User manual MTD RZT17

[. . . ] OPERATOR’S MANUAL RZT SERIES TRACTOR Model Number RZT 17 w/42" Mower Deck IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forestcovered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P. [. . . ] - If the tractor tracks to the right, adjust the control lever stop bolt on the left side. - If the tractor tracks to the left, adjust the control lever stop bolt on the right side. €¢ • 22 • Locate the applicable stop bolt on the left or right console. Pulley Spring Drive Belt PTO Pulley Figure 24 • Loosen the jam nut on the stop bolt, then turn the stop bolt counterclockwise to make it longer. Recheck the tracking and fine tune the adjustment as necessary. NOTE: If the stop bolt is adjusted too far, the tracking problem will change sides. Make fine tuning adjustments by shortening the same bolt. Tighten the jam nut against the console and reposition the control lever if necessary. €¢ Figure 25 Using the ratchet for leverage, pivot the idler bracket and idler pulley away from the backside of the ‘V" belt; then lift the belt off and above the engine pulley and off the idler pulley. With the belt loose, lift the belt off, up and over the two transmission drive pulleys. Remove the belt from the engine and idler pulleys. Loop the new belt and slide over and onto the two transmission pulleys. Route the belt above the idler bracket back to the engine drive pulley. Lift the belt over the PTO pulley and above the engine drive pulley. Using the ratchet for leverage, pivot the idler bracket and idler pulley against the spring tension; then slip the belt down into the engine drive pulley and onto the idler pulley. Release the idler bracket so that the idler pulley tightens against the back side of the belt and tensions the drive belt. €¢ • • • TRANSMISSION DRIVE BELT If the transmission drive belt becomes worn and causes the drive transmissions to slip, the drive belt must be replaced. To replace the drive belt, proceed as follows: • Remove the deck drive belt from the PTO clutch on the bottom of the engine following the instructions in Deck Removal, SECTION 5: MOWER DECK. From beneath the rear of the tractor, insert a 3/8 inch drive ratchet into the square hole of the drive idler bracket. €¢ • • • 23 TRACTOR STORAGE If your tractor is not going to be operated for an extended period of time (thirty days to approximately six months), the tractor should be prepared for storage. Store the tractor in a dry and protected location. If stored outside, cover the tractor (including the tires) to protect it from the elements. [. . . ] Normal wear parts or components thereof are subject to separate terms as follows: All normal wear parts or component failures will be covered on the product for a period of 30 days regardless of cause. After 30 days, but within the two year period, normal wear part failures will be covered ONLY IF caused by defects in materials or workmanship of OTHER component parts. Normal wear parts and components include, but are not limited to: batteries, belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, snow thrower skid shoes, shave plates, auger spiral rubber, and tires. hOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available , WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE , through your local authorized service dealer. [. . . ]