Yourtractorhas a batterychargingsystem whichis sufficientfor normaluse. How-
ever, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life.
•Keep battery and terminals clean.
•Keep battery bolts tight.
•Keep small vent holes open.
•Recharge at
ENGINE
LUBRICATION
Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF, SG or
SH. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade
according to your expected operating temperature.
@AE VISCOSITY GRADES
TO CLEAN BATI'ERY AND TERMINALS
Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to "leak" power.
•Open battery box door.
•Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and remove battery from tractor.
•Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.
•Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright.
•Coat terminals with grease or petro- leum jelly.
Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING
ADJUSTMENTS section of this
manual).
V-BELTS
Check V-belts for deterioration and wear
after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear.
TRANSAXLE COOUNG
The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean to assure proper cooling.
Do not attempt to clean fan or transmis-
sion while engine is running or while the transmission is hot.
•Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and clean.
•Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clippings and other materials. To prevent damage to seals, do not use compressed air or high pressure
sprayer to clean cooling fins.
TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID
The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid maintenance is not required for the life of the transaxle. Should the
transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your nearest authorized service center/department.
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
Determine temperature range expected
before oil change. All oil must meet API service classification SF, SG or SH.
•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.
•Remove drain plug.
•After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug and tighten securely.
•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.
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