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1. Initial oil change is after 5 hours of operation. Thereafter, change oil after every 40 hours operation. Change more
often under dusty or dirty conditions and during hot weather periods.
2. Torque initially and after first 2 hours of operation.
3. Change engine oil filter per the engine manufacturer’s recommendations. Refer to Engine Owner’s Manual for rec-
ommendations and other maintenance items.
4. Service more often under dusty or dirty conditions.
5. Pump drive belt only - Inspect every 6 months or 100 hours and replace if worn or cracking is noticed. Other-
wise, replace every 200 hours or 2 years whichever comes first.
6. Check fuel line hoses, fuel valve and grommets for any cracks or leaks
7. Initial system oil and filter change mus
t be after the first 75 hours of use or 1 year whichever comes first. Thereaf-
ter, replace filter and oil in each transaxle every 2 years or 200 hours, whichever comes first.
REFERENCES:
a --Refer to Engine Owner’s Manual
NOTE: After completing maintenance cycle (300 hours), repeat cycle.
Introduction
Regular maintenance is the best prevention for costly downtime or expensive, premature repair. The following
pages contain suggested maintenance information and schedules which the operator should follow on a routine basis.
Remain alert for unusual noises, they could be signaling a problem. Visually inspect the machine for any abnormal
SERVICE AT INTERVALS INDICATED
WEEKLY
OR 50
HOURS
MONTHLY
OR 100
HOURS
ANNUALLY
OR 300
HOURS
Verify safety start interlock system Prior to each use
Visually inspect unit for loose
hardware and/or damaged parts Prior to each use
Visually inspect tires Prior to each use
Check oil level, engine (1) Prior to each use or every 4 hours
Clean air intake screen (4) Prior to each use or every 4 hours
Clean foam element (4) Prior to each use or every 4 hours
Check fuel level Prior to each use
Blades - sharpen & securely fastened Prior to each use
Discharge chute - securely in place &
in lowest position Prior to each use
Check hydraulic oil level Daily
Clean engine and transaxle
compartment Daily
Change transaxle oil and filter (7) Every 200 hours or 2 years
Grease deck height pivots X
Grease gauge wheel bearings X
Change engine oil and filter (1) (3) X
Clean cylinder and head fins(a) X
Check battery connections X
Check tire pressure with a gauge X
Check hydraulic oil level X
Clean engine exterior (a) X
Clean & re gap spark plugs (a) X
Check pump and deck belt tension
and condition (5) X
Check fuel and hydraulic lines (6) X
Check fuel valve and grommet (6) X
Tighten lug nuts on wheels (2) X
Change fuel filter X
Replace spark plugs X