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and linkage. This will help insure adequate cooling and
correct engine speed and will reduce the possibility of
overheating and mechanical damage to the engine.
Checking Tire Pressure
Service Interval/Specification
Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires as
specified. Check the pressure at the valve stem after every
40 operating hours or monthly, whichever occurs first
(Fig. 29). Check the tires when they are cold to get the
most accurate pressure reading.
Rear Tire Pressure: 12–14 psi (83–97 kPa)
1
m–2147
Figure 29
1. Rear Tire 2. Castor tire
Fuse Service
Service Interval/Specification
The electrical system is protected by a fuse. It requires no
maintenance, however, if the fuse blows check
component/circuit for malfunction or short. To replace
fuse pull out on the fuse (Fig. 30) to remove or replace it.
Fuse: F1–7.5 amp, blade-type
m–5206
1
Figure 30
1. Fuse 7.5 amp
Brake Service
Service Interval/Specification
Before each use, check brakes for proper operation.
Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine
or leave it unattended. If the parking brake does not hold
securely, an adjustment is required.
Checking the Brake
1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the
power take off (PTO), set the parking brake, and turn
the ignition key to “OFF” to stop the engine. Remove
the key.
2. Rear wheels must lock when you try to push the
machine forward. Adjustment is required if the wheels
turn and do not lock; refer to Adjusting the Brake,
page 25.
3. Release the brake and press upper control bar very
lightly, approximately 1/2 in. (13 mm), wheels should
rotate freely.
4. If both conditions are met no adjustment is required.
Adjusting the Brake
The brake lever is on the upper control bar (Fig. 12). If the
parking brake does not hold securely, an adjustment is
required.
1. Check the brake before you adjust it; refer to Checking
the Brake, page 25.
2. Release the parking brake; refer to Releasing the
Parking Brake, page 16.
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