MaintenanceNote: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s)Maintenance ServiceInterval Maintenance ProcedureAfter the first hour • Check the torque of the wheel nuts.After the first 8 hours • Check the tension on the alternator belt.After the first 10 hours • Check the torque of the wheel nuts.After the first 50 hours• Change the engine oil and filter.• Change the hydraulic oil filter.• Check the engine RPM (at idle and full throttle).Before each use or daily• Check the engine oil.• Clean debris off of the radiator screen and radiator. Clean hourly if conditions areextremely dusty and dirty.• Check the hydraulic fluid level.• Check the reel-to-bedknife contact.• Check the hydraulic lines and hoses.Every 25 hours • Check the battery electrolyte level. (If the machine is in storage, check every 30days.)Every 50 hours• Grease the bearings and bushings (more frequently when operating conditionsare dusty or dirty)• Service the air cleaner foam pre-cleaner (more frequently when operating conditionsare dusty or dirty).• Check the battery cable connections.Every 150 hours • Change the engine oil and filter.Every 200 hours• Check the torque of the wheel nuts.• Service the air cleaner cartridge (more frequently when operating conditions aredusty or dirty).• Check the reel bearing preload adjustment.Every 800 hours• Replace the filter element.• Change the hydraulic oil and filter.• Check the engine RPM (at idle and full throttle).• Check the valve clearance.Every 2 years • Check the fuel lines and connections.• Replace moving hoses.Important: Refer to your engine operator’s manual for additional maintenance procedures.CAUTIONIf you leave the key in the ignition switch, someone could accidently start the engine and seriously injureyou or other bystanders.Remove the key from the ignition.34