Troy-Bilt Pony - Manual (Page 16)

Maintenance
WARNING: Before performing any maintenance or
repairs, disengage PTO, move shift lever into neutral
position, set parking brake, stop engine and remove
key to prevent unintended starting.
Engine
Refer to the Engine Operator/Owner Manual for engine
maintenance instructions.
Check engine oil level before each use as instructed in the
Engine Operator/Owner Manual packed with your unit. Follow
the instructions carefully.
Changing Engine Oil
For draining oil from the engine’s crankcase, a plastic oil drain
sleeve is packed with this Operator’s Manual. To drain the oil,
proceed as follows:
Unscrew the oil fill cap and remove the dipstick from the oil
fill tube.
Snap the small end of oil drain sleeve onto the oil sump.
See Fig. 6-1.
Remove drain plug and drain oil into a suitable container
with a capacity of no less than 64 oz.
Perform the above steps in the opposite order after oil has
finished draining.
Refill the engine with new motor oil as instructed in the
Engine Operator/Owner Manual packed with your unit.
IMPORTANT: Refer to the Engine Operator/Owner Manual
packed with your unit for information regarding the quantity and
proper viscosity of motor oil.
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Figure 6-1
Air Cleaner
Service the pre-cleaner and cartridge/air cleaner element as
instructed in the Engine Operator/Owner Manual packed with
your unit.
Spark Plug
The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap reset once a
season. Spark plug replacement is recommended at the start
of each mowing season. Refer to the Engine Operator/Owner
Manual for correct plug type and gap specifications.
Lubrication
WARNING: Before lubricating, repairing, or
inspecting, always disengage PTO, move shift lever
into neutral position, set parking brake, stop engine
and remove key to prevent unintended starting.
Engine
Lubricate the engine with motor oil as instructed in the Engine
Owner Manual packed with your unit.
Pivot Points & Linkage
Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive system, parking brake
and lift linkage at least once a season with light oil.
Rear Wheels
The rear wheels should be removed from the axles once a
season. Lubricate the axles and the rims well with an all-purpose
grease before re-installing them.
Cleaning the Engine And Deck
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.
IMPORTANT: The use of a pressure washer to clean your
tractor is NOT recommended. It may cause damage to electrical
components, spindles, pulleys, bearings or the engine.
Deck Wash System™
A hex plug can be found on your tractor’s deck surface. See Fig. 6-2
on the next page.
This plug can be replaced with a water port to be used as part of
a separately-available deck wash system.
The Deck Wash System™ is used to rinse grass clippings from the
deck’s underside and prevent the buildup of corrosive chemicals.
NOTE: Refer to the Attachments & Accessories section of this
manual for information regarding this and other separately-
available attachments & accessories for your tractor.
Maintenance & Adjustments
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