Inspect every 25 hours, Inspect every 100 hours, Inspect each season – Swisher ZT1436B User Manual
Page 10: Inspect before storage
INSPECT EVERY 25 HOURS
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Lubrication: Grease all pivot points with a high temp grease.
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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.
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Change engine oil and filter: Use only quality detergent oil. See engine manual for
instructions. Select viscosity grade according to your expected environmental
temperature.
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Blades: Best results will come from sharp blades. Replace if bent, damaged or worn.
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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.
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Muffler: Inspect for damage or corrosion. Keep free of grass or debris to prevent fire.
INSPECT EVERY 100 HOURS
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Clean engine cooling fins: Clogged cooling fins can damage engine due to
overheating. Keep fins and external surfaces of the engine clean.
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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.
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Replace spark plugs: See engine manual for detailed instructions.
INSPECT EACH SEASON
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Belts:Check belts for wear and deterioration. See service and adjustments.
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Spark plug: See engine manual for detailed instructions.
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Replace in-line fuel filter: Replace every season.
INSPECT BEFORE STORAGE
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Change engine oil and filter: See engine manual for detailed instructions.
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Lubrication: Grease all pivot points with a high temp grease.
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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.
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Loose fasteners: Be sure all fasteners are at proper torque, especially guards and
blades.
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