Maintenance; Recommended Maintenance Schedule(S) - Exmark SD270SB20 Operator's Manual

Maintenance

Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.
WARNING
If you leave the wire on the spark plug, someone
could accidentally start the engine. Accidental
starting of the engine could seriously injure you
or other bystanders.
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.
WARNING
The engine can become very hot. Touching a hot
engine can cause severe burns.
Allow the engine to cool completely before
service or making repairs around the engine area.

Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s)

Maintenance Service
Interval
After the first 5 hours
Before each use or daily
Every 25 hours
Every 50 hours
Every 100 hours
Every 200 hours
Maintenance Procedure
• Change the engine oil.
• Check the engine oil level.
• Check the blades for wear or damage.
• Check for loose hardware.
• Check the seed gate.
• Clean the engine and exhaust system area.
• Clean the debris build-up from under the unit.
• Check the condition of the belts.
• Grease the slicer shaft bearings.
• Clean the air cleaner elements; replace if dirty. (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 spark arrester (if equipped).
• Clean under the belt cover.
• Check the spark plugs.
• Change the hydraulic transmission filter and fluid.
• Replace the air cleaner elements (May need more often under severe conditions. See the
Engine Owner's Manual for additional information.)
WARNING
Tipping the machine may cause the fuel to leak
from the carburetor or the fuel tank. Gasoline
is extremely flammable, highly explosive, and
under certain conditions, can cause personal
injury or property damage.
Avoid fuel spills by running the engine dry or by
removing the gasoline with a hand pump; never
siphon.
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Maintenance