Please Read and Save These InstructionsEffective Date: 07-01-06
For Safety, Read All Safety and Operation P/N 9000-30
Instructions Prior to Operating Machine
™
Foreword
Dear Walker Servicing Professional,
This manual is provided as a resource for you to not only repair but also maintain Walker mowers,
decks and implements. Your service capability as a Walker dealer is valuable to the strength and
vitality of our program—many customers base their purchases on the type of dealer ser vice they receive.
I would encourage you to use this man ua l in conj unction with th e en gine ser v ice m anu als you may
have. I would also encourage you to “stay close” to the W alker Service Site (service.walkermfg.com),
because we have found it to be the easiest way to keep our dealers up to date with current
information and product changes. This manual is also indexed on the service site and can be useful
for you in that manner as well. Please also know that this is a “live and working” document that will
continue to be updated as the product changes and needed changes within the document are
identified. Updates will be posted immediately on the service site and the printed document will be
updated with each printing.
Whatever way you decide to source the information in this document, please und erstand that many
of the procedures and adjustm ents in this b ook ar e critical to the optimal and safe performance of
the mower . If anything in this manual is confusing or hard to understa nd, please call our service department, at (970) 221-5614, for clarification before repairing or servicing the mower.
This manual does not replace the owner’s manual included with each mower or the customer’s obligation to properly and safely operate any piece of Walker equipment.
Specifications given are based on the latest information available at the time this manual was produced.
Walker Manufacturing Company is continually striving to impr ove the design and performance of it s
products. We reserve the r ight to make changes in spec ifications and design without thereb y incurring any obligation relative to previously manufactured products
There are many terms that are either unique to this
equipment or that are used as acronyms. The following
terms and their definitions will help while using this
manual:
•DECK is the mowing attachment mounted on the
front of the tractor which includes the carrier frame,
deck housing, blade drive gearboxes, and cutter
blades.
•ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU) controls
engine functions such as spark timing, fuel/air ratio,
etc.
•FORWARD SPEED CONTROL (FSC) controls
the maximum forward speed of the tractor; functioning as a cruise control.
•GRASS HANDLING SYSTEM (GHS
mowed material and deposits it in the catcher.
•GRASS-PAK
delivery spout (in the catcher) and activates the
“full” signal horn when the grass catcher is full.
®
SWITCH is mounted on the grass
®
) collects
•POWER TAKE-OFF (PTO) transmits engine pow-
er to run the cutter blades and GHS blower.
•POWERFIL
throughout the interior of the grass catcher by an
oscillating delivery spout.
•RIGHT HAND (RH) refers to the right-hand side of
the tractor when the operator is facing forward from
the operator position.
®
spreads the mowed material
•SIDE DISCHARGE (SD) mows but does not col-
lect the mowed material.
•STEERING LEVERS steer the tractor by
controlling the dual hydrostatic transmissions or
transaxles.
•TRACTOR is the prime mover, including the
engine, drive train, and controls to operate the
mower.
•TRANSAXLE transmits and controls po wer from
the ground drive belt to the main drive wheel.
•TRANSAXLE LOCKOUT RODS release the tran-
saxles to permit freewheeling the tractor.
•GROUND DRIVE refers to the dual hydrostatic
transmissions or transaxles which drive the main
wheels.
•HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION transmits and
controls power from the ground drive belt to the
main drive wheel.
•IMPLEMENT refers to the Perfaerator, dozer
blade, rotary broom, two-stage snowblower, and
debris blower.
•LEFT HAND (LH) refers to the left-hand side of the
tractor when the operator is facing forward from the
operator position.
•NEUTRAL LOCKOUT releases the hydrostatic
transaxles to permit freewheeling the tractor.
•PISTOL GRIPS steer the tractor by controlling the
dual hydrostatic transaxles.
•TRANSMISSION LOCKOUT releases the hydro-
static transmissions to permit freewheeling the
tractor.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
IDENTIFYING NUMBER LOCATIONS
Model MS, MB, MC, MD, MT
The tractor serial number plate is affixed to the tractor
body just below the left rear corner of the seat. The
mower deck serial number plate is affixed alon gside the
angle iron framing on the LH side of the LH mower
blade drive. Model and serial numbers are helpful
when obtaining replacement parts and maintenance
assistance.
Serial Number
Model MW
The mower serial number is affixed to RH side of the inside of the unit housing. Model and serial numbers are
helpful when obtaining replacement parts and maintenance assistance.
Ref. RH
Drive Wheel
Ref. Engine
Air Cleaner
Serial
Number Plate
Tractor Serial Number Location - Model MW
(Top View of Tractor)
Tractor Serial Number Location
(Model MT shown)
Serial Number
Mower Deck Serial Number Location
(DGHS48 Deck shown)
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ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION
Model MC, MT, MTL, MTEFI, MTLEFI
Refer to the engine manual for the location of the engine serial number. For the mower model(s) covered
by this manual, an engine manual is available from
Kohler covering the Kohler engines.
Serial Number
Engine Serial Number Location - Model MT, MTEFI
Serial Number
Model MD
Refer to the engine manual for the location of the engine serial number. For the mower model covered by
this manual, an engine manual is available from Kubot a
covering the Kubota D722 diesel engi ne (liquid cooled).
Serial Number
Engine Serial Number Location (MD)
Model MS
The Kawasaki engine model, type, and code numbers
are located on the starter side of th e engine shroud.
For the mower model covered by this manual, an
engine manual is available from Kawasaki to cover the
Kawasaki FE400.
Engine Serial Number Location -
Model MTL, MTLEFI
Engine Serial Number Location (MC)
Serial Number
Engine Serial Number Location (MS)
(view from right side of tractor)
Serial Number
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Model MW
The Kawasaki engine model, type, and code numbers
are located on the side of the engine opposite the recoil
starter handle (on the aluminum housing). For the mower model covered by this ma nu al, a n en g ine m a nu al is
available from Kawasaki to cover the Kawasaki
FH430V.
Serial Number
Model MB
The Briggs & Stratton engine model, type, and code
numbers are located on the left hand of the engine
shroud. For the mower model covered by this manual,
an engine manual is available from Briggs & Stratton to
cover this engine.
Serial Number
Engine Serial Number Location (MB)
Engine Serial Number Location (MW)
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PRODUCT REGISTRATION
Product registration is available online. Go to
www.service.walkermfg.com/registration/register.py to
fill out registration information.
Registration Link
Product Registration Link
MANUFACTURER INFORMATION
Service manuals are available for each of these components from their respective manufacturers as follows:
API SG,SH, SJ or higher Grade Oil Only with 10W-30 Viscosity
above 0° F (-18° C), or 5W-20 or 5W-30 Viscosity below 32° F (0° C)
API CC/CD/CE Grade Oil Only with 10W-30 Viscosity or 30W
above 77° F (25° C) Only
API SC/SD/SE/SF/SG/SH Grade Oil Only with 10W-30/10W-40
Viscosity or 40W Above 68° F (20° C) Only
SF/SG/SH/SJ or Higher Grade Oil Only with 30W Viscosity
Above 40° F (4° C)
Oil Filter
MT, MTL, MTEFI
MD
MC
MS
MW
MB
Coolant (MTL, MD Only)50/50 Pre-Mix Anti-freeze/ water
Cooling Fan (MTL, MD Only)Electric radiator cooling fan with reversible self-cleaning action
Fuel Tank Capacity
MT, MTL, MTEFI, MD
MC, MW, MB
MS
Fuel
MT, MTL, MTEFI, MC, MS, MW
MD
MB
Cooling System Capacity
MT, MTEFI, MC, MS, MW, MB
MTL, MD
12 050 01 S
15841-32439
28-050-01
49065-2057
49065-2078
492932
12 Volt, 35 AH, 295 CCA
12 Volt, 41AH, 340 CCA (Interstate U1-SP40)
12 Volt, 230 CCA (Interstate SP-30)
12-Volt, Interstate PC1250
12 Volt, 220 CCA (Interstate PC12/80)
Flywheel Alternator
Automotive Type Alternator
12.5 Amp Alternator
15 Amp DC (Regulated)
25 Amp DC (Regulated)
12.5 Amp DC (Regulated)
13 Amp DC (Regulated)
16 Amp DC (Regulated)
12 Volt Electric Ring-Gear Type, Solenoid Shift
