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08/2013
Dixie Chopper ▪ 6302 E. County Road 100 N. ▪ Coatesville, IN ▪ 46121 ▪ www.dixiechopper.com
Routine Maintenance
Maintenance should be performed per the requirements in the chart below or as needed.
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IMPORTANT NOTE: CHANGE ENGINE OIL AND FILTER AFTER FIRST 8 HOURS OF USE AND
THEN EVERY 25 HOURS THEREAFTER. FAILURE TO DO SO wILL VOID THE ENGINE wARRANTY.
3
IMPORTANT NOTE: CHANGE TRANSAXLE OIL AND FILTER AFTER FIRST 75 HOURS OF USE
AND THEN EVERY 400 HOURS THEREAFTER. FAILURE TO DO SO wILL VOID THE TRANSAXLE
wARRANTY.
NOTE: THE RECOMMENDED TRANSAXLE OIL FOR YOUR MOWER IS DIXIE CHOPPER PART #902353.
We strongly urge that you use this oil in the event that you should need to refill or add hydraulic reservoir. How
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ever if this is unavailable, you may substitute a motor oil of 89 SUS or better (at 212 degrees Fahrenheit) , such
as a high grade 10W50,15W40, 15W50, or 20W50
Engine Oil:
Consult engine manual.
Lube Grease:
Dixie Chopper Heavy Duty Grease part number 902373.
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Engine air filters should be cleaned/changed more frequently in dusty conditions or when airborne
debris is present.
Routine Maintenance Chart
Before
Each
Use
Every
25
Hours
Every
100
Hours or
Annually
Every
400
Hours
Check Safety Interlock System
X
Inspect unit for loose hardware and/or damaged parts
X
Inspect tires for wear and proper inflation
(front 15 psi, rear 10psi)
X
Inspect fuel level
X
Inspect for fuel and/or oil leaks
X
Inspect engine oil coolers for build up
X
Inspect and clean air intake screen
X
Check engine oil level (
See
engine owner’s manual)
X
Check blades for sharpness and wear
X
Check hydraulic overflow tank
X
Change transaxle oil and filter
3
X
Inspect engine cooling fins under engine shroud
(
See
authorized Dixie Chopper dealer for cleaning if build-up
exists).
X
Check engine air cleaner. Replace if necessary
1
X
Change engine oil and filter
(
See
engine owner’s manual)
2
X
Change engine fuel filter
X
Replace cutting blades
X
