Service Manual

MAINTENANCE
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Maintenance Schedule (Z16-44)
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More often in dusty, dirty conditions
2
More often when operating the engine under heavy load or in high temperatures
IMPORTANT: Refer to your engine operator’s manual for additional maintenance procedures.
Maintenance Procedure Service Interval
Change the engine oil After first use
Check the engine oil level
Each useCheck the safety system
Clean the mower housing
Check the cutting blades Every 5 hours
Grease all lubrication points
1
Every 25 hours
Oil the linkage bushings
1
Service the foam air cleaner
1
Check the belts for wear/cracks
Check the battery electrolyte
Check the tire pressure
Change the engine oil
2
Every 50 hours
Clean the cooling system
1
Every 100 hours
Service the paper air cleaner
1
Change the oil filter
2
Replace the fuel filter
Replace the spark plug(s)
Before Storage:
• Perform all maintenance procedures listed above.
• Drain the fuel tank.
• Charge the battery and disconnect the battery cables.
• Paint any chipped surfaces.
If you leave the key in the ignition switch, someone could accidently start the
engine and seriously injury you or other bystanders.
Remove the key from the ignition and disconnect the wire from the spark
plug(s) before you do any maintenance. Set the wire aside so that it does not
accidentally contact the spark plug.
CAUTION