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MAINTENANCE
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General Purpose Grease
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Refer to Maintenance “ENGINE” Section
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ENGINE
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FRONT
WHEEL
BEARING
ZERK
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STEERING
SECTOR
GEAR
TEETH
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FRONT
WHEEL
BEARING
ZERK
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SPINDLE ZERK
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SPINDLE ZERK
LUBRICATION CHART
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have
been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive
full value from the warranty, operator must main tain tractor
as instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your tractor.
At least once a season, check to see if you should make
any of the adjustments described in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual.
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At least once a year you should replace the spark plug,
clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts
for wear. A new spark plug and clean air filter ensure
proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better
and last longer.
BEFORE EACH USE
• Check engine oil level.
• Check brake operation.
• Check tire pressure.
•
Check operator presence and ROS systems for proper
operation.
• Check for loose fasteners.
IMPORTANT:
DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS
WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS. VISCOUS
LU BRI CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL
SHORT EN THE LIFE OF THE SELF-LU BRI CAT ING BEARINGS.
IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST BE LU BRI CAT ED, USE ONLY A
DRY, POW DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LU BRI CANT SPARINGLY.
1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures
2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.
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3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.
4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery.
5 - See Cleaning in Maintenance Section.
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BEFORE
EACH
USE
EVERY
25
HOURS
EVERY
8
HOURS
EVERY
100
HOURS
EVERY
SEASON
BEFORE
STORAGE
EVERY
50
HOURS
Clean Air Filter
Change Engine Oil (models with oil filter)
Clean Engine Cooling Fins
Clean Air Screen
Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)
Replace Fuel Filter
Change Engine Oil (models without oil filter)
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Check Battery Level
Clean Battery and Terminals
Lubrication Chart
Check/Replace Mower Blades
Check for Loose Fasteners
Check Operator Presence and ROS Systems
Check Tire Pressure
Check Brake Operation
Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge
Replace Spark Plug
Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester
Check Engine Oil Level
Check V-Belts
Check Mower Levelness
Clean Debris off Steering Plate
