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HOW TO UNLOAD THE LAWNKEEPER
1.
Push the locking lever down and lift the hatch until it locks open.
2. Drive the tractor ahead several feet.
3. Close the hatch gently. Lift the grab handle and push down on the locking lever.
NOTE:
Never let the hatch slam shut.
MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS
Engine Maintenance
1. Check the engine oil before each operation.
2. Change the engine oil if the oil level is found to be above the full level.
3. Engine requires shorter maintenance intervals when operated at low temperatures or for short periods of time.
4. For complete engine maintenance information see Engine Manual.
Tightening the Brush Drive Belt
1.
Loosen the four motor mount bolts.
2. Push engine forward.
3. While holding the engine in position, tighten the motor mount bolts.
NOTE:
Be careful not to over tighten the brush drive belt. This will lead to premature wear of bearings, belt and
pulleys. If the belt is too loose, it will slip causing a loss of efficiency. When properly adjusted the belt should have
approximately 1/4" of flex between the pulleys.
Brush Strip Replacement
1.
Loosen the engine mounting bolts. Slide the engine ahead to remove belt.
2. Remove the brush shaft bearing mounting bolts and remove the brush assembly.
3. Remove the bearing on the end of the brush shaft opposite the pulley.
4. Remove the 12 bolts which hold the brush strips in place.
5. Slide the brush strips out the end of the shaft.
NOTE:
If the brush strips stick, the attachment tabs may be pried apart slightly. Never attempt to pull the brush
out perpendicular to the shaft.
6. Install the new brush and fasten with bolts and nuts provided.
NOTE:
Ensure the brush strips are centered. Be sure to tighten the bolts enough to pinch the brush strips
securely between the tabs.
7.
Reinstall the bearing.
8. Reinstall the brush assembly.
NOTE:
The belt must be in the pulley groove before the shaft is bolted to the frame.
9. Install the engine mounting bolts and tighten the belt. See "Tightening the Brush Drive Belt".
Brush Drive Belt Replacement
1.
Remove the four motor mount bolts. Slide the engine back.
2. Slip the old belt off the motor pulley.
3. Remove the bolts that attach the brush drive shaft bearing to the frame (pulley end of shaft).
4. Drop the brush shaft down to remove the old belt and to install the new one.
5. Reinstall the brush shaft.
6. Slip the new belt on the motor pulley.
7.
Install engine mounting bolts and tighten the belt. See "Tightening the Brush Drive Belt".
