Full Product Manual

22 Section 6— Maintenance & adjuStMentS
NOTE: This Operator’s Manual covers several models. Tractor
features may vary by model. Not all features in this manual are
applicable to all tractor models and the tractor depicted may
differ from yours.
WARNING! Before performing any maintenance or
repairs, disengage the PTO, set the parking brake
and stop the engine.
Battery
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 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.
The battery is sealed and is maintenance-free. Acid levels cannot
be checked and fluid can not be added.
• Always keep the battery cables and terminals clean and free
of corrosive build-up.
• After cleaning the battery and terminals, apply a light coat
of petroleum jelly or grease to both terminals.
CAUTION: If removing the battery for cleaning,
disconnect the NEGATIVE (Black) wire from it’s terminal
first, followed by the POSITIVE (Red) wire. When re-
installing the battery, always connect the POSITIVE
(Red) wire its terminal first, followed by the NEGATIVE
(Black) wire. Be certain that the wires are connected to
the correct terminals; reversing them could result in
serious damage to your engine’s alternating system.
Engine
Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual for all engine maintenance
procedures and instructions.
Changing the Engine Oil
WARNING ! If the engine has been recently run,
the engine, muffler and surrounding metal surfaces
will be hot and can cause burns to the skin. Exercise
caution to avoid burns.
To complete an oil change, proceed as follows:
1. Run the engine for a short time to warm the engine oil. The
oil will flow more freely and carry away more impurities.
Use care to avoid burns from hot oil.
2. Locate the oil drain hose on the side of the engine.
3. Place an appropriate oil collection container with at least a
2.5 quart capacity below the opening of the oil drain tube,
to collect the used oil. Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick from
the oil fill tube.
4. Remove the oil drain hose from the clip on the right side of
the frame. See Figure 6-1.
Figure 6-1
5. Remove the oil drain hose plug from the end of the hose.
See Figure 6-1. Drain the engine oil into the collection
container.
6. After draining the oil, wipe any residual oil from the oil drain
hose. Replace the plug on the drain hose and fully tighten.
Replace the oil drain hose into the clip and snap the clip to
secure.
7. Replace the oil filter, and refill the engine with new oil as
instructed in the Engine Operator’s Manual.
NOTE: Place an absorbent towel beneath the oil filter to
keep oil off the clutch.
8. To refill the oil, re-install the plug at the end of the tube
and refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual for refilling
instructions, oil type and amount.
NOTE : Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission
control devices and systems which are being done at
owner’s expense may be performed by any engine repair
establishment or individual. Warranty repairs must be
performed by an authorized dealer.
Hydrostatic Transmission
The hydrostatic transmission is sealed at the factory and is
maintenance-free. The fluid level cannot be checked and the
fluid cannot be changed.
Hydrostatic Neutral Adjustment
If the tractor creeps forward or rearward when neither the forward
nor reverse pedal is depressed, contact an authorized dealer to
have the neutral setting properly adjusted.