Specifications

23
Routine Maintenance
Every 100 Hours
Change
Engine Oil and Filter
Follow Manufacturer's
Recommendations
Replace
Air Filter
(DO NOT BLOW OUT WITH
COMPRESSED AIR)
Check
Engine to Hydraulic Pumps
Belt Tension
Tension Spring compressed to 2"
Check
Battery Fluid Level
(If applicable)
Check
Engine to Mower Deck Tension
Tension Spring compressed to 3"
Every 200 Hours
NOTE: The recommended Hydraulic Drive oil for your Dixie Chopper machine is Lucas 15/40 Magnum
Motor Oil (Part Number 10076). We strongly urge that you use this oil in the event that you should need
to refill or add to your hydraulic reservoir.
Engine Oil: Under Normal Mowing Conditions, Use Lucas 15/40.
For Cold Weather Operation, Consult Engine Manual.
Lube Grease: Lucas X-tra H/D Grease part# 10301.
Change
Hydraulic Drive Oil
DO NOT USE HYDRAULIC OIL, HYTRAN, OR AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID.
USE ONLY A HIGH-GRADE 10W50, 15W40, 15W50, OR 20W50 MOTOR OIL
THAT MEETS THE MINIMUM VISCOSITY REQUIREMENTS
OF 89 SUS or BETTER AT 212°F.
Lube
Deck Spindle Assemblies
Daily
Checks
Check
Engine Oil Level
Follow Manufacturer's
Recommendations
Check
Hydraulic Oil Level
Dixie Chopper VTC
Hydraulic Oil
Check
Tire Pressure
Rear Tires: 7 psi
Front Tires: 12 psi
Every 1000
Hours
or Annually
Change
Hydraulic Filters
Remove Belts and Check
Spindle Bearings, Idlers, and Pulleys.
Lube
Front Caster Bearings
Clean or Replace
Spark Plugs
Check
Steering for Creep in the Neutral Position
Check
Front and Rear Tires
for Tread Wear
Replace
Engine Fuel Filter(s)
Change
Hydraulic Drive Oil
Dixie Chopper VTC Hydraulic Oil
For Dixie Chopper Discount Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983
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