FILL, O TES ASYOOOOMPLETE f ZERV'OE REGULAR SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation _ Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and T ROS Systems R Check for Loose Fasteners _ II_s T Lubrication Chart I_ Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades I_s 0 Check Battery Level _4 R Clean Battery and Terminals I_ I_ Check Transaxle Cooling If Check V-Belts I_ Check Engine Oil Level If E Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) q1_1,2 Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) 11_1,2 N Clean Air Filter _2 G Clean Air Screen 1_2 N_ Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester E Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) _,2 Clean Engine Cooling Fins _ 2 Replace Spark Plug I_ Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge 1_2 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 Zerk Spindle Zerk _Front Wheel Bearing zerk @Front Whe_ Bearing 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. At least once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for wear. @ Steerinc Sector Gear Teeth Engine @ Mandrel Zerks - _ Check/Add Transaxle Fluid _SAE 30 or 10w30 Motor Oil @General Purpose Grease @Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE" Sec- tion 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 IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the pivot points which have special nylon bearings.
Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the self-lubricating bearings. If you feel they must be lubricated, use only a dry, pow- dered graphite type lubricant sparingly. 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. 15