Yard Machines 760 Series, Руководство оператора

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SECTION 7: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR
WARNING:
Before performing any
maintenance or repairs, disengage PTO,
move shift lever into neutral position, set
parking brake, stop engine and remove key to
prevent unintended starting.
Engine
Refer to the separate engine manual for engine
maintenance instructions.
Check engine oil level before each use as instructed in
the separate engine manual packed with your unit.
Follow the instructions carefully.
Changing Engine Oil
NOTE:
Depending on the engine model found on your
tractor, it may be necessary to remove the tractor’s side
panel in order to replace the oil filter (if so equipped).
Changing Engine Oil
For draining oil from the engine’s crankcase of select
model tractors, a plastic oil drain sleeve is packed with
this Operator’s Manual. To drain the oil, proceed as
follows:
• Unscrew the oil fill cap and remove the dipstick
from the oil fill tube.
• Snap the small end of oil drain sleeve onto the oil
sump. See Figure 13.
Figure 13
• Remove drain plug and drain oil into a suitable
container with a capacity of no less than 64 oz.
• Service the oil filter (if so equipped) as instructed
in the separate engine manual packed with your
unit.
Perform the above steps in the opposite order after oil
has finished draining.
• Refill the engine with new motor oil.
IMPORTANT:
Refer to the separate engine manual
packed with your unit for information regarding the
quantity and proper weight of motor oil.
Air Cleaner
To service the air cleaner, refer to the separate engine
manual packed with your unit
Fuel Filter
Service the fuel filter, if so equipped, as instructed in the
separate engine manual packed with your unit.
Spark Plug(s)
The spark plug(s) should be cleaned and the gap reset
once a season. Spark plug replacement is
recommended at the start of each mowing season.
Refer to the separate engine manual for correct plug
type and gap specifications.
Lubrication
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.
Engine
Lubricate the engine with motor oil as instructed in the
separate engine manual packed with your unit.
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.
Rear Wheels
The rear wheels should be removed from the axles
once a season. Lubricate the axles and the rims well
with an all-purpose grease before re-installing them.
Oil Drain Sleeve