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MAINTENANCE
AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE
RV,OE0ATES
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Check Operator Presence and
T ROS Systems
R Check for Loose Fasteners if Ks
A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades I1_:_
C Lubrication Chart If
0 Check Battery Level
R Clean Battery and Terminals If
Check Transaxle Cooling v'
Check V-Belts
Check Engine Oil Level _##
Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) _#'1,2
E Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) 1_1,2
N Clean Air Filter _2
G Clean Air Screen _2
NI Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester
E Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) _1,2
Clean Engine Cooling Fins tf 2
Replace Spark Plug If tf
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.
3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.
4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery.
5 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft.-Ibs, maximum.
Do not overtighten.
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 maintain 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 assure
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.
LUBRICATION CHART
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@ SPINDLE ZERK "'''"--1 __ r----@ SPINDLE ZERK
FRONTW.EEL............
BEARING ZERK ""] _'_-_=_'_t"@ FRONTWHEEL
_ __j/_BEARINGZERK
@ STEERING _C_ _:._." I-'l _3_ ENGINE
S O;ORGEAR....... /L
I_IH
_CHEC_ADD 9/_-, _"
TRANSAXLE I I , ,, I
FLUD , ,%,DREL
_) SAE 30 MOTOR OIL
_ GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE
_ REFER TO MAINTENANCE"ENGINE" SECTION
IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS
WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS. VISCOUS
LUBRICANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL
SHORTEN THE LIFE OFTHE SELF-LUBRICATING BEARINGS.
IFYOU FEELTHEY MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY,
POWDERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY.