Troy-Bilt 31/2 HP - Manual (Page 44)

MAINTENANCE
Storage
Whenever the mower will not be used for more than
90 days, you should perform the following steps to
ensure that the mower will be ready the next time you
use it.
1. Install the plastic blade protector on the blade.
2. Remove all fuel from the tank.
3. Change the engine oil. See Page 19 for instructions.
4. Remove the spark plug and squirt approximately
V
2 -ounce of engine oil into the spark plug hole. Slowly
pull the recoil starter rope to crank the engine. Then
reinstall the spark plug.
5. Clean any dirt, grass, or chaff from the recoil
housing screen and other parts of the engine.
6. Clean the air cleaner elements.
7. Lubricate the mower. See Page 22 for instructions.
8. Thoroughly inspect the mower for any loose, bro­
ken, or missing components. Repair them as neces­
sary. Check all bolts to make sure they are tight.
9. Check the tire pressure and adjust as necessary.
10. For electric start models, fully charge the battery.
11. For electric start models, remove the Engine Igni­
tion key from the keyswitch.
12. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark
plug. Prevent the spark plug wire from touching the
spark plug by placing the spark plug wire’s boot on
its holding tab on the rear of the engine.
13. Don’t store the mower in a “nose-up” position.
Keep the mower level.
14. Remember, the end of the mowing season is a
good time to inspect your mower and order any spare
or replacement parts you’ll need for the next mowing
season.
MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE
Before
Each
Use
Every 5
Hours of
Operation
Every 10
Hours of
Operation
Every 25
Hours of
Operation
Every 100
Hours of
Operation
As
Required
As
Noted
Before
Storage
Adjust Carburetor. 3
Check for Oil Leaks. 3
Check Engine Oil Level. v'
Check Operation of
Handlebar Levers.
Clean Air Filter Elements. 1
Change Engine Oil. 1,4
Check (and Adjust if
necessary) Wheel Drive
Mechanism and Blade
Drive Mechanism.
5
Lubricate Grease Fittings.
Lubricate Mower. v'
Oil Cutter Bar Blade. 1^ 1
Check & Adjust (if
necessary) Blade Guides. >/•
1^
Check Air Pressure in Tires
(10-20 psi). I/'
Check All Fasteners. 1^
Inspect Spark Plug.
Recharge Battery. 1/^ 2
Inspect Spark Arrester on
Muffler.
v' 3
Clean Engine and Engine’s
Cooling System.
t/' 3
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^More frequently if you’re operating the mower in a very dusty or dirty environment.
^See aiso “Seasonai Charging” in the Maintenance Section of this Manuai.
3Refer to the Briggs & Stratton Engine Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manuai.
■•Aiso do this after the initiai five hours of engine operation.
^You’ll also have to perform this maintenance item after the initiai 5 hours of mower operation. Also, whenever a belt has been replaced, you'll
have to perform this maintenance item after several hours of operation due to the new belt's having become seated on the pulley grooves.