20
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Before performing any type of maintenance/service,
disengage all controls and stop the engine. Wait until all
moving parts have come to a complete stop. Allow the
engine to cool. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it
against the engine to prevent unintended starting.
Before
Each
Use
After
First 5
Hours
Every
10
Hours
Every
25
Hours
Every
50
Hours
Every
100
Hours
Every
200
Hours
Prior
to
Storing
See
Engine
Manual
Check/Clean Engine Intake Screens &
Cooling Fans #
P P
Check/Clean Exhaust Manifold,
Muer Pipe & Muer Shields #
P P
Check/Clean Top & Underside of Deck,
Under & Around Spindle Covers &
Belt Area #
P P
Check/Clean Around Fuses, Wiring &
Wiring Harnesses #
P P
Check/Clean Around Transmission,
Axle & Fans #
P P
Check Air Filter for Dirty, Loose or
Damaged Parts
P
Check Engine Oil Level
P
Clean Battery Terminals
P P
Grease All Lubrication Points
P P
Check Engine Intake Screen/Clean
as Needed
P P
Check Blades/Sharpen or Replace
as Needed
P P
Check Tire Pressure
P P
Check/Clean Underside of Deck
P
Check Safety Interlock System
P P
Check Mower Blade Stop Time
P P
Inspect & Lube Deck Wheels
P P
Check Deck Level/Pitch
P P
Check Belts & Pulleys
for Damage/Wear
P
Check That All Hardware is in Place
& Secure
P
Check Engine Mounting Bolt Torque
(Tighten to 325-450 in-lbs (37-
50 N-m))
P P P P
Check Blade Mount Nut Torque
(Tighten to 70-90 ft-lbs (95-122 N-m))
P P P
Check Spark Plug Condition & Gap
P P P
Engine Break-In Oil Change
P P
Change Engine Oil
P P P
Follow the Maintenance Schedule given below. This chart
describes service guidelines only. Refer to the Engine Operator’s
Manual for engine maintenance items listed in the table below.