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Regular
Maintenance
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE & PROCEDURES
The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your tractor and mower.
‡ Clean or replace exhaust screen every 50 hours.
* See the engine manufacturer's owner's manual.
** Change original engine oil after initial break-in period. Refer to engine owner’s manual.
*** More often in hot (over 85° F: 30° C) weather or dusty operating conditions.
Always refer to the engine manufacturer’s owner’s manual for specific engine information.
Before Every Every Every Every Spring
SAFETY ITEMS Each Use 5 Hours 25 Hours 100 Hours 250 Hours & Fall
Check Safety Interlock System ●
Check Tractor Brakes ●
Check Mower Blade Stopping Time ●
Before Every Every Every Every Spring
NORMAL CARE ITEMS Each Use 5 Hours 25 Hours 100 Hours 250 Hours & Fall
Check Tractor/Mower for loose hardware ●
Check Engine Oil Level * ● ***●
Check / Change Engine Air Filter *, ***
Change Engine Oil & Filter *, **
Inspect Spark Plug(s) *
Check / Replace Fuel Filter ●
Clean / Replace Exhaust Screen ‡
Check Transmission Oil Level ●
Lubricate Tractor & Mower ***●
Lubricate Rear Axle Shafts Yearly
Check Battery Fluid ●
Clean Battery & Cables ●
Check Tire Pressure ●
Clean & Sharpen Mower Blades ●