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Check the gap using a feeler gauge and adjust, if
necessary, by carefully bending the ground
electrode. See Figure 20. Set the spark plug gap to
0.030 in (0.76 mm).
FeelerGauge
Spark Plug
Ground Electrode
Gap
Figure 20
9. Reinstall the spark plug into the cylinder head.
Torque the spark plug to 28132 ft. lb. (38.0/43.4
N.rn).
10. Place the spark plug wire boot over the spark plug
and press until you feel it "click" in place.
FuelFilter
_, ARNING: Do not replace the fuel filter
when the engine is hot.
The engine is equipped with an inline fuel filter located
on the right side of the engine.
Visually inspect the filter periodically for a build-up of
residue inside the filter body, and for a dirty element
which can be indicated by discoloration. Replace the
fuel filter when dirty.
CleaningtheEngine
Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be wiped
off promptly.
Do NOT allow debris to accumulate around the cooling
fins of the engine or on any other part of the machine,
especially the belts and pulleys.
Lubrication
WARNING: Before lubricating, repairing, or
inspecting, always disengage PTO, set
parking brake, stop engine and remove key to
prevent unintended starting.
Engine
Refer to Engineon page 22 for instruction regarding all
engine-related lubrication.
FrontWheels
Each of the front wheel axles and rims is equipped with
a grease fitting. See. Lubricate with 251H EP grease or
an equivalent No. 2 multi-purpose lithium grease after
every 25 hours of tractor operation.
RimGreaseFitting
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Figure 21
PivotPoints& Linkage
Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive system,
parking brake and lift linkage at least once a season
with light oil.
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