Weed Eater 435073, 96018000100 manual Engine

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MAINTENANCE

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear.

TRANSAXLE MAINTENANCE

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which can restrict cooling.

Do not attempt to clean transaxle while engine is running or while the transaxle is hot. To prevent possible damage to seals, do not use high pressure water or steam to clean transaxle.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SG-SL. Select the oil’s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SAE 30

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5W-30

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

F

-20

0

 

 

30 32

40

60

80

100

 

 

C

-30

-20

-10

0

10

20

 

30

 

40

 

 

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fig. 10

 

 

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NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, they will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil.

Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 25 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 10 and 11)

Determine temperature range expected before oil change. All oil must meet API service classification C.

Be sure tractor is on level surface.

Oil will drain more freely when warm.

Catch oil in a suitable container.

Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil.

CAUTION: If engine has been operated for an extended period of time immedi- ately prior to draining oil, oil will be hot.

Slide oil drain extension under oil drain hole (drain hole maybeflushwithorprotrudefromengineblocksidewall).

Make sure back face of oil drain extension is flush with engine side wall.

Make sure bottom lip of oil drain extension is lined up with bottom of oil drain hole.

OIL DRAIN HOLE

OIL

DRAIN

PLUG

OIL DRAIN

EXTENSION

Fig. 11

Position a container to catch oil directly under front end of oil drain extension.

Slide a 1/2” (12 point) socket mounted on an extension onto oil drain plug.

Loosen plug while holding the oil drain extension firmly in place.

Drain oil into container.

After oil has drained completely, reinstall oil drain plug. (Do not tighten more than 13 Ft. Lbs.)

Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual.

Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. Be sure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate reading. Keep oil at “FULL” line on dipstick. Tighten cap onto the tube securely when finished.

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers.

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. See Engine Manual.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or dam- age.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing sea- son or after every 100 hours of use, whichever comes first. Spark plug type and gap setting is shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual.

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Contents Model 960180001Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers Safety RulesGeneral Operation II. Slope OperationGeneral Service ServiceIII. Children IV. TowingTable of Contents Steering Wheel Unassembled PartsSeat Keys Slope SheetTools Required for Assembly AssemblyTo Remove Tractor from Carton Before Removing Tractor from SkidTo Check Battery See Fig Install Seat See FigCheck Deck Levelness Check Tire PressureCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Brake SystemOperation Know Your Tractor HOW to USE Your Tractor To Operate Mower See Fig Reverse Operation System ROSTo Operate on Hills To TransportCheck Engine OIL Level Before Starting the EngineADD Gasoline To Start Engine See FigMowing Tips Lubrication Chart MaintenanceTractor BatteryBlade Care Blade Removal See FigEngine IN-LINE Fuel Filter See Fig CleaningEngine Cooling System See To Remove Mower See Fig Service and AdjustmentsTo Install Mower See Fig To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See Fig To Level Mower HousingTo Replace Motion Drive Belt See Fig Transaxle Gear Shift Lever NEUTRAL- Adjustment See FigTo Check Brake To Start Engine with a Weak Battery See Fig To Adjust Steering Wheel AlignmentWeak or Dead Fully Charged Battery Front Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBERTo Adjust Choke Control To Adjust Throttle Control CableTo Adjust Carburetor To Replace Headlight BulbOther StorageFuel System Engine OILProblem Cause Correction Troubleshooting PointsExcessive Limited Warranty Service Notes Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Degrees MAX Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe OperationParts and Service

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