturer).
X
Parking brake
Check.
X
Flammable material
Remove easily flammable debris buildup from the en-
gine and the device.
X
Steering
Check the clearance.
X
Tyres
Check tyres and, if necessary, the tire pressure.
X
Safety switches
Check the switches at the driver seat, cutting height ad-
justment, and drive for proper function.
X
Ignition lock
Check for proper function.
X
Hydrostatic transmis-
sion
Check oil level.
X
