Regular Maintenance
Safety Interlock System Check | Battery Maintenance |
Check the function of the safety interlock system using the test procedure in Operating the Tractor. If the tractor fails any of the tests, see your dealer.
Blade Brake Check
Mower blades and mower drive belt should come to a complete stop within five seconds after the electric PTO switch is turned off.
1.With tractor in neutral, PTO disengaged and operator in seat, start the engine.
2.Look over the
Cleaning the Battery and Cables
WARNING
When removing or installing battery cables, disconnect the negative cable FIRST and reconnect it LAST. If not done in this order, the positive terminal can be shorted to the frame by a tool.
1.Disconnect the cables from the battery, negative cables first (A, Figure 9) then the cover & positive cables (B).
2.Loosen the wingnut & washer (D).
3.Pivot the
3. If mower drive belt does not stop within five seconds, | 4. | Remove the battery (E). |
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| 5. | Clean the battery compartment with a solution of | |
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Engine Maintenance | Reproduction C | ||||
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| 6. | Clean the battery termi | als and cable ends with a wire | |
Refer to the engine owner’s manual for all engine |
| b ush and battery termi | al cleaner until shiny. | ||
maintenance procedures and recommendations. | 7. | Reinstall the battery (E) in the battery compartment. | |||
Check / Clean Oil Cooler |
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| wingnut & washer (D). |
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The engine oil cooler is located on the side | f the engine |
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(A, Figure 8) and should be cleaned with | mpressed air | 9. | Coat the cable ends and battery terminals with | ||
at regular intervals or if dirty. |
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Figure 8. Clean Oil Cooler |
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| Figure 9. Battery Maintenance | ||
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