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g) Allow unit to run several minutes after the charge pumps are “primed”
with drive system in the full speed position.
Check oil level as stated in Section 5.1.8.
h) Check hydro drive linkage adjustment as stated in Section 5.2.6.
5.1.11 Check tire pressures.
Service Interval:
40 hrs.
a) Stop engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Remove ignition key or
spark plug wire(s). Check air pressure in tires; recommended tire
pressure is: rear, 12 to 16 psi; pneumatic casters, 22 psi.
b) Inflate tires to pressures stated above. Measure circumference of each
drive tire. Adjust tire pressures within the above range to try to make tire
circumferences match as closely as possible.
NOTE: Front caster tires have permanent tire sealant installed.
5.1.12 Inspect Belt wear.
Service Interval:
40 hrs.
a) Stop engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Remove ignition key or
spark plug wire(s).
b) Remove deck support belt shield to check mower deck drive belt
condition.
c) Look under engine deck to check the pump drive and clutching belt
condition.
d) Check all idler arms to be sure they pivot freely. Disassemble, clean and
grease pivot bushings if necessary.
5.1.13 Inspect Blade Clutching Belt Tension.
Service Interval:
Check every 2 hrs. for first 8 hrs. operation then check
every 40 hrs. thereafter.
a) Stop engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
b) Engage blade drive lever.
c) Look through the round hole in the left rear corner of the engine deck to
inspect blade clutching belt tension. Bolt on blade engagement linkage
bellcrank and indicator arm should align within 1/16” (See fig. 12). Refer
to section 5.2.2 for adjustment.
5.1.14 Lubrication
Service Interval:
Refer to Chart.
a) Stop engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Remove ignition key or
spark plug wire(s).
b) Lubricate fittings with one to two pumps of SAE No. 2 multi-purpose gun
grease.
Refer to the following chart for fitting locations and lubrication schedule.
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