ENGINE COOLING
This tractor has an air cooled engine. Air must be able to circulate freely around the engine, through the screen, shroud, and over the fins of the cylinder head and cylinder block. Keep these areas free of accumulated dirt and trash or engine will overheat and result in damaged moving parts. Periodic cleaning with compressed air will keep area clear for adequate cooling.
DRY TYPE AIR CLEANER
Removing the air cleaner filter element.
The twelve-volt electrical system consists princi- pally of a motor-generator, voltage regulator, and a twelve-volt battery.
All connections must be clean and securely
fastened.
IGNITION SWITCH
Turn the key clockwise to turn on the ignition. A further turn actuates the motor-generator. The key cannot be removed when in the "ON" position.
Incoming air for combustion is filtered by a dry-type air cleaner having a filter element inside of the cover.
Clean or replace the element when loss of power is noticeable. Replace at least once a year.
Cleaning the Element -To clean the element, remove wing nut, air cleaner cover, then remove element and tap it lightly on a flat surface to cause loose dirt to falloff. Handle paper element with care to avoid dents or crushing local areas. Do not use compressed air to remove dirt as this can repture the element. Do not wash or use a solvent.
Replacing the Element -Replace element with a new one if dirt does not drop off easily, or if it is bent or damaged. When replacing element be sure the back plate is securely tightened to the carbu- retor. Replace the back plate if bent or cracked, then be sure the element fits snugly around the inside edge of the air cleaner base. The gasket surfaces of the element must be flat against the back plate and cover to seal effectively. Replace cover and tighten wing nut finger tight.
NOTE: When the engine is not operating, the key must be turned to the "OFF" position to prevent battery discharge.
SAFETY STARTING SWITCH
The safety starting switches activated by the clutch-brake pedal and the power take-off clutch lever serve to prevent starting the engine acci- dentally.
