Maintenance
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s)
Maintenance Service
Interval
After the first 5 hours
Before each use or daily
Every 25 hours
Every 50 hours
Every 100 hours
Before storage
Important: Refer to your engine operator's manual for additional maintenance procedures.
If you leave the key in the ignition switch, someone could accidently start the engine and seriously
injure you or other bystanders.
Remove the key from the ignition and disconnect the wire from the spark plug before you do any
maintenance. Set the wire aside so that it does not accidentally contact the spark plug.
Maintenance Procedure
• Change the engine oil.
• Check the engine oil level.
• Check the safety system.
• Check the oil level.
• Check the battery electrolyte.
• Check the parking brake.
• Service the blades.
• Wash the underside of the mower.
• Grease and lubricate the tractor. More often in dusty or dirty conditions.
• Clean the air cleaner foam element.
• Service the spark plug.
• Check the tire pressure.
• Change the engine oil. Change it more often under a heavy load or in high
temperatures.
• Change the oil filter.
• Replace the air cleaner paper element.
• Replace the spark plug.
• Replace the fuel filter.
• Service the transaxle fluid.
• Clean the cooling system.
• Drain the fuel tank.
• Perform all the maintenance procedures listed above.
• Paint any chipped surfaces.
• Check the tire pressure.
• Check the safety system.
• Check the brakes.
• Check the spark plug.
• Check the battery electrolyte.
• Charge the battery and disconnect the cables.
• Check the belt(s) for wear and cracks.
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