General maintenance & adjustments, Maintenance schedule, 15 maintenance schedule – Gravely 260Z User Manual

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15

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Proper maintenance can prolong the life of unit. The
following chart shows the recommended service
schedule. More frequent service may be required due
to working conditions (Heavy loads, high ambient
temperatures, dusty conditions, or airborne debris).

See the maintenance instructions in Engine Manual for
additional information.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and
understand the entire Safety section before
proceeding.

Interval

Task

Action

Each Use

Check Safety Interlock

WARNING:

Safety interlock system failure and improper operation of

unit can result in death or serious injury. Test this system each time unit is
operated. If this system does not function as described, do not operate
until repairs are made (see Safety Interlock System on page 11).

Check Parking Brake
Interlock System

See Parking Brake Interlock System on page 11.

Check Parking Brake

Engage parking brake. Push unit. If unit rolls adjust parking brake (see Parking
Brake Adjustment on page 22).

Check Hydraulic Oil Level

See Checking Hydraulic Oil Level on page 26.

Check Tires

See Specifications on page 12 for correct tire pressure.

Clean Unit

Clean engine, battery, seat, mower deck, etc. of all dirt and debris. Do not use
solvents, hard cleaners, or abrasives.

NOTE:

Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.

Follow Engine Manual
Maintenance Schedule

Perform scheduled engine maintenance. Refer to Engine Manual for detailed
instructions.

Check Cooling System

Check cooling system for dirt and debris. Refer to Engine Manual for detailed
instructions.

Every 25

Hours

Check Mower Blades

Ensure mower blade hardware is tightened to 115 – 125 lbf-ft. (156 – 169 Nm).
Check mower blades for wear, Sharpen or replace mower blades as needed (see
Sharpening Mower Blade on page 19).

Every 50

Hours

Lubricate Front Axle and
Pivot Points

Oil all pivot points, pin connections and apply grease to front axle grease zerk (see
General Lubrication on page 18).

Every

100

Hours

Clean Battery

Keep battery and battery terminals clean (see Cleaning the Battery on page 19).

Check Fasteners

Check mower blade mounting hardware and all other fasteners. Replace missing
or damaged fasteners. Tighten all nuts and bolts to their correct torque value.

Check Belts

Replace worn or deteriorated belts.

• Check mower drive belt (see Replacing Mower Belts on page20 for mower

drive belt location).

• Check PTO belt (see PTO Belt Removal on page 20 for PTO belt location).

• Check radiator fan belt (refer to Engine Manual).

Every

400

Hours

Grease Front Axle Caster
Pivots

Repack front axle caster pivots (see General Lubrication on page 18).

Every

500

Hours

Change Hydraulic Oil and
Filter

See Hydraulic Oil System on page 26.

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