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Section 4 Maintenance and Lubrication
IMPORTANT: Never use hydraulic or automatic transmission fluid in this system; use only motor oil as specified. Remember, dirt is the primary enemy of any hydraulic system.
IMPORTANT: Each hydraulic pump is equipped with a bypass valve. For additional information refer to Operating Section, “Moving Mower with Stalled Engine” page 11.
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Hydraulic Reservoir Filler Cap
Hydraulic Filter
Hydraulic Reservoir
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Check oil level in hydraulic system after every 50 hours of operation or weekly, whichever occurs first. Check more often if system appears to be leaking or otherwise malfunctioning.
Fluid level should be 1” from top of reservoir. Use only SAE 10W40 SG, SF/CC, CD service motor oil.
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The system filter is located to the right of the hydraulic reservoir. A standard oil filter wrench is used to change filter, threads are right handed. Use Land Pride approved filter element P/N
IMPORTANT: Prefill the filter element with clean oil before installing to prevent drawing air into the system pump.
Replace filter element as follows:
1.Fill the filter element with clean system oil. Smear a light coating of oil on upper surface of rubber seal.
2.Install the filter element on base. Tighten the oil filter by hand until the filter seal makes contact with the filter head, then tighten an additional 3/4 turn with a an oil filter wrench. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
3.Start tractor engine and let run at approximately 2/3 throttle for a few minutes to work any trapped air out of the system before engaging the steering control lever.
4.Stop the engine and check the filter and connections for leaks.
5.Check the hydraulic reservoir for specified oil level. Add clean oil as necessary.
Clean or replace hydraulic reservoir cap annually. Cap may be cleaned by dipping in or flushing with cleaning solvent. Follow manufacturer s instructions and warnings for application of solvent type selected.
NOTE: The hydraulic pumps are equipped with bypass valves. Refer to “Moving Mower with Stalled Engine” on page 11 for more information.
Fuel System
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!DANGER!
Observe usual fuel handling precautions; do not smoke while refueling, do not fill tank with engine running or while engine is hot. Clean up any gasoline spills.
Allow engine to cool before storing machine inside a building. Keep fuel away from open flame or spark and store machine away from open flame or spark if there is fuel in the tank.
Use extra caution when handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and can damage property. Refuel outdoors preferably, or in well ventilated areas. Never attempt to start engine when there is a strong odor of gasoline fumes present. Locate and correct cause. Store gasoline in an approved container and keep it out of the reach of children. Never buy more than a 30 day supply of gasoline. Do not fill gasoline containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer as interior carpets or plastic truck bed liners may insulate the container and slow the loss of any static charge. When practical, remove equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel the equipment with its wheels on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel the equipment on the truck or trailer using a portable container and not a gasoline dispenser nozzle. If a gasoline dispenser nozzle must be used, keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete.
!WARNING!
Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed.
Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors.
Keep face away from nozzle and gas tank or conditioner opening.
Keep gas away from eyes and skin.
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