Textron 614212 2010, Owner'S Manual & Service Manual

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OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION
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Owner’s Manual and Service Guide
Read all of Manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Dangers and Warnings
Periodic Brake Test For Mechanical Brakes
The purpose of this test is to compare the braking perfor-
mance of the vehicle to the braking performance of new
or ‘known to be good’ vehicles or to an established
acceptable stopping distance. Actual stopping distances
will be influenced by weather conditions, terrain, road
surface condition, actual vehicle weight (accessories
installed) and vehicle speed. No specific braking distance
can be reliably specified. The test is conducted by latch-
ing the park brake to eliminate different pedal pressures
and to include the affects of linkage mis-adjustment.
Establish the acceptable stopping distance by testing a
new or ‘known to be good’ vehicle and recording the
stopping location or stopping distance. For fleets of vehi-
cles, several vehicles should be tested when new and
the range of stopping locations or distances recorded.
Over time, a subtle loss of performance may take place; there-
fore, it is important to establish the standard with a new vehicle.
Drive the vehicle at maximum speed on a flat, dry, clean,
paved surface (Ref Fig. 26 on page - 19). Quickly
depress the brake pedal to latch the parking brake at the
line or marker in the test area and remove foot from
pedal. The vehicle should stop aggressively. The wheel
brakes may or may not lock. Observe the vehicle stop-
ping location or measure the vehicle stopping distance
from the point at which the brakes were latched. The
vehicle should stop within the ‘normal’ range of stopping
distances. If the vehicle stops more than 4 ft. (1.2 m)
beyond the acceptable stopping distance or pulls to one
side, the vehicle has failed the test and should be tested
again.
If the vehicle fails the second test, it should
immediately
be removed from service. The vehicle must be inspected
by a qualified mechanic who should refer to the TROU-
BLESHOOTING section in the Technician’s Repair and
Service Manual.
AIR INTAKE AND COOLING FINS
To prevent possible burns, engine parts should
be kept clean to reduce risk of overheating and
ignition of accumulated debris. After every off
road use, allow to cool and then check for a
build up of dirt and debris in the air intake and
cooling fins. Dirt and debris may clog the
engine’s air cooling system. Clean areas
shown to prevent engine damage. Keep linkag-
es, springs and controls clean. Keep area
around muffler free of any combustible materi-
al.
At least once a year, (or more often under adverse condi-
tions) the cooling system should be cleaned. Cleaning
will assure an adequate supply of air to the cooling fins.
Compressed air may be used for routine cooling system
maintenance.
Fig. 27 Cleaning Cooling System with Air
REAR AXLE
The rear axle is provided with a lubricant level check plug
located on the driver side at the rear of the housing (Ref
Fig. 28 on page - 21). Unless leakage of rear axle lubri-
cant is evident, an annual lubricant check is sufficient.
Checking The Lubricant Level
Tool List Qty. Required
Socket, 13 mm, 3/8" drive ........................................... 1
Ratchet, 3/8" drive....................................................... 1
Funnel ......................................................................... 1
Clean the area around the check and fill plugs. Remove
the check plug. The correct lubricant level is
just below
the bottom of the threaded hole (Ref Fig. 28 on page -
21). If lubricant is to be added, remove the fill plug and
add lubricant using a funnel. Add lubricant slowly until
lubricant starts to seep from the check plug hole. Install
the check plug and the fill plug. In the event that the lubri-
cant is to be replaced, a drain plug is provided at the bot-
tom of the differential housing.
NOTICE