Brake adjustment (see figure 16), Carburetor adjustments, Steering shaft – Bolens LT-185 User Manual
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DECK LEVELING ADJUSTMENT
STEERING GEARS
If an uneven cut is obtained, the deck may be
leveled by following instructions in Assembly section.
BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
(See Figure 16)
The brake is located by the right rear wheel inside
the frame. The brake has been set at the factory to
the proper clearance. During normal operation of this
machine, the brakes are subject to wear and will
require periodic examination and adjustment.
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WARNING:
Do not have the
running when you adjust the brake.
engine
To adjust the brake, adjust the nut so the brake
starts to engage when the brake lever is 1/4" to
5/16" away from the axle housing.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS
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are
WARNING:
If any adjustments
made to the engine while the engine is
running (e.g. carburetor), disengage alt
clutches and blades. Keep clear of all
moving
parts.
Be
careful
of
heated
surfaces and muffler.
Minor carburetor adjustments may be required to
compensate for differences in fuel, temperature,
altitude and load. Refer to separate engine manual
for carburetor adjustment information.
NOTE:
A dirty air cleaner will cause an engine to
run rough. Be certain air cleaner is clean and
Lubricate teeth of steering gears with automotive
multi-purpose grease after every 25 hours of
operation or once a season. See Figure 17.
STEERING SHAFT
Lubricate steering shaft at least once a season with
light oil.
HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION
The hydrostatic transmission is filled at the factory
and does not require checking. If repairs are
needed,
contact
your
local
service
dealer.
(Hydrostatic transmission contains approximately 2.5
quarts of SAE 20W50 oil.)
LINKAGE
Once a season lubricate ail the pivot points on the
clutch, brake and lift linkage with SAE 30 engine oil.
WHEELS
The front wheels are provided with grease fittings.
The rear wheels must be removed from the axle for
lubrication. Lubricate at least once a season with
automotive multi-purpose grease.
PIVOT POINTS
Lubricate all pivot points with light oil at least once a
season.
attached
to
carburetor.
the carburetor before adjusting
BALL JOINTS
SECTION 9: LUBRICATION
The ball joints and drag link ends are permanently
lubricated.
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WARNING:
Always stop engine and
disconnect
spark
plug
wire
before
cleaning, lubricating or doing any kind of
work on lawn tractor.
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