MAINTENANCE
The bearings in idler pulley and retainer pulleys are life
time lubricated. Gear box is filled with oil.DANGER
!!
Be sure to reinstall battery in the same position and
properly reconnect battery cables (red to positive,
black to negative).
DANGER
!!
Lead acid batteries generate explosive gases. KeepProper care will lengthen battery life. When replacement
sparks, flame and smoking materials away frombecomes necessary, use battery of same size and type for
battery. Always wear eye protection when aroundcontinued trouble-free service (see Repair parts manual).
batteries.
DANGER
!!
Always disconnect negative (black) cable first.
Removing positive cable first can result in sparks if
BATTERY MAINTENANCE (FIG. 24)
the wrench touches any metal surface. Be sure battery
hold-down bracket does not touch battery terminals
and causes a spark.
DANGER
!!
Always connect positive (red) cable first. Connecting
negative cable first can result in sparks if the wrench
touches any metal surface. Be sure battery hold-down
bracket does not touch battery terminals and causes a
spark.
SPARK PLUG MAINTENANCE
Spark plug should be checked periodically for excessive
carbon and gap. Use a wire feeler gauge to check spark
plug gap and set 0,7 mm (see Engine operating and
maintenance manual).
AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE
Fig. 24
Air filter should be cleaned and/or replaced every 25
hours of operation under normal conditions; more often
When starter operates properly and battery connectionsunder dusty conditions. To clean air filter see Engine
are clean and tight, but cranking difficulty is experi-operating and maintenance manual.
enced, battery may not be charged. Battery should be
taken to a qualified service station and tested, or charHEADLIGHT BULB REPLACEMENTge
the battery with battery charger (See page 7)
(FIG. 25 AND 26)
If engine will not start right away under normal crankingLift the hood up. The headlight bulbs are secured in the
sleeve with bayonet sockets.
speed, continued cranking will run down the battery and
may cause damage to the starter. Check ignition and fuel
systems and correct any faults.
The battery should be kept clean.
If the top has an accumulation of dirt or grease, remove
the battery from lawn tractor for cleaning. The battery
should be cleaned with a mild solution of baking soda
and water. Brush this on, keeping vent plugs tightly in
place to prevent any solution from entering cells.
Allow the solution to work for a few minutes, then rinse
with clean water and wipe battery dry.
If battery terminals are corroded, clean with a wire brush
and coat terminals with petroleum jelly.Fig. 25
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