Exmark 4501-191 Rev.A Lawn Mower User Manual


 
Maintenance
Maintenance
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.
WARNING
While maintenance or adjustments are being
made, someone could start the engine.
Accidental starting of the engine could seriously
injure you or other bystanders.
Remove the key from the ignition switch, engage
parking brake, and pull the wire(s) off the spark
plug(s) before you do any maintenance. Also
push the wire(s) aside so it does not accidentally
contact the spark plug(s).
WARNING
The engine can become very hot. Touching a hot
engine can cause severe burns.
Allow the engine to cool completely before
service or making repairs around the engine area.
WARNING
Removing standard original equipment parts
and accessories may alter the warranty, traction,
and safety of the machine. Failure to use original
Exmark parts could cause serious injury or
death. Making unauthorized changes to the
engine or fuel system, may violate EPA and
CARB regulations.
Replace all parts including, but not limited to,
tires, belts, blades, and fuel system components
with original Exmark parts.
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s)
Maintenance Service
Interval
Maintenance Procedure
After the rst 5 hours
Change the engine oil.
After the rst 50 hours
Change the hydraulic system lter and oil.
Before each use or daily
Check the safety interlock system.
Check the oil level before starting or after every 8 hours.
Check the mower blades.
Clean the mower housing.
Clean the engine and exhaust system area.
Every 25 hours
Grease all lubrication points.
Check the air cleaner for dirt, looseness, or damage. (May need more often under extremely
dusty or dirty conditions.)
Check the tire pressure.
Check the hydraulic oil level in the expansion tank.
Check the belts.
Every 100 hours
Service the paper element. (more often in dusty, dirty conditions)
Change the engine oil and lter.
Clean the blower housing. More often under dirty conditions.
Replace the fuel lter.
Every 200 hours
Replace the paper element. (more often in dusty, dirty conditions)
Service the spark plug.
Every 400 hours
Change the hydraulic system lter and oil.
Every 500 hours
Replace the spark plug.
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