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b) Visually inspect machine for any loose hardware or any
other possible problem. Tighten hardware or correct the
problem before operating.
5.1.6 Check Brake and Wheel Drive Linkage Adjustment
Service Interval:
Refer to Section 3.11. Note any bent linkage or hardware
which may need servicing or replacing.
5.1.7 Service pre-cleaner element and air cleaner.
Service Interval:
5.1.8 Change engine oil.
Service Interval:
NOTE: Change oil after first five (5) hours of operation.
Follow engine manufacturers recommendations for future oil
changes.
a) Disengage blade clutch.
b) Stop engine and remove spark plug wire(s).
c) Drain oil while engine is warm from operation.
d) Remove the oil drain plug from the right hand side of
the engine. Allow oil to drain, then replace drain plug.
e) Replace the oil filter as per Engine Owner's Manual.
Clean around oil filter and unscrew filter to remove.
Before reinstalling new filter, apply a thin coating of
oil on the surface of the rubber seal. Turn filter
clockwise until rubber seal contacts the filter adapter
then tighten filter an additional 2/3 to 3/4 turn.
f) Clean around oil fill cap and remove cap. Fill to the
specified capacity and replace cap. Use oil as specified
in Engine Owners Manual. Do not overfill.
g) Start the engine and check for leaks. Stop engine and
recheck oil levels.
5.1.9 Check grease level, input and output shaft bearing wear on
Peerless Transmission. (Replace gearbox grease yearly)
Service Interval:
a) Stop engine and remove spark plug wire(s).
b) Place drive levers and neutral lock/park brake latches in
the neutral lock position.
c) Remove shifter lever from top of transmission.
d) Remove shifter plate from top of transmission and the two
leads from the neutral start switch.
e) Release the tension on the transmission belt.
f) Check for side play caused by bearing wear on the input
and out put shafts of the transmission.
if necessary.
g) Remove the six bolts that fasten the upper case to the
lower case and carefully remove the upper case half.
h) Check the grease level in the lower case.
level should be approximately 1-1/2" to 1-3/4" from the
gearbox bottom.
Peerless grease (Part No. 788067)
Daily
See Engine Owner's Manual
See Engine Owner's Manual
160 hrs.
If necessary, fill to proper level with
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Replace bearings
The grease