Maintenance
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Figure 32
1.
Fill plug and dipstick
7.
If the lubricant level is low, add enough lubricant
until the level is between the marks on the
dipstick.
Important:
Do not overfill the gearbox;
overfilling the gearbox may damage it.
Check Hydraulic Fluid Level
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
1.
Position the machine and mower deck on a level
surface.
2.
Stop engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
Engage parking brake.
3.
Raise the deck to extend the lift cylinders, shut off
the engine, and remove the key.
4.
Raise the seat to access the hydraulic fluid tank.
5.
Remove the hydraulic fill cap from the filler neck.
6.
Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag.
7.
Place the dipstick into the filler neck; then remove
it and check the level of fluid.
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Figure 33
1.
Full
2.
Add
If fluid is needed add enough oil to put the level
in between the two marks on the dipstick.
Important:
Do Not overfill.
8.
Replace the dipstick and fill cap; finger-tighten
only.
9.
Check all hoses and fittings for leaks.
Check Tire Pressures
Service Interval: Every 50 hours
1.
Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and
remove key. Engage parking brake.
2.
Check tire pressure in drive tires.
3.
Inflate drive tires to 18 psi (124 kPa).
4.
Semi-pneumatic caster tires do not need to be
inflated.
Note:
Do Not add any type of tire liner or foam
fill material to the tires.
Excessive loads created by
foam filled tires may cause failures to the hydro drive
system, frame, and other components. Foam filling
tires will void the warranty.
Check Condition Of Belts
Service Interval: Every 50 hours
1.
Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and
remove key. Engage parking brake.
2.
Remove left and right belt shields on deck and lift
up floor pan to inspect belts.
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