Maintenance
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.
Important
Refer to your engine operator's manual for additional maintenance procedures.
Recommended Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Service
Interval
Each Use
After first 8 Hours
8 Hours
After first 25 Hours
25 Hours
50 Hours
100 Hours
200 Hours
At storage
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More often in dusty, dirty conditions.
Important
Refer to your engine operator's manual for additional maintenance procedures.
Someone could accidently start the engine and seriously injure you or other bystanders.
Disconnect the wire from the spark plug(s) before you do any maintenance. Set the wire aside so
that it does not accidentally contact the spark plug.
Maintenance Procedure
Oil—check level
Safety System—check
Brake—check
Engine—clean cooling system
Idler Pivots—grease
Oil—change
Mower Belt—check tension
Cutting Blades—check
Mower Housing—clean
Caster Wheels—grease
Wheel Bearings—grease
Mower Belt—check tension
Foam Air Cleaner—service
Belts—check for wear/cracks
Mower Belt—check tension
Mower Belt Idler Pivots—grease
Tires—check pressure
Paper Air Cleaner—replace
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Oil—change
Engine—clean outside
Transmission Couplings—grease
Oil Filter—change (200 hours or every other oil change)
Fuel Filter—replace
Spark Plug(s)—check
Chipped Surfaces—paint
Perform all maintenance procedures listed above before storage
Caution
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