Dixon 12881-1104 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
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HYDROSTATIC PUMPS:
Before each use, check to be sure that the cooling fins
of the hydrostatic pumps are clean. Excessive accu-
mulation of oil, dirt, or trash may cause the pumps to
overheat. NEVER WASH ACROSS TOP OF RESER-
VOIR WITH WATER OR STEAM. Fill reservoir as
required per the maintenance schedule listed in this
book.
HYDROSTAT DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT
PROCEDURE:
To remove hydrostat pump drive belt:
(The hydrostat pump drive is equipped with a spring
loaded belt take-up).
1. Raise seat.
2. Remove hold down bolts from belt cover. Remove
belt cover.
3. Rotate the spring loaded take-up idler towards the
left hand hydro pump to provide belt slack for re-
moval.
4. Remove belt.
To install hydrostat pump drive belt:
1. Rotate the spring loaded take-up idler
towards the left hand hydro pump.
2. Install belt per diagram.
3. Re-attach belt cover.
4. Return the seat to the
operating position.