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WARNING
Unsafe Operation Hazard
Grass Catcher bags are made of woven fabric, and are
subject to deterioration and wear during normal usage.
Check condition of bag before each use. Immediately
replace worn or damaged catcher bags with only genuine
replacement bags.
Maintenance
Emissions Control Service
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emissions
control devices and systems may be performed by
any off-road engine repair establishment or individual.
However, to obtain "no charge" emissions control service, the
work must be performed by a factory authorized dealer. See
the Emissions Control Statements.
Maintenance Chart
WARNING
Amputation Hazard
• DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or
service with engine and blade running.
• STOP engine and blade.
• Remove battery (if equipped).
Burn Hazard
• Engine and components are HOT.
• Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all
components to cool.
Laceration Hazard
• Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working
around cutting blades.
• Blades are extremely sharp and can cause severe
injury.
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MOWER
Every 8 Hours or Daily
Check safety interlock system
Clean debris off mower
Every 25 Hours or Annually *
Check mower for loose hardware
See Dealer Annually to
Lubricate mower
Check mower blade **
Check mower blade stopping time
Check drive belt
Clean battery and cables
* Whichever comes first
** Check blade more often in regions with sandy soils or high
dust conditions
ENGINE
First 5 Hours
Change engine oil
Every 8 Hours or Daily
Check engine oil level
Every 25 Hours or Annually *
Clean engine air filter and pre-cleaner (if equipped) **
Every 50 Hours or Annually *
Change engine oil
Replace oil filter (if equipped)
Annually
Replace air filter
Replace pre-cleaner (if equipped)
See Dealer Annually to
Inspect muffler and spark arrester (if equipped)
Replace spark plug
Replace fuel filter (if equipped)
Clean engine air cooling system
* Whichever comes first
** Clean more often in dusty conditions or when airborne
debris is present
Check Safety Interlock System
1. Start the mower.
2. Release the blade control. The engine must stop within 3
seconds.
WARNING
Unsafe Operation Hazard
If the engine does not stop within 3 seconds, do not use the
mower. Bring the mower to an authorized dealer for service.
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