Transcript Lawnmower Maintenance

Lawnmower
Maintenance
Topic # 5043
Nick Thompson
“Take Care of your equipment
and your equipment will take
care of you.”
-author unknown
What is Maintenance?
Def: the upkeep of property or
equipment
Why Maintain equipment?
 Keep
running well and working good
 Prevent costly repairs
 Prevent down time
 Monitor wearable parts
What to Maintain on a mower
 Check
oil, change as recommended
 Clean air filter
 Check coolant level
 Check battery for corosion & proper water
level
 Check fuel filter
 Check
for loose bolts, etc
 Check hydrolic oil level
 Check belts for proper allignment
 Monitor hoses for leaks or cracks
 Clean mower and deck
 Check blades, sharpen
 Grease all fittings
 Check tire pressure
 Check lubricant levels (gear boxes)
Most importantly…
 Always,
always, always! Consult your owners
manual for a maintenance schedule.
References
 Scag
Power Equipment: A division of
Metalcraft of Mayville, Inc. Operators
Manual #03092