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Parking Brake Adjustment
To test if the parking brake needs adjustment, inflate
tires to the correct pressures. Stop machine on a
maximum 17 degree slope and apply the brake.
Properly adjusted brakes will prevent the wheels from
turning. If the drive wheels turn, a brake adjustment
will be necessary. Adjustment nuts are located behind
the lower left corner of the pad.
1. Loosen adjustment nuts.
2. Bring brake shoe down until contact is made
with the tire.
3. With brake shoe making contact with the tire,
move the brake handle to approximately 30
degrees and tighten adjustment nuts.
4. Test parking brake. Adjust again, if required.
Spindle/Drive Pulley R&R
1.
Remove 2, ¼” bolts from split hub and install in
threaded holes in hub. (A)
2. Slowly tighten each bolt, alternating as you
tighten bolts against the pulley.
3. The hub will separate from the pulley.
4. Replace grade 8 bolts and install in reverse
order using the assembly holes to tighten hub
onto pulley and spindle shaft. (B)
Note: Do not use a gear puller. It will not pull the hub
off and may frustrate you. Properly performed this
procedure should not require excessive force.
Cutting Blades
In order to maintain the best cut, it is important that
the blades are well sharpened and not damaged.
Bent or cracked blades or blades with large nicks
need to be replaced. Blades must be balanced after
sharpening. To change the blades:
1. Stop engine, remove the key and wait for all
moving parts to stop.
2. Engage the parking brake
3. Lift front of mower and secure in the raised
position with jack stands.
4. Remove the blade nut by turning
counterclockwise.
5. Install new or re-sharpened blade. (Ensure the
blade spacers are reinstalled with the same qty
and location)
6. Torque blade bolt to 70-80 ft./lbs. / 95-108 N
Battery Service
CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning.
Battery posts, terminals, and related
accessories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known by the state of California to
cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash
hands after handling.
The battery is 12 volts and is a maintenance free
battery. Charge the battery only if it will not start
the machine properly. Remove the battery from the
machine before charging. Follow the instructions
of the battery charger for proper and safe charging
of the battery. To access the battery, first, park the
machine safely. Remove the retainer bolt and remove
battery cover. Follow all warnings and cautions on the
battery label and issued by the battery manufacturer.
Cleaning the Machine
The underside of the machine deck should be
checked as needed. In dry conditions this may be up
to weekly whereas in wet conditions, multiple time
as day. The entire machine should be cleaned daily
at the end of the work day. Cleaning should be done
with a leaf blower or low-pressure compressed air.
Wash with water only when necessary and do not
use a pressure washer or nozzle as the water can
enter electrical connections causing electrical issues,
rust and corrosion. When washing with water, do so
when the machine has cooled down. Washing a hot
machine can cause various unseen system damage.
If water is used for cleaning, immediately dry it with a
leaf blower or low-pressure compressed air.
