14
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Before performing any type of maintenance/service, disengage all controls
and stop the engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete
stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to
prevent unintended starting.
Follow the maintenance schedule given below. This chart describes service
guidelines only. Use the Service Log column to keep track of completed
maintenance tasks. To locate the nearest Service Center or to schedule service, call
the following toll free number:1-888-331-4569.
See the Engine Operator’s manual packed with the mower for detailed instructions
on how to perform many of the following maintenance items.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Interval
Item
Service
Service Log
First Five Hours
1.
Engine Oil (See engine manual)
1.
Change
Each Use
1.
Engine oil level (See engine manual)
2.
Loose or missing hardware
3.
Unit and engine
1.
Check
2.
Tighten or replace
3.
Clean
Annually or 50 hours
1.
Air cleaner * (See engine manual)
2.
Engine Oil (See engine manual)
3.
Control linkages/pivots and wheels
4.
Underside of mower deck
1.
Clean
2.
Change
3.
Lube with light oil
4.
Clean
Annually
1.
Spark plug (See engine manual)
2.
Air Cleaner (See engine manual)
1.
Replace
2.
Replace
Before Storage
1.
Fuel system
1.
Run engine until it stops from lack of fuel, or
add stabilizer to a full tank of fresh fuel prior
to storage.
* Clean more often under dusty conditions or when airborne debris is present. Replace air cleaner if very dirty.
WARNING
Always stop engine, allow engine to cool, disconnect spark plug wire, and
ground against engine before performing any type of maintenance on your
machine.
General Recommendations
•
Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.
•
The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that have been
subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from
warranty, operator must maintain the equipment as
instructed here.
•
Changing of engine-governed speed will void engine warranty.
•
All adjustments should be checked at least once each season.
•
Periodically check all fasteners and make sure these are tight.
Lubrication
Blade Control
Lubricate pivot points on the blade control at least once a season with light oil. This
control must operate freely in both directions. See Figure 14.
Figure 14
