Model and Serial Number Location
The model and serial number plate location is under
the seat (Figure 3).
Figure 3
Greasing and Lubrication
The machine should be greased every 50 hours or
yearly, whichever occurs first. You should grease more
frequently when operating conditions are extremely
dusty or sandy.
Grease Type: General-purpose grease.
There are 5 grease fittings located in the front axle
area:
1.
One located on the inside of each wheel hub (2
total).
2.
One located on each end of the front axle for the
spindles (2 total).
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3.
One located on the front axle pivot area (1 total)
(Figure 4).
4.
NOTE: On 2004 models, there is a grease zerk
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located on the forward/reverse pedal.
Front Wheel Toe-in
If there is uneven tire wear, lawn scuffing, or hard
steering, toe-in may need to be adjusted. The front
toe-in measurement should be 1/8" to ¼" (3 to 6mm).
This should be checked every 100 hours or once a
year, whichever occurs first.
MEASUREMENT:
1.
Disengage the PTO, set the parking brake, and
turn the ignition key to OFF to stop the engine.
Remove the key.
CHASSIS
Figure 4
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