Maintenance; Troubleshooting - MTD TMO-3410002 Operating Manual

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MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Disconnect the spar_( plug
wire and ground against the € ngine
before performing any adjustu_ents,
repairs or maintenance.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
Refer to the chart on page 16 for trouble s looting
engine problems.
HYDROSTATICTRANSMISSION COOLING
The hydrostatic transmission is cooled by the oil, fan
and fins. If the hydrostatic transmission ru'ls hot,
check to see if the fan is in operating conditior, the oil
level is correct and the fins are clean.
NOTE: DO NOT use high pressure water : pray or
steam to clean the hydrostatic transmission.
ENGINE
Refer to the separate engine manual for engine
maintenance instructions.
Service air cleaner every 10 hours under norr ial con-
ditions. Clean every few hours under extreme y dusty
conditions. To service the air cleaner, refer to he sep-
arate engine manual packed with your unit.
The spark plugs should be cleaned andhe gap
reset once a season. Spark plug replacemen: is rec-
ommended at the start of each mowing seasom_;check
engine manual for correct plug type and gap specifi-
cations.
Maintain engine oil as instructed in the s.=parate
engine manual packed with your unit. Read ar d follow
instructions carefully.
FUEL FILTER
Your unit is equipped with a replaceable in-ine fuel
filter. Replace filter whenever contamimLtion or
discoloration is noticed. Order replacem_ nt filter
through your authorized engine service dealer
CLEANING ENGINE AND DECK
Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should _ e wiped
off promptly. Grass, leaves, and other dirt mu: ;t not be
left to accumulate around the cooling fin ; of the
engine or on any part of the machine.
Clean the underside of the deck after each m{ wing.
WHEEL ADJUSTMENT
The caster (forward slant of the king pin) and the
camber (tilt of the wheels out at the top) re luire no
adjustment. Automotive steering principles h_ ve been
used to determine the caster and camber on the trac-
tor. The front wheels should toe-in 1/8 inch.
To adjust the toe-in, follow these steps.
1. Remove the hex nut and lock washer, and drop
the end of the tie rod from the axle bracket. See
figure 16.
2. Loosen the hex jam nut on tie rod.
3. Adjust the tie rod assembly for correct toe-in.
Hex Jam
Nut _ !
\ _ \_"_ " "_i Wheel _
i_i_racket
Tie T '_
R°d" Ti_ERud_T_ HexNut /
FIGURE 16.
Dimension "B" should be approximately 1/8" less than
Dimension "A." See figure 17. To increase Dimension
"B," screw tie rod into tie rod end. To decrease
Dimension "B," unscrew tie rod from tie rod end.
Reassemble tie rod. Check dimensions. Readjust if
necessary.
41
A
Front
B
-t
-I
(1/8" Less Than A)
FIGURE 17.
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CUTTING BLADES
A. Removal for Sharpening or Replacement
,_ WARNING: Be sure to disconnect and
ground the spark plug wire and remove
ignition key before working on the cutting
blade to prevent accidental engine start-
ing. Protect hands by using heavy gloves
or a rag to grasp the cutting blades.