| Oil |
Check oil regularly. Add oil as needed. |
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Change oil after first 5 hours of use, then after every 50 hours or at the beginning of the season |
| Air Filter |
Change air filters at least every 3 months or 25 hours of use. |
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Always use original Yangtze air filters to assure optimum performance and maximum protection for your engine. |
| Blades |
Keep cutting blade professionally sharpened. |
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Do not leave the blades engaged on riding mowers or tractors while mower is stopped. This stretches the belt and decreases the belt life. |
| Fuel |
Use FRESH fuel in a clean, approved container. |
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Keep fuel fresh year round with Yangtze Fuel Stabilizer Plus gasoline additive to prevent gum deposits in fuel system parts |
| Cleaning Clogged Deck |
With the spark plug lead removed from the engine, use a garden hose to wash away any residual grass clippings. |
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Once the majority of the grass clippings have been removed, it will be easier to identify a clump of grass that may be interfering with blade motion. |
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Using a wooden stick or other implement other than your hands and feet, remove the offending material and wash the deck thoroughly |
| Other Tips |
Keep dirt and debris off the engine to avoid overheating. |
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Regularly check to be sure all nuts and bolts are tight. |
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An experienced service technician should give your mower a seasonal tune-up, and safety and maintenance inspection. |
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Always store equipment in sheltered area to prevent water in fuel and rust on the frame. |