12 Volt Electric Key and Solen oid Operated
Recoil Starter
Ignition Lockout by Seat Switch, T ransmission Neutral an d Blade
Clutch
Ignition Lockout by Operator Presence Lever, Transmission
Neutral and Blade Clutch
Auto Reset (30A)
Auto Reset (40A)
Replaceable Fuse (20A)
Manual Reset (10A)
Manual Reset (15A)
Dual Hydrostatic, Eaton Model 7, Each Wheel Independently
Driven
Dual, Independent Hydro-Gear Integrated Transaxles
®
Electronic
Steering
MT, MTL, MTEFI, MD, MC, MS, MB
MW
Hand Lever Control / Individual Wheel
Handle Pistol Grips / Individual Wheel
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Forward Speed Control
MT, MTL, MTEFI, MD, MC, MS, MB
MW
Service Brake
MT, MTL, MTEFI, MD, MC, MS
MW, MB
Parking Brake
MT, MTL, MTEFI, MD, MC, MS
MW, MB
Neutral
All ModelsTransmission Release by Manual Dump Valve
Final Drive
MT, MTL, MTEFI, MD, MC, MS
MW, MB
Transmission Fluid
Factory Service
MT, MTL, MTEFI, MD, MC, MS
MW
MB
Alternate Transmission Fluid
MT, MTL, MTEFI, MD, MC, MS
MW, MB
Transmission Fluid Capacity
MT, MTL, MTEFI, MD, MC, MS
MW, MB
Transmission Cooling
All ModelsCooling Fan Mounted on Drive Pulley
Ground Travel Speed
Forward m.p.h. (km/h)
MT, MTEFI
MTL
MD, MC, MS, MW
MB
Reverse m.p.h. (km/h)
MT, MTEFI, MD, MC, MS
MTL
MW
MB
Precision Friction Lock Lever, Cruise Control, with Neutral-Park
Position
Variable Speed Controlled by Rocker Switch Near RH Thumb,
with Neutral Park Setting
Dynamic Braking through Hydrostatic Transmission
Mechanical Lockout for each Transmission (Single Lever
Control)
Mechanical Pin Lock in Transmission Gear
Mechanical Cog Lock on Transm ission Gear
Gear Drive Axle
Direct Drive Axle from Transaxle
Mobil 1 Synthetic Motor Oil (15W-50)
20W50 Multi-Viscosity Motor Oil
20W50 Multi-Viscosity Motor Oil (Minimum SL Grade Oil)
SAE 30W Straight Viscosity Motor Oil
20W50 Synthetic Motor Oil
8 x 3.00-4 Pneumatic (4-Ply)
11 x 4.00-5 Pneumatic
Drive
MT, MTL, MTEFI, MD
MC
MS
MW, MB
Drive (Optional Narrow Tire)
MT, MTL, MTEFI, MD, MW, MB
MC
MS
Drive (Optional Wide Tire)
MT, MTL, MTEFI, MD
MS
Rear
MC, MS, MB
MW
Rear (Dual)
MT, MTL, MTEFI, MD
Rear Wheel (Optional)
MW8.25 x 2.75 Foamed Rubber
18 x 9.50-8 (4-Ply)
18 x 8.50-8 (4-Ply Low-Profile)
18 x 6.50-8 (4-Ply)
18 x 8.50-10 (4-Ply Low-Profile)
N/A
18 x 6.50-8 (4-Ply)
18 x 8.50-8 (4-Ply)
18 x 9.50-8 (4-Ply)
18 x 8.50-8 (4-Ply)
13 x 6.50-6 (4-Ply)
8 x 3.00-4 Pneumatic (4-Ply)
13 x 5.00-6 (4-Ply)
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TIRE PRESSURE
Deck Caster Wheel
All Models20 PSI (137 kPa)
Drive
All Models15 PSI (103 kPa)
Rear
All Models20 PSI (137 kPa)
DIMENSIONS (Tracto r and Mower) (**MT, MTEFI, MTL, MD)
Length
MT, MTL, MTEFI, MD
MW
MB
36 in. (91 cm) GHS Model
MC, MS87 in. (221 cm)
42 in. (107 cm) GHS Model
MC, MS89 in. (226 cm)
Width
MT, MTL, MTEFI, MD
MW
36 in. (91 cm) SD Model
(with Deflector)
MC, MS, MB41-3/4 in. (106 cm)
42 in. (107 cm) SD Model
(with Deflector)
MC, MS, MB47-3/4 in. (121 cm)
91 in. (231 cm)
80 in. (203 cm)
82 in. (208 cm)
49 in. (124 cm)
48-3/4 in. (124 cm)
48 in. (122 cm) SD Model
(with Deflector)
MB53-3/4 in. (137 cm)
56 in. (142 cm) SD Model
(with Deflector)
MB61-3/4 in. (157 cm)
36 in. (91 cm) GHS Model
MC, MS37 in. (94 cm)
42 in. (107 cm) GHS Model
MC, MS43 in. (109 cm)
Height
MT, MTL, MTEFI, MD
MW
MB
SD Model
MC, MS37-1/2 in. (95 cm)
GHS Model
MC, MS44-1/2 in. (112 cm)
Wheel Base (Tractor)
MT, MTL, MTEFI, MD, MC, MS
MW
MB
44 in. (112 cm)
44-3/4 in. (114 cm)
39 in. (99 cm)
42-1/4 in. (107 cm)
22 in. (56 cm)
38-1/2 in. (98 cm)
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Tread Width (Tractor)
Standard Tires
MC, MS28-1/4 in. (72 cm)
Tread Width (Tractor)
MT, MTL, MTEFI, MD, MB
MW
Optional Tires
MC, MS29-3/4 in. (76 cm)
MOWER DECK
Width of Cut SD/GHS
MT, MTL, MTEFI, MD
MC, MS
MW
MB
Cutting Height
All Models1 to 4 in. (3 to 10 cm)
Height Adjustment
All Models7 Positions - 1/2 in. (1 cm) Increment Hitch Pins Installed in
Blade Size
29-3/4 in. (76 cm)
29-1/4 in. (74 cm)
42 or 48 in. (107 or 122 cm)
36 or 42 in. (91 or 107 cm)
36-, 42-, 48-, 52-, or 56-in. (91, 107, 122, 132, or 142 cm)
36-, 42-, 48-, or 56-in. (91, 107, 122 or 142 cm)
Multi-Position Deck Support
36 in. (91 cm) SD Model
MT, MTL, MTEFI, MD, MW
MC, MS, MB
42 in. (107 cm) SD Model
All Models22 in. (56 cm) Two (2) Clockwise-Rotating Blades with a 2 in.
48 in. (122 cm) SD Model
MT, MTL, MTEFI, MD, MC, MS
MW
MB
56 in. (142 cm) SD Model
MB Only20 in. (51 cm) Three (3) Clockwise-Rotating Blades with a 2
36 in. (91 cm) GHS Model
MT, MTL, MTEFI, MD, MW, MB
MC, MS
42 in. (107 cm) GHS Model
MT, MTL, MTEFI, MD, MW, MB
MC, MS
N/A
20 in. (51 cm) Two (2) Clockwise-Rotating Blades with a 4 in.
(10 cm) Center Overlap
(5 cm) Center Overlap
N/A
48 in. (122 cm) 25 in. (64 cm) 2 in. (5 cm) Center Overlap
(Two Blades, CW Rotation)
25 in. (64 cm) Two (2) Clockwise-Rotating Blades with a 2 in.
(5 cm) Center Overlap
in. (5 cm) Center Overlap
N/A
20 in. (51 cm) Two (2) Counter-Rotating Blades with a 4 in.
(10 cm) Center Overlap
N/A
22 in. (56 cm) Two (2) Counter-Rotating Blades with a 2 in.
(5 cm) Center Overlap
48 in. (122 cm) GHS
MT, MTL, MTEFI, MD
MC, MS, MW, MB
25 in. (64 cm) 2 in. (5 cm) Center Overlap (Two Blades,
Counter Rotate)
N/A
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Deck Suspension
All ModelsTorsion-Flex Frame with Caster Wheels and
Counterweight Springs
CURB WEIGHT (Approximate)
SD Tractor Only
MT, MTEFI
MTL
MD
MC
MS
MW, MB
GHS Tractor Only
MT, MTEFI
MTL
MD
MC
MS
MW, MB
Tractor Only
MW***
MB
660 lb (299 kg)
705 lb (320 kg)
760 lb (345 kg)
645 lb (293 kg)
490 lb (224 kg)
N/A
785 lb (356 kg)
845 lb (383 kg)
850 lb (386 kg)
735 lb (334 kg)
565 lb (256 kg)
N/A
370 lb (168 kg)
564 lb (256 kg)
SD Tractor and 36 in. SD Deck
MT, MTL, MTEFI, MD, MW
MC
MS
MB
SD Tractor and 42 in. SD Deck
MT, MTL, MTEFI, MD, MW
MC
MS
MB
SD Tractor and 48 in. SD Deck
MT, MTL, MTEFI, MD, MC, MS, MW
MB
GHS Tractor and 36 in. GHS Deck
MT, MTL, MTEFI, MD, MB, MW
MC
MS
GHS Tractor and 42 in. GHS Deck
MT, MTL, MTEFI, MD, MW, MB
MC
MS
Tractor and Mower
MT**, MTEFI**
MTL**
MD**
MC, MS, MW, MB
N/A
775 lb (352 kg)
635 lb (288 kg)
709 lb (322 kg)
N/A
810 lb (368 kg)
670 lb (304 kg)
744 lb (337 kg)
N/A
769 lb (349 kg)
N/A
860 lb (390 kg)
715 lb (324 kg)
N/A
895 lb (406 kg)
735 lb (340 kg)
990 lb (449 kg)
1050 lb (476 kg)
1020 lb (463 kg)
N/A
**Dimensions and weight shown are for 48 in. (122 cm) GHS Model (typical).
Dimensions for Tractor and Mower with 42 in. (107 cm) deck are:
Length = 88 in. (224 cm)
Width = 43 in. (110 cm)
For SD Models, subtract 7 in. (18 cm) from the height.
Deck weight for 48 in. (122 cm) Tilt-Up deck = 205 lb (93 kg). Deck sizes range from 42 to 74 in.
(107 to 157 cm), with corresponding deck weights ranging from 170 to 400 lb (77 to 136 kg).
Optional (9.5 Bushel) Grass Catcher adds approx. 5 lb (2 kg) and 5 in. (13 cm) in Height
*** Dimensions and weight shown are for 48 in. (122 cm) SD Deck (Typical)
Δ
Optional (9.5 Bushel) Grass Catcher adds approx. 5 lb (2 kg) and 5 in. (13 cm) in Height
NOTE: The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes in specifications shown herein at any time
without notice or obligation.
Model MS, MC, MD, MT, MTL, MTEFI ......................................................1-30
Model MB ..................................................................................................1-31
Model MS, MB, MC, MD, MT, MTL, MTEFI ..............................................1-32
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SET-UP
Tractor Set up
Tire Installation (Tractor)
Model MS, MC, MD, MT, MTL, MTEFI
• Install the drive tires using the eight (8) lug bolts that
are supplied with the owner's packet of materials. Bolts
are torqued to 75 to 85 ft-lb.
Model MW, MB
• Install the drive tires using the eight (8) lug nuts that
are supplied with the owner's packet of materials.
All Models
• Check and adjust the inflation of the tires. The tire in-
flation recommendations are:
Drive = 15 PSI (103 kPa)
Rear = 20 PSI (137 kPa)
Battery Service
Model MT, MTL, MTEFI
CAUTION
Important Battery Service, Installation, and
Changing Tip s for M TEFI:
• Do not allow the battery cables to touch
opposing terminals. When connecting
battery cables attach the positive (+) cable
to positive (+) battery terminal first, followed
by negative (-) cable to n egative (-) batt ery
terminal.
• Never start the engine when the cables
are loose or poorly connected to the
battery terminals.
• Never disconnect battery while engine is
running.
• Never use a quick battery charger to
start the engine.
• Never "jump start" the engine using
another source. Electricity fluctuations can
damage the ECU (Electronic Control Unit)
on EFI Models.
• Do not charge battery with key switch
"on."
