Troy-Bilt 12204-10HP - Manual (Page 30)

Section
5 Maintenance
A
WARNING
Before inspecting, cleaning or
servicing the machine, shut off engine,
wait for all moving parts to come to a
complete stop, disconnect spark plug
wire and move wire away from spark
plug. Remove ignition key on electric
start models.
Failure to follow these instructions can
result in serious personal injury or
property damage.
NOTE: All references to left, right, front
and rear of the machine are determined by
standing behind the handiebars and facing
the direction of forward travel.
REQUIRED MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Before Every Every Every As
PROCEDURE Each 10 25 30 Noted
Use Hours Hours Hours
Check engine oil level
•
Every 5
operating hrs.
Clean engine cooling system •
Test operation of Forward Interlock
Safety System
•
Section 4
Forward Interlock Safety System -
check wire condition,connections
•
Check battery electrolyte level and
electrical connections
•
Recharge battery Before/after
long storage
Check drive belt tension • After initial
2 hours
Check nuts and bolts
•
After initial
2 hours
Clean tiller tine shaft
•
Lubricate tiller
•
Change engine oil*
• More often
in dusty or
dirty areas
Clean foam element air filter
Check paper element air filter
•
•
More often
in dusty or
dirty areas
Check for oil leaks
•
After initial
2 hours
Check gear oil level in
both transmissions
• After initial
2 hours
Check bolo tines for wear
•
Check reverse disc for wear •
Check air pressure in tires
•
* During engine break-in period, change engine oil after first 2 hours of operation.
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