Maintenance schedule – Swisher ZT13536 User Manual

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INSPECT EVERY 25 HOURS

-Lubrication:

Grease all pivot points with a high temp grease

-

Battery, check and clean

:

Keep battery terminals clean and tight. Periodic

charging will extend its life. Clean terminals with a wire brush and coat with a

petroleum jelly.

-Change engine oil and filter

:

Use only quality detergent oil. See engine manual

for instructions. Select viscosity grade according to your expected environmental
temperature.

-

Blades

:

Best results will come from sharp blades. Replace if bent, damaged or worn.

-

Engine air screen:

Screen must be clean and free of debris for proper engine

cooling. Clean with a brush or cloth. Do not spray with pressurized water.

-

Muffler:

I

nspect for damage or corrosion. Keep free of grass or debris to prevent

fire.

INSPECT CHECK EVERY 100 HOURS

-

Clean engine cooling fins: Clogged cooling fins can damage engine due to

overheating.. Keep fins and external surfaces of the engine clean.

-

Replace air filter:

The engine will not run properly with a dirty or damaged air

filter. Check filter before starting the engine. Check for buildup of dirt or debris.

Replace if bent clogged or damaged. See engine manual for detailed instructions.

-

Replace spark plugs

:

See engine manual for detailed instructions.

INSPECT EACH SEASON

-Belts

:

Check belts for wear and deterioration. See service and adjustments.

-

Spark plug

:

See engine manual for detailed instructions.

-

Replace in-line fuel filter

:

Replace every season.

INSPECT BEFORE STORAGE

-Change engine oil and filter:

See engine manual for detailed instructions.

-Lubrication

:

Grease all pivot points with a high temp grease.

-

Check battery

:

Keep battery terminals clean and tight. Periodic charging

will extend its life. Clean terminals with a wire brush and coat with a petroleum
jelly.

-

Loose fasteners

:

Be sure all fasteners are at proper torque. Especially guards and

blades.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

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