BRAKEADJUSTMENT (See figure 13)
The brake is located by the right rear wheel ir side the frame. The brake has been set at the factoly to the proper clearance. During normal operation of this machine, the brakes are subject to wear and will require periodic examination and adjustment.
running when you adjust the brake..
WARNING: Do not have the engine
To adjust the brake, adjust the nut so the brat:e starts to engage when the brake lever is 1/4" to 5/1 3" away from the axle housing.
Lever
LUBRICATION
&WARNING: Always stop engine and dis- connect spark plug wire before cleaning,
lubricating or doing any kind of work on lawn tractor.
STEERING GEARS
Lubricate teeth of steering gears with automotive
STEERINGSHAFT
Lubricate steering shaft at least once a season with light oil.
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FIGURE 13.
CARBURETORADJUSTMENTS
WARNING: If any adjustments are rmde to the engine while the engine is running
(e.g. carburetor), disengage all c utches and blades. Keep clear of all tnoving parts. Be careful of heated surfacss and muffler.
Minor carburetor adjustments may be reqL ired to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude and load. Refer to separate engine "nanual for carburetor adjustment information.
NOTE: A dirty air cleaner will cause an engine: to run rough. Be certain air cleaner is clean and atta _hed to the carburetor before adjusting carburetor.
FIGURE 14.
HYDROSTATICTRANSMISSION
The hydrostatic transmission is filled at the factory and does not require checking. If repairs are needed, con- tact your local service dealer. (Hydrostatic transmis- sion contains approximately 2.5 quarts of SAE 20W50 oil.)
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
PIVOT POINTS
Lubricate all pivot points with light oil at least once a season.
BALLJOINTS
The ball joints and drag link ends are permanently lubricated.
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