MAINTENANCE 5
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5.17 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 - 12 psi - (83 kPa)
Rear - 12 psi - (83 kPa)
5.18 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. (115-129 N-m).
5.19 CARE AND CLEANING _____________________________________________________
Wash the unit and implements after each use. Keep the
equipment clean.
Note:
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.
1.
Use compressed air to clean engine and radiator
fins. A special blow gun is available through your
Jacobsen Dealer.
2.
Use only fresh water for cleaning your equipment.
Note:
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.
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 trim with a mild soap
solution or use commercially available vinyl/rubber
cleaners.
Repair damaged metal surfaces and use Jacobsen
touch-up paint. Wax the equipment for maximum paint
protection
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
NEVER
use your hands to clean the tines. Use a
brush to remove debris from the tines. The tines are
extremely sharp and can cause serious injuries.
CAUTION
Clean grass and debris from aerating units, drives,
muffler and engine to prevent fires.
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