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Maintenance & Adjustments
Maintenance Schedule
Check/Clean Engine Intake Screen
Clean Hood/Dash Louvers
Check Engine Oil Level
Check Transmission Oil
Change Transmission Oil & Filter *
Clean Battery Terminals
Lube Front Axles and Rims
Lube Front Deck Wheels
Lube Deck Spindles
Lube Pedal Pivot Points
* — For break-in operation, change after the first 10 hours of use, after the first 50 hours of use and then every 50 hours thereafter.
WARNING!
Before performing any maintenance or
repairs, disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop
engine and remove key to prevent unintended
starting.
Battery
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer and
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
The battery is sealed and is maintenance-free. Acid levels cannot
be checked and fluid can not be added.
•
Always keep the battery cables and terminals clean and
free of corrosive build-up.
•
After cleaning the battery and terminals, apply a light coat
of petroleum jelly or grease to both terminals.
CAUTION:
If removing the battery for cleaning,
disconnect the NEGATIVE (Black) wire from it's terminal
first, followed by the POSITIVE (Red) wire. When re-
installing the battery, always connect the POSITIVE
(Red) wire its terminal first, followed by the NEGATIVE
(Black) wire. Be certain that the wires are connected to
the correct terminals; reversing them could result in
serious damage to your engine's alternating system.
Engine
Refer to the Kohler Owner's Manual for all engine maintenance
procedures and instructions.
Before
Every
Each use
10 Hours
25 Hours
P
P
P
P
P
Draining Engine Oil
To drain the engine oil the locate the oil drain hose at the base
of the engine on the left side. See Fig. 6-1. Remove the square
head plug from the end of the hose and drain the oil into an
appropriate oil collection container.
!
Every
Every
Every
50 Hours
100 Hours
P
P
P
P
P
Oil Drain Hose
Square Head Plug
Figure 6-1
6
Prior
to Storing
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
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