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4.
Refill the engine with new oil as instructed in
the engine operator’s manual. See Figure 4-3
for engine fill/dipstick location.
Engine
Fill/Dipstick
Figure 4-3
Lubrication
Use a grease-gun filled with No. 2 Multipurpose
Lithium Base Grease for the eight zerk fittings (four
on each side) on the A-Arms. See Figure 4-4.
Figure 4-4
Transaxle
WARNING
The fluid for your transaxle has been specially formulated
to ensure the safe and proper operation of your vehicle.
When changing your transaxle fluid replace it with part
no. 737-05136 – Shell Spirax S4 TXM 10W/30. Failure to use
Shell Spirax S4 TXM 10W/30 oil may result in a failure of your
transaxle which could result in property damage or personal
injury. DO NOT substitute.
1.
Park vehicle on level surface and move the
shift lever into PARK.
2.
Allow the unit sufficient time to cool (30
minutes) before attempting any maintenance
or repairs.
3.
Locate the transaxle below the cargo bed in
the rear of the vehicle.
4.
Access drain plug on underside of machine
and remove plug. See Figure 4-5.
Drain Plug
Figure 4-5
5.
Allow oil to drain into a suitable container.
6.
Check O-ring on drain plug and replace if
missing, damaged or in poor condition.
7.
Remove fill plug. See Figure 4-6.
Fill Plug
Figure 4-6
8.
Add 32 oz. (1 quart) of Shell Spirax S4 TXM
through the fill plug port.
9.
Re-Install fill plug. See Figure 4-6.
Battery
WARNING
The battery produces a flammable and explosive gas. Do not
smoke near battery. Wear eye protection and gloves when
handling the battery. Do not allow direct metal contact
across battery posts or between the positive battery post or
terminal and adjacent metal parts. The battery is sealed and
is maintenance free. Acid levels cannot be checked and fluid
can not be added.
WARNING
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.
IMPORTANT:
If removing the battery for any
reason, 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. Be certain that the
wires are connected to the correct terminals;
reversing them could cause damage to your
engine’s charging system.
Cleaning Battery & Terminals
1.
Remove battery from vehicle. Always remove
negative cable first when disconnecting.
2.
Wash battery with solution of four
tablespoons of baking soda to one gallon of
water.
3.
Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.
4.
Clean terminals and battery cable ends with
wire brush until bright.
5.
Apply petroleum jelly or silicone spray to
terminals to prevent corrosion.
6.
Install battery. Always install negative cable
last when connecting.
Charging Battery
WARNING
Charge battery in a well ventilated area and keep away
from an open flame or pilot light as on a water heater, space
heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliances.
If the vehicle has not been put into use for an
extended period of time, charge the battery with an
automotive type 12V charger for a minimum of one
hour at six amps. The Low Voltage Indicator on the
instrument cluster will illuminate when your battery
reaches 11.6 volts.
Jumping Battery
WARNING
Do not attempt to jump start a battery. Do not smoke near battery
and wear eye protection and gloves when handling battery.
IMPORTANT:
If your battery is dead, then follow the
instructions for charging the battery.
Fuses
1.
Remove hood latches and lower the hood.
See Figure 4-7.
Figure 4-7
