TO ADJUST BRAKE
Your riding mower is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle. If riding mower requires more than (4) feet stop- ping distance in highest gear on a lever dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be adjusted.
1.Park riding mower on a level surface.
2.Release brake/parking pedal.
3.Measure distance between rotor and brake pad if distance between rotor and brake pad is more than .02" gap brake needs to be adjusted.
4.Tighten caliper nut until .02" gap is reached.
Rotor
Brake
Pad
Nut
NOTE: Feeler gauge may be necessary to get correct measurement.
TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT
If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, move steering wheel and reassemble per instructions in the "INSTALL STEERING COLUMN"section of this manual.
TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS
FRONT WHEEL
1.Block up front axle securely.
2.Remove dust cover, retaining ring, and washer to allow wheel removal.
3.Repair tire and reassemble.
4.Replace washer and retaining ring securely in axle groove.
REAR WHEEL
1.Block up Rear axle securely.
2.Remove dust cover, retaining ring, wash- er, and square key while pulling tire off.
3.Repair tire and reassemble.
4.Replace square key while putting tire back on, then replace washer and retaining ring securely in axle groove ,when pushing tire back onto shaft reach under and pull chain sprocket toward you to ease tire replacement.
NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, purchase and use tire sealant. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.
Washer
Retaining
Ring
Dust | Square Key | |
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Cover | ||
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TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY
CAUTION:
If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged. (See "BATTERY" in the Maintenance section of this manual).
NOTE: This unit is equipped with an engine recoil starting system that can be used if the battery is too weak to start. See “RECOIL STARTING SYSTEM” in operation section of this manual.
REPLACING BATTERY
WARNING: Do not short battery termi- nals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc.
Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding.
4.Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS”sectionofthismanual.
5.Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. For accurate reading, tighten dipstick cap securely onto the tube before removing dipstick. Keep oil at “FULL” line on dipstick. Tighten cap onto the tube securely when finished.
AIR FILTER
Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Replace the air filter every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.
1.Remove cover knob and cover.
2.Carefully remove cartridge.
3.Clean base carefully to prevent debris from falling into carburetor.
4.Clean by gently tapping on a flat sur- face.
5.Reinstall cartridge, cover and secure with cover knob.
Cover Knob
Cover
Air Filter
NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge.
IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such as kerosene, are not to be used to clean the cartridge. They may cause deterioration of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do not use pressurized air to clean cartridge.
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.
CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS
To ensure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and other exter- nal surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times.
Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and other cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins and external surfaces as necessary. Make sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled. NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds removed will cause engine damage due to overheating.
MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.
SPARK PLUG(S)
Replace spark plug(s) 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 “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual.
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 or pressure washer to clean your riding mower unless the engine and transmission are covered to keep water out. Water in en- gine or transmission will shorten the useful life of your riding mower. Use compressed air or a leaf blower to remove grass, leaves and trash from riding mower and mower.
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