MAINTENANCE
M.,NTE..NCESCHEDULE
AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE J__ZERVICE DATE S
Chh:::
Check Operator Presence and
T Interlock Systems _1_
Check for Loose Fasteners V_5 ll_
A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades _3
Lubrication Chart l/
T Check Battery Level
R Clean Battery and Terminals V _
Check Transaxle Cooling I/
Check V-Belts If
Check Engine Oil Level V' I_ #
Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) 1_1,2 V'
E Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) I_1._ li/
N Clean Air Filter ql_2
G Clean Air Screen VF2
i_ Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester V'
E Replace Oil Filter (if equipped) li_1.2
Clean Engine Cooling Fins V' 2
Replace Spark Plug V' If
1/2
Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge
Replace Fuel Filter
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.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.
4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery.
5 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft.-Ibs, maximum.
Do not ove_ghten.
LUBRICATION CHART
The warranty on thistractor does not cover items that have
boon subjectedto operatorabuse ornegligence. Toreceive
full value from thewarranty, operator must maintain tractor
as instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to
propedy maintain your tractor.
All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section
of this manual should be checked at least once each
season.
• Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean
or replace ai rfilter, and check blades and belts for wear.
A new spark plug and clean air filter assure 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
interlocksystems for proper operation.
• Check for loose fasteners.
ZERK _,_-:.
_FRONT !
BEARING ZERK
ZERK
"OFRONTWHEEL
BEARING ZERK
OGENERAL PURPOSE GREASE
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_)REFER TO MAINTENANCE "ENGINE" SECTION
IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS WHICH
HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS. VISCOUS LUBRICANTS WILL
ATrRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN THE LIFE OF
THE SELF-LUBRICATING BEARINGS. IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST
BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY, POWDERED GRAPHITE TYPE
LUBRICANT SPARINGLY.
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