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Maintenance
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.
Recommended Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Service
Interval
Maintenance Procedure
Each Use
•
Check the engine oil level.
•
Check the stopping time of the blade brake. The blade must stop within
3 seconds of releasing the bail; if it does not, contact an Authorized Service
Dealer for repair.
•
Remove grass clippings and dirt from under the housing.
•
Clean the discharge tunnel and the discharge tunnel plug.
5 Hours
•
Check the blade and the engine mounting fasteners. Tighten them if they are
loose.
25 Hours
•
Clean the foam pre-cleaner of the air cleaner.
•
Lubricate the pivot arms (self-propel model only).
50 Hours
•
Change the engine oil (without the oil filter).
1
•
Sharpen or replace the blade; maintain it more frequently if the edge dulls
quickly in rough or in sandy conditions.
•
Check for leaks in the fuel system and/or a deteriorating fuel hose. Replace
parts if necessary.
•
Remove grass clippings and debris from under the belt cover.
75 Hours
•
Adjust the self-propel drive system (self-propel model only).
100 Hours
•
Change the oil filter.
•
Inspect the spark plug and replace it if necessary.
•
Clean the paper air filter.
•
Clean the cooling system; remove grass clippings, debris, or dirt from the engine
air cooling fins and starter. Clean the system more frequently in dirty or
high-chaff conditions.
•
Clean the fuel filter.
•
Lubricate the gear case.
•
Adjust the blade brake cable.
•
Service the wheels.
300 Hours
•
Replace the paper air filter. Replace it more frequently in dusty operating
conditions.
Storage
•
Empty the fuel tank before repairs as directed or before storage.
1
Change the engine oil after the first 8 operating hours.
Important
Refer to your engine operator’s manual for additional maintenance procedures.
