MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
1. | ENGINE: | 3. | TIRES: |
For complete maintenance and operating information for your engine, please refer to your engine operating and maintenance instructions furnished by the engine manufacturer and included in your Dixon Zero Turning Radius Mower information packet.
NOTE: Air intake screen must be kept clean. If plugged, engine may be seriously damaged by over heating.
2.BATTERY:
Correct tire pressure is essential for efficient operation of the mower. Check tire pressure as requested in the maintenance schedule. Inflate tires to the pressures listed below:
| Lug nuts should be checked regularly for |
| tightness. |
~*. | MOWER BLADES: |
Keep the electrolyte level above the plates in each cell by adding distilled water as it becomes necessary. Add water just before operating the mower to mix the water with the solution. Be careful not to overfill the battery - the electrolyte solution is corrosive and can cause damage to surrounding metal parts if it should spill. When taking the battery out of the mower for servicing, make sure to connect the cables to the battery exactly as they were prior to removal. Always disconnect the ground
Keep the battery clean. Remove the corrosion around the battery terminals by applying a solution of one part baking soda to four parts water. Coat all exposed terminal surfaces with a light layer of grease or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion.
NOTE:
At temperatures below 32 degrees F (0 degrees C) the full charge state must be maintained to prevent cell electrolyte from freezing and causing permanent battery damage.
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Check sharpness of mower blades after every 10 hours of operation. To sharpen blades proceed as follows:
A. Remove bolt, lockwasher, and cup washer mounting blade on shaft. Remove blade.
B. Blades should be discarded when worn excessively.
C. Sharpen blades with a hand file, electric grinder or blade sharpener. Wear gloves and eye protection when sharpening. Grind blade at original 25 degree bevel.