• Always disconnect negative (-) battery
cable lead before charging battery, unplug
harness from ECU on EFI Models, before
performing any welding on equipment.
Model MD, MT, MTL, MTEFI
Raise front mower body up for battery access. Check
the battery for electrolyte level and charge. The electrolyte level should be at the bottom of the vent wells [1/
4 to 1/2 in. (6 to 13 mm) above plates]. If the specific
gravity is less than 1.225, the battery needs charging. If
the battery has been shipped dry, or is wet but needs
service, refer to the following instructions.
Model MS, MC
Tilt mower body up (lift on rear of body) for battery access. Check the battery for electrolyte level and charge.
The electrolyte level should be at the bottom of the vent
wells [1/4 to 1/2 in. (6 to 13 mm) above plates]. If the
specific gravity is less than 1.225, the battery needs
charging. If the battery has been shipped dry , or is wet
but needs service, refer to the following instruc tio ns .
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Model MW, MB
The battery is a completely sealed, non-serviceable
battery.
Front of Mower
Ref. Engine
Battery Location - Model MW
All Models
IMPORTANT: Make sure battery is secu rel y mo unted
in the frame. A loose battery may cause damage to the
case resulting in acid leakage and severe damage to
the machine. A hazard may be created by damage to
critical working parts and safety systems.
Dry Battery Service - MS, MC, MD, MT, MTL, MTEFI
DANGER
Activating a battery can be dangerous.
DO NOT attempt to activate the battery
unless you are experienced in battery service work. The following activation and
charging instructions are provided for
use by a trained battery technician.
DANGER
Battery electrolyte is a poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid solution.
• Avoid spillage and contact with skin,
eyes, and clothing - causes severe burns.
• To prevent accidents, wear safety gog-
gles and rubber gloves when working with
electrolyte.
• Neutralize acid spills with baking soda
and water solution.
Wet Battery Service - MS, MC, MD, MT, MTL, MTEFI
If the battery has been shipped wet, but the electrolyte
level is low or the battery needs to be charged then:
1.Fill each battery cell with drinking water to the bottom of the vent wells.
2.Charge battery. Refer to Battery Charging in this
section.
To fill (activate) battery with electrolyte (if battery has
been shipped dry):
1.Remove the battery hold down bar , disconnect the
battery cables and lift the battery out of the tray.
IMPORTANT: Battery must be removed from the
mower before filling with electrolyte.
IMPORTANT: Obtain and use only battery grade
sulfuric acid electrolyte with a 1.265 specific gravity
to activate the battery. DO NOT use water or any
other liquid during initial activation.
2.Remove the filler caps and carefully fill each cell
until the electrolyte is just above the plates.
3.After the battery is filled with electrolyte, replace
the filler caps and charge the battery . Refer to Bat-tery Charging.
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Battery Charging - MS, MC, MD, MT , MTL, MTEFI
DANGER
BA TTE RIES PR ODUCE EXPLOSIV E GASES
• Charge the battery in a well-ventilated
area, so that gases produced wh ile charging can dissipate.
• Keep sparks, flames, and smoking mate-
rials away from the battery at all times.
• Make sure the battery cap vents are open
after the battery is filled with acid (check
manifold vent on each cap).
• Make sure the battery charger is unplug-
ged before connecting or disconnecting
cables to the battery.
IMPORTANT: On MTEFI and MTLEFI models, al-
ways disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal
before charging. Failure to do so can result in damage to the ECU.
1.Charge the battery at 15 amps for 10 minutes. DONOT exceed 20 amps maximum recommended
charging rate. Charge until specific gravity is at
least 1.250. T ot al charging time should not exceed
one (1) hour.
2.After charging the battery, adjust the electrolyte
level to the bottom of the vent wells [1/4 to 1/2 in. (6
to 13 mm) above the plates].
IMPORTANT: DO NOT overfill the battery. Electrolyte will overflow through the vented caps onto
parts of the machine and WILL result in severe corrosion.
3.Install battery.
Battery Charging - Model MW, MB
DANGER
BA TTE RIES PRODUCE EXPLOSIV E GASES
• Charge the battery in a well-ventilated
area, so that gases pr oduced while charging can dissipate.
• Keep sparks, flames, and smoking mate-
rials away from the battery at all times.
• Make sure the battery charger is unplug-
ged before connecting or disconnecting
cables to the battery.
Limit initial charging current to 1000mA. Charge until
battery voltage (under charge) reaches 14.40 to 14.70
volts at 68°F (20°C). Hold at 14.40 to 14.70 volts until
current drops to approximately 50mA. Battery is fully
charged under these conditions, and charger should be
disconnected.
NOTE: Due to the self-discharge characteristics of
this type of battery , it is imperative that it be charged after 6-9 months of storage, otherwise permanent loss of
capacity might occur as a result of sulfation.
Battery Installation - All Models
IMPORTANT: Make sure battery is securely mounted
in the frame. A loose battery may cause damage to the
case resulting in acid leakage and severe damage to
the machine. A hazard may be created by damage to
critical working parts and safety systems.
Install the battery in the mower as shown in Battery In-stallation photo. Connect the positive (+) first and then
the negative (-) cables to th e proper battery terminal
(red cable and boot connects to the Posit ive (+) terminal). Slide the rubber boot up and over the batterypost, making sure it covers the post comple tely to prevent an electrical short.
WARNING
Make sure the battery cap vent s are open.
Improper venting of the battery COULD
cause a battery explosion.
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Battery Clamp
Secured by
Wing Nut(s)
(+) Battery Cable
Battery Protector
Plate in Place
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Battery Clamp
Secured by
Wing Nuts
(+) Battery Cable
Connection
Connection
RH Drive Wheel
Battery Installation - Model MT, MTL, MTEFI
Battery Clamp Secured
by Wing Nut(s)
Battery Installation - Model MD
Battery Clamp
Secured by
Wing Nut(s)
(+) Battery Cable
Connection
Battery Installation - Model MS
(+) Battery Cable
Connection
Battery Installation - Model MW
(+) Battery Cable
Battery Installation - Model MC
Connection
(+) Battery Cable
Connection
Battery Installation - Model MB
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SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
July 2006
Mower Deck Assembly
Deck Caster Wheels Installation - All Models
1.Remove the bolt, nut, axle spacer tube, and spacer
washers from each deck caster wheel fork.
2.Fit the axle spacer tube through the wheel hub, position the spacer washer on each side of the hub (if
used), and fit the assembly into the wheel fork.
3.Insert the 3/8-16 x 4-1/2 in. bolt through the wheel
fork with the bolt head to the outside and install the
3/8-16 in. Keps nut.
4.Tighten the bolt and nut until the axle spacer tube
bottoms against the inside of the wheel fork (will
not turn) while the wheel and spacer wa shers (if
used) spin freely without binding.
Mount the discharge chute hinge on top of the deck di scharge opening using the 1/4-20 x 1/2 in. socket button
head bolt and 1/4-20 ESNA nut. Position the bolt with
the head inside of the chute and the nu t on the out side.
Attach spring for tilt-up action from chute to bracket on
deck.
Carrier Frame
Tube Sockets
Attach Guard
Nut on Top
Attach
Chute
Spacer Washer
Axle Spacer Tube
Deck Caster Wheel Installation
5.Grease the caster wheel bearings and caster pivot
bearings - one grease fitting for each wheel and
each pivot.
Attach the deck side discharge shield by positioning the
shield hinge lug in front of the deck mount and fastening with two 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 in. bolts, 3/8-16 ESNA nuts,
and 3/8 in. wave spring washers. The wave washers fit
between the two hinging surfaces. Tighten the nuts until the shield moves freely but is not loose.
WARNING
DO NOT operate the machine without the
grass deflector shield atta ched and in t he
lowest possible position.
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SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
July 2006
Attach Shield
Discharge Shield Installation
on Side Discharge Deck
PTO Shaft Guard Installation - All Models
Position the shaft guard as shown and mount with two
1/4-20 x 1/2 in. bolts.
Mount the two (2) tilt-up roller wheels on the brackets
on the rear skirt of the deck housing using the
P/N 8490 axle bolt, 3/8 in. wave spring washer and 3/816 in. Whiz locknut. Tighten the axle bolt until the wheel
rolls freely, but is not loose.
Attach Spring
Carrier Frame
Tube Sockets
PTO Shaft Guard Installation
Attach
Guard
Roller Wheels
Tilt-Up Spring and Roller Wheel
Installation on Rear Discharge Deck
Tilt-Up Roller Wheel Installation - Model MW, MB
(prior to S/N 2006-81428)
NOTE: A 2-1/2" diameter tilt-up roller wheel (P/N 9772)
is required.
Mount the two (2) tilt-up roller wheels on the brackets
on the rear skirt of the deck housing using the
P/N 8490 axle bolt, 3/8 in. wave spring washer and 3/816 in. Whiz locknut. Tighten the axle bolt until the wheel
rolls freely, but is not loose.
Roller Wheels
Tilt-Up Roller Wheel Installation - Model MW
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SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
Mower Deck Installation on Tractor
Deck Installation - Model MC, MD, MT, MTL, MTEFI
July 2006
1. Lightly grease each deck support arm (2) on the
tractor. Refer to Mower Deck Installation photo
for location of deck support arm.
2. Engage the deck carrier frame tube sockets on the
tractor support arms (refer to Discharge Chuteand PTO Shaft Guard In stallation photo for socket location). Slide the deck onto the support
arms: all the way if SD equipped model, approximately 3 in. (76 mm) if GHS equipped model.
NOTE: When installing the DSD52 (or DSD62 MT, MTL, MTEFI, MD) Mower deck, make sure to
retract the dolly wheel after mounting the deck on
the tractor.
3.If the deck is rear discharge (GHS equipped model), the rear discharge chute will need to be
aligned and connected to the blower inlet during
the last 2 in. (51 mm) of slide action on the support
arms.
NOTE: Raising the mower body may be helpful in
fitting and guiding the deck chute into the blower.
4. Install the hitch pin through the hole on the end of
each support arm to lock the deck in place (refer to
Deck Counterweight Spring Installation photo).
Two (2) h itch pins are included in the owner's packet of materials.
5.Connect the mower deck PTO drive shaft assembly to the tractor with the splined quick disconnect
coupler. This coupler simplifies shaft alignment
and installation.
