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Pivot Points & Linkage
Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive system,
parking brake and lift linkage at least once a season
with light oil.
Front Wheels
Each of the front wheel axles is equipped with a grease
fitting. Lubricate with 251HEP grease or equivalent No.
2 multi purpose lithium grease after every 25 hours of
tractor operation. See Figure 18.
Figure 18
SECTION 9: SERVICE
Tires
WARNING:
Never exceed the maximum
inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of the
tire.
The recommended operating tire pressure is 10 psi for
the rear tires and 14 psi for the front tires. Refer to the
tire sidewall for exact tire manufacturer’s recommended
or maximum psi. Do not overinflate. Uneven tire
pressure could cause the cutting deck to mow unevenly.
Fuse
A 20 amp fuse is installed in your tractor’s wiring
harness to protect the tractor’s electrical system from
damage caused by excessive amperage.
If the electrical system does not function, or your
tractor’s engine will not crank, first check to be certain
that the fuse has not blown.
It can be found under the hood mounted between the
dash panel and fuel tank on the right-hand support bar.
IMPORTANT:
Always use a 20 amp fuse for
replacement.
WARNING:
Before lubricating, repairing, or
inspecting, always disengage PTO, move shift
lever into neutral position, set parking brake,
stop engine and remove key to prevent
unintended starting.
Cutting Blades
WARNING:
Be sure to shut the engine off,
remove ignition key, disconnect the spark plug
wire(s) and ground against the engine to
prevent unintended starting before removing
the cutting blade(s) for sharpening or
replacement. Protect your hands by using
heavy gloves or a rag to grasp the cutting
blade.
WARNING:
Periodically inspect the blade
adapter and/or spindle for cracks or damage,
especially if you strike a foreign object.
Replace immediately if damaged
.
The blades may be removed as follows.
•
Remove the deck from beneath the tractor, (refer to
DECK REMOVAL) then gently flip the deck over to
expose its underside.
•
Place a block of wood between the center deck
housing baffle and the cutting blade to act as a
stabilizer. See Figure 20 .
•
Use a 15/16" wrench to remove the hex flange nut
that secures the blade to the spindle assembly. See
Figure 20.
•
To properly sharpen the cutting blades, remove
equal amounts of metal from both ends of the
blades along the cutting edges, parallel to the
trailing edge, at a 25° to 30° angle.
IMPORTANT:
If the cutting edge of the blade has
already been sharpened, or if any metal separation is
present, replace the blades with new ones.
Rim Grease Fitting
Axle Grease Fitting
