Bercomac Subframe & Drive Mechanism for JOHN DEERE Series X300 - Manual (Page 18)

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MAINTENANCE & DISMOUNTING
MAINTENANCE
a) Check mounting bolts at frequent intervals for
proper tightness to be sure equipment is in safe
working condition.
b) Apply oil at all pivot points.
c) Check and adjust tractor tire pressure as follows:
Front tires: 13-14 psi
Back tires: 9-10 psi
Tire pressure must be even on both sides of the
tractor.
DRIVE MECHANISM DISMOUNTING
SEE ATTACHMENT OWNER'S MANUAL
(SNOWBLOWER, BROOM AND BLADE) FOR
DISMOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS.
a) Dismount
the attachment.
b) Remove the rear counterweight when you remove
the front attachment.
c) Dismount the drive mechanism by removing the
front pin. Carefully lower to the ground. Remove the
belt from engine pulley.
d) You may leave the subframe on tractor all year long
or remove it if preferred.
e) Reinstall mower if needed.
BELT REPLACEMENT
Drive Mechanism Belt:
Before replacing the belt, check the belt tension. If
necessary, secure the spring in the second hole of
the idler arm. If belt tension is still insufficient, replace
belt as described below.
Remove the bolt that holds the idler pulley.
Replace the belt and re-install the tension pulley.
Re-install the drive mechanism.
END OF SEASON STORAGE
a) Clean and paint all parts from which paint has worn.
b) Apply oil at all pivot points.
c) Inspect and replace all defective parts before using
again.