MAINTENANCE
6 STAR PATTERN BLADE (See Fig. 26)
The center of this blade has a 6 star pattern. The bolt attach- ing this blade has Left Hand threads that loosens by turning (
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BLADE 
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Fig. 26
BLADE REMOVAL
•Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades.
•Remove blade bolt, lock washer and flat washer secur- ing blade.
•Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown.
IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star on mandrel assembly.
•Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown.
•Tighten blade bolt securely
IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED
BATTERY
Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use. However, 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
NOTE:Theoriginalequipmentbatteryonyourtractorismain- tenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or cov- ers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary.
TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS
Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to “leak” power.
•Remove battery cover.
•Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat- tery 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 petroleum jelly.
•Reinstall battery (See “REPLACING BATTERY" in the SERVICEANDADJUSTMENTSsectionofthismanual).
TRANSAXLE MAINTENANCE
The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean to assure proper cooling.
Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is running or while the transmission is hot. To prevent pos- sible damage to seals, do not use high pressure water or steam to clean transmission.
•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 com- pressed air or high pressure sprayer to clean cooling fins.
TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID
The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid mainte- nance is not required for the life of the transaxle. Should the transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your nearest authorized service center/department.
V-BELTS
Check
ENGINE
LUBRICATION
Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification
SAE VISCOSITY GRADES
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TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE
Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year.
Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight (8) hours of operation.
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