Arrows on Shaft and T ube
(used to align when sliding together)
PTO
Connection
Grease Deck
Support Arms
Mower Deck Installa tion
(PTO Shaft Connection)
Pull Back Spring-Loaded
Coupler Ring
Installing PTO Quick Coupler
Spring-Loaded Coupler Ring
In Fully Forward Position
a.Use the arrows on the shaft and tube to align
and slide the PTO quick coupler onto the deck
splined shaft.
b.Reaching under the tractor, pull the ring back
on the coupler, slide onto the spline shaft on
the tractor, and release the ring.
IMPORTANT: To prevent damage to the mower,
make sure the PTO shaft assembly is securely
locked on the tractor, with the locking balls fully
seated in the groove and the ring in the full forward
position (refer to the Coupler Ring “Locked” Po-sition photo). After installation, pull on the shaft to
check for security .
Coupler Ring “Locked” Position
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SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
July 2006
Quick Coupler
Installation Tool
PTO Tube
Quick Coupler Installat ion Tool
Model MC, MD, MT, MTL, MTEFI
6. Raise the mower body (instead of lifting the front of
deck) and clip the counterweight springs to the receptacle on front of body. Lower the body to tension the springs. (Refer to Deck CounterweightSpring Installation Photo.)
7. With the counterweight springs connected, the
weight on the deck caster wheels should be 15 to
25 Ib (6.8 to 11.3 kg). Check this w eight by lifting
on the front of the deck carrier frame. If required,
the spring tension can be adjusted by tightening or
loosening the elastic stop nuts located underneath
the lower spring hook. Refer to Deck Counter-weight Spring Installation photo.
Deck Installation - Model MS, MB
1. Lightly grease each deck support arm (2) on the
tractor. Refer to Mower Deck Installation photo
for location of deck support arm.
2. Engage the deck carrier frame tube sockets on the
tractor support arms (refer to PTO Shaft GuardIn-stallation photo for socket location). Slid e the deck
onto the support arms approximately 3 in. (76 mm ).
3.Align and connect the splined PT O shaft and socket halves, as shown in PTO Shaft Connection
photo. The PTO shaft has a pilot end to ease alignment of shaft; fit shaft end into socket and rotate
shaft until the splines line up as indicated b y arrows, then slide together.
Arrows on Shaft and Tube
(used to align when sliding together)
PTO Connection
PTO Shaft Connection
Spring Tension Adjustment
Nut Located Under Lower
Spring Hook (Not Visible)
Counterweight Springs
Clip Onto Body
With Body Tilted Up
Deck Counterweight Spring Installation
Hitch Pins
Lock Deck On
Support Arms
4. Install the hitch pin through the hole on the end of
each support arm to lock the deck in place (refer to
Deck Counterweight Spring Installation photo).
Two (2) hitch p ins are included in the owner's packet
of materials.
Deck Support
Arms
Mower Deck Installa tion
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Spring Tension Adjustment Nut
Located Under Lower
Spring Hook (not visible)
Counterweight S prings
Clip Onto Body
With Body Tilted Up
Hitch Pins
Lock Deck On
Support Arms
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July 2006
Deck Installation - Model MW
1. Lightly grease each deck support arm (2) on the
tractor. Refer to Mower Deck Installation photo
for location of deck support arm.
2. Engage the deck carrier frame tube sockets on the
tractor support arms. Slide the deck onto the support arms.
NOTE: When installing the DSD52 Mower deck,
make sure to retract the dolly wheel after mounting
the deck on the tractor.
3. Install the hitch pin through the hole on the end of
each support arm to lock the deck in place (refer to
Counterweight Spring Receptacle Assembly
photos). T wo (2) hitch pins are included in the owner’s packet of materials.
4. Connect the mower deck PTO drive shaft assembly to the tractor with the splined quick disconnect
coupler. This coupler simplifies shaft alignment
and installation.
Deck Counterweight Spring Installation
5. Raise mower body (instead of lifting the front of
deck) and clip the counterweight springs to the receptacle on front of body. Lower the body to tension the springs. (Refer to Deck CounterweightSpring Installation photo.)
6. With the counterweight springs connected, the
weight on the deck caster wheels should be 15 to
25 Ib (6.8 to 11.3 kg). Check this w eight by lifting
on the front of the deck carrier frame. If required,
the spring tension can be adjusted by tightening or
loosening the elastic stop nuts located underneath
the lower spring hook. Refer to Deck Counter-weight Spring Installation photo.
a.Use the arrows on the shaft and tube to align
and slide the PTO quick coupler on to the deck
splined shaft.
b.Reaching under the tractor, pull the ring back
on the coupler, slide onto the spline shaft on
the tractor, and release the ring.
IMPORTANT: To prevent damage to the mower,
make sure the PTO shaft assembly is securely
locked on the tractor, with the locking balls fully
seated in the groove and the ring in the full forward
position (refer to the Coupler Ring “Locked” Po-sition photo). After installation, pull on the shaft to
check for security .
Grease Deck
Support Arms
PTO
Shaft
Mower Deck Installa tion
(PTO Shaft Connection)
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SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
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Pull Back Spring-Loaded
Coupler Ring
Installing PTO Quick Coupler
Spring-Loaded Coupler Ring
In Fully Forward Position
Locking Finger "Snaps"
Lift Up on Locking
Finger to Lower
Assembly
Counterweight Spring Receptacle Assembly in
"Locked" Position
6. With the counterweight springs connected, the
weight on the deck caster wheels should be 15 to
25 Ib (7 to 1 1 kg). Check this weight by lifting on the
front of the deck carrier frame. If required, the
spring tension can be adjusted by tightening or
loosening the elastic stop nuts located underneath
the lower spring hook.
to Hold Assembly in
"Locked" Position
Coupler Ring “Locked” Position
5.Pull out counterweight spring receptacle assist
handle and lift up on locking finger slightly to unlock
the receptacle assembly. Lower this assembly toward the deck and attach the counterweight
springs to the receptacle. Raise the assist handle
until the assembly locks into the raised position to
tension the springs.
1) Install Counterweight
Spring Clip
into Receptacle
Counterweight Spring Receptacle Assembly in
"Unlocked" Position
2) Retain Spring Clip
3) Use Lever to Assist
Raising Assembly to
"Locked" Position
Using Tab
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SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
July 2006
Deck Leveling - All Models
1. Position mower on a smooth, level surface. Set the
cutting height to the highest position - 4 in. (102
mm) - for easy access under the deck to measure
blade height.
NOTE: A block of wood cut 4 in. (102 mm) high is
a convenient gauge to measure blade height above
ground during the leveling process.
WARNING
The machine must be shut off during this
procedure.
2. Check the side-to-side level. Rotate each blade
sideways and measure the distance from blade tip
to ground on each side. If measurements vary more
than 1/8 in. (3 mm), add a washer shim under the
deck support pins on the low side to level the deck.
3. Check the front-to-rear level. Rotate the blades topoint forward. Measure the distance from blade
tip to ground on the front and rear. The rear of the
blade should be 1/8 to 1/4 in. (3 to 6 mm) higher
than the front of the blade; shim the rear (or front)
deck support pins equally to achieve at least 1/8 in.
(3 mm) difference.
NOTE: The mower deck and support frame are jig
welded; within normal tolerances, very little, if any,
shimming should be required to level the deck. Tire
pressure will influence the levelness of the deck.
Check the tire pressure as a possible cause of the
deck not being level.
4 in. (102 mm)
Wood Block
Should not vary more
than 1/8 in. (3 mm)
side-to-side
Should be 1/8 in. (3 mm)
to 1/4 in. (6 mm) higher
at the rear of the blade
4 in. (102 mm)
Wood Block
Deck Leveling
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PREOPERATING FLUID LEVELS
Tractor Fluid Levels
MTMTLMTEFIMTLEFIMCMDMSMWMB
SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
July 2006
Engine
Crankcase
Oil Level
Hydrostatic
Transmission
Oil Level
Gear Axle Oil
Level
Hydrostatic
Transaxle Oil
Level
(MB, MW)
PTO Gearbox
Oil Level
Radiator
Coolant
Level
10W-30
Approximately 1.85 quarts (1.75 liters)
Always check the level with the dipstick before adding more oil.
Mobil 1 (15W50) Synthetic Oil
1 quart (1 liter)
* NOTE: Mobil 1 (20W50)) Synthetic Oil can be used if (15W50) is not available.
SAE 80W-90 (API GL-5)
N/A
7 to 8 fl. oz. (21 to 24 cl)
50/50
Pre-Mix
Antifreeze
N/A
and water
1.25
Gallons
(4.73
liters)
N/A
N/A
Oil level should touch bottom thread of fill hole
SAE E.P. (Extreme Pressure) 80W-90
50/50
Pre-Mix
Antifreeze
and water
1.25
Gallons
(4.73
liters)
10W-30
3.1 quarts
(2.9 liters)
50/50
Pre-Mix
Antifreeze
and water
1.25
Gallons
(4.73
liters)
10W-30
2.7 pints
(1.3 liters)
SAE E.P.
(Extreme
Pressure)
80W-90
5 fl. oz.
(15 cl)
10W-30
1.8 quarts
(1.7 liters)
20W50 Motor Oil API of
SL or greater
79 fl. oz. (2.34 liter)
N/A
10W-30
1.5 quarts
(1.4 liters)
N/A
N/A
N/A
Deck Fluid Levels
Use SAE E.P. (Extreme Pressure) 90W oil until the oil
level is up to (submerges) the horizontal shaft in the
gearbox (shaft parallel to cover plate).
NOTE: In case the gearboxes are completely drained
of oil, approximately 5 fl. oz. (15 cl) of oil per gearbox is
required to refill the gear drive assembly.
NOTE: Since the gearboxes are connected as a unit
by connector tubes, it is necessary to add oil slowly . Allow a few minutes after adding oil for the oil to flow
throughout the assembly and the oil level to stabilize
before reassembly.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT overfill the deck gearboxes.
The gearbox assembly is not vented, and overfilling
with oil will cause excessive pressure and result in oil
leaks.
DSD52 or DSD62 Decks
With the deck in the normal operating position, remove
the level plug in the side of the gearcase. Add SAE E.P.
