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Maintenance
WARNING
DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or
service with engine and blade running. STOP engine
and blade. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure
away from spark plug. Engine and components are
HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all
components to cool. Wear heavy leather gloves when
handling or working around cutting blades. Blades are
extremely sharp and can cause severe injury.
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Maintenance Chart
MOWER
Every 8 Hours or Daily
Check safety interlock system
Clean debris off mower
Every 25 Hours or Annually *
Check mower for loose hardware
See Dealer Annually to
Lubricate mower
Check mower blade **
Check mower blade stopping time
Check drive belt
Clean battery and cables
* Whichever comes first
**Check blade more often in regions with sandy soils
or high dust conditions.
* Whichever comes first
**Clean more often in dusty conditions or when
airborne debris is present.
ENGINE
First 5 Hours
Change engine oil
Every 8 Hours or Daily
Check engine oil level
Every 25 Hours or Annually *
Clean engine air filter and pre-cleaner (if equipped)
**
Every 50 Hours or Annually *
Change engine oil
Replace oil filter (if equipped)
Annually
Replace air filter
Replace pre-cleaner (if equipped)
See Dealer Annually to
Inspect muffler and spark arrester (if equipped)
Replace spark plug
Replace fuel filter (if equipped)
Clean engine air cooling system
Emissions Control
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emissions
control devices and systems may be performed by any
non-road engine repair establishment or individual.
However, to obtain “no charge” emissions control ser-
vice, the work must be performed by a factory autho-
rized dealer. See the Emissions Warranty.
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