Q: What type of oil should I use for the engine?
A: In cold weather conditions, SAE 5W-30 Cold Weather Engine Oil should be utilized, and in temperatures hovering over 32°, SAE 30W should be used instead.
Q: How often should I change the engine oil?
A: For the first five running hours, the engine’s oil will need to be changed after that it is necessary to follow the directions provided in Kohler’s engine manual.
Q: What is the maximum slope for safe operation?
A: Always avoid working on slopes greater than 16.7° and exercise extra caution on slopes greater than 8.5°.
Q: How do I replace the mower blades?
A: Mower blades can be replaced by wedging a wood block in between the blade and the housing so that the blade is prevented from rotating and while a capscrew’s counterclockwise rotation is done to remove it.
Q: What should I do if the engine does not start?
A: It is necessary to ensure that the fuel tank has ample fuel in it, the transmission lever has been set into a neutral position, and the PTO lever is in an ‘off’ position.
Q: How do I check the battery fluid level?
A: It is necessary to clean off dirt located around the battery cap and enveloping the cap until the fluid reaches the split ring’s bottom.
If not, top it with distilled water.
Q: What do I need to do if the tractor moves forward or backward when it is in neutral?
A: In this case, there is a need to ensure that the pump control arm roller is centered onto the marking for the neutral position adjustment, exactly as presented in the manual.
Q: Is it possible for me to jump start the tractor?
A: It is advised against jump starting, however, if it becomes imperative, then the procedures in a manual are followed in order to sustain the equipment from misuse.