MTD 138-320-000 Owner's Manual page 16

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C.) Reassemble tie rod. Check dimensions. Readjust
if necessary.
FIGURE 18. TOE-IN DIAGRAM
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
Ac WARNING J
If any adjustments are made to th e
engine while the engine is running
(e.g. carburetor), disengage a I
clutches and blades. Keep clear cf
all moving parts. Be careful cf
heated surfaces and muffler.
Minor carburetor adjustment may be required to
compensate for differences in fuel, temperature,
altitude and load.
To adjust the carburetor, ref
dr
to the
separate engine manual packed with your unit.
NOTE
A dirty air cleaner will cause ai
engine to run rough. Be certain a r
cleaner is clean and attached to tha
carburetor before adjusting carbureto '.
Refer to the separate engine manual.
BRAKE ADJUSTMENT (See figure 19)
The brake is located by the left rear wheel inside the
frame. During normaLoperation of this macf ine, the
brake is subject to wear and will require periodic
examination and adjustment.
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t
WARNING
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Do not have the engine running when
you adjust the brake.
To adjust the brake, remove the cotter pin. Adjust the
castle nut so the brake starts to engage when t ie brake
lever is
'A"
to 5/16" away from the axle housing.
■^NOTE
Figure 19 is shown with the unit tipped
up on rear wheels for clarity only.
FIGURE 19.
LUBRICATION
A
Always stop engine and disconnect
spark plug wire before cleaning,
lubricating or doing any kind of
work on lawn tractor.
STEERING GEARS
Lubricate teeth of steering gears with automotive multi¬
purpose grease after every 25 hours of operation or
once a season.
STEERING SHAFT
Lubricate steering shaft at least once a season with light
oil.
TRANSAXLE
The transaxle is lubricated and sealed at the factory
and does not require checking. If disassembled for any
reason, lubricate with 10 oz. of grease, part number
737-0148.
FRONT WHEELS
The front wheels are provided with grease fittings.
Lubricate at least once a season with automotive multi¬
purpose grease.
PIVOT POINTS
Lubricate all pivot points with light oil at least once a
season.
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