CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
•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 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual).
V- BELTS
Check
TRANSAXLE COOLING
Keep transaxle free from
ENGINE
LUBRICATION
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. Refer to engine manual.
AIR FILTER
Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged by using a dirty air filter. Remove cartridge every 25 hours and tap gently to clean. Replace paper cartridge once a year or after every 100 hours of operation, more often if used in very dusty, dirty conditions.
•Remove knobs and cover.
•Remove cartridge nut and clean or replace cartridge.
•Reassemble and tighten securely.
NOTE: Do not attempt to oil the paper cartridge. See engine manual.
CLEAN AIR SCREEN
Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. See engine manual.
ENGINE COOLING FINS
Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating. See engine manual.
MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.
SPARK PLUGS
Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in your engine manual.
IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 17)
Fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, re- placement is required.
•With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections.
•Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line.
•Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned.
•Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.
FUEL FILTER |
CLAMP |
FIG. 17
CLEANING
•Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter.
•Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc.
•Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.
We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your unit unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in a shortened engine life.
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