Check Spark Arrester (If Equipped); Thread Locking Adhesives; Adjustments; Auxiliary Pump Drive Belt Adjustment - Lawn Solutions TA3016KAF1 Operator's Manual

system. When the transaxle operates at
normal noise levels and moves smoothly
forward and reverse at normal speeds, then
the transaxle is considered purged.
Note: Do Not change the hydraulic system oil
(except for what can be drained when changing
filter), unless it is felt the oil has been
contaminated or been extremely hot.
Changing oil unnecessarily could damage hydraulic
system by introducing contaminants into the
system.
Check Spark Arrester
(if equipped)
Service Interval: Every 50 hours
WARNING
Hot exhaust system components may ignite
gasoline vapors even after the engine is
stopped. Hot particles exhausted during
engine operation may ignite flammable
materials. Fire may result in personal injury or
property damage.
Do Not refuel or run engine unless spark
arrester is installed.
1. Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop,
and remove key. Engage parking brake.
2. Wait for muffler to cool.
3. If any breaks in the screen or welds are
observed, replace arrester.
4. If plugging of the screen is observed, remove
arrester and shake loose particles out of the
arrester and clean screen with a wire brush
(soak in solvent if necessary). Reinstall arrester
on exhaust outlet.

Thread Locking Adhesives

Thread locking adhesives such as "Loctite 242" or
"Fel-Pro, Pro-Lock Nut Type" are used on the
following fasteners:
Sheave retaining bolt in the end of engine
crankshaft.

Adjustments

Note: Shut off engine, wait for all moving parts
to stop, engage parking brake, and remove key
before servicing, cleaning, or making any
adjustments to the unit.
CAUTION
Raising the unit for service or maintenance
relying solely on mechanical or hydraulic jacks
could be dangerous. The mechanical or
hydraulic jacks may not be enough support or
may malfunction allowing the unit to fall,
which could cause injury.
Do Not rely solely on mechanical or hydraulic
jacks for support. Use adequate jack stands or
equivalent support.
Auxiliary Pump Drive Belt
Adjustment
1. Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop,
and remove key. Engage parking brake.
2. To tighten belt, loosen the 3/8 inch nyloc nut
on auxiliary pump belt idler pulley. Slide bolt
inward in slot and retighten nyloc nut.
3. When properly adjusted, the belt should have
1/2 inch (1.3 cm) of deflection with three
pounds of pressure on the belt midway
between the auxiliary pump and engine pulley.

Drive Belt Tension Adjustment

Self-tensioning - No adjustment necessary.
Jackshaft Drive Chain Tension
Adjustment
1. Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop,
and remove key. Engage parking brake.
2. Lift the rear of the unit and support using jack
stands or equivalent support.
3. Check the chains on both sides of the unit for
proper tension. The chains should be able to
move up and down 1/2-3/4 inch (12-19 mm).
4. Loosen the hydro mounting bolts and slide to
adjust the tension.
5. Tighten hydro mounting bolts.
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