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MAINTENANCE REQUIRED 

Length of 

Operation 

Type of 

Maintenance 

Engine Cooling Air Screen - 

Daily & 
 8 Hrs.* 

Brush Clean 

Engine Air Cleaner - 

Daily* 

Shake Out Dirt 

Weekly* 

Wash with Non-Sudsing 
 Detergent 

After 5 Washings 

Replace 

Cooling Fins 

– (Engine) - 

Daily or 
 8 Hrs. 

Clean 

– Use Air Hose 

 If Available 

Spark Plugs - 

100 Hrs. 

Service or Replace 

Fuel Filter - 

100 Hrs. 

Clean 

Battery - 

Daily 

Check Water Level 

– 

 Add as Necessary 

Belts - 

50 Hrs. * 

Check For Wear and  
 Adjust 

Tires - 

25 Hrs. 

Check for Damage and Air 
 Pressure 

Brake - 

50 Hrs.* 

Adjust Linkage 

Rear Axle - 

50 Hrs.* 

Adjust End Play 

 

* More often under extreme conditions 

 

 

 

MAINTENANCE CHART 

 

Summary of Contents for 1254-06

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Page 2: ...mber Specifications Controls Pre Operational Checks Break In Period Starting the Engine Operation Preventative Maintenance Adjustments Power Take Off P T O Maintenance Chart Lubrication Chart Lubrication Minor Trouble Shooting Guide Wiring Diagram Storing Your Husky Tractor Page 3 4 4 5 6 6 7 8 9 Page 11 14 15 16 17 17 18 19 PRINTED AT BOLENS 2 72 ...

Page 3: ...AUTHORIZED DEALER will repair or replace any parts which fail due to defective material or workmanship during the warranty period He will also provide continuing repair service and supply factory replacement parts CONTACT YOUR DEALER FOR ANY REPLACEMENT PARTS OR SERVICE NEEDED DO NOT RETURN PARTS DIRECTLY TO THE FACTORY THE FACTORY REQUIRES PRIOR APPROVAL ON RE TURNS AND APPROVALS ARE ISSUED ONLY ...

Page 4: ...ge chute Clear work area of all objects which might be picked up and thrown 12 Always look back to be certain no one is in the way before using reverse This will avoid the possibility of running over any children other persons or pets who might be in the area in back of the vehicle 13 Children shall not be allowed to operate vehicle at any time The average child is not capable of coping with the i...

Page 5: ...are in two ranges for a total approximate of 6 forward and 2 reverse Lowest speed less than 3 4 mph Highest speed 6mph 3 Model number of engine Fig 2 TRA12D 4 Serial number of engine Fig 2 5 Spec number of engine Fig 2 Figure 2 Power to Attachments Farm tractor type PTO direct drive with universal joints and splined shaft Tires Extra wide terra tires Front 16 x 6 50 8 Rear 23 x 10 50 12 With lawn ...

Page 6: ...THROTTLE Move throttle lever UP one half way for starting 5 CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL To shift gears depress clutch pedal fully This disengages the clutch and fully applies brake 6 GEAR SHIFT LEVER For selection of 1st 2nd 3rd and reverse gear 7 TWO SPEED RANGE LEVER High and low range Provides a range of 6 speeds ahead 2 in reverse 8 P T O POWER TAKE OFF CLUTCH Push forward to engage and pull back to di...

Page 7: ...g about eight hours before maximum load is applied 3 Inspect battery for A Proper electrolyte level B Clean cables of dirt and corrosion C Clean terminals of dirt and corrosion Refer to Figure 5 for battery and its location Figure 5 4 Check to see that air cleaner element is free of debris Clean regularly Refer to Figure 5 and Preventive Mainte nance page 9 5 Check flywheel screen for debris and c...

Page 8: ...ng it off This will allow engine temperatures to normalize more rapidly preventing overheating EMERGENCY STARTING In the event of electrical failure get in touch with your DEALER for assistance in locating the trouble Should the battery be too low on power to start the unit it is always best to remove the battery and have it recharged 1 Check P T O lever must be in OFF position gear shift must be ...

Page 9: ...depending on road or ground condition and load attached to tractor NOTE ALWAYS START OUT IN THE GEAR IN WHICH YOU INTEND TO DRIVE OR OPERATE IF YOU WISH TO CHANGE GEARS BRING THE TRACTOR TO A FULL STOP DO NOT SHIFT GEARS WHILE TRACTOR IS IN MOTION CONTROLLED DIFFERENTIAL By turning the control knob located on the hub of the left rear wheel as shown in Figure 8 you can vary the degree of differenti...

