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29
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
Adjustments
WARNING
Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running, except
where specified in the operator’s manual.
Leveling the Deck
NOTE: Check the tractor’s tire pressure before performing any deck leveling
adjustments. Refer to Tires, in this Service And Maintenance section for more
information regarding tire pressure.
Front To Rear
It is possible to adjust the pitch of the cutting deck. The front of the deck should be
between 0” (level) and ¼” lower than the rear of the deck. Adjust if necessary as
follows:
1. With the tractor parked on a firm, level surface, place the lever for lifting the
cutting deck into the middle position (3) and rotate the blade so that it is
aligned with the front and rear of the tractor.
2. Measure the distance from the front of the blade tip to the ground and the
rear of the blade tip to the ground. The first measurement taken should be
between 0” (level) and ¼” less than the second measurement. Determine
the approximate distance necessary for proper adjustment and proceed, if
necessary, to the next step.
3. Locate the flange lock nut on the front end of the PTO Lift Rod. See Figure 41.
• Tighten the flange lock nut to raise the front of the deck;
• Loosen the flange lock nut to lower the front of the deck.
Figure 41
Seat Adjustment
Refer to the Assembly section of this manual for seat adjustment instructions.
Parking Brake Adjustment
WARNING
Never attempt to adjust the brakes while the engine is running. Always
disengage PTO (Blade Engage Lever), move shift lever into neutral position,
stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting.
If the tractor does not come to a complete stop when the clutch-brake pedal is
completely depressed, or if the tractor’s rear wheels can roll with the parking brake
applied, the brake is in need of adjustment. Contact the nearest Parts & Repair
Service Center to have your brakes serviced.
To locate the nearest Parts & Repair Service Center or to schedule service,
contact 1-888-331-4569.
Changing the Transmission Drive Belt
NOTE: Several components must be removed and special tools (i.e. air/impact
wrench) in order to change the tractor’s drive belt. Contact the nearest Parts &
Repair Service Center to have your transmission drive belt serviced.
To locate the nearest Parts & Repair Service Center or to schedule service, call
1-888-331-4569.
Muffler
WARNING
Temperature of muffler and nearby engine areas may exceed 150˚ F (65˚C).
Avoid contact with these areas.
• Inspect muffler periodically, and replace if necessary. Replacement parts
for the muffler must be the same and installed in the same position as the
original parts.
Clean Engine
• Daily or before every use, clean grass, chaff or accumulated debris from
engine. Keep linkage, spring, and controls clean.
• Keep area around and behind muffler free of any combustible debris.
• Keeping engine clean allows air movement around engine.
• Engine parts should be kept clean to reduce the risk of overheating and
ignition of accumulated debris.
CAUTION
Do not use water to clean engine parts. Water could contaminate fuel
system. Use a brush or dry cloth.
Carburetor Adjustment
• The carburetor on this engine is not adjustable.
Battery
California Proposition 65 WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related
accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
CAUTION
If removing the battery, disconnect the NEGATIVE (Black) wire from its
terminal first, followed by the POSITIVE (Red) wire. When re-installing
the battery, always connect the POSITIVE (Red) wire to its terminal first,
followed by the NEGATIVE (Black) wire.
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