•
If the gap is less than 0.25 mm (0.01
inch), then install the shim and refer to
Troubleshooting (page 63)
.
•
If the gap is sufficient, proceed to the safety
check in step
F.
Perform the following safety check:
i.
Sit on the seat and start the engine.
ii.
Make sure that the blades do not engage
with the PTO switch in the O
FF
position,
and that the clutch is disengaged.
If the clutch does not disengage, install
the shim and refer to
(page 63)
.
iii.
Engage and disengage the PTO switch
10 consecutive times to ensure that the
clutch is functioning properly. If the
clutch does not engage properly; refer to
Troubleshooting (page 63)
.
Cooling System
Maintenance
Cleaning the Engine Screen
and Engine-Oil Cooler
Service Interval:
Before each use or daily
Remove any buildup of grass, dirt, or other debris from the
oil cooler (
).
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Figure 71
Before each use, remove any buildup of grass, dirt, or
other debris from the engine screen. This will help ensure
adequate cooling, correct the engine speed, and will reduce
the possibility of overheating and mechanical damage to the
engine (
).
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