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FILLING FUEL TANK
Add fuel to the tank as needed.
IMPORTANT: Refer to Engine Manual for correct type
and grade of fuel. See Specifications for fuel tank
capacity.
To add fuel to the fuel tank:
1. Refuel the unit only in a well ventilated, open area.
2. Stop the engine.
3. Clean the fuel cap and the area around the fuel
cap to prevent dirt from entering the fuel tank.
Remove the cap from the fuel tank.
4. Fill the fuel tank. Be careful not to spill the fuel. Do
not overfill, allow for fuel expansion. Stop filling
when fuel is about 1" below the bottom of the neck.
5. Install the cap on the fuel tank and tighten.
6. Clean up any spilled fuel before starting the
engine.
FASTENERS
Each day before operating, check mower blade
mounting hardware and all other fasteners. Replace
fasteners that are missing or damaged. Tighten all nuts
and bolts to their correct torque value.
GENERAL LUBRICATION
IMPORTANT: Wipe each fitting clean before and after
lubrication.
Lube fitting locations are: front axle pivot (1) (Figure 7)
Apply Sten Mix Hi-Temp Grease or equivalent to the
lube fittings. Order P/N: 00036700 - Ten pack of 14 oz.
cartridges.
When using Sten Mix Grease for the first time, all
components should be thoroughly cleaned prior to
lubricating.
Apply oil at all pivot points and pin connections.
Figure 7
IMPORTANT: Wipe front axle grease zerk and two
front axle caster pivots clean before and after
lubrication.
NOTE: Use Stens Mix Hi-Temp Grease or equivalent
(part number 00036700).
SERVICING THE BATTERY
NOTE: Unit comes equipped with a maintenance-free
battery that requires no regular maintenance except
cleaning the terminals.
EXPLOSIVE VAPORS and FLAMMABLE
FUEL can result in serious injury or death.
Handle fuel with care. ALWAYS use an
approved fuel container.
No Smoking!
No Lighted Materials!
No Open Flame!
Allow engine to cool.
Use caution with fuel. Fuel is very flammable.
Keep fuel in a clean and tight container. Keep
fuel away from fire or heat. Never put fuel in
the fuel tank while the engine is running or
hot. Clean up any spilled fuel before starting
the engine.
Description Use Interval
Grease fittings Sten Mix HI-Temp
grease or equivalent
50 hrs. running time
Hydraulic system Mobil 15W50
synthetic oil
500 hrs. running
time
WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and
understand the entire Safety section before
proceeding.
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and
related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and reproductive
harm. Wash hands after handling.
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2
1
Item Lubrication Item Location Interval
1 Repack 2 Caster Pivot 400 hours
2 Grease 1 Axle Pivot 50 hours
Oil All Pivot Points, Pin
Connections
50 hours
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