John Deere 5203 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
Service
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Cleaning Grille, Screens, Radiator and Oil
Cooler
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A—Grille
B—Side Screens
C—Radiator
1. Whenever trash builds up on front grille (A) or side
screens (B), stop engine and brush clean.
CAUTION: Reduce compressed air to less than
210 kPa (2 bar) (30 psi) when using for cleaning
purposes. Clear area of bystanders, guard
against flying chips, and wear personal
protection equipment including eye protection.
2. Remove side screens (B), and see if trash has built up
on radiator (C). If so, carefully remove it using a brush
or compressed air.
3. If a more thorough cleaning is necessary, clean
radiator from behind with compressed air or water.
Straighten any bent fins.
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Prevent Battery Explosions
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Keep sparks, lighted matches, and open flame away from
the top of battery. Battery gas can explode.
Never check battery charge by placing a metal object
across the posts. Use a volt-meter or hydrometer.
Do not charge a frozen battery; it may explode. Warm
battery to 16°C (60°F).
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