John Deere Zero-Turn Mower Z970R

Rinse hood and entire machine with clean water to remove dirt and dust that may scratch the surface

Wash surface with clean water and a mild liquid automotive washing soap

Dry thoroughly to avoid water spots

Wax the surface with a liquid automotive wax. Use products that specifically say “contains no abrasives

Buff applied wax by hand using a clean, soft cloth

Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the Safety section.)

Remove any debris from area around fuel tank cap.

Remove fuel tank cap slowly to allow any pressure built up in tank to escape.

Fill fuel tank only to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill.

Install fuel tank cap and turn cap until it is tight.

Sign off on the fuel tank maintenance

Check and adjust valve clearance (Kawasaki engines only)

Replace primary air cleaner element

Replace plastic fuel filter (if equipped)

Front of machine lifted with a safe lifting device

Wheel removed from assembly yoke

Replacement wheel installed with bearing dust caps

Wheel bolt and hex nut installed

Sign off on the caster wheels replacement

Check air cleaner elements and replace as necessary

Change engine oil and filter or annually

Park machine safely on a level surface

Put container under oil drain area