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MAINTENANCE
8.1 GENERAL ________________________________________________________________
1.
Adjustment and maintenance should always be
performed by a qualified technician. If proper
adjustments cannot be made, contact an authorized
Jacobsen Dealer.
2.
Inspect the equipment on a regular basis, establish a
maintenance schedule, and keep detailed records.
a.
Keep the equipment clean.
b.
Keep all moving parts properly adjusted and
lubricated.
c.
Replace worn or damaged parts before operating
the machine.
d.
Keep all fluids at their proper levels.
e.
Keep shields in place and all hardware securely fas-
tened.
f.
Keep tires properly inflated.
3.
Long hair, jewelry, or loose fitting clothing may get
tangled in moving parts.
4.
Use the illustrations in the
Parts and Maintenance
Manual
as reference for the disassembly and
assembly of components.
5.
Recycle or dispose of all hazardous materials
(batteries, fuel, lubricants, antifreeze, etc.) according to
local, state, or federal regulations.
8.2
ENGINE _________________________________________________________________
IMPORTANT:
A separate Engine Manual, prepared by
the engine manufacturer, is supplied with this mower
.
Read the Engine Manual carefully until you are familiar
with the operation and maintenance of the engine.
Proper attention to the engine manufacturer’s directions
will assure maximum service life of the engine. To order
a replacement Engine Manual contact the engine
manufacturer.
The proper break-in of a new engine can make a
considerable difference to the performance and life of the
engine.
Note:
The mower is designed to operate and cut most
efficiently at the preset governor setting. Do not change the
engine governor settings or overspeed the engine.
During the break-in period, Jacobsen recommends the
following:
1.
Drive modestly for the first 25 hours at reduced engine
speed.
2.
Avoid full throttle starts and rapid acceleration.
3.
Allow the engine to reach operating temperature before
operating at full load.
4.
Change the oil and filter after the first 8 hours of
operation.
5.
Refer to
and
Engine Manual
for specific
maintenance intervals.
WARNING
Before you clean, adjust, or repair this mower, disengage
all drives, lower implements to the ground, engage
parking brake, stop engine, and remove key from ignition
switch to prevent injuries.
Make sure the mower is parked on a solid and level
surface. Never work on a mower that is supported only
by a jack. Always use jack stands.
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