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2. Disengage transmission. See
Moving Unit Manually
in
Operation
.
3. Push unit.
If unit rolls, adjust parking brake. See
Adjusting Parking
Brake
on page 15
.
CHECK TIRES
Adjust front tires to 12 - 15 PSI (82.8 - 103.4 kPa). Adjust
rear tires to 20 - 25 PSI (137.9 - 172.4 kPa).
CHECK HYDRAULIC OIL LEVEL
Check hydraulic oil level before each use.
IMPORTANT:
Hydraulic tank MUST be filled before
starting engine.
1. Stop engine.
2. Place deck lift lever in FLOAT position.
3. Remove any dirt that may be around the cap on the
tank.
4. Remove cap and dipstick.
5. Check hydraulic oil level mark on dipstick.
6. Add hydraulic oil through the dipstick tube as
needed. Do not overfill.
IMPORTANT:
Fluid should be changed only if it is
contaminated.
CLEAN UNIT
Clean unit before each use and before storage.
•
Clean engine, battery, seat, deck, etc. of all dirt and
debris with a brush or cloth. Do not use solvents,
harsh cleaners or abrasives.
•
Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all
gasoline, oil, etc.
•
Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.
Lightly coat unpainted surfaces with spray lubricant
and wipe off excess with soft cloth.
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
Check engine oil level before each use.
1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick.
2. Check level on oil dipstick.
3. Add more oil if needed.
4. Tighten fill cap securely.
See engine manual for detailed instructions.
IMPORTANT:
Maintain proper oil level to prevent engine
damage.
CHECK AIR CLEANER
Check air cleaner before each use. See engine manual
for detailed instructions.
CHECK AIR INTAKE
Check air intake before each use. See engine manual for
detailed instructions.
CHECK AND CLEAN BATTERY
Clean Battery
Keep battery and its terminals clean. Inspect every 25
operating hours or monthly for best performance.
1. Remove battery cover.
2. Disconnect cables from battery (negative, then
positive).
3. Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire
brush.
4. Coat terminals with dielectric grease or petroleum
jelly.
5. Reconnect cables to battery (positive, then
negative).
6. Replace battery cover.
CLEAN HYDRAULIC PUMP
Clean hydraulic pump before each use and before
storage. Keep pump surface free from buildup of dirt and
debris.
LUBRICATE UNIT
Every 25 hours and before storage:
•
Grease steering caster spindle and handlebars.
SERVICE AIR FILTER OUTER ELEMENT
Service air filter outer element every 25 hours. Service
more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.
See engine manual for detailed instructions.
WARNING:
Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash
hands after handling.
WARNING:
AVOID INJURY. Read and
understand entire
Safety
section before
proceeding.
Grease
Points
Figure 5
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