Table of Contents
Advertisement
2. Lubricate the idler bracket pivots located in the back of
the machine (Fig. 29).
Figure 30
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. 31).
Figure 31
Cleaning the Cooling System
Service Interval/Specification
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
Service Interval/Specification
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. 32). 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)
m–5389
1. Rear Tire
Fuel Tank Service
In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely
flammable and highly explosive. A fire or
explosion from gasoline can burn you and others
and can damage property.
Drain gasoline from the fuel tank when the
engine is cold. Do this outdoors in an open area.
m–5196
Wipe up any gasoline that spills.
Never smoke when draining gasoline, and stay
away from an open flame or where a spark may
ignite the gasoline fumes.
Draining The Fuel Tank
1. Park the machine on a level surface, to assure fuel tank
drains completely. Then disengage the power take off
(PTO) and turn the ignition key to "OFF" to stop the
engine. Remove the key.
2. Close fuel shut–off valve (Fig. 33).
Note: Remove fuel line from fuel valve that is closest to
the engine.
28
1
2
Figure 32
2. Caster tire
Danger
m–2147
Hide quick links:
Advertisement
Table of Contents
