MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the blade(s) and all
moving parts have stopped. Turn off the engine, remove the key, disconnect
the spark plug wire(s) and the negative battery cable to prevent unintended
starting. Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation and
while performing an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes.
Check Gasoline Level
Check Hydraulic Hoses for Leaks
Check Tires & Tire Pressure
Check Deck, Mower & Hydro Drive Belts
Check Blades & Blade Bolt Tightness
Check Safety Switches for Proper Operation
Check Fluid Level in Transmission Oil Expansion Reservoir
Check/Clean Engine Intake Screens & Cooling Fans *
Check/Clean Exhaust Manifold, Muffler Pipe
& Muffler Shields *
Check/Clean Top & Underside of Deck, Under & Around
Spindle Covers & Belt Area *
Check/Clean Around Fuses, Wiring & Wiring Harnesses *
Check/Clean Around Transmission, Axle & Fans *
Blow Out/Clean Pump Control Area Under Floor Pan
Blow Out/Clean Pedal Control Area Under Foot Rest
Lubricate Wear Points (see chart)
Clean Engine Cooling Fins & External Surfaces *
Change Hydrostatic Fluid & Filter in Transaxles
(Parker Transmissions) †
Change Hydrostatic Fluid & Filter in Transaxles
(Hydro-Gear Transmissions)
† — After first 300 hours, change hydrostatic fluid and filter in transaxles.
* — Perform more frequently under dusty conditions.
PRODUCT CARE
WARNING
Follow the Maintenance Schedule given below. This chart describes service
guidelines only.
Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual for engine maintenance items listed in the
table below.
Before
Every 25
Every 50
Each Use
Hours
Hours
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
^ — Or yearly, whichever comes first.
22
Every 100
Every 400
Every 500
Hours
Hours^
Hours
P
P
P
After
Mowing
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P