24
• Remove the AutoDrive
™
pedal return spring.
• Using two 9/16" wrenches, remove the pin
from the speed control assembly. See Figure
23.
Thread the idler adjustment rod inward or outward to
lengthen or shorten the travel of the double-idler
bracket until proper adjustment is achieved.
Figure 23
• Reassemble by following the above steps in
reverse order.
BATTERY
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 the
terminals and over the positive terminal boot.
• Always keep the boot positioned over the
positive terminal to prevent shorting.
IMPORTANT:
If removing the battery for any
reason, 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 change the polarity and cause
damage to your engine’s alternating system.
Charging
If the unit has not been put into use for an extended
period of time, charge the battery with an
automotive-type 12-volt charger for a minimum of
one hour at six amps.
WARNING:
Batteries give off an
explosive gas during and for some time
after charging. Charge battery in a well
ventilated area and do not allow a spark or
an open flame near the battery.
SECTION 11: LUBRICATION
WARNING:
Always stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the
engine before performing any maintenance.
ENGINE
Lubricate the engine with motor oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit.
PIVOT POINTS
Lubricate all pivot points (AutoDrive
™
pedal, brake pedal, etc.) at least once a season with light oil.
LINKAGE
Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive, brake and lift linkage at least once a season with SAE 30 engine oil.
STEERING GEAR
Lubricate the teeth of the steering gear with an all-purpose automotive grease every 25 hours of operation or
once a season.
WHEELS
Both the front wheels and the rear wheels should be removed from the axles once a season. Lubricate the
axles and the rims well with an all-purpose automotive grease before re-installing them.
FRONT AXLES
Your tractor may be equipped with grease fittings on the ends of the front pivot bar. Lubricate both the left and
the right front axles with a grease gun at least once a season.
Speed Control
Assembly
Hairpin
Clips
Idler
Adj. Rod
Pin
AutoDrive
™
Pedal
Return Spring
Place Wrenches Here
Neutral
Return
Bracket
