• To ensure optimum performance, use only genuine Toro replacement parts and
accessories. Replacement parts and accessories made by other manufacturers could be
dangerous.
Recommended Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance
Service Interval
After the first 8 hours Change the engine oil.
After the first 50
hours
Before each use or
daily
After each use
Every 25 hours
Every 100 hours
Every 100 hours or
yearly, whichever
comes first
Every 200 hours
Every 300 hours
Yearly
Before storage
Refer to your engine owner's manual for additional maintenance procedures.
3465-582A
Maintenance Procedure
Check the lug-nut torque.
Check the safety-interlock system.
Check the air cleaner for dirty, loose, or damaged parts.
Check the engine-oil level.
Clean the air-intake screen.
Inspect the blades.
Inspect the grass deflector for damage.
Clean grass and debris from the machine.
Clean the mower-deck housing.
Grease the caster wheel bearings (more often in sandy soil conditions).
Check the tire pressure.
Check the belts for wear or cracks.
Change the engine oil (more often in dirty or dusty conditions).
Replace or clean and gap the spark plug.
Replace the in-line fuel filter.
Replace the paper air-cleaner element (more often in dirty or dusty conditions).
Change the engine-oil filter (more often in dirty or dusty conditions).
Check and adjust the valve clearance. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
Check the lug-nut torque.
Charge the battery and disconnect the battery cables.
Perform all maintenance procedures listed above before storage.
Paint any chipped surfaces.
IMPORTANT
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Maintenance: Recommended Maintenance Schedule