SECTION 4: MAINTENANCE
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
GENERAL BATTERY INFORMATION
WARNING:
Engine maintenance procedures and schedules can
be found in the engine manual that is at the end of
this manual. Follow those schedules for performing
engine maintenance.
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Should battery acid accidentally splatter into the
eyes or onto the skin, rinse the affected area
immediately with clean cold water. If there is any
further discomfort, seek prompt medical attention.
Using the Engine Oil Drain Valve
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Locate the oil drain hose on the left side of the
engine. Refer to Figure 22.
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If acid spills on clothing, first dilute it with clean
water, then neutralize with a solution of ammonia/
water or baking soda/water.
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Route the free end of the oil drain hose toward an
appropriate oil collection container large enough
to collect the used oil (approx. 1.8 qts.;1.7 liters).
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NEVER connect (or disconnect) battery charger
clips to the battery while the charger is turned on,
as it can cause sparks.
Keep all sources of ignition (cigarettes, matches,
lighters) away from the battery. The gas gener-
ated during charging can be combustible.
Oil Filter
Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick
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As a further precaution, only charge the battery in
a well ventilated area.
Always shield eyes and protect skin and clothing
when working near batteries.
WARNING: Batteries contain sulfuric acid
and may emit explosive gases. Use
extreme caution when handling batteries.
Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
Oil Fill Tube
BATTERY REMOVAL
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and
related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash hands after handling.
Square Hd.
Hose Plug
Oil Drain Hose
The battery is located on the right/rear of the tractor
beneath the seat box frame. To remove the battery:
Figure 22
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While holding the free end of the oil drain hose
over the oil collection container, unscrew the
square head hose plug from the end of the hose.
See Figure 22. Drain the engine oil into the
collection container.
After draining the oil, wipe any residual oil from
the oil drain hose. Thread the square head plug
into the drain hose fitting and fully tighten the
plug. Refill the engine through the oil fill tube
following the instructions in the engine manual at
the end of this manual.
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Remove the two hex tapping screws from the bat-
tery holddown bracket and remove the bracket.
Use care to avoid losing the trim strip from the
bottom of the bracket. See Figure 23.
Battery Holddown
Bracket
Hex Tapp Screw
Trim Strip
HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION MAINTENANCE
The zero turn tractor is equipped with dual integrated
hydrostatic pumps, motors, and transaxles that are
sealed and do not require regular maintenance.
All service work on the hydrostatic transmissions
should be performed by your authorized Troy-Bilt
Service Dealer.
Figure 23
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