(Extreme Pressure) 90W oil to maintain the oil level to
the plug.
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Implement Fluid Levels
SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
July 2006
Gearbox Oil Level
PerfaeratorRotary Broom
80W-90
15 oz. (44.36 cl)
Two-Stage
Snowblower
SAE E.P.
(Extreme Pressure) 80W-90
5 fl. oz. (15 cl)
SB36 Snowblower
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Implement Assembly
SETUP INSTRUCTIONS
Perfaerator
The PERFAERAT OR™ is shipped partially assembled.
After uncrating, initial setup is required.
NOTE: During the process of unpacking, any damaged or missing parts should be noted and reported to
the delivering carrier immediately (put in writing within
15 days). The carrier will provide directions for proceeding with a claim to receive compensation for
damage.
Lift Lever Installation
The lift lever for the camshaft assembly position is partially assembled. Stand the lift lever upright and attach
the remaining hardware.
Mounting
Tubes
Attach Aerator to Tractor
3.Engage the aerator frame tube socket s on the tractor support arms. Slide the implement hitch onto
the support arms approximately 3 in. (76 mm).
Lift Lever
Install Lift Lever Handle
(stand upright and insert hardware)
Installation on Tractor
1.Remove the mower deck from the tractor if necessary. Refer to the appropriate Tractor Owner's
Manual.
Only use PTO U-Joint
Tube P/N 7275-15
(9.06" OAL)
Connect Driveline Coupler to Tractor PTO
4.Connect the aerator driveline to the tractor PTO
shaft by sliding back the locking collar on the yoke,
then push the yoke over the PTO shaft until the
locking collar snaps back fully. Make sure the
driveline is well secured at both ends.
DANGER
This shaft turns at very high RPM. If the
collar is not locked to the PTO shaf t at t he
tractor end, or if the yoke at the aerator
end is not secured properly, the driveline
can fly loose with great force capable of
causing serious injury or death.
2.Lightly grease each tractor support arm (2) on the
tractor.
5.Install the hitch pin through the hole on the end of
each support arm to lock the hitch in place. T wo (2)
hitch pins are included in the owner’s packet of materials.
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SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
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Implements
Walker Implements are shipped partially assembled.
After uncrating the implement adaptor and/or implement(s), initial setup is required.
NOTE: During the process of unpacking, any damaged or missing parts should be noted and reported to
the delivering carrier immediately (put in writing within
15 days). The carrier will provide directions for proceeding with a claim to receive compensation for damage.
IMPLEMENT HITCH
Implement Hitch Installation
1.Remove the mower deck from the tractor if necessary. Refer to the appropriate Tractor Owner’s
Manual.
2.Lightly grease each tractor support arm (2) on the
tractor. Refer to Implement Hitch Installation
photo for location of tractor support arms.
3.Engage the hitch frame tube sockets on the tractor
support arms. Slide the implement hitch onto the
support arms approximately 3 in. (76 mm).
4.Install the hitch pin through the hole on the end of
each support arm to lock the hitch in place. T wo (2)
hitch pins are included in the owner’s packet of materials.
IMPORTANT: If the tractor body needs to be
raised, the PTO shield must be in the closed or
down position and the implement must be in the
lowered position. The only time the PTO shield
needs to be open or raised is when connecting or
disconnecting the driveline for the rotary broom,
snowblower, or debr is blo wer.
Hitch Pins Lock Hitch on Support Arms
PTO Shield
in CLOSED
Position
PTO Shield in CLOSED Position
5.Loosen the 3/4-10 jam nut on the end of th e implement Hitch. Adjust the 3/4-10 x 2 in. hex bolt until
deck support arms are parallel with ground. Securely tighten the 3/4-10 jam nut to prevent the bolt
from moving.
Grease Tractor
Support Arms
Hitch Frame
Tube Sockets
Implement Hitch Installation
3/4 - 10 x 2"
Hex Bolt
Implement Hitch Jam Nut Adjustment
IMPORTANT: This adjustment will need to be
made only once if the same tractor and hitch are
used together. If the hitch will be used on more than
one tractor, this adjustment will be required every
time the hitch is mounted on a different tractor.
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3/4 - 10
Jam Nut
SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
July 2006
Implement Hitch Wiring
1.Drill five (5) 13/64 in. (5 mm) diameter holes in the
tractor, two in the FSC lever and three in the body,
as shown in the illustration.
Drill Holes for Implement Hitch Wiring
2.Attach the toggle switch mounting bracket on the
FSC lever using two (2) 10-24 x 1/2 in. bolts and
Keps nuts.
Mounting
Bracket
4.Attach the toggle switch to the mounting bracket,
placing the switch terminals toward the front of the
mower.
Mounting Bracket
Wiring Clamps
Switch
Terminals
Attach Wiring Harness and Toggle Switch
5.On Models MC, MDD/MDG, and MT, connect the
harness red wire to the load side of the circuit
breaker mounted on the bracket behind the battery . Connect the gree n ground wire to the chassis
ground bolt.
Harness
Wiring
Harness
Ground
Wire
Attach Toggle Switch Mounting Bracket
3.Install the wiring harness to the tractor body using
the three wiring clamps, three 10-24 x 3/8 in. bolts
and Keps nuts.
Red Wire
Circuit Breaker
Connect Harness Wire to Circuit Breaker
IMPORTANT: For all 1987-1997 Model MC trac-
tors (with Kohler Magnum engine), connect the harness red wire to the free connector of the PTO
clutch switch red wire. Refer to Implement HitchWiring Diagram illustration.
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6.Complete the wiring by connecting the wiring harness ends to the toggle switch and to the actuator
motor of the implement hitch.
Wire Harness
Connector
Complete Implement Hitch Wiring
7.Move the implement lift switch backward to raise
the implement hitch to the UP position.
8.Move the implement lift switch forward to lower the
implement hitch to the DOWN position.
9.Raise and lower the hitch a few times to check the
operation and make sure it moves smoothly. If not,
make sure the wiring harness ends are connected
properly and securely. Refer to Implement HitchWiring Diagram illustration.
Actuator Motor
Connector
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Implement Hitch Wiring Diagram
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SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
July 2006
DOZER BLADE
Dozer Blade Assembly
1.Insert the female quick hitch into the hitch box on
the blade attachment.
2.Align the single hole at the end of the female quick
hitch with the single hole in the hitch box and insert
the pivot pin through both holes. Secure the pivot
pin on the underside with a 1/4 x 1 in. roll pin.
Hitch Box
Pivot Pin
Female
Quick Hitch
Align Holes
Roll Pin
Insert Female Hitch into Blade Attachment
Nut
Eyebolt
Welded Tab
Attach Spring to Blade Assembly
5.Insert a 3/16 x 1 in. split spring pin into the angle
adjustment pin.
6.Rotate the female quick hitch to obtain the re quired
blade angle. Align the hole in the center of the female quick hitch with one of the five (5) holes in the
hitch box, and insert the angle adjustment pin
through the top and bottom holes.
Angle Adjustment Hole(s)Angle Adjustment
Pin
Spring
3.Hook one end of the spring onto the welded t ab on
the hitch box. Hook the eyebolt onto the free end
of the spring.
4.Insert the eyebolt up through the hole in the upper
bend of the blade and secure it with a flat washer
and nut. Adjust the length of the eyebolt according
to the amount of spring tension required for safe
operation. [Normally about 1/2 in. (13mm) of
thread should protrude beyond the nut.]
Female Quick
Hitch
Rotate Female Quick Hitch
For Required Blade Angle
Insert Adjustment Pin and Set Blade Angle
7.Install the two (2) skid shoes in the two brackets on
the rear outer edges of the blade.
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8.Adjust the skid shoes to allow the required clearance under the blade. Install a skid shoe pin in
each shoe and lock in place with a 4 mm x 80 mm
hairpin. Refer to ADJUSTMENTS of Dozer BladeSkid Shoes in the Service Procedures Section.
Skid Shoe
Pin
Skid Shoe
Bracket
Hairpin
Skid Shoe
Install Skid Shoes
9.Install the trip spring lockout bracket in the upper
hole behind the blade using the lockout pin and
hairpin.
Hairpin
Lockout Pin
in Upper Hole
Linchpin
Male Quick
Hitch
Hitch Locking
Lever
Attach Blade to Tractor
2.To install the optional tire chains:
a.Remove the tractor wheels.
b.Attach the tire chains to the wheels.
c.Place the wheel spacer plates on the lug
bolts. The wheel spacer plates provide clearance for the chains between the tires and the
tractor body.
d.Place the wheels back on the tractor.
Female
Hitch
Trip Spring
Lockout Bracket
Install Trip Spring Lockout Bracket
Dozer Blade Installation
1.Insert the male quick hitch section of the implement
hitch into the female hitch of the blade. Lock in
place by moving the hitch locking lever fully for-ward to the LOCKED position. Secure the male
quick hitch latch with the linchpin.
e.Reinstall and tighten the lug bolts.
ROTARY BROOM
Rotary Boom Installation
1.Insert a parking stand into each stand support
bracket from the underside. Install a 5/32 x 1-1/4
in. cotter pin in the upper hole of each parking
stand. Set the parking stands in their most ex-tended position and secure each stand with a 4
mm x 80 mm hairpin.
2.Check the pivot lock pin and make sure it is in the
innermost position to prevent bulking of the female hitch member, and to facilitate quick hitch attachment.
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St and Support
Bracket
Hairpin
Parking Stand
Prepare Rotary Broom for Installation
3.Attach the female broom driveline half (with quick
connect yoke) over the male broom driveline half.
Set the driveline on its support.
NOTE: Driveline sliding surfaces must be greased.
Reduction
Shaft
Male Quick
Hitch
Hitch Locking
Lever
Attach Broom to Implement Hitch
5.Connect the broom driveline to the tractor PTO
shaft by sliding back the locking collar on the yoke,
then push the yoke over the PTO shaft until the
locking collar snaps back fully. Make sure the
driveline is well secured at both ends.
Female Hitch
Drive Shaft
Yoke
Assemble Rotary Broom Driveline
4.Insert the male quick hitch section of the implement
hitch into the female quick hitch of the rotary broom
and place the male quick hitch lever fully forward
to the LOCKED position. Secure the male quick
hitch latch with the linchpin.
