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24
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
Adjustments
WARNING
Never attempt to make any adjustments while the
engine is running, except where specified in the
Operator’s Manual.
SEAT
Refer to the Assembly section of this manual for seat
adjustment instructions.
PARKING BRAKE
WARNING
Never attempt to adjust the brakes while the engine is
running. Always disengage PTO, move shift lever into
neutral position, stop engine, and remove key to prevent
unintended starting.
If the riding mower does not come to a complete stop when the
brake pedal is completely depressed or if the riding mower’s
rear wheels can roll with the parking brake applied, the brake is
in need of adjustment. See an authorized service dealer to have
your brakes properly adjusted.
DECK
NOTE: Check the riding mower’s tire pressure before performing
any deck leveling adjustments. Refer to Tire Pressure, in the
Assembly section for more information regarding tire pressure.
Front-to-Rear Leveling
It is possible to adjust the pitch of the cutting deck. The front of
the deck should be between 0” (level) and 1/4” (6 mm) lower
than the rear of the deck. Adjust if necessary as follows:
1. With the riding mower parked on a firm, level surface,
place the deck lift lever in the middle position and rotate
the blade so that it is aligned with the front and rear of the
riding mower.
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 1/4”
(6 mm) 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 (a) on the front end of the PTO lift
rod (b). See Figure 29.
(a)
(b)
Figure 29
• Tighten the flange lock nut (a) to raise the front of the deck.
• Loosen the flange lock nut (a) to lower the front of the deck.
TIRES
Refer to Tire Pressure, in the Assembly section for more
information regarding tire pressure.
Off Season Storage
WARNING
Never store riding mower with fuel in tank indoors or in
poorly ventilated areas where fuel fumes may reach an
open flame, spark, or pilot light as on a furnace, water
heater, clothes dryer, or gas appliance.
ENGINE
IMPORTANT! Fuel left in the fuel tank during warm weather
deteriorates and will cause serious starting problems.
To prevent gum deposits from forming inside the engine’s
carburetor and causing possible malfunction of the engine, the
fuel system must be either completely emptied or the gasoline
must be treated with a stabilizer to prevent deterioration.
1. If using a fuel stabilizer:
• Read the product manufacturer’s instructions
and recommendations.
• Add to clean, fresh gasoline the correct amount of
stabilizer for the capacity of the fuel system.
• Fill the fuel tank with treated fuel and run the engine for
2-3 minutes to get stabilized fuel into the carburetor.
2. If emptying the fuel system:
WARNING
Gasoline is extremely flammable and can be explosive
under certain conditions. Drain gasoline before storing the
equipment for extended periods. Drain fuel only into an
approved container outdoors, away from an open flame.
Allow engine to cool at least five (5) minutes. Extinguish
cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition prior
to draining fuel. Store gasoline in an approved container
in a safe location.
• Do not drain fuel when the engine is hot. Allow the
engine adequate time to cool. Drain fuel into an approved
container outdoors, away from open flame.
• Drain any large volume of fuel from the tank by
disconnecting the fuel line from the in-line fuel filter near
the engine. See the complete instructions for Draining the
Fuel in this section.
• Reconnect the fuel line and run the engine until it starts
to falter, then use the choke to keep the engine running
until all fuel in the carburetor has been exhausted.
• Disconnect the fuel line and drain any remaining gasoline
from the system.
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