Thread Locking Adhesives; Copper-Based Anti-Seize; Dielectric Grease; Check V-Belts - Encore EC52FX730V3 Operator's Manual

The following procedures should be performed
with the vehicle drive wheels off the ground,
then repeated under normal operating
conditions.
WARNING
POTENTIAL FOR SERIOUS INJURY
Certain procedures required the vehicle
engine to be operated and the vehicle to be
raised off of the ground. To prevent
possible injury to the servicing technician
and/or bystanders, insure the vehicle is
properly secured.
1. With the bypass valve open, (see Drive
Wheel Release in the Operation section)
and the engine running, slowly move the
directional control in both forward and
reverse directions (5 to 6 times). As air is
purged from the unit, the oil level in the
reservoir will drop.
2. With the bypass valve closed and the
engine running, slowly move the directional
control in both forward and reverse
directions (5 to 6 times). Check the oil level,
and add oil as required after stopping
engine.
3. It may be necessary to repeat steps 1 and 2
until all the air is completely purged from the
system. When the drive wheels rotate
forward and reverse at normal speed and
the reservoir oil remains at a constant level,
purging is complete.

THREAD LOCKING ADHESIVES

Thread locking adhesives such as "Loctite 242"
or "Fel-Pro, Pro-lock nut type" are used on the
following fasteners:
1. Clutch retaining bolt in end of engine
crankshaft.

COPPER-BASED ANTI-SEIZE

Copper-based anti-seize can be used in the
following locations:
1. On threads of Blade Bolts. See Check
Mower Blades section.
2. Between engine crankshaft, pump drive
sheave, and clutch.

DIELECTRIC GREASE

Dielectric grease can be used on all blade
type electrical connections to prevent
corrosion and loss of contact.

CHECK V-BELTS

Service Interval: Every 100 Hours
Deck Belt Removal:
1. Stop engine
2. Lower deck to lowest position
3. Remove belt shields
4. Place ratchet strap hook in notch on deck
idler arm (Loc A in Figure) and in hole in the
RH lower strap (Loc B in Figure)
5. Tighten ratchet strap to rotate idler arm and
relieve belt tension.
6. Remove deck belt
Deck Belt Installation
1. Perform steps 1-5 of Deck Belt Removal
2. Route belt onto deck sheaves and idlers.
Refer to routing decal located on cutting
deck
3. Roll belt onto clutch sheave
4. Loosen ratchet strap to return idler tension
to belt
5. Verify belt is routed properly and is seated
in all sheaves and idlers
6. Remove ratchet strap
7. Replace belt shields
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