DANGER
This shaft turns at very high RPM. If the
collar is not locked to the PTO sha ft at t he
tractor end, or if the yoke at the broom
end is not secured properly, the driveline
can fly loose with great force capable of
causing serious injury or death.
PTO Shaft
Locking Collar
Yoke
Connect Broom Driveline to Tractor PTO Shaft
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6.Remove the hairpin from the welded sleeve on the
right hand side of the broom mounting bracket.
Carefully pull out the stopper pin to its most ex-tended position and lock in place with the hairpin.
Welded Sleeve
Hairpin
Stopper Pin
Lock Stopper Pin in Place
8.Retract the parking stands and secure with the
hairpins prior to operation.
9.To install the optional tire chains:
a.Remove the tractor wheels.
b.Attach the tire chains to the wheels.
c.Place the wheel spacer plates on the lug
bolts. The wheel spacer plates provide clearance for the chains between the tires and the
tractor body.
d.Place the wheels back on the tractor.
e.Reinstall and tighten the lug bolts.
10. For GHS (Grass Handling System) equipped
Walker tractors, install a blower intake cover in the
blower intake tube. The cover “u nloads” the blower
and seals the intake to effectively eliminate power
loss and noise when the blower is not being used.
Blower Intake
Cover
NOTE: The pin in the innermost position is used to
prevent the female hitch on the b room from being
pulled up by the brush ground contact adjustment
spring, thus facilitating mounting and dismounting
of the broom.
7.Adjust brush ground contact by threading knob.
Ground Contact Knob
Adjust Brush to Ground Contact
GHS Blower Intake Cover
11. For stability of the tractor when transporting with
the rotary broom in raised position, approximately
80 lb (36 kg) of counterweight should be installed
on the tail of the tractor. Optional tail weights for
the various tractor models are available from your
Walker dealer or a sandbag or similar weight may
be used.
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Optional Gauge Wheel Installation
NOTE: Gauge wheels are required for lawn work
or heavy loads.
This adjustment is required for lawn thatching or leaf
raking operations. Height is adjusted by removing pin
and adjusting broom height to correct position. Adjust
height according to type of application.
Hand
Guard
Lock Pin
Gauge
Wheel
Optional Gauge Wheel Installation
TWO-STAGE SNOWBLOWER
Snowblower Assembly
1.Install the hand guard on the chute, with the top
section inside the chute and the bottom section
outside the chute base ring. Place two (2) 1/4 x 3/
4 in. bolts through the chute and the hand guard.
Secure with a flat washer, lock washer, and nut.
Position the bolt with the head on the outside of the
chute and the nut on the inside. Torque both bolt s
to 10 ft-lb. (13.6 N·m).
Chute Base
Ring
Install Hand Guard on Chute
2.Remove the bushing support from the chute base
lip and discard the existing bolt (refer to Install Ro-tation Worm Assembly photo).
3.Place the plastic anti-friction insert over the chute
base (placing the nipple on the upper side towards
the center of the fan housing). Only one position
provides a perfect fit. Apply grease on top of the insert where it will contact the chute base.
Apply Grease
Nipple
Install Plastic Insert over Chute Base Lip
4.Insert the 1-5/16 in. (33 mm ) plastic bushing into
the tube weldment.
5.Insert the 1-11/16 in. (43 mm) plastic bushing into
the bushing support and place this over the shaft
on the rotation worm.
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6.Install the rotation worm assembly through the tube
weldment with the attaching plate of the support on
the underside of the chute base lip.
Tube
Weldment
Rotation
Worm
Bushing Support
With Attaching Plate
Install Rota tion Worm Assembly
7.Install the chute over the plastic insert and secure
with four retaining plates, using two (2) 1/4 x 1/2 in.
bolts, lock washers, and nuts in each of the three
(3) standard retaining plates, and two (2) 1/4 x 3/4
in. bolts, lock washers and nuts in the rear rig ht retaining plate which also secures the support.
Torque all bolts to 10 ft-lb. (13.6 N·m).
Bushing
8.Insert two (2) 5/16 x 1 in. carriage bolts through
each of the skid shoes from inside the bend. Place
a flat washer, lock washer, and nut loosely on each
bolt and place the bolt heads through the round
holes in the outer ends of the bottom angle of the
snowblower body. Adjust the skid shoes to allow
the required clearance under the cutting edge.
Slide the square shank portion of the bolt head into
the slot and torque to 19 ft-lb (25.8 N·m). Refer to
ADJUSTMENTS of T wo-Stage Snowblower Skid
Shoes in Maintenance Instructions.
Snowblower
Housing
Skid Shoe
Carriage Bolts
Chute
Retaining
Plate
Install Chute over Plastic Insert
Install Skid Shoes
Snowblower Installation
1.Thoroughly clean the drive shaft yoke and in st all a
1/4 x 1/4 x 1-1/4 in. key in the reduction shaft keyway.
2.Slide the drive shaft yoke over the reduction shaft.
3.Secure the yoke to the reduction sha ft with a 1/4 x
2-1/2 in. bolt and nylon locknut. Tighten the nut
and the 3/8 x 3/8 in. allen set screw securely over
the key in the yoke.
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Keyway
1/4 x 1/4 x
1-1/4 in. Key
Drive
Shaft Yoke
Set Screw
Reduction
Shaft
Attach Drive Shaft Yoke to Reduction Shaft
4.Install one 1/4 x 7-1/2 in. bolt through the upper set
of holes in the reduction box and secure loosely
with a lock washer and nut.
Install Bolt
6.Attach the female portion of the hitch to the snowblower using one 3/8 x 1 in. bolt in the upper hole
of each side, placing the bolt head on the outside,
with a flat washer, lock washer, and nut on the inside. Use one 1/2 x 1 in. bolt, lock washer and nut
in the bottom hole of each side. Tighten all four (4)
bolts securely.
Bolt Heads On
Outside of Hitch
Female
Hitch
Reduction
Box
Install Bolt in Reduction Box
5.Hook the reduction box cover over the bolt and secure the cover with a second 1/4 x 7-1/2 in. bolt,
lock washer, an d nut through the lower set of holes
in the reduction box. Torque both bolts to 10 ft-lb
(13.6 N·m).
Reduction
Box Cover
Bolt
Mount Female Hitch to Snowblower
7.Insert the male quick hitch section of the implement
hitch into the female hitch of the snowblower and
lock in place by moving the hitch locking lever fullyforward to the LOCKED position. Secure the latch
with the linchpin.
8.Grease the drive shaft sliding surfaces and slide
the male shaft inside the female tube.
Female
Hitch
Male Quick
Hitch
Hitch Locking
Lever
Attach Snowblower to Implement Hitch
Install Reduction Box Cover
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9.Attach the driveline quick lock coupler to the tractor
PTO.
WARNING
This shaft turns at hig h RPM. If the co llar
is not locked to the shaft at the tractor
end, or if the yoke at the blower end is not
secured properly, the drive shaft can fly
loose with great force, capa ble of causing
serious injury or death.
July 2006
Rotation
Handle
Insert Rotation Handle into Rotation Worm
13. To install the optional tire chains:
a.Remove the tractor wheels.
Driveline Coupler
Tractor PTO
Connect Driveline Coupler to Tractor PTO
10. Attach the parallel bar to the female hitch and the
implement adaptor using the two clevises and
spring clips.
Clevis
Parallel Bar
Clevis
b.Attach the tire chains to the wheels.
c.Place the wheel spacer plates on the lug
bolts. The wheel spacer plates provide clearance for the chains between the tires and the
tractor body.
d.Place the wheels back on the tractor.
e.Reinstall and tighten the lug bolts.
14. For GHS (Grass Handling System) equipped
Walker tractors, install a blower intake cover in the
blower intake tube. The cover “u nloads” the blower
and seals the intake to effectively eliminate power
loss and noise when the blower is not being used.
Refer to GHS Blower Intake Cover illustration for
ROTARY BROOM in this section.
15. For stability of the tractor when transporting with
the snowblower in raised position , approximately
80 lb (36 kg) of counterweight should be installed
on the tail of the tractor. Optional tail weights for
the various tractor models are available from your
Walker dealer or a sandbag or similar weight may
be used.
Attach Parallel Bar to Female Hitch
11. Insert the rotation handle into the rotation worm.
Align the holes and lock in place with a 1/4 x 1 in.
socket head cap screw and nylon locknut.
12. Install the plastic handle grip on the chute rotation
handle.
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DEBRIS BLOWER
Debris Blower Installation
The debris blower is shipped completely assembled except for the driveline, which must be connected to the
input shaft.
1.Remove the belt guard from the debris blower
housing by removing the two (2) cover pins and
hairpins securing it to the housing.
2.Thoroughly clean the debris blower input shaf t and
install a 1/4 x 1/4 x 1-1/4 in. key in the input shaft
keyway.
3.Thoroughly clean the inside of the tractor PTO
shaft and align the PTO shaft keyway with the key
in the input shaft keyway.
Linchpin
Hitch Locking
Lever
Female
Quick Hitch
Attach Debris Blower to Implement Hitch
7.To install the optional tire chains:
a.Remove the tractor wheels.
4.Secure the PTO shaf t to the input shaft with a 1/4 x
2-1/2 in. bolt and nylon locknut. Tighten the locknut
and the set screw over the key.
Shear
bolt
Attach Tractor PTO to Debris Blower Input Shaft
5.Reinstall the belt guard by reversing the removal
procedure.
6.Insert the male quick hitch section of the implement
hitch into the female hitch of the debris blower and
lock in place by moving the hitch locking lever fullyforward to the LOCKED position. Secure the latch
with the linchpin.
Set Screw
Tractor
PTO
b.Attach the tire chains to the wheels.
c.Place the wheel spacer plates on the lug
bolts. The wheel spacer plates provide clearance for the chains between the tires and the
tractor body.
d.Place the wheels back on the tractor.
e.Reinstall and tighten the lug bolts.
8.For GHS (Grass Handling System) equipped
Walker tractors, install a blower intake cover in the
blower intake tube. The cover “u nloads” the blower
and seals the intake to effectively eliminate power
loss and noise when the blower is not being used.
Refer to GHS Blower Intake Cover illustration for
ROTARY BROOM in this section.
