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3 Maintenance
Storage / Chart
Starting After Long Term Storage
Before starting the tractor after it has been stored for a long period of time, perform the following steps:
1. Remove the blocks from under the tractor.
2. Install the battery if it was removed.
3. Unplug the exhaust outlet and air cleaner.
4. Fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline. See engine manual for recommendations.
5. Check crankcase oil level and add proper oil if necessary.
6. Inflate tires to proper pressure. Check fluid levels.
7. Start the engine and let it run slowly until warm. DO NOT run at high speed immediately after starting. Be sure to
run engine only outdoors or in well ventilated areas.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHART
The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your tractor and mower. You will need to keep a record
of your operating time. Determining operating time is easily accomplished by multiplying the time it takes to do one
job by the number of times you’ve done the job, or you can install the optional hour meter.
Safety Items Before Before Every Every Every 100 Spring
First Use Each Use 5 Hours 25 Hours Hours & Fall
Check safety interlock system. ••
Check Tractor Brakes. ••
Check mower blade stopping time. •After adjustment or service of electric PTO clutch •
Normal Care Items
Check tractor for loose hardware.
•••
Check engine oil level.
••• •
Check engine & air filter. ***•
Change engine oil & filter.** ***50 hrs ***•
Lubricate tractor & mower. ***•
Check fluid levels & tire pressure. •• **•
Check/change trans. fluid & filter. Varies by Transmission. See Check / Change Transmission Oil, End of this Section
Check fuel filter. •
Clean battery & cables. •
Clean/sharpen blades. •
Inspect spark plug(s). •
* 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.
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