NOTE: A dirty air cleaner will cause an engin _,to run
rough. Be certain air cleaner is clean and att_ ched to
the carburetor before adjusting carburetor.
BRAKEADJUSTMENT (See figure 14)
The brake is located by the left rear wheel in ;ide the
frame. During normal operation of this mach ne, the
brake is subject to wear and will require l,eriodic
examination and adjustment.
,_ WARNING: Do not have the q:ngine
running when you adjust the brak,.
To adjust the brake, adjust the lock nut so tl__ brake
starts to engage when the brake lever is 1/4" Lo5/16"
away from the axle housing.
NOTE: Figure 14 is shown with the unit tipp_ d up on
rear wheels for clarity only.
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.ever
Axle
Housing
FIGURE 14.
LUBRICATION
WARNING: Always stop engine _nd dis-
connect spark plug wire before c eaning,
lubricating or doing any kind of _ork on
lawn tractor.
STEERING GEARS
Lubricate teeth of steering gears with aut)motive
multi-purpose grease after every 25 hours c f opera-
tion or once a season.
STEERING SHAFT
Lubricate steering shaft at least once a sea ;on with
light oil.
TRANSAXLE
The transaxle is lubricated and sealed at th_ factory
and does not require checking. If disasserr bled for
any reason, lubricate with 10 oz. of grease, p ]rt num-
ber 737-0148.
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WHEELS
The front wheels are provided with grease fittings.
The rear wheels must be removed from the axle for
lubrication. Lubricate both front and rear wheels at
least once a season with automotive multi-purpose
grease.
PIVOT POINTS
Lubricate all pivot points with light oil at least once a
season.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug
wire and ground against the engine
before performing any repairs or mainte-
nance.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
Refer to page 17 of this manual for trouble shooting
information.
ENGINE
Refer to the separate engine manual for engine
maintenance instructions.
Maintain engine oil as instructed in the separate
engine manual packed with your unit. Read and follow
instructions carefully.
Service air cleaner every 10 hours under normal con-
ditions. Clean every few hours under extremely dusty
conditions. Poor engine performance and flooding
usually indicates that the air cleaner should be ser-
viced. To service the air cleaner, refer to the separate
engine manual packed with your unit.
The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap reset
once a season. Spark plug replacement is recom-
mended at the start of each mowing season; check
engine manual for correct plug type and gap specifi-
cations.
CUTTING BLADE
A. Removal for Sharpening or Replacement
WARNING: Be sure to disconnect and
ground the spark plug wire and remove
ignition key before working on the cut-
ting blade to prevent accidental engine
starting. Protect hands by using heavy
gloves or a rag to grasp the cutting
blades.
1. Remove the large bolt and lock washer which
holds the blade and adapter to the blade spindle.
2. Remove the blade and adapter from the spindle.
3. If the blade or blade adapter needs replacing,
remove the two small bolts, lock washers and
nuts which hold the blade to the adapter.
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