9.For stability of the tractor when transporting with
the debris blower in raised position, approximately
80 lb (36 kg) of counterweight should be installed
on the tail of the tractor. Optional tail weights for
the various tractor models are available from your
Walker dealer or a sandbag or similar weight may
be used.
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SB36 Snowblower
Model MS, MC, MD, MT, MTL, MTEFI
1.Remove the mower deck from the tractor if necessary. Refer to the appropriate Tractor Owner’s
Manual.
2.Attach each of the lift brackets to the predrilled holes
on the front chassis cross bar with a 5/16-18 x 1 in.
bolt and a Whiz locknut. The locknuts should be
on the front sides of the lift brackets. Refer to
Lift Bracket Installation illustration. The RH
bracket is attached using the existing battery pan
mount bolt on newer models. On earlier models,
obtain the 5/16-18 x 1 in. bolt and nut locally to
attach the RH bracket.
NOTE: Predrilled holes exist only on Walker
tractors built after 1984. For earlier models, drill two
5/16 in. (8 mm) holes in the front chassis cross bar
at the positions indicated in the Lift Bracket
Installation illustration.
IMPORTANT: For all 1980 to 1984 tractors,
remove the battery before drilling the RH hole.
Reinstall the battery after the lift brackets have been
installed. Refer to Battery Installation in BatteryService in this section for battery installation
procedures.
3/4 in. (19 mm)
Tractor Front
Chassis Cross Bar
Whiz LocknutLift Bracket
5 in.
(127 mm)
Drill Two 5/16 in.
(8 mm) Holes
On Newer Models, Use Battery Pan
Mounting Bolt to Attach RH Bracket
5 in.
(127 mm)
5/16-18 x 1 in. Bolt
Lift Bracket Installation
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Model MB
1.Remove the mower deck from the tractor if necessary. Refer to the appropriate Tractor Owner’s
Manual.
2.Raise tractor body and use prop to hold body up.
Install lift plate and backing plates, as showin in
parts breakdown. Refer to Lift Plate Installation
illustration.
F009
2
NOTE: Predrilled holes exist only on Walker tractors built after model beginning S/N 2006-8780.
For earlier models, measure and drill four 5/16 in.
(8 mm) holes in the front chassis at the positions
indicated in the Lift Plate Installation illustration.
IMPORTANT: For all tractors before S/N 20068780, remove the battery before drilling the LHhole. Reinstall the battery after the lift plate has
been installed. Refer to Battery Installation in
Battery Service in this section for battery
installation procedures.
F226
1
1-1/16"
This dimension is from the
outside of the chassis.
Ø 5/16"
(4 TYP.)
5"7-1/2"5"
2-1/16"
Lift Plate Installation
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Model MS, MB, MC, MD, MT, MTL, MTEFI
3.Remove the PTO cover (between the footrests).
Remove the shipping wire from the counterweight
springs, place the lift handle in the UP (back)
position, and hook the counterweight springs onto
the hook tabs on the frame. The tabs are located
below the right angle gearbox and drive shaf t (refer
to Counterweight Spring Hook Tab Locations
photo).
Remove PTO Co ver Before
Attaching Springs To Frame
Spring Hook Tabs
b.Insert the two (2) 1/4-20 x 1-3/4 bolts in the
rotation stopper, the spacer rings and through
the remaining holes of the rear and right hand
side retaining plates and secure in place with
two (2) 1/4-20 nuts. Tighten the nuts firmly.
c.Insert one (1) grommet in rotation support
and one (1) grommet in handle support,
mount handle support and rotation handle to
blower using two (2) 1/4-20 x 1/2 bolts and
two (2) 1/4-20 flanged nuts.
d.Install 1/2” plastic handle on rotation handle.
5.Lightly grease the tractor support arms.
6.Engage the snowblower mounting tubes on the
tractor support arms.
Support Arms
Counterweight Spring Hook
Tab Locations (bottom view)
4.Install the spout assembly.
Spout Discharge
Guard
(not shown)
Install Spout Assembly
a.Place the chute on the chute base and align
the holes of the three (3) retaining plates
with the holes in the chute base. Attach the
rear and right hand side retaining plates with
one (1) 1/4-20 x 1/2 bolt in the forw ard most
hole and the front retaining plate with two (2)
1/4-20 x 1/2 bolts and secure with four (4)
1/4-20 flange nuts.
Mounting Tubes
Engage Snowblower Mounting Tubes
with Tractor Support Arms
7.Slide the snowblower onto the tractor suppor t arms
and connect the snowblower PTO shaf t to the tractor with the PTO quick coupler as follows:
NOTE: Model MS and earlier Model MC do not
have the PTO quick coupler. Use sliding joint to
connect tractor to snowblower PTO.
a.Place the pilot end of the snowblower PTO
shaft into the socket of the PTO quick coupler
and rotate the PTO shaf t until it is aligned correctly with the socket in the PTO quick coupler, then slide together. Use arrows on the
shaft and tube for correct alignment.
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PTO Shaf t
Pilot End
Arrows
PTO Coupler
Spline Connection
To Tractor
Align PTO Shaft and PTO Coupler
(shown before engaging snowblower mounting
tubes with tractor support arms)
b.Slide snowblower assembly onto tractor.
Reaching under the tractor, pull the ring back
on the PTO quick coupler, slide the coupler
onto the tractor spline shaft, and r elease the
coupler ring.
IMPORTANT: To prevent damage to the machine,
make sure the PTO quick coupler is securely locked
on the tractor, with the locking balls fully seated in
the groove and the ring in the full forward position
(refer to the Coupler Ring “Locked” Position
photo). After installation, pull on the shaft to check
for security.
Spring-Loaded Coupler Ring
In Full Forward Position
Coupler Ring “Locked” Position
8.Insert the hitch pins in the en ds o f the trac tor su pport arms.
9.Pull the lift handle back, press the foot trigger, and
push the snowblower lift handle forward against
the spring pressure into the DOWN ( forward) position. Attach each of the lift chains to the lift brackets with a 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 in. bolt and an ESNA nut.
NOTE: Use a bungee cord or strap to secure lift
handle in forward position while connecting lift
chains to tractor.
10. Reinstall the PTO cover.
Lift Bracket
Pull Back Spring-Loaded
Coupler Ring
Installing PTO Quick Coupler
Lift Chain
Hitch Pin
Attach Lift Chains to Lift Brackets
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11. Pull the lift ha nd le back to r aise the sn owblo wer to
the UP position.
Pull Back
Lift Handle
Snowblower in UP (Raised) Position
12. Pull the lift handle back, press the foot trigger, and
hold on to the lift handle while letting it move
forward to lower the snowblower to the DOWN po-
sition.
DO NOT release the lift handle before
releasing the foot trigger or before the
snowblower has reached the DOWN position.
CAUTION
13. Raise and lower the snowblower a few times to
check the operation and make sure it moves
smoothly . If not, grease the lift handle pivot grea se
fittings located on the three tubes that support the
lift handle pivot.
14. Adjust the gauge wheels or skid shoes. Refer to
ADJUSTMENTS of Gauge Wheels or Skid
Shoes in Service Procedures Section.
15. To install the optional tire chains:
a.Remove the tractor wheels.
b.Attach the tire chains to the wheels.
c.Place the wheel spacer plates on the lug
bolts. The wheel spacer plates provide clearance for the chains between the tires and the
tractor body.
d.Place the wheels back on the tractor.
e.Reinstall and tighten the lug bolts.
16. For GHS (Grass Handling System) equipped
Walker tractors, install a blower intake cover in the
blower intake tube. The cover “u nloads” the blower
and seals the intake to effectively eliminate power
loss and noise when the blower is not being used.
Snowblower in DOWN (Lowered) Position
Move Lift
Handle Forward
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Intake Cover
17. For stability of the tractor when transporting with
the snowblower raised position, approximately
80 lb (36 kg) of counterweight should be installed
on the tail of the tractor. Optional tail weights for
the various tractor models are available from your
Walker dealer or a sandbag or similar weight may
be used.
DO NOT attempt to lubricate the machine
with the engine running. Disengage the
PTO clutch, shut off the machine, and remove the ignition key.
Proper lubrication is an important maintenance procedure. It reduces wear and makes the machine quieter
and easier to operate.
Engine Oil - All Models
Engine Break-In Oil
Model MW, MC, MT, MTL, MTEFI
No special break-in oil is required. The engine is serviced with 10W-30, Service Class SG oil from the factory. Change the oil after the initial engine break-in
period of 5 hours. Thereafter, change oil after every
100 hours of operation or more often in extremely
dusty or dirty conditions (200 hour interval for MTL).
Model MD
No special break-in oil is required. The engine is serviced with 10W-30, Service Class SG oil from the factory. Change the oil after the initial engine break-in
period of 35 hours. Thereafter , change oil af ter every
100 hours of operation.
Model MS
No special break-in oil is required. The engine is serviced with 10W-30, Service Class SG oil from the factory. The oil should be changed after the initial engine
break-in period of 8 hours. Thereafter, change oil af-
ter every 50 hours of operation.
Model MB
No special break-in oil is required. The engine is serviced with 10W-30, Service Class SG oil from the factory. The oil should be changed after the initial engine
break-in period of 5-8 hours. Thereafter, change oil
after every 50 hours of operation.
Check the engine crankcase oil level before use and
after each 8 hours of continuous operation.
Model MW, MD
Check the engine crankcase oil level before use and
after each 5 hours of continuous operation.
Model MW, MB, MC, MD, MT, MTL, MTEFI
IMPORTANT: The importance of checking and maintaining the proper crankcase oil level cannot be overemphasized. Check the oil level BEFORE EACH USE.
1.Park the mower on a level surface with the en-gine stopped. Also, make sure the engine is cool
and oil has had time to drain into the sump [allow at
least five (5) minutes after stopping the engine].
IMPORTANT: NEVER check or add oil with the
engine running.
2.Before removing the dipstick, clean the area
around the dipstick to keep any dirt or debris out of
the engine.
Model MW, MC, MT, MTL, MTEFI
3.Remove the dipstick, wipe off with a clean rag,
then reinsert the dipstick into the tube without
screwing it in.
Model MB, MD
3.Remove the dipstick, wipe off with a clean rag, then
reinsert the dipstick into the tube and press all the
way down.
