Maintenance; Recommended Maintenance Schedule(S) - Exmark ARX481CKA30000 Operator's Manual

Maintenance

Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.
WARNING
While maintenance or adjustments are being
made, someone could start the engine.
Accidental starting of the engine could seriously
injure you or other bystanders.
Remove the key from the ignition switch, engage
parking brake, and pull the wire(s) off the spark
plug(s) before you do any maintenance. Also
push the wire(s) aside so it does not accidentally
contact the spark plug(s).

Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s)

Maintenance Service
Interval
After the first 5 hours
After the first 100 hours
Before each use or daily
Every 25 hours
Every 50 hours
Every 80 hours
Every 100 hours
Every 160 hours
Maintenance Procedure
• Change the engine oil.
• Check the transmission output shaft nut torque specification.
• Check the wheel hub nuts torque specification.
• Change the auxiliary hydraulic reservoir filter and fluid.
• Change the hydraulic transmission filter and fluid.
• Check the engine oil level.
• Check the tines.
• Check the safety interlock system.
• Check for loose hardware.
• Check the condition and tension of the chains.
• Check the condition of the sprockets.
• Lubricate the chains.
• Clean the engine and exhaust system area.
• Clean the grass and debris build-up from the machine.
• Grease the jackshaft bearings.
• Grease the wheel bearings.
• Grease tine shaft bearings.
• Grease tine assembly idlers.
• Check the auxiliary hydraulic oil level.
• Check the hydraulic transmission oil level.
• Check the tire pressures.
• Check the condition and tension of the belts.
• Grease control pivots.
• Check spark arrester (if equipped).
• Remove engine shrouds and clean cooling fins.
• Change the engine oil. (May need more often under severe conditions.)
• Check the spark plugs.
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.
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