Bolens 131-730A - Manual (Page 11)

after every 25 hours of operation. This procedure
ensures minimum wear of engine parts. To change
the oil, proceed as follows:
Step1. Remove oil filler plug.
Step 2. Drain the oil.
steps. Replace oil filler plug.
Step 4. Refill crankcase with oil. See page 10 for
quantity and type of oil.
FIGURE 12
STEERING GEARS—Wipe off the old grease and
dirt. After every 25 hours of operation place an
automotive multi-purpose grease in the teeth of
the segment and pinion gears. See figure 13.
MENT GEAR
TRANSAXLE—The transaxle is lubricated and
sealed at the factory. It is not necessary to check
the lubrication level unless the transaxle is
disassembled for repair. The transaxle is lubrciated
with 24 ounces of E.P. Lithium grease. See figure 14.
FIGURE 13.
FIGURE 14.
LINKAGE—Once a season lubricate all the pivot
points on the clutch, brake and lift linkage with
SAE 30 engine oil.
WHEEL BEARINGS—The front wheel bearings and
king pin bearings have Oilon PV 80 bearings that
require no lubrication.
BALL JOINTS—The ball joints and drag link ends
permanently lubricated.
MAINTENANCE OF BATTERY
1. Check electrolyte level periodically (at least
every two weeks). Keep the level to the split
rings. Use only distilled water or a good quali­
ty drinking water. Never add acid or any other
chemicals to the battery after initial activa­
tion.
2. The battery should be checked with a
hydrometer after every 25 hours of operation.
If the specific gravity is less than 1.225, the
battery
should be recharged. Maximum
charge rate 5 amps.
3. Coat the terminals and exposed wire with a
thin coat of grease or petroleum jelly for
longer service and protection against corro­
sion.
4. The battery should be kept clean. Any
deposits of acid should be neutralized with
soda and water. Be careful not to get this solu­
tion in the cells.
5. Avoid tipping the battery. Even a “sealed” bat­
tery will leak electrolyte when tipped.
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