Maintenance
Refer to the following chart for fitting locations
and lubrication schedule.
Lubrication Chart
Fitting
Locations
Initial
Pumps
Number of
Places
Service
Interval
1. Idler
Bushings
1–2
1
25 Hours
Check Condition of Belt
Service Interval: Every 50 hours
All Units
1.
Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and
remove key. Engage parking brake.
2.
Inspect the belt for damage or wear. Replace belt
with one of the following:
Deck
Part No.
48 inch
116-4844
52 inch
1-653438
60 inch
109-9249
Cleaning
Clean Muffler and Rear
Frame Area
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and
remove key. Engage parking brake.
WARNING
Operating engine parts, especially the muffler,
become extremely hot. Severe burns can occur
on contact and debris, such as leaves, grass,
brush, etc. can catch fire.
•
Allow engine parts, especially the muffler, to
cool before touching.
•
Remove accumulated debris from muffler and
engine area.
Clean Rear Screen In Hopper
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
1.
Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and
remove key. Engage parking brake.
2.
Open hopper and remove clippings that are stuck
to the screen.
Clean Blower
Service Interval: Yearly or before storage
Grass build up may cause problems with the impeller
when the unit is put back into operation.
1.
Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and
remove key. Engage parking brake.
2.
Remove grass buildup from around the impeller
before placing it in storage.
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