Troy-Bilt Super Bronco Manual Del Operador página 23

d. The engine is equipped with a twist-and-pull
drain port. Turn the oil drain valve 1⁄4-turn counter-
clockwise, then pull outward to begin draining oil.
After the oil has finished draining, push the end of
the oil drain valve back in and turn 1⁄4-turn clockwise
to secure it back in place. Re-cap the end of the oil
drain valve to keep debris from entering the drain
port.
e. Skip ahead to Step 7.
6. Removable oil drain hose plug (See Figure 6-2):
a. Remove the oil drain hose from the clip on the left
side of the frame. See Figure 6-2.
b. Remove the oil drain hose plug from the end of the
hose. See Figure 6-2. Drain the engine oil into the
collection container.
c. After draining the oil, wipe any residual oil from the
oil drain hose. Replace the plug on the drain hose and
fully tighten. Replace the oil drain hose into the clip
and snap the clip to secure.
d. Continue with Step 7.
5. Replace the oil filter, and refill the engine with new oil as
instructed in the Engine Operator's Manual.
NOTE: Place an absorbent towel beneath the oil filter to
keep oil off the clutch.
6. To refill the oil, re-install the plug at the end of the tube
and refer to the Engine Operator's Manual for refilling
instructions, oil type and amount.
NOTE : Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission
control devices and systems which are being done at
owner's expense may be performed by any engine repair
establishment or individual. Warranty repairs must be
performed by an authorized dealer.
Hydrostatic Transmission
The hydrostatic transmission is sealed at the factory and is
maintenance-free. The fluid level cannot be checked and the
fluid cannot be changed.
Hydrostatic Neutral Adjustment
If the tractor creeps forward or rearward when neither the forward
nor reverse pedal is depressed, contact your authorized dealer to
have the neutral setting properly adjusted.
Cleaning the Tractor
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, the transmission's cooling fan or on any other part of the
machine.
Smart Jet
Your tractor's deck is equipped with a water port on its surface as
part of its deck wash system.
Use the Smart Jet to rinse grass clippings from the deck's underside
and prevent the buildup of corrosive chemicals. Complete the
following steps AFTER EACH MOWING:
1. Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your lawn, near
enough for your garden hose to reach.
CAUTION:
Make certain the tractor's discharge
chute is directed AWAY from people, your house,
garage, parked cars, etc.
2. Disengage the PTO, set the parking brake and stop the
engine.
3. Thread the hose coupler (packaged with your tractor's
Operator's Manual) onto the end of your garden hose.
4. Attach the hose coupler to the water port on your decks
surface. See Figure 6-3.
Figure 6-3
5. Turn the water on.
6. While sitting in the operator's position on the tractor, start
the engine and place the throttle lever in the FAST
position.
7. Move the tractor's PTO into the engaged (ON) position.
8. Remain in the operator's position with the cutting deck
engaged for a minimum of two minutes, allowing the
underside of the cutting deck to thoroughly rinse.
9. Move the tractor's PTO into the disengaged (OFF) position.
10. Turn the ignition key to the STOP
tractor's engine off.
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