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Figure 5
MAINTENANCE
LUBRICATION
Filling the chassis to its 5 pint (2.36L.) capacity with motor
oil lubricates both the engine and transmission. Do not
use transmission oil or grease. The following is
recommended:
Summer - SAE 30 or SAE 10W-30. API Classification -
SC or SD
Winter - (32 degrees F or below) SAE 10W or SAE
10W-30 API Classification - SC or SD
Oil Level
- Regularly check the oil level with the Dipstick
(figure 5) before starting. Be sure the tractor is level.
Add oil - Add oil by removing the Oil Filler Cap (Figure 5 .
Stop when the oil reaches the FULL mark on the
dipstick. (Allow time for the oil to drain down prior to
checking. This prevents overfilling.)
Oil Filler Cap
- Periodically check the breather-type oil
filler cap. Wash it in solvent at least every oil change.
Oil Changes
- Change the oil after the initial eight hours
of operation. Then change the oil every 40 hours under
normal conditions, oftener under dusty conditions
and/or periods of extended operation under heavy
load.
Drain oil by removing the oil drain plug, the bottom bolt on
the Left Hand axle housing.
Be sure oil drain washer is in place when replacing the
bolt.
Oil Filter - Under normal conditions, change the oil filter
every 80 hours, however, under extremely dusty
conditions and/or extended operation under
heavy loads, change the oil filter every 40 hours.
The oil filter must be installed by hand. Install the filter
following the instructions printed on the filter.
Oil Pressure
- Check the oil pressure gauge when
starting. The level should raise quickly after starting,
and at full throttle be about 2/3 of the way over in the
normal range. If the oil pressure is not correct, stop the
engine and check oil level. If the oil level is not low,
check your service manual or call your dealer.
Battery (Electric Start models only)
- daily check the
electrolyte level o the battery. Maintain at proper level
by adding only distilled water.
AIR INTAKE SYSTEM
The importance of maintaining an air cleaner in proper
condition cannot be over-emphasized! Dirt induced
through improperly installed, improperly serviced
elements, wears out more engines than does long
hours 'of operation. Furthermore, operating with a
clogged element causes a richer fuel mixture which can
lead to formation of harmful sludge deposits. Always
cover carburetor or air horn when air cleaner is
removed for servicing.
Dry type air cleaner elements should be serviced only
when required. Need for air cleaner service is evident
by a loss of power for no apparent reason.
To clean, remove element and tap lightly on a flat surface
to remove loose surface dirt. Replace element if dirt
does not drop off easily or if the element is