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Section 3 - MAINTENANCE
3.3.4. TRACTOR LUBRICATION
(Continued From Previous Page)
7. Steering Tie Rod
Lubricate both ends of steering tie rod with a small
amount of 30 wt. motor oil from an oil can. See
Figure 3.9.
FIGURE 3.9
8. Blade Engagement Mechanism
Using 30 wt. motor oil, lubricate the blade
engagement mechanism pivot points, which are
located on the R.H. underside of tractor. See Figure
3.10.
FIGURE 3.10
9. Park Brake Lever
Using 30 wt. motor oil, lubricate the park brake lever
mechanism pivot points, which are located on the left
hand underside of tractor. See Figure 3.11.
mechanism with a thin coat of 30 wt. motor oil.
FIGURE 3.11
10. Deck Lift Mechanism
Lubricate all wear and pivot points of the deck lift
3.4 ANNUALLY (END OF EACH SEASON)
Perform all maintenance as described in Section,
“SERVICE - EVERY 25 OPERATING HOURS”. Also
see service schedule.
3.4.1. ENGINE
1. Service engine according to engine owner's
manual.
3.4.2. FUEL FILTER
1. Service fuel filter as instructed below, on COLD
ENGINE ONLY!
NOTE: It m ay be necessary to drain the fuel tank bef ore
removing fuel filter to prevent spillage of gasoline.
2. Locate fuel filter. Remove hose clam ps and fuel
hoses from both sides of fuel filter. See Figure 3.12.
FIGURE 3.12
LUBRICATE
BOTH ENDS
OF TIE ROD
LUBRICATE
COMPONENTS ON
UNDERSIDE OF
TRACTOR
BLADE
ENGAGEMENT
LEVER
LUBRICATE COMPONENTS ON
UNDERSIDE OF TRACTOR
PARK BRAKE
LEVER
FUEL TANK
FUEL FILTER
REMOVE
HOSE CLAMPS