MTD 148-802-000 User Manual

Check the oil level in the crankcase before each use
of the machine and after every two hours of operation.
Keep the oil level between ADD and FULL. See figure
15.
After the first five hours of operating a new engine, drain
the oil (see figure 15) from the crankcase while engine
is still hot and refill crankcase with new oil; thereafter
change the oil after every 25 hours of operation. This
procedure ensures minimum wear of engine parts. To
change the oil, proceed as follows:
Step 1. Remove oil filler plug.
Step 2. Drain the oil.
Step 3. Replace oil filler plug.
Step 4. Refill crankcase with oil. Refer to separate
engine manual for quantity and type of oil.
FUEL FILTER
Your unit is equipped with a replaceable in-line fuel
filter. Replace filter whenever contamination or
discoloration is noticed. Order replacement filter
through your authorized engine service dealer.
WHEEL ALIGNMENT
The front wheels should toe-in approximately 1/8".
Measure the distances A and B on the front wheels.
See figure 16.
■ I^NOTE
Dimension B should be approx¬
imately 1/8 inch less than dimension A.
FIGURE 16.
To adjust the toe-in, loosen the hex jam nut, remove
the elastic lock nut, lift the tie rod end out of the hole
in the steering arm and screw the tie rod end in or out
as necessary. See figure 17.
Reassemble the tie rod end after the correct alignment
is made.
DRAG LINK
If the drag link or ball joints are changed, the new
assembly must be adjusted to the exact same length
as the original. If adjusted incorrectly, it will allow the
tractor to turn sharper one direction than the other.
To take off the drag link, remove the nuts and lock
washers holding the ball joint to the steering gear and
left front axle bracket. See figure 17.
FIGURE 17.
ENGINE
Refer to separate engine manual for all engine
maintenance procedures.
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 quality drinking water.
Never add acid or any other chemicals to the bat¬
tery after initial activation.
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 corrosion.
4. The battery should be kept clean. Any deposits of
acid should be neutralized with soda and water.
Be careful not to get this solution in the cells.
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MTD 148-802-000 Specifications

General

Brand	MTD
Model	148-802-000
Category	Tractor
Language	English