To keep your tractor running better and longer, perform necessary service using the tollow-
ing maintenance schedule:
WITH EVERY MOWING
tMake sure all nutson bolts are tightand cotter pinsand
retainer springs are secure
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2 Observe all safety precautions
3Keep tractorwell lubricated (refer to page 24),.
4Make sure areas around muffler, engine and mower deck are clean and free of debris buildup,,
MAINTENANCE
FOR ANY AI_JUSTMENTS, INSPEC-
TION OR MAINTENANCE:
1.PUSH TRACTOR CLUTCH/BRAKE
PEDAL COMPLETELY INTO "BRAKE"POSITION.
2.MOVE GEARSI'tlFTTO "N" NEUTRAL
POSITION.
3.PLACE PARKING BRAKE IN "EN_
GAGED" POSITION. REMOVE FOOT FROM PEDAL,
4oPLACE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER IN "DISENGAGED" POSI-
TION.
5.TURN IGNITION KEY TO "OFF" PO-
SITION.
6.MAKE ABSOLUTELY SURE THE BLADES AND ALL MOVING PARTS
HAVE COMPLETELY STOPPED.
7.REMOVE THE IGNITION KEY.
8.DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE FROM THE SPARK PLUG AND KEEP WIRE AWAY FROM THE PLUG TO PREVENT INJURY FROM ACCI-
DENTAL STARTING, BE CAREFUL TO AVOID TOUCHING HOT ENGINE OR MUFFLER COMPONENTS.
Change Engine Oil
Check Brake Operation
Check Tire Pressure
Clean Air Screen
Clean Air Cleaner
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Lubricate Pivot Points (see page 24)
Check Battery Level and Recharge
Clean Battery and Terminals
camuretor Adjustment
Clean Engine Cooling Fins .....
Check Muffler
Replace Air Cleaner Paper Cartridge
Replace Spark Plug
Replace Fuel Filter
Adjust Valves
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