8.Tighten the hex bolt which secures the pintle arm extension to the pintle arm.
9.Release the
Check the wheels for movement. They should not rotate in either direction. If they do, readjust until the wheels do not move (steps 4, 7 and 8). Then adjust the posi- tion of the hydrostatic control lever as follows.
10.Depress the
11.Shut off the engine.
12.Depress the
13.Place the hydrostatic control lever in neutral (N).
14.Tighten the bolt and nut on the bracket on the hydrostatic control lever.
15.Replace the transmission panel and parking brake knob.
16.Remove the blocks from under the frame, and test the operation of the lawn tractor.
DECKLEVELINGADJUSTMENT
If an uneven cut is obtained, the deck may be leveled by following instructions in Assembly section.
BRAKEADJUSTMENT(See figure 15)
The brake is located by the right rear wheel inside the frame. During normal operation of this machine, the brakes are subject to wear and will require periodic ex- amination and adjustment.
AWARNING: Do not adjust the brake while the engine is running. Be sure to block the wheels of the tractor before making the brake adjustment.
To adjust the brake, remove the cotter pin. Adjust the castle nut so the brake starts to engage when the brake lever is 1/4" to 5/16" away from the axle housing.
NOTE: Figure 15 is shown with the unit tipped up on rear wheels for clarity only.
CARBURETORADJUSTMENTS
AWARNING: If any adjustments are made to the engine while the engine is running (e.g. carburetor), disengage all clutches and blades. Keep clear of all moving parts. Be careful of heated surfaces and muffler.
Minor carburetor adjustments may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude and load. Refer to separate engine manual for carburetor adjustment information.
NOTE: A dirty air cleaner will cause an engine to runrough. Be certain air cleaner is clean and attached to
the carburetor before adjusting carburetor.
LUBRICA TION
WARNING: Always stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire before clean- ing, lubricating or doing any kind of work on lawn tractor.
STEERINGGEARS
Lubricate teeth of steering gears with automotive multi- purpose grease after every 25 hours of operation or once a season. See figure 16.
STEERINGSHAFT
Lubricate steering shaft at least once a season with lightoil.
FIGURE 16.
TRANSAXLE
The transaxle is lubricated and sealed at the factory and does not require checking. If disassembled for any reason, lubricate with 16 oz. of grease, part number
LINKAGE
Once a season lubricate all the pivot points on the clutch, brake and lift linkage with SAE 30 engine oil.
WHEELS
The front wheels are provided with grease fittings. The rear wheels must be removed from the axle for lubrica- tion. Lubricate at least once a season with automotive
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