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3 Maintenance
Maintenance Charts – Gas Engine Models
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.
Fuel companies provide fuel tailored to meet the existing
weather conditions.
For these reasons an effort should be made to purchase
fuels in such quantities that they are not carried over into
the next season
Refer to the engine manufacturer’s manual for specific
fuel recommendations.
MAINTENANCE CHARTS – GAS ENGINE MODELS
The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your tractor and mower.
* See the engine manufacturer’s owner’s manual.
** Change original engine oil after first 5 hours of operation.
*** More often in hot (over 85° F/30° C) weather or dusty operating conditions.
Before Before Every Every Every Spring
SAFETY ITEMS First Use Each Use 5 Hours 25 Hours 100 Hours & Fall
Check Safety Interlock System
Check Tractor Brakes
Check Mower Blade Stopping Time
Before Before Every Every Every Spring
NORMAL CARE ITEMS First Use Each Use 5 Hours 25 Hours 100 Hours & Fall
Check Tractor/Mower for loose hardware
Check Coolant Level (Models with Kawasaki engines)*
Change Coolant (Models with Kawasaki engines)* *Every 400 Hours
Check & Clean Radiator Screen
(Models with Kawasaki engines)*
Check Engine Air Filter* ***
Check Engine Oil Level*
Change Engine Oil & Filter*, ** ***
Lubricate Tractor & Mower ***
Check Tire Pressure
Check Transmission Fluid
Change Transmission Fluid & Filter Every 400 Hours***
Check Fuel Filter
Clean Battery & Cables
Clean & Sharpen Mower Blades
Inspect Spark Plug(s)*
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