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Maintenance for Zero-Turn Mowers

How-To Video Tutorial for Maintaining Your Zero-Turn Mower

In this video, learn the recommended maintenance procedures for a Bobcat® zero-turn mower with step-by-step guided instructions. The Bobcat ZT7000 will be referenced, your mower may look a little different, but the procedures should be similar. 

SPARK PLUGS - 00:37 

We will demonstrate how to properly replace or change spark plugs in a Bobcat zero-turn mower.  

ENGINE OIL AND FILTER - 01:11 

We will demonstrate how to change or replace engine oil and filter as recommended by the service schedules every 100 hours of operation or annually.    

FUEL FILTER (INSPECT & CHANGE) - 03:18 

We will demonstrate how to look at the key points to checking the fuel filter, followed with a guide to changing the fuel filter if it’s dirty, damaged, or leaking and in need of replacement.  

AIR INTAKE, AIR CLEANER & COOLING FINS - 05:00 

We will demonstrate how to look at some key areas that you’ll want to keep free of debris, including the air intake screen, the air cleaner and cooling fins for optimal performance, maximum uptime, and extended equipment life.  

AIR CLEANER - 05:00 

We will demonstrate how to go over signs that your air cleaner is dirty and needs to be replaced. Followed by how to replace the air cleaner filters. If you have a breather port, make sure it’s pointing down.  

TRANSAXLE MAINTENANCE - 06:30 

We will demonstrate how to do a deep dive into transaxle expansion tank types, including internal expansion tanks and external expansion tanks. We also walk-through proper maintenance of each type.  

TRANSAXLE PURGE - 14:30 

We will demonstrate how to look at purging the transaxle to remove air in the system.  

OPERATOR PRESENCE INTERLOCK SYSTEM - 16:24 

We will demonstrate how to review checking the Operator Presence Interlock System, running operation, and tire pressure.  

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE - 20:26 

We will demonstrate how to check the tire pressure on all the wheels of your Bobcat zero-turn mower. 

GREASE LUBRICATION POINTS - 21:12 

We will demonstrate how to review the convenient grease lubrication points on your Bobcat zero-turn mower.  

Always read and understand the Operation, Maintenance and Owner’s Manuals.  Contact your local Bobcat dealer for additional assistance, service support or questions.   

VIDEO CHAPTERS:  

00:00 - Intro: Bobcat Zero-Turn Maintenance 

00:37 - Replace or Change Spark Plugs 

01:11 - Change Engine Oil and Filter 

03:18 - Inspect the Fuel Filter  

03:40 - Change the Fuel Filter  

05:00 - Keep the Air Intake, Air Filter and Cooling Fins Clear 

05:27 - Inspect and Change Air Cleaner Filters 

06:20 - Breather Port Position 

06:30 - Transaxle Expansion Tank Types and Procedures 

08:00 - Transaxle Maintenance with External Expansion Tank 

10:02 - Transaxle Maintenance with Internal Expansion Tank 

14:30 - Removing Air From The Transaxle System 

16:24 - Check Operator Presence Interlock System 

18:50 - Run Operation Check Procedure  

20:26 - Check Tire Pressure 

21:12 - Grease Lubrication Points 

21:57 – Outro: Contact Bobcat.com or Your Local Dealer 

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