MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
FILL IN DATES
AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE
Check Brake Operation
Check Tire Pressure
Check Operator Presence and
T
ROS Systems
R
Check for Loose Fasteners
A
Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades
C
Lubrication Chart
T
Check Battery Level
0
R
Clean Battery and Terminals
Check Transaxle Cooling
Check V-Belts
Check Engine Oil Level
Change Engine Oil (with oil filter)
Change Engine Oil (without oil filter)
E
N
Clean Air Filter
G
Clean Air Screen
I
Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester
N
Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)
E
Clean Engine Cooling Fins
Replace Spark Plug
Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge
Replace Fuel Filter
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.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have
been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive
full value from the warranty, operator must main tain tractor
as instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your tractor.
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 blades and belts
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
•
Check engine oil level.
•
Check brake operation.
•
Check tire pressure.
•
Check operator presence and
ROS systems for proper operation.
•
Check for loose fasteners.
MAINTENANCE
3
4
1,2
2
2
SPINDLE ZERK
FRONT WHEEL
BEARING ZERK
SAE 30 OR 10W30 MOTOR OIL
GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE
REFER TO MAINTENANCE "ENGINE" SECTION
IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS WHICH
HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS. VISCOUS LU BRI CANTS WILL
ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORT EN THE LIFE OF
THE SELF-LU BRI CAT ING BEARINGS. IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST
BE LU BRI CAT ED, USE ONLY A DRY, POW DERED GRAPHITE TYPE
LU BRI CANT SPARINGLY.
15
5
1,2
1
2
,
2
2
3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.
4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery.
5 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft.-lbs. maximum.
Do not overtighten.
LUBRICATION CHART
SERVICE DATES
SPINDLE ZERK
FRONT WHEEL
BEARING ZERK
ENGINE
GEARSHIFT
PIVOTS