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Maintenance
WARNING! Before performing any maintenance or
repairs, disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop
engine and remove key to prevent unintended
starting.
Engine
Refer to the separate engine Owner’s Manual for all engine
maintenance procedures and instructions.
NOTE: Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission
control devices and systems which are being done at owner’s
expense may be performed by any engine repair establishment
or individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an
authorized Troy-Bilt Service Dealer.
Changing the Engine Oil
WARNING! If the engine has been recently run, the
engine, muffler and surrounding metal surfaces will
be hot and can cause burns to the skin. Exercise
caution to avoid burns.
NOTE: The oil filter should be changed at every oil change
interval. To complete an oil change, proceed as follows:
Run the engine for a few minutes to allow the oil in the
crankcase to warm up. Warm oil will flow more freely and
carry away more of the engine sediment which may have
settled at the bottom of the crankcase. Use care to avoid
burns from hot oil.
Open the tractor’s hood and locate the oil drain port on the
right side of the engine.
Pop open the protective cap on the end of the oil drain
valve to expose the drain port. See Fig 6-1.
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Remove the oil fill cap/ dipstick from the oil fill tube.
Push the oil drain hose (packed with this manual) onto the
oil drain port. Route the opposite end of the hose into an
appropriate oil collection container with at least a 2.5 quart
capacity, to collect the used oil.
Pinch the tabs on the oil drain valve, then pull outward to
begin draining oil. See the inset in Fig 6-1.
After the oil has finished draining, push the end of the oil
drain valve back in, until the tabs click into place. Re-cap
the end of the oil drain valve to keep debris from entering
the drain port.
Replace the oil filter as instructed in the separate engine
Owner’s Manual.
Refill the engine with new oil. Refer to the engine Owner’s
Manual for information regarding the proper volume and
weight of engine oil
Air Cleaner
Service the cartridge/air cleaner element as instructed in the
engine Owner’s Manual.
Spark Plug
The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap reset once a
season. Refer to the engine Owner’s Manual for correct plug type
and gap specifications.
Transmission
The transmission is sealed at the factory and is maintenance-
free. The fluid level cannot be checked and the fluid cannot be
changed.
Battery
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING!
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer and
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
The battery is sealed and is maintenance-free. Acid levels cannot
be checked and fluid can not be added.
Always keep the battery cables and terminals clean and
free of corrosive build-up.
After cleaning the battery and terminals, apply a light coat
of petroleum jelly or grease to both terminals.
CAUTION: If removing the battery for cleaning,
disconnect the NEGATIVE (Black) wire from it’s
terminal first, followed by the POSITIVE (Red) wire.
When re-installing the battery, always connect the
POSITIVE (Red) wire its terminal first, followed by the
NEGATIVE (Black) wire. Be certain that the wires are
connected to the correct terminals; reversing them
could result in serious damage to your engine’s
alternating system.
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Figure 6-1
Maintenance & Adjustments
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