Encore RAGE ER48FX730VX, Operator'S Manual

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CHECK SPARK PLUGS
Service Interval: As required
Remove spark plugs, check condition and reset
gaps, or replace with new plugs. See Engine
Owner’s Manual.
CAUTION
Raising the mower for service or
maintenance relying solely on mechanical
or hydraulic jacks could be dangerous. The
mechanical or hydraulic jacks may not be
enough support or may malfunction
allowing the unit to fall, which could cause
injury.
Do not rely solely on mechanical or
hydraulic jacks for support. Use adequate
jack stands or equivalent support.
WARNING
POTENTIAL FOR SERIOUS INJURY
Certain procedures required the vehicle engine
to be operated and the vehicle to be raised off
of the ground. To prevent possible injury to the
servicing technician and/or bystanders, insure
the vehicle is properly secured.
WHEEL HUB NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATION
Service Interval: Every 500 hours thereafter
Torque the nut on the wheel motor tapered shaft to
175-225 ft-lb (237-305 N-m)
NOTE: Do NOT use anti-seize compound on the
wheel hub.
THREAD LOCKING ADHESIVES
Thread locking adhesives such as “Loctite 242” or
“Fel-Pro, Pro-lock nut type” are used on the
following fasteners:
Sheave retaining bolt in end of engine
crankshaft.
COPPER-BASED ANTI-SEIZE
Copper-based anti-seize can be used in the
following locations:
1. On threads of Blade Bolts. See Check Mower
Blades section.
2. Between engine crankshaft, pump drive
sheave, and clutch.
DIELECTRIC GREASE
Dielectric grease can be used on all blade type
electrical connections to prevent corrosion and
loss of contact.