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PRODUCT CAREPRODUCT CARE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
WARNING
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.
† — After first 300 hours, change hydrostatic fluid and filter in transaxles.
* — Perform more frequently under dusty conditions.
Before
Each Use
Every 25
Hours
Every 50
Hours
Initial 100
Hours
Every 400
Hours^
Every 500
Hours
After
Mowing
Check Gasoline Level
P
Check Hydraulic Hoses for Leaks
P
Check Tires & Tire Pressure
P
Check Deck, Mower & Hydro Drive Belts
P
Check Blades & Blade Bolt Tightness
P
Check Safety Switches for Proper Operation
P
Check Fluid Level in Transmission Oil Expansion Reservoir
P
Check/Clean Engine Intake Screens & Cooling Fans *
P P
Check/Clean Exhaust Manifold, Muffler Pipe
& Muffler Shields *
P P
Check/Clean Top & Underside of Deck, Under & Around
Spindle Covers & Belt Area *
P P
Check/Clean Around Fuses, Wiring & Wiring Harnesses *
P P
Check/Clean Around Transmission, Axle & Fans *
P P
Blow Out/Clean Pump Control Area Under Floor Pan
P
Blow Out/Clean Pedal Control Area Under Foot Rest
P
Lubricate Wear Points (see chart)
P P
Clean Engine Cooling Fins & External Surfaces *
P
Change Hydrostatic Fluid & Filter in Transaxles
(Parker Transmissions) †
P
Change Hydrostatic Fluid & Filter in Transaxles
(Hydro-Gear Transmissions)
P P
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.
^ — Or yearly, whichever comes first.