Maintenance; Recommended Maintenance Schedule(S) - Toro 71255 Operator's Manual

Maintenance

Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.

Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s)

Maintenance Service
Interval
After the first 8 hours
Before each use or daily
Every 25 hours
Every 100 hours
Every 200 hours
Before storage
Important: Refer to your engine operator's manual for additional maintenance procedures.
CAUTION
If you leave the key in the ignition switch, someone could accidently start the engine and seriously injure
you or other bystanders.
Remove the key from the ignition and disconnect the wire from the spark plug before you do any
maintenance. Set the wire aside so that it does not accidentally contact the spark plug.
Maintenance Procedure
• Change the engine oil.
• Check the engine oil level.
• Check the safety system.
• Check the battery electrolyte.
• Service the blades.
• Wash the underside of the mower.
• Grease and lubricate the tractor. More often in dusty or dirty conditions.
• Check the tire pressure.
• Change the engine oil.
• Service the air cleaner filter element (more often in dusty, dirty conditions).
• Check the spark plugs.
• Replace the fuel filter.
• Clean the cooling system.
• Change the oil filter.
• Replace the air cleaner filter element (more often in dusty, dirty conditions).
• Perform all the maintenance procedures listed above.
• Paint any chipped surfaces.
• Check the tire pressure.
• Check the safety system.
• Check the brakes.
• Check the spark plug.
• Check the battery electrolyte.
• Charge the battery and disconnect the cables.
• Check the belt(s) for wear and cracks.
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