FuelFilter, CleaningtheEngine, FrontWheels

,Check the gap using a feeler gauge and adjust, if necessary, by carefully bending the ground electrode. See Figure 20. Set the spark plug gap to 0.030 in (0.76 mm).

FeelerGauge

Spark Plug

Ground Electrode

Gap

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 Engineon page 22 for instruction regarding all engine-related lubrication.

FrontWheels

Each of the front wheel axles and rims is equipped with a grease fitting. See. Lubricate with 251H EP grease or an equivalent No. 2 multi-purpose lithium grease after every 25 hours of tractor operation.

Figure 20

9.Reinstall the spark plug into the cylinder head. Torque the spark plug to 28132 ft. lb. (38.0/43.4

N.rn).

10.Place the spark plug wire boot over the spark plug and press until you feel it "click" in place.

FuelFilter

_,	when the engine is hot.
	ARNING:	Do not replace the fuel filter

The engine is equipped with an inline fuel filter located on the right side of the engine.

Visually inspect the filter periodically for a build-up of residue inside the filter body, and for a dirty element which can be indicated by discoloration. Replace the fuel filter when dirty.

CleaningtheEngine

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.

RimGreaseFitting

Figure 21

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.