Maintenance; Maintenance Schedule - Ariens Contractor 996126 Operator's Manual

Maintenance Operation
Check Engine Oil level (2)
Check Tire Pressure
Clean Engine and Exhaust (9)
Inspect All Nuts and Bolts for Tightness
Check and Clean Area Around Engine Air Intake
Check Fuel Line Hoses, Clamps, & Tank for Leaks
Check Wheel Lug Nuts (Torque 73 – 80 lb-ft) (1)
Check Master Cylinder Brake Fluid Level
Check Battery Charge and Water Level
Check In-line Fuel Filter (8)
Check CVT Snorkel Filter (3)
Change Engine Oil (2)
Change Engine Oil Filter (2)
Check & Regap Spark Plugs (2)
Check Rear Trans-axle Case Fluid Level (6)
Check Center Transfer Case Fluid Level (6)
Check Front Differential Case Fluid Level (6)
Check Driven Pulley Wear Buttons
Inspect Drum Brakes (5)
Inspect Parking Brake (5)
Replace Air Cleaner Filter Element (4)
Replace Spark Plugs (2)
Check and Adjust Engine Idle Speed (2)
Check Valve Clearance (2)
Replace In-line Fuel Filter
Clean Combustion Chamber (2)
Clean Battery and Terminals
Check Drive Belt and Pulleys
Reference Notes for above Maintenance Operation:
(1) Check tightness after first 2 hours of initial operation and after removal for repair and replacement.
(2) Refer to engine manual.
(3) Service every 50 hours or 6 months (whichever comes first).
(4) Replace air cleaner filter element if damaged, every 300 hours or ever season (whichever comes first). Replace more frequently when used in dusty
conditions.
(5) Have a Ariens dealer perform this service every year or every 300 hours (whichever comes first).
(6) Change every year or every 400 hours (whichever comes first). Change immediately if contaminated with water.
(7) Have a Ariens dealer perform this service every year or every 500 hours (whichever comes first).
(8) Replace fuel filter immediately if excessive water accumulation or sediment is found.
(9) Maker certain engine and exhaust are cool before cleaning. Check and clean engine fan cooling screen often when traveling in dirty terrain.

MAINTENANCE

Maintenance Schedule

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300 Hrs. 500 Hrs. 6 Mos.
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