Page 10: ...ch operating day Remove filtering cartridge and shake out the accumulated dirt Do not tap or strike cartridge this can damage it ONCE EACH WEEK OR EVERY 7 OPERATING DAYS remove cartridge and rinse under a faucet with cold water then wash by repeated dipping for several minutes in a solution of lukewarm water and a mild NON SUDSING detergent Rinse in cold water from the inside out and allow to dry ...

Page 11: ...LAME NEAR THE BATTERY DO NOT LAY TOOLS ACROSS BATTERY TERMINALS AS THIS MAY RESULT IN A SPARK OR SHORT CIRCUIT WHICH MAY CAUSE AN EXPLOSION BE CAREFUL TO AVOID SPILLING ANY ELECTROLYTE ON HANDS OR CLOTHING Figure 14 NOTE WHEN SERVICING THE BATTERY BE SURE BATTERY CABLES ARE DISCONNECTED BE FORE ATTEMPTING REMOVAL OF THE BAT TERY FROM THE TRACTOR ALWAYS DIS CONNECT NEGATIVE CABLES FIRST WHEN INSTAL...

Page 12: ...component part of the flywheel STARTER GENERATOR DRIVE BELT To check generator belt for proper tension stop engine Belt should depress 1 4 inch between pulleys with normal thumb pressure as shown in Figure 16 Should adjustment be required loosen the two lower generator mounting screws B and generator adjusting screw A Pivot generator outward from engine until proper tension is obtained NOTE NEVER ...

Page 13: ...ain correct adjustment The switch should just begin to actuate when the P T O lever is half way in After adjustment is achieved securely tighten nut A and recheck operation If adjustment has changed repeat above procedure until correct adjustment is achieved Figure 19 If the interlock switch on the Clutch Brake Pedal needs adjustment refer to Figure 19 Loosen nuts A and move bracket B on pedal arm...

Page 14: ... USE MAIN BRAKE WHEN SHIFTING ON INCLINES Proper use of brakes will help prevent damage or personal injury REAR AXLE END PLAY The rear axle may develop end play which should be cor rected Check approximately every 50 hours of operation and adjust if necessary With both rear wheels off the ground 1 Remove cotter pin and loosen R H castellated nut sev eral turns 2 Remove cotter pin from castellated ...

Page 15: ...EAT ADJUSTMENT To adjust seat loosen two capscrews beneath tractor seat and reposition seat by sliding either forward or backward Tighten caps crews to secure seat in new position Switching powered attachments requires only a short time Liberally grease P T O shaft Slide universal joint over end of splined power take off shaft Align holes in universal joint and P T O shaft Secure with special cott...

Page 16: ...5 Washings Replace Cooling Fins Engine Daily or 8 Hrs Clean Use Air Hose If Available Spark Plugs 100 Hrs Service or Replace Fuel Filter 100 Hrs Clean Battery Daily Check Water Level Add as Necessary Belts 50 Hrs Check For Wear and Adjust Tires 25 Hrs Check for Damage and Air Pressure Brake 50 Hrs Adjust Linkage Rear Axle 50 Hrs Adjust End Play More often under extreme conditions MAINTENANCE CHART...

Page 17: ...dles 8 Hrs Grease With Bolens 16020 1 2 Strokes 5 Front Axle Pivot 8 Hrs Grease With Bolens 16020 1 2 Strokes 6 PTO Housing 8 Hrs Grease With Bolens 16020 1 2 Strokes 7 Tie Rod Ends and Drag Links 8 Hrs Oil Small Amount 8 Steering Shaft 8 Hrs Grease With Bolens 16020 1 2 Strokes 9 Brake Linkage 8 Hrs Oil Small Amount More often under extreme conditions NOTE A hand type grease gun is recommended wh...

Page 18: ...ver X X X X X Starts only after repeated tries X X X X Stalls in a few seconds X X X Stalls when hot X X X Idles rough X X X X X X Engine overheats X X X X X X X LUBRICATION Proper lubrication and regular maintenance will increase the operating life of your HUSKY tractor It is suggested that lubrication recommendations in this manual be followed A lubrication schedule prepared by the operator woul...

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Page 20: ...ll gasoline This will prevent accumulation of lead and gum deposits in the small passages of the carburetor 7 The air cleaner should be thoroughly cleaned Air cleaner and exhaust openings should be taped or otherwise sealed off for the duration of the storage period 8 The outside of the engine including the cooling fins on the cylinder and head should be thoroughly cleaned of all dirt and other de...

Page 21: ...e models fit all BOLENS Tractors TIRE CHAINS Different sizes to fit all Snow Casters and Tractors For traction on snow and slippery surfaces HUSH TONE MUFFLER KIT Available for your 1254 HUSKY Tractor for quieter operation Model No 16620 BOLENS GEAR LUBE E P 90 Used to replace and add oil in the gear cases of all gear tractors mowers snow throwers and most tillers Model 16021 MULT PURPOSE GREASE M...

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