26
2. Check the gap between the center and side electrodes
(Fig. 27). Bend the side electrode (Fig. 27) if the gap is
not correct.
0.025 in.
(0.65 mm)
2
3
1
Figure 27
1.
Center electrode insulator
2.
Side electrode
3.
Air gap (not to scale)
Installing the Spark Plug
(s)
1. Install the spark plug(s). Make sure the air gap is set
correctly.
2. Tighten the spark plug(s) to 20 ft-lb (27 N
m).
3. Push the wire(s) onto the spark plug(s) (Fig. 26).
Greasing and Lubrication
Service Interval/Specification
Grease with No. 2 general purpose lithium base or
molybdenum base grease.
How to Grease
1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking
brake, and turn the ignition key to “OFF” to stop the
engine. Remove the key.
2. Clean the grease fittings with a rag. Make sure to
scrape any paint off the front of the fitting(s).
3. Connect a grease gun to the fitting. Pump grease into
the fittings until grease begins to ooze out of the
bearings.
4. Wipe up any excess grease.
Lubricate the castor and wheel bearings
1. Lubricate the front wheel bearings and front spindles
until grease begins to ooze out of the bearings
(Fig. 28).
2. Remove rear wheel grease cap. Lubricate the rear
wheel bearing (Fig. 28).
Note: Make sure the rear wheel grease caps are removed
before lubricating rear wheels.
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Figure 28
Lubricate the transmission couplers
1. Lubricate the transmission couplers located in the back
of the machine (Fig. 29).
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Figure 29
Greasing the PTO Drive Belt Idler
1. Stop the engine, set the parking brake, remove the key
and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) from the spark
plug(s).
