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Lubricating the transmission couplers
1. Lubricate the transmission couplers located in the back
of the machine (Fig. 32).
Figure 33
Greasing the PTO Drive Belt Idler
1. Stop the engine, chock or block tires, remove the key
and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) from the spark
plug(s).
2. Grease the idler pulley pivot for the deck (Fig. 34).
Figure 34
Cleaning the Cooling System
Before each use, check and clean engine cooling system.
Remove any build–up of grass, dirt or other debris from
the cylinder and cylinder head cooling fins, air intake
screen on flywheel end, and carburetor–governor levers
and linkage. This will help insure adequate cooling and
correct engine speed and will reduce the possibility of
overheating and mechanical damage to the engine.
Checking Tire Pressure
Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires as
specified. Check the pressure at the valve stem after every
40 operating hours or monthly, whichever occurs first
(Fig. 35). Check the tires when they are cold to get the
most accurate pressure reading.
Rear Tire Pressure: 12–14 psi (83–97 kPa)
Caster Tire Pressure: 20–24 psi (138–165 kPa)
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Servicing the Brake
Service Interval and Specification
Before each use, check brakes for proper operation.
Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine
or leave it unattended. If the parking brake does not hold
securely, an adjustment is required.
Checking the Brake
1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the
power take off (PTO), set the parking brake, and turn
the ignition key to off. Remove the key.
2. Set the parking brake (Fig. 36).
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Figure 35
2. Caster tire
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