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2. Thread the ferrule inward to "toe-in" the wheels, or outward to
"toe-out" the wheels.
3. Reinsert the tie-rod ferrule into the right side axle assembly and
secure with the bow-tie cotter pin removed in Step 1.
NOTE: Threading the ferrule too far onto the tie-rod will cause
the front tires to "toe-in" too far. Proper toe-in is between 1/16"
and 5/16".
Front tire toe-in can be measured as follows:
1. Place the steering wheel in position for straight ahead travel.
2. In front of the axle, measure the distance horizontally from
the inside of the left rim to the inside of the right rim. Note the
distance.
3. Behind the axle, measure the distance horizontally from the inside
of the left rim to the inside of the right rim. Note the distance.
4. The measurement taken in front of the axle should be between
1/16" and 5/16" less than the measurement taken behind the axle.
Adjust if necessary.
SEAT ADJUSTMENT
Refer to the Assembly section of this manual for seat adjustment
instructions.
PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
WARNING
Never attempt to adjust the brakes while the engine is running. Always
disengage PTO (Blade Engage Lever), move shift lever into neutral
position, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting.
If the tractor does not come to a complete stop when the clutch-brake
pedal is completely depressed, or if the tractor's rear wheels can roll
with the parking brake applied, the brake is in need of adjustment.
Contact the nearest Parts & Repair Service Center to have your
brakes serviced.
To locate the nearest Parts & Repair Service Center or to schedule
service, contact 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
Figure 40
CHANGING THE TRANSMISSION DRIVE
BELT
NOTE: Several components must be removed and special tools (i.e.
air/impact wrench) in order to change the tractor's drive belt. Contact
the nearest Parts & Repair Service Center to have your transmis-
sion drive belt serviced.
To locate the nearest Parts & Repair Service Center or to schedule
service, call (800)659-5917.
MUFFLER
Temperature of muffler and nearby engine areas may exceed 150˚ F
(65˚C). Avoid contact with these areas.
• Inspect muffler periodically, and replace if necessary. Replace-
ment parts for the muffler must be the same and installed in the
same position as the original parts.
CLEAN ENGINE
• Daily or before every use, clean grass, chaff or accumulated
debris from engine. Keep linkage, spring, and controls clean.
• Keep area around and behind muffler free of any combustible debris.
• Keeping engine clean allows air movement around engine.
• Engine parts should be kept clean to reduce the risk of overheat-
ing and ignition of accumulated debris.
Do not use water to clean engine parts. Water could contaminate fuel
system. Use a brush or dry cloth.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
• The carburetor on this engine is not adjustable.
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.
If removing the battery, disconnect the NEGATIVE (Black) wire
from its terminal first, followed by the POSITIVE (Red) wire. When
re-installing the battery, always connect the POSITIVE (Red) wire to
its terminal first, followed by the NEGATIVE (Black) wire.
The battery is sealed and is maintenance-free. Acid levels cannot be
checked.
• 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.
• Always keep the rubber boot positioned over the positive terminal
to prevent shorting.
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