California Trimmer Mower
Maintenance Manual
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Mower Maintenance
Heavy Duty & Commercial Models
Commercial Use
– Daily Inspection
1. Check Engine oil level. The oil should be filled to the engine specifications (see engine
owner
’s manual)
2. Check air cleaner. Some Honda engines have an oil bath filter. Oil should be added to
maintain optimum level. Inspect sponge filter for debris (dirt, grass etc.). Briggs engines
have a dry filter. Inspect for debris (dirt, grass etc.).
3. Check engine and reel chain tension, adjust if necessary. All chains should have about a
1/4” of play. Loosen chain-tensioner bolt, adjust tensioner setting chain to desired
tension and re-tighten bolt. Check roller chain tension once each week. To tighter roller
chain raise roller aligning the roller shaft parallel to the drive shaft. This puts the roller at
the furthest point of movement.
4. Grease reel grease fittings (zerk fittings).
5. Grease clutch forks. Put grease on shaft between the ends of the forks.
6. Grease zerk fittings on front and rear wheels. Steady rest, center drive shaft support
bracket, should be filled once a month.
7. Lube chain with engine oil. Use a paint brush to apply oil to chain. Momentarily run
machine to spin off excess oil before use.
Non-Commercial Use Only
1. Follow the same procedures listed above after every eight hours of use.
