MAINTENANCE
TRACTOR
Always observe safety rules when performing any main- tenance.
BRAKE OPERATION
If tractor requires more than fi ve (5) feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be checked and adjusted. (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual).
TIRES
•Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See“PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual).
•Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi- cals which can harm rubber.
•Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage.
NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent fl at tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.
OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM AND REVERSE OP- ERATION SYSTEM (ROS)
Be sure operator presence and reverse operation systems are working properly. If your tractor does not function as described, repair the problem immediately.
•The engine should not start unless the brake pedal is fully depressed, and the attachment clutch control is in the disengaged position.
CHECK OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM
•When the engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without fi rst setting the parking brake should shut off the engine.
•When the engine is running and the attachment clutch is engaged, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat should shut off the engine.
•The attachment clutch should never operate unless the operator is in the seat.
CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS) SYSTEM
•When the engine is running with the ignition switch in the engine "ON" position and the attachment clutch engaged, any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse should shut off the engine.
•When the engine is running with the ignition switch in the ROS "ON" position and the attachment clutch en- gaged, any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse should NOT shut off the engine.
ROS "ON" POSITION | ENGINE "ON" POSITION |
| (NORMAL OPERATING) |
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BLADE CARE (See Fig. 19)
For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged blades.
CAUTION: Useonlyareplacementblade approved by the manufacturer of your tractor. Using a blade not approved by the manufacturer of your tractor is hazardous, could damage your tractor and void your warranty.
5 STAR PATTERN
BLADE W/RIGHT | 3 |
0222 |
HAND THREADED
BOLT 
6 STAR PATTERN BLADE W/LEFT HAND THREADED BOLT
FIG.19
5 STAR PATTERN BLADE (See Fig. 20)
The center of this blade has a fi ve (5) star pattern. The bolt that attaches this blade has normal Right Hand threads that loosens by turning (
) counterclockwise and tightens by turning (
) clockwise.
| TRAILING EDGE | |
| MANDREL | |
FLAT | ASSEMBLY | |
WASHER |
| |
BLADE BOLT | RH | |
| ||
RIGHT HAND | 5 STAR PATTERN | |
THREADED | ||
| ||
LOCK | 5 STAR CENTER HOLE | |
| ||
WASHER | BLADE | |
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FIG.20
6 STAR PATTERN BLADE (See Fig. 21)
The center of this blade has a 6 star pattern. The bolt at- taching this blade has Left Hand threads that loosens by turning (
) clockwise and tighten by turning (
) counter- clockwise.
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