Cooling System Maintenance; Cooling System Safety; Servicing The Cooling System - Toro TX 1300 Operator's Manual

6. Apply thread-locking compound to the bolts of
the drive sprocket half that you removed and
install the other sprocket half. Torque the bolts
to 80 to 99 N∙m (59 to 73 ft-lb).
Figure 94
1. Bolt (5)
7. Adjust the tensioning screw until the track
deflection is 19 mm (3/4 inch).
Figure 95
1. Tensioning screw
8. Tighten the jam nut.
9. Install the cover and tighten the bolts.
10. Repeat the procedure to replace the other track.
11. Lower the machine to the ground.
12. Drive the machine, then park the machine on a
level surface, engage the parking brake, shut off
the engine, and remove the key.
13. Verify that the track tension is correct; refer to
Checking and Adjusting the Track Tension (page
56).
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2. Sprocket half
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2. Jam nut
Cooling System
Maintenance

Cooling System Safety

•
Swallowing engine coolant can cause poisoning;
keep out of reach from children and pets.
•
Discharge of hot, pressurized coolant or touching
a hot radiator and surrounding parts can cause
severe burns.
– Always allow the engine to cool at least 15
minutes before removing the radiator cap.
– Use a rag when opening the radiator cap, and
open the cap slowly to allow steam to escape.
Servicing the Cooling
System
Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Clean
the screen, oil cooler, and front of
the radiator (more often in dirty or
dusty conditions).
Every 100 hours—Check the cooling system
hoses.
Cleaning the Radiator Screen
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
Remove any buildup of grass, dirt or other debris from
the radiator screen with compressed air.
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