MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE
Check Brake Operation
Check Tire Pressure
T
Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems
R
Check for Loose Fasteners
A
C
Check/Replace Mower Blades
T
Lubrication Chart
0
Check Battery Level
R
Clean Battery and Terminals
Clean Debris Off Steering Plate
Che
ck Transaxle Cooling
Check Mower Levelness
Che
ck V-Belts
Check Engine Oil Level
Change Engine Oil (models with oil filter)
Change Engine Oil (
models
E
Clean Air Filter
N
Clean Air Screen
G
Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester
I
N
Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)
E
Clean Engine Cooling Fins
Replace Spark Plug
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
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.
•
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.
MAINTENANCE
BEFORE
EACH
USE
without oil filter)
EVERY
EVERY
8
25
HOURS
HOURS
3
4
5
1,2
2
2
3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.
4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery.
LUBRICATION CHART
➁
SPINDLE ZERK
➁
FRONT
WHEEL
BEARING
ZERK
➀
SAE 30 or 10w30 motor oil
➁
General Purpose Grease
➂
Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE" Section
IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS
WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS.
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.
15
EVERY
EVERY
EVERY
50
100
SEASON
HOURS
HOURS
1,2
1
,
2
2
2
5 - See Cleaning in Maintenance Section.
➁
SPINDLE ZERK
➁
➂
01961
BEFORE
STORAGE
FRONT
WHEEL
BEARING
ZERK
ENGINE
➀
GEAR SHIFT
PIVOTS
VISCOUS