Initial Set-Up
Gearbox
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Initial Set-Up
10. Attach the three deck lift chains to the Articulator. Secure with bolts and nuts.
11. Attach the front two deck lift chains to the Articulator deck lift arm. Secure with bolts and
nuts. Attach the rear deck lift chain to the tractor lift arm. Secure with bolts and nuts.
pins.
12. Check to see that the tractor lifts the Articulator to your desired height. If it lifts too high or
too low, adjust the deck lift chains accordingly.
13. Complete the entire Initial Set-Up section of this manual before attempting to operate the
tractor and Articulator.
3.2
Gearbox
Check the oil level and condition in the gearbox. The gearbox should be approximately
half full (16 ounces). Add oil if low. If the oil appears excessively contaminated, change
the oil. Use Amoco Permagear EP 220 or equivalent.
Inspect the entire area around and under the gearbox for any oil leakage. If a leak is dis-
covered, repair it and refill the gearbox before operating the Articulator.
3.3
Mower Deck Drive Belt
The deck drive belt is located between the gearbox and the center mower deck, under the
center plastic cover. To access the belt, remove the wing bolt and lift the cover from the
deck.
The spring-loaded idler system automatically tensions the belt to the proper level.
Check the belt for visible wear or damage. If the belt appears excessively worn, dam-
aged, cracked, weathered, or otherwise appears to pose an unsuitable or unsafe operat-
ing condition, replace the belt.
Check the belt for proper tension. If the idler tensioner pivots to its maximum stroke with-
out adequately tightening the belt, you need to replace the belt. If the belt you are check-
ing is new, and the idler tensioner goes to its maximum stroke without adequately
tightening the belt, it is likely you have installed the wrong size belt. Contact your LasTec
dealer for the proper belt lengths for your Articulator.
NEVER inspect, adjust, or change the mower deck drive belt while the
engine is running!
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