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Regular Maintenance
SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM
CHECK
Service Interval: Every Fall & Spring
Check the function of the safety interlock system using
the test procedure found on page 7 of this manual. If the
tractor fails any of the tests, see your dealer.
BLADE BRAKE CHECK
Service Interval: Every 100 Hours or Fall & Spring
The mower should come to a complete stop within five
seconds after PTO switch is turned off.
1. With tractor in neutral, PTO disengaged and operator
in seat, start the engine. Make sure the area is clear
of bystanders.
2. Engage the PTO and wait several seconds.
Disengage the PTO and check the amount of time it
takes for the mower to stop.
3. If the mower does not stop within five seconds, see
your dealer.
Figure 31. Gear Box Fill Plug Location
A. Top Fill Plug
B. Side Level Plug
A
B
CHECK MOWER DECK
GEAR BOX OIL
Service Interval: Every Fall & Spring
To check the mower deck gear box oil:
1. Place a shop towel under the side opening to keep oil
off the belt and pulleys.
2. Remove the side level plug (B, Figure 31) of the gear
box. Oil should come out of the side hole. If not add
SAE 85W-90 oil through the top fill hole (A) until oil
comes out the side fill hole.
3. Replace the plugs and wipe up any spilled oil.
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