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MAINTENANCE
IMPORTANT:
Do not oil or grease the pivot
points which have special nylon bearings.
Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt
that will shorten the life of the self-lubricating
bearings. If you feel they must be lubricated,
use only a dry, powdered graphite type lu-
bricant sparingly.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this riding mower does not
cover items that have been subjected to
operator abuse or negligence. To receive
full value from the warranty, operator must
maintain riding mower as instructed in this
manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made
periodically to properly maintain your riding
mower.
At least once a season, check to see if
you should make any of the adjustments
described in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual.
• At least once a year you should replace
the spark plug, clean or replace air filter,
and check blade and belt for wear. A new
spark plug and clean air filter assure proper
air-fuel mixture and help your engine run
better and last longer.
BEFORE EACH USE
1. Check engine oil level.
2. Check brake operation.
3. Check tire pressure.
4. Check operator presence and
ROS systems for proper operation.
5. Check for loose fasteners.
Oil Drive Chains
1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures.
2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.
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3 - Replace blade more often when mowing in sandy soil.
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BEFORE
EACH
USE
EVERY
8
HOURS
EVERY
25
HOURS
EVERY
50
HOURS
EVERY
100
HOURS
EVERY
SEASON
BEFORE
STORAGE
RIDING
MOWER
Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester
Clean Air Filter
Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge
Replace Spark Plug
Check Engine Oil Level
Clean Engine Cooling Fins
Clean Air Screen
Change Engine Oil
Check Brake Operation
Check Tire Pressure
Clean Battery and Terminals
MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE
Check for Loose Fasteners
Check/Replace Mower Blade
Check Transaxle Cooling
Lubricate Axles and Spindles
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Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems
ck V-Belt
Check Mower Levelness
