MAINTENANCE
TRANSAXLE MAINTENANCE
Keep transaxle free from
Do not attempt to clean transaxle while engine is running or whilethetransaxleishot.Topreventpossibledamagetoseals, do not use high pressure water or steam to clean transaxle.
V-BELTS
Check
ENGINE
LUBRICATION
Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification
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TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE
Fig. 15
NOTE: Although
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 Figs. 15 & 16)
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.
OIL DRAIN HOLE |
OIL |
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OIL DRAIN |
EXTENSION |
•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.
•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.
AIR FILTER
Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. See engine manual.
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.
MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.
SPARK PLUGS
Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual.
IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 17)
The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, replacement is required.
•With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections.
•Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carburetor.
•Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned.
•Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.
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FUEL FILTER 
Fig. 17
Fig. 16 | 16 |