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,NOATES ,ZERV'OE AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE f_%_ ,T/" %'_/_ DATES Check Operator Presence and T ROS Systems I1_ R Check for Loose Fasteners _ Ks A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades _:_ Check Brake Operation _ Check Tire Pressure C Lubrication Chart I1_ I1_ 0 Check Battery Level _4 R Clean Battery and Terminals I_ Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level I_ I_ Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) 1_1,2 II_ E Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) 11_1,2 I_ G Clean Air Screen _11_2 N Clean Air Filter 11_2 N_ Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester E Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) _.2 Clean Engine Cooling Fins I_ 2 Replace Spark Plug _ Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge ў2 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. 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.-Ibs, maximum. Do not overtighten. GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS LUBRICATION CHART 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 maintain tractor as instructed in this manual. Spindle _ Spindle Ze rk ; _ ; Ze rk Front _ Front Wheel Wheel Bearing Bearing Zerk Zerk 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. Mandrel @ Engine Zerks ° At least once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for wear. I 02500 ] _b General Purpose Grease @ Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE" Section A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer. IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the pivot points which have special nylon bear-ings. Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the 1. Check engine oil level. 2.
Check brake operation. 3. Check tire pressure. 4. Check operator presence and ROS systems for proper operation. 5. Check for loose fasteners. BEFORE EACH USE self-lubricating bearings. If you feel they must be lubricated, use only a dry, pow- dered graphite type lubricant sparingly. 16