Service Intervals

Servicing Your Machine

Please use the following timetables to perform routine maintenance on your machine.

Initial Break-In

After First 5 Hours of Operation

· Check/tighten wheel bolts (model LX280AWS).

· Lubricate front wheel spindles.

After First 25 Hours of Operation

· Check/tighten wheel bolts (model LX280AWS).

· Check/tighten loose hardware.

· Change engine oil and filter.

· Check transmission oil level.

· Check coolant level (model LX289).

After First 50 Hours of Operation

· Check/tighten wheel bolts (model LX280AWS).

· Change engine oil and filter.

After First 100 Hours of Operation

· Check/tighten wheel bolts (model LX280AWS).

· Change engine oil and filter.

Every 25 Hours

· Check mower blades.

Every 50 Hours

· Check tire pressure.

· Check transmission oil level.

· Lubricate front wheel spindles.

· Lubricate front axle pivot (model LX280AWS).

· Lubricate mower gage wheels.

· Lubricate mower blade spindles.

· Check/service air cleaner elements.

· Check/tighten wheel bolts (model LX280AWS).

Every 100 Hours or Annually (whichever comes first)

· Check/tighten loose hardware.

· Check battery electrolyte level.

· Clean battery.

· Change engine oil and filter.

· Inspect spark plugs and check gap.

· Check mower belts.

· Check and adjust mower timing belt (Freedom42).

· Sharpen mower blades.

Every 200 Hours or Two Years (whichever comes first)

· Replace fuel filter.

· Change radiator coolant (model LX289).

· Check radiator hoses and clamps (model LX289).

Every 500 Hours or Two Years (whichever comes first)

· Change engine coolant (model LX289).

Every 500 Hours

NOTE: See your John Deere dealer for these services.

· Check engine idle speeds.

· Check carburetor adjustment.

· Check and adjust valve clearance.

· Check fuel lines.