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Changing the Hydraulic Oil
And Filter
Service Interval: After the first 200 hours
Every 800 hours
1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion control levers to
the neutral locked position, and set the parking brake.
2. Move the throttle lever to the Slow position, stop the
engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to
stop before leaving the operating position.
3. Place a large pan under the hydraulic reservoir and
transmission case and remove the plugs, draining all of
the hydraulic fluid (Figure 90).
Figure 90
1. Hydraulic reservoir drain
plug
2. Filter
4. Clean the area around the hydraulic oil filter and
remove it (Figure 90).
5. Immediately install a new hydraulic oil filter.
6. Install the hydraulic reservoir and transmission case
drain plugs.
7. Fill the reservoir to the proper level (approximately 6
quarts); refer to Checking the Hydraulic System (page
30).
8. Start the engine and check for oil leaks. Allow the
engine to run for about five minutes, then shut it off.
9. After 2 minutes, check the level of the hydraulic fluid;
refer to Checking the Hydraulic System (page 30).
3. Transmission case drain
plug
Cleaning
Cleaning Under the Mower
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
Remove the grass buildup under the mower daily.
1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion control levers to
the neutral locked position, and set the parking brake.
2. Move the throttle lever to the Slow position, stop the
engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to
stop before leaving the operating position.
3. Raise the mower to the transport position.
4. Raise the front of the machine by using jack stands.
5. Thoroughly clean the underside of the mower with
water.
Waste Disposal
Engine oil, batteries, hydraulic oil, and engine coolant are
pollutants. Dispose of these according to your state and local
regulations.
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