Checking the Tire Pressure
Service Interval:
Before each use or daily
The maximum air pressure in the front tires is 32 psi
(220 kPa) and the rear tires is 18 psi (124 kPa).
Check the tire pressure frequently to ensure proper
inflation. If the tires are not inflated to the correct
pressure, the tires will wear prematurely.
Figure 23 is an example of tire wear caused by under
inflation.
Figure 23
1.
Under inflated tire
Figure 24 is an example of tire wear caused by over
inflation.
Figure 24
1.
Over inflated tire
Checking the Brake Fluid
Service Interval:
Before each use or daily—Check the
brake fluid level.
Every 1,000 hours/Every 2 years
(whichever comes first)—Change
the brake fluid.
The brake fluid reservoir is shipped from the factory
filled with DOT 3 brake fluid. Check the level before
the engine is first started and every 8 hours or daily,
thereafter.
The brake fluid reservoir is located under the dash.
1. Park the machine on a level surface.
2. The fluid level should be up to the Full line on the
reservoir (Figure 25).
Figure 25
1.
Brake fluid reservoir
3. If the fluid level is low, clean the area around the
cap, remove the reservoir cap, and fill the reservoir
to the proper level.
Do not overfill.
Note:
You can remove the hood access to the reservoir
from the front of the machine (Figure 26).
Figure 26
1.
Brake fluid reservoir
Pre–starting Checks
Safe operation begins before taking the vehicle out for
a day’s work. You should check these items each time:
•
Check the tire pressure.
Note:
These tires are different than car tires, they
require less pressure to minimize turf compaction
and damage.
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