Recommended Maintenance Schedule(S) - Exmark STARIS E Series Operator's Manual

CAUTION
Raising the machine for service or
maintenance relying solely on mechanical
or hydraulic jacks could be dangerous. The
mechanical or hydraulic jacks may not be
enough support or may malfunction allowing
the machine to fall, which could cause injury.
Do not rely solely on mechanical or hydraulic
jacks for support. Use adequate jack stands
or equivalent support.
• Carefully release pressure from components with
stored energy.
• Keep hands and feet away from moving parts.
If possible, Do Not make adjustments with the

Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s)

Maintenance Service
Interval
After the first 5 hours
After the first 100 hours
After the first 250 hours
Before each use or daily
Every 25 hours
Every 50 hours
Every 80 hours
Every 100 hours
Every 160 hours
Every 200 hours
Every 500 hours
Yearly
Maintenance Procedure
• Change the engine oil.
• Check the wheel hub torque specification.
• Check the wheel lug nuts.
• Change the hydraulic filter and fluid.
• Check the engine oil level.
• Check the mower blades.
• Check the safety interlock system.
• Check for loose hardware.
• Clean the grass and debris build-up from the machine and cutting deck.
• Clean the engine and exhaust system area.
• Clean the grass build-up from under the deck.
• Service the foam element. (May need more often under severe conditions. See the Engine
Owner's manual for additional information.)
• Check the hydraulic oil level.
• Check the tire pressures.
• Check the condition of the belts.
• Check spark arrester (if equipped).
• Remove engine shrouds and clean cooling fins.
• Service the paper element. (May need more often under severe conditions. See the Engine
Owner's manual for additional information.)
• Change the engine oil. (May need more often under severe conditions.)
• Check the spark plugs.
• Replace the paper element.
• Change the hydraulic filter and fluid (Every 250 hours/Yearly if using Mobil 1 15W50)
• Check the wheel hub torque specification.
• Check the wheel lug nuts.
• Grease the deck belt idler pivot.
engine running. If the maintenance or adjustment
procedure requires the engine to be running and
components moving, use extreme caution.
WARNING
Contact with moving parts or hot surfaces
may cause personal injury.
Keep your fingers, hands, and clothing clear
of rotating components and hot surfaces.
• Check all bolts frequently to maintain proper
tightness.
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