9 MAINTENANCE
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9.5
TIRES ___________________________________________________________________
1.
Keep tires properly inflated to prolong tire life. Check
inflation pressure while the tires are cool. Inspect
tread wear.
2.
Check the pressure with an accurate, low pressure
tire gauge.
3.
Keep tires inflated to:
Front ......................... 16 psi (1.1 BAR)
Rear .......................... 20 psi (1.3 BAR)
9.6
WHEEL MOUNTING PROCEDURE ____________________________________________
1.
Remove dirt, grease and oil from stud thread. Do not
lubricate threads.
2.
Position wheel on hub and inspect to insure full
contact between mounting surface of wheel and hub
or brake drum.
3.
Finger tighten all hardware then torque hardware in
criss-cross order; always tighten nuts in the top
position.
4.
Check and retorque daily until torque is maintained,
85-95 ft.lbs. (115-128 Nm)
9.7
CARE AND CLEANING _____________________________________________________
Clean the mower and implements after each use. Keep
the equipment clean. Whenever possible, use
compressed air to clean mower.
1.
Use compressed air to clean engine and radiator fins
(30 psi (2.1 BAR) maximum).
2.
Use only fresh water for cleaning your equipment.
3.
Do not spray water directly at the instrument panel,
ignition switch, controller, or any other electrical
components, or at bearing housings and seals.
4.
Clean all plastic or rubber components with a mild
soap solution and warm water, or use commercially
available vinyl/rubber cleaners.
Repair damaged metal surfaces and use Jacobsen
touch-up paint. Wax the equipment for maximum paint
protection.
NOTICE
Under inflated tires may leave tire marks in turf. For
soft turf, tire inflation pressure may need to be
increased to 22 psi (1.5 BAR).
CAUTION
Unless you have the proper training, tools and
experience, DO NOT attempt to mount a tire on a rim.
Improper mounting can produce an explosion which
may result in serious injury.
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WARNING
Make sure the mower is parked on a solid and level
surface. Never work on a mower that is supported
only by the jack. Always use jack stands.
If only the front or rear of the mower is raised, place
chocks in front of and behind the wheels that are not
raised.
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NOTICE
Do not wash any portion of the equipment while it is hot.
Do not use high pressure spray or steam. Use cold water
and automotive cleaners.
NOTICE
Use of salt water or affluent water has been known to
encourage rust and corrosion of metal parts resulting
in premature deterioration or failure. Damage of this
nature is not covered by the factory warranty.
CAUTION
Clean grass and debris from cutting units, drives,
muffler, and engine to prevent fires.
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