Maintenance & Adjustments
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NOTE:
features may vary by model. Not all features in this manual are
applicable to all tractor models and the tractor depicted may
differ from yours.
Maintenance
WARNING! Before performing any maintenance or
levers fully outward in the neutral position engaging
the parking brake, stop the engine and remove the
key to prevent unintended starting.
Engine
Refer to the Engine Manual for all engine maintenance intervals,
procedures, specifications and instructions.
Lubrication
Using a pressure lubricating gun, lubricate the front castor
hours of service.
Periodically lubricate all other pivot points with a quality
lubricating oil.
Cleaning the Spindle Pulleys
accumulation of grass clippings from around the spindle pulleys
and V-belt. Clean more often when mowing tall, dry grass.
Cleaning the Transmission Cooling Slots
Keep both sides of transmission cooling slots on the frame between
the engine and the seat box clear of grass clippings and leaves.
WARNING! If the engine has been recently run, the
engine, muffler and surrounding metal surfaces will
be hot and can cause burns to the skin. Exercise
caution to avoid burns.
Using the Deck Wash System
WARNING! When using the deck wash system, never
engage the deck from any position other than the
engage deck in the presence of any bystanders.
Attach the nozzle adapter to a standard garden hose
connected to a water supply.
2. Move the tractor to an area within reach of the hose where the
dispersal of wet grass clippings is acceptable to you. Disengage
Pull back the lock collar of the nozzle adapter and push the
adapter onto one of the deck wash nozzles at either end of
the mower deck. Release the lock collar to lock the adapter
Nozzle
Adapter
Adapter
Lock Collar
Pull Lock
Collar Back
Deck Wash
Nozzle
Figure 6-1
Maintenance Schedule
Before
Each use
Every
10 Hours
Every
25 Hours
Every
50 Hours
Every
100 Hours
Prior
to Storing
Check Engine Intake Screen/Cover
P
Clean Transmission Cooling Slots
P
Clean Battery Terminals
P P
Lube Front Wheels
P P
Clean Engine Cooling Fins
P P
Lube Front Deck Wheels
P P
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