once a month. If battery is left in unit, disconnect the
negative cable.
10. Drain fuel system completely or add a gasoline stabilizer
to the fuel system. If you have chosen to use a fuel
stabilizer and have not drained the fuel system, follow
all safety instructions and storage precautions in this
manual to prevent the possibility of fire from the ignition
of gasoline fumes. Remember, gasoline fumes can travel
to distant sources of ignition and ignite, causing risk of
explosion and fire.
NOTE: Gasoline, if permitted to stand unused for
extended periods (30 days or more), may develop
gummy deposits which can adversely affect the engine
carburetor and cause engine malfunction. To avoid this
condition, add a gasoline stabilizer to the fuel tank and
run the engine a few minutes, or drain all fuel from the
unit before placing it in storage.
Starting After Long Term Storage
Before starting the unit after it has been stored for a long
period of time, perform the following steps.
1. Remove any blocks from under the unit.
2. Install the battery if it was removed.
3. Unplug the exhaust outlet and air cleaner.
4. Fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline. See engine manual
for recommendations.
5. See engine owner's manual and follow all instructions for
preparing engine after storage.
6. Check crankcase oil level and add proper oil if necessary.
If any condensation has developed during storage, drain
crankcase oil and refill.
7. Inflate tires to proper pressure. Check fluid levels.
8. Start the engine and let it run slowly. DO NOT run at high
speed immediately after starting. Be sure to run engine
only outdoors or in well ventilated area.
Maintenance Schedule
The following schedule should be followed for normal care
of your unit. You will need to keep a record of your operating
time. Determining operating time is easily accomplished by
observing the hour meter.
If your unit is equipped with a dual function hour meter that
displays both engine hours and PTO hours, the maintenance
intervals are based on the engine hours as displayed by the
hour meter.
UNIT MAINTENANCE
Before each use
Check safety interlock system.
Check unit brakes.
Check unit for loose hardware.
Check hydraulic oil level.
Check tire pressures.
Every 25 Hours
Clean mower deck and check / Replace mower blades.*
Lubricate unit and mower deck.*
UNIT MAINTENANCE
Every 100 Hours
Check mower blade stopping time.
Clean battery and cables.
Initial change of hydraulic oil.
Every 400 Hours or Yearly
Change hydraulic oil filter.
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
Before each use
Check engine oil level.
Clean visible debris from engine compartment and mower deck.
Every 50 Hours
Inspect / Clean spark arrester.**
Every 100 Hours
Check fuel filter.
Refer to engine owner's manual
Service air filter.
Change engine oil and filter.
Check / Replace spark plugs.
* More often in hot (over 85° F; 30° C) weather or dusty operating
conditions.
**If equipped. Replace if damaged.
Specifications
Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to
change without notice.
ENGINE
For complete engine specifications see the engine
manufacturer's operator's manual included with your unit.
Fits models: 5901860 & 5901861
Briggs & Stratton Vanguard EFI
Make
Model
Electrical System
CHASSIS
Fuel Tank
7 gallons (28 L) total
Capacity
Rear Wheels
Tire Size
23 X 10.5 - 12
Inflation
15 psi (1.03 bar)
Pressure
Front Wheels
Tire Size
13 x 5.0 - 6
Inflation
N/A
Pressure
TRANSMISSIONS
LH
ZZ-2KEF-3L7C-1UXX (5108073)
Briggs & Stratton
49E877-0008-G1
12 volt, 20 amp alternator, Battery:
340 cca
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