•Check the gap using a feeler gauge and adjust, if necessary, by carefully bending the ground electrode. See Figure 14. Set the spark plug gap to 0.030 in. (.76 mm) .
Feeler Gauge
Spark Plug
Ground Electrode
Gap
Figure 14
•Reinstall the spark plug into the cylinder head. Torque the spark plug to 28/32 ft. lb.
•Place the spark plug wire boot over the spark plug and press until you feel it “click” in place.
Fuel Filter
WARNING: Do not replace the fuel filter when engine is hot.
The engine is equipped with an inline fuel filter located on the right side of the engine.
Visually inspect the filter periodically for a
Cleaning the Engine And Deck
Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be wiped off promptly.
Do NOT allow debris to accumulate around the cooling fins of the engine or on any other part of the machine, especially the belts and pulleys.
Lubrication
WARNING: Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, always disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting.
Engine
Refer to Engine on page 20 for instruction regarding all
Front Wheels
Each of the front wheel axles and rims is equipped with a grease fitting. See Figure 15. Lubricate with 251H EP grease or an equivalent No. 2
Axle Grease Fitting |
Rim Grease Fitting |
Figure 15
Pivot Points & Linkage
Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive system, parking brake and lift linkage at least once a season with light oil.
Deck Idler
A grease fitting can be found on the pivoting idler bracket on the deck. Lubricate with a No. 2 multi- purpose grease applied with a grease gun after every 25 hours of tractor operation. See Figure 16.
Grease Fitting |
Figure 16
Deck Spindles
Grease fittings can be found on the front of each deck spindle. After every 25 hours of tractor operation, lubricate with 251H EP grease or an equivalent No. 2
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