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Fuel Filter and Pump
WARNING:
Do not replace the fuel filter or
pump when engine is hot.
The engine is equipped with an inline fuel filter and fuel
pump located on the right side of the engine.
Visually inspect the filter periodically for a build-up of
residue inside the filter body, and for a dirty element
which can be indicated by discoloration. Replace the
fuel filter when dirty.
The fuel pump can not be disassembled. If the fuel
pump fails, replace it with a new one.
NOTE:
If necessary, remove the tractor’s right-hand
side panel as instructed on page 20 before changing
the engine’s fuel filter.
Cleaning the Engine And Deck
Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be wiped
off promptly.
Do NOT allow debris to accumulate around the engine
air intake screen and cooling fins. Every 100 hours of
operation, check and clean the cooling fins and inside
of engine shrouds to remove grass, chaff of dirt
clogging the cooling system. Remove the fan housing
and intake screen to clean the engine.
Do NOT allow debris to accumulate around or on any
other part of the machine, especially the belts and
pulleys.
IMPORTANT:
The use of a pressure washer or garden
hose to clean your tractor is NOT recommended. It may
cause damage to electrical components, spindles,
pulleys, bearings or the engine. The use of water will
result in a shortened life of the tractor and reduce its
serviceability.
Lubrication
WARNING:
Before lubricating, repairing, or
inspecting, always disengage PTO, set
parking brake, stop engine and remove key to
prevent unintended starting.
Engine
Refer to Engine on page 19 for instruction regarding all
engine-related lubrication.
Deck Spindles
Grease fittings can be found on the top of each deck
spindle shaft. See Figure 21. Lubricate with 251H EP
grease, or an equivalent No. 2 multi-purpose lithium
grease, after every 10 hours of operation. Using a
grease gun, apply two strokes (minimum) or sufficient
grease to flush old grease and dirt out of the spindle
shaft.
Figure 21
Pivot Points & Linkage
Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive system,
parking brake and lift linkage at least once a season
with light oil.
Deck Wheels
Each of the tractor deck’s front gauge wheels is
equipped with a grease fitting. Lubricate with a grease
gun after every 25 hours of tractor operation.
Front Wheels
Each of the front wheel axles and rims is equipped with
a grease fitting. See Figure 22. Lubricate with a grease
gun after every 25 hours of tractor operation.
Figure 22
Grease Fitting
Axle Grease Fitting
Rim Grease Fitting
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