Gravely 915015 - 1742 ZT, 9150156 - 2048 ZT Lawn Mower User Manual


 
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5. Remove wing nut from the Battery Rod and
remove the rod.
6. Disconnect the negative () cable rst.
7. Disconnect the positive cable (+) second.
8. Lift the battery out of the unit and place battery on
a bench or other well ventilated area where an
acid spill will not create damage.
9. When service is nished, reinstall battery into unit
and connect positive (+) cable rst, then negative
() cable.
10. Reinstall front panel, making sure tabs t
securely into slots in frame. Secure with
hardware.
11. Reinstall the Lift Lever Access plate and the knob
on the Parking Brake Lever.
CHECK BELTS
Check belts for deterioration or wear and replace
if necessary. Replace belts to accommodate belt
stretch and wear in the traction drive or mower
drive. Refer to Service and Adjustments for
procedures.
CLEAN TRANSAXLE
Keep transaxles free from buildup of dirt and
chaff which can restrict cooling.
LUBRICATION
Apply Stens Hi-Temp Grease or equivalent to the
lube ttings on idler pivots.
Grease the ttings on the front wheel spindles,
the idler arms, and the steering controls every 50
hours of operation.
CLEANING
Clean engine, battery, seat, deck, etc. of all dirt
and debris with a brush or cloth. Do not use
solvents, harsh cleaners or abrasives.
Remove packed grass and debris from under
mower deck.
Keep nished surfaces and wheels free of all
gasoline, oil, etc.
Protect painted surfaces with automotive type
wax. Lightly coat unpainted surfaces with spray
lubricant and wipe off excess with soft cloth.
IMPORTANT: Never spray unit with water or store unit
outdoors. Water can seep into sealed bearings, which
are sealed against dirt and debris only, causing
reduced component life.
Negative ()
Terminal
Positive (+)
Terminal
Battery Rod and
Wing Nut
OE0151
Clutch Shaft
Idler
Transaxle Idler
Mower Drive
Idler
OE0330
Front
Back
OE0700