Walker MT, MTL, MTEFI, MTLEFI Owner's Manual page 31

Assembly Instructions
CHECK ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM - Model
MTL
Check the radiator air intake screen to make
sure the screen is clean and free of obstruction.
Also, the radiator cooling fins should be inspect-
ed and cleaned if there is any buildup of dirt or
debris. (Remove the intake screen assembly to
inspect and clean.)
Check the coolant levels in the radiator and over-
flow tank. If additional coolant is needed, refer to
CHECKING/SERVICING the Engine Cooling
System in Maintenance Instructions .
DO NOT remove the radiator pressure cap
when engine is hot.
CHECK GEAR AXLE OIL LEVEL
Refer to Gear Axle Lubrication in Maintenance In-
structions.
INSPECT FOUR (4) DRIVE BELTS
Engine PTO Drive, Jackshaft Drive, Hydrostatic
Ground Drive, and GHS Blower Drive (if equipped).
CHECK HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION OIL
LEVEL
Refer to LUBRICATION for Checking Hydrostatic
Transmission Fluid Level in Maintenance Instruc-
tions.
CHECK BATTERY ELECTROLYTE LEVEL
Refer to CHECKING/SERVICING the Battery in
Maintenance Instructions.
CHECK FUNCTIONS OF INSTRUMENT PANEL
AND WARNING HORN
Turn the ignition key to the RUN position. Voltmeter,
Oil Pressure Light, and Warning Horn should all op-
erate, indicating normal function.
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
Deck Caster Wheel = 20 PSI (137 kPa)
Drive = 15 PSI (103 kPa)
Rear = 20 PSI (137 kPa)
WARNING
CHECK AND CLEAN GRASS BUILDUP UN-
DERNEATH MOWER DECK (and inside GHS
blower, if equipped)
Refer to CLEANING the GHS Blower in Mainte-
nance Instructions for blower cleaning information.
DANGER
Never operate cutter blades with deck in
raised position because it is hazardous.
The tilt-up deck can be secured in the raised position
by unlocking the deck lock levers on each side of the
carrier frame and inserting the deck hook into the tilt-
up latch on the tractor body. Before operating the
tractor, make sure to re-engage the deck lock levers
after lowering the deck to the normal operating po-
sition.
Tilt-Up Latch
Tilt-Up Hook
on Deck
Deck Secured in TILT-UP Position
CAUTION
Do not operate machine with deck tilt-up
pivot joint unlocked.
DANGER
Do not operate the mower with deck in tilt-
up position. Do not move the tractor with
the deck in the tilt-up position.
Tilt-Up Latch
Deck Lock Lever
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