Model MW, MB, MC, MD, MT, MTL, MTEFI
4.Remove the dipstick again and check the oil level
on the dipstick. The oil level should be within the
“Operating Range” on the dipstick (between the “L”
mark and the “F” mark).
IMPORTANT: DO NOT operate engine without a
sufficient oil supply in the crankcase. DO NOT operate with the oil level below the “L” mark or above
the “F” mark on the dipstick.
5.If additional oil is needed, refer to Specifications
for proper crankcase lubricant. Fill up to, but not
above, the “F” mark on the dipstick.
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IMPORTANT: DO NOT overfill the crankcase (oil
above “F” mark) as this CAN result in engine
overheating, loss of power, and possible engine
damage.
Full Mark
Operating
Range
{
FULL
Mark
LOW
Mark
Low Mark
Dipstick Operating Range Model MC, MT, MTL, MTEFI
Upper Mark
Lower Mark
Dipstick Operating Range - Model MD
Dipstick Operating Range - Model MB
Checking Engine Crankcase Oil Level - Model MS
Check the engine crankcase oil level before use and
after each 5 hours of continuous operatio n.
IMPORTANT: The importance of checking and main-
taining the proper crankcase oil level cannot be overemphasized. Check the oil level BEFORE EACH USE.
1.Park the mower on a level surface with the en-gine stopped. Also, make sure the engine is cool
and oil has had time to drain into the sump [allow at
least five (5) minutes after stopping the engine].
IMPORTANT: NEVER check or add oil with the
engine running.
2.Before removing the dipstick, clean the area
around the dipstick opening in the engine block to
keep any dirt or debris out of the engine.
3.Unscrew and remove the filler plug/dipstick and
wipe off with a clean rag. Insert dipstick into filler
hole but DO NOT screw it in to check the oil level.
Remove the dipstick and check the level. The oil
level should be within the safe range (between the
H and L marks on the dipstick).
IMPORTANT: DO NOT operate engine without
sufficient oil supply in the crankcase. DO NOT operate with oil level below the LOW (L) mark or
above the FULL (H) mark on the dipstick.
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NOT SCREWED IN
Dipstick Position
for Checking Oil Level
SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
July 2006
Changing Engine Crankcase Oil/Oil Filter - All Models
Filler Plug
FULL (H) Mark
LOW (L) Mark
Model MC, MT, MTL, MTEFI
For Model MT, MTEFI, and MC, change the engine
crankcase oil after every 100 hours of operation and
replace the oil filter every other oil change (every 200hours of operation).
For Model MTL, change the engine crankcase oil afterevery 200 hours of operation and replace the oil filter
at the same time.
Model MD
Change the engine crankcase oil after every 100
hours of operation and replace the oil filter every otheroil change (every 200 hours of operation).
Model MS, MB
Change the engine crankcase oil after ever y 50 hours
of operation and the oil filter after every 100 hours of
operation as follows:
FULL (H)
Mark
LOW (L)
Mark
Dipstick Operating Range
4.If additional oil is needed, refer to Specifications
for proper crankcase lubricant. Fill to the FULL
(H) mark.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT overfill crankcase [oil
above FULL (H) level] as this CAN result in
engine overheating, loss of power, and possible
engine damage.
Model MW
Change the engine crankcase oil after every 100
hours of operation and replace the oil filter every other
oil change (every 200 hours of operation or more often
in extremely dusty or dirty conditions).
All Models
1.Park the mower on a level surface with the engine stopped. The engine oil should be warm be-
fore draining. If not warm from operation, start the
engine and run a few minutes to warm the oil.
2.Before removing the dipstick, clean the area
around it to keep any dirt or debris out of the
engine.
Model MS, MB, MC, MD, MT, MTL, MTEFI
3. Remove the dipstick and oil drain plug and drain
the oil into a suitable container. Be sure to allow
ample time for complete drainage.
Model MW
3. Remove the dipstick, oil fill cap, and unscrew the
oil drain plug 4-1/2 revolutions (to prevent the drain
plug from coming out completely , do not exceed 41/2 turns). Drain oil into a suitable container. Be
sure to allow ample time for complete drainage.
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Oil Filter
Drain Plug
Oil Drain/Oil Filter Location -
Model MC, MT, MTL, MTEFI (Model MT shown)
July 2006
Oil Fill/
Dipstick
Oil Filter
Oil Drain
Oil Drain, Dipstick (Oil Fill),
and Oil Filter Location - Model MW
Drain Plug
Oil Drain Location
(view from left side of tractor) - Model MD
Oil Filter
Dipstick
(Oil Fill)
Oil Drain
Oil Fill
Dipstick
Dipstick and Oil Fill
(view from above left side of tractor) - Model MB
Oil Drain, Dipstick (Oil Fill),
and Oil Filter Locations
(view from lower left side of tractor) - Model MS
Oil Filter
Oil Drain
Oil Drain and Oil Filter Locations
(view from above right side of tractor) - Model MB
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All Models
4.Before removing the oil filter, clean the area around
the filter to keep dirt and debris out of the engine.
Oil Filter
Oil Filter Location - Model MD
5. Remove the old oil filter and wipe off the filter
mounting surface on the engine.
6.Apply a thin coating of clean oil to the rubber
gasket on the replacement oil filter.
IMPORTANT: Use ONLY oil filters from the engine
manufacturer. Aftermarket oil filters may not seal
properly and/or may not have the correct pressure
relief valve for proper lubrication. Also, for certain
models the filter length dimension is critical for
tailwheel clearance.
Model MW, MC, MD, MT, MTL, MTEFI
7. Install the new oil filter on the engine. Turn the filter
clockwise until the rubber gasket contacts the sealing surface, then tighten an additional 1/2 turn.
Model MS
Model MS
8. Reinstall the drain plug. Make sure it is tightened
to 16.5 ft-lb (23 N
Model MW
8. Close drain valve.
Model MB
8. Reinstall the drain plug.
Model MC, MT, MTL, MTEFI
9. Fill the crankcase through the oil filler tube (dipstick opening) with new, clean oil. Use only
crankcase lubricants recommended by the engine
manufacturer. Refer to
manual or the engine owner’s manual. Use the
recommended oil viscosity for the expected ambient temperature. Oil with the correct viscosity will
aid starting in cold weather and assure proper lubrication in hot weather. Fill up to, but notabove, the “F” mark on the dipstick. Crankc ase
capacity is 1.85 quarts (1.75 liters) plus 1/2 pint
(.24 liters) for the new oil filter.
Model MD
9. Fill the crankcase with new, clean oil. Use only
crankcase lubricants recommended by the engine
manufacturer . Refer to
ual or the engine owner’s manual. Use the recommended oil viscosity for the expected ambient
temperature. Oil with the correct viscosity will aid
starting in cold weather and assure proper lubrication in hot weather . Fill up to, but not above, theupper mark on the dipstick. Crankcase capacity
is 3.1 quarts (2.9 liters) plus 1/2 pint (.24 liters) for
the new oil filter.
·m).
Specifications in this
Specifications in this man-
7. Install the new oil filter on the engine. Turn the oil
filter clockwise until the rubber gasket contacts the
sealing surface, then tighten the filter an additional
3/4 turn.
Model MB
7. Install the new oil filter on the engine. Turn the oil
filter clockwise until the rubber gasket contacts the
sealing surface, then tighten the filter an additional
1/2 to 3/4 turn.
Model MC, MD, MT, MTL, MTEFI
8. Reinstall the drain plug. Make sure it is tightened
to 10 ft-lb (13.6 N
·m).
IMPORT ANT : DO NOT use oil that is rated for gasoline engines only (API SE/SF). This will cause
problems with a diesel engine.
Model MS
9. Fill the crankcase (through the dipstick opening)
with oil using only crankcase lubricants supplied
by the engine manufacturer. Refer to Specifica-tions in this manual or the engine owner’s manual.
Use the recommended oil viscosity for the expected ambient temperatur e. Oil with the correct
viscosity will aid starting in cold weather and assure proper lubrication in hot weather. Fill toFULL (H) mark on the dipstick; crankcase capacity is 2.7 pints (1.3 liters).
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Model MW
9. Fill the crankcase with new, clean oil. Use only
crankcase lubricants recommended by the engine
manufacturer . Refer to
ual or the engine owner’s manual. Use the recommended oil viscosity for the expected ambient
temperature. Oil with the correct viscosity will aid
starting in cold weather and assure proper lubrication in hot weather . Fill up to, but not above, theupper mark on the dipstick. Crankcase capacity is
1.6 quarts (1.5 liters) plus 0.2 quart (0.2 liters) for
the new oil filter.
Model MB
9. Fill the crankcase with new, clean oil. Use only
crankcase lubricants recommended by the engine
manufacturer . Refer to Specifications in this manu-
al or the engine owner’s manual. Use the recommended oil viscosity for the expected ambient
temperature. Oil with the correct viscosity will aid
starting in cold weather and assure proper lubrication in hot weather. Fill to FULL mark on the dipstick; crankcase capacity is 1.5 quarts (1.4 liters)
when changing oil and filter.
Specifications in this man-
Mower Deck Gearbox Lubrication - All Models
NOTE: These instructions apply to all mower decks
with gear-driven blades. Refer to DSD52 or DSD62
Mower Deck Lubrication in this section for the DSD52
or DSD62 deck with belt-driven blades.
All Gear Drive Models
The mower deck gearboxes (tee gearbox and blade
drive gearboxes) are connected as a unitiz ed assembly, and oil flows freely between them. The gearboxes
are permanently lubricated (oil filled) and sealed requiring no scheduled lubrication. However, the gearbox oil seals should be checked every 25 hours for
indication of an oil leak; particularly the lower seals
on the blade drive gearboxes should be inspected,
since they operate in a dirty environment. If an oil leak
is noted, replace the oil seal and relubricate the gearbox assembly as follows:
1. Remove gearbox cover (footrest). Deck orientation should be the normal operating position.
Blade Drive
Gearboxes
All Models
IMPORTANT: Check the dipstick reading before
adding the last 1/2 pint of oil and fill onlyto the “F”mark.DO NOT overfill the crankcase (oil above
“F” mark) as thi s CAN result in engine overheating, loss of power, and possible engine damage.
10. Start the engine and check for oil leaks a round the
oil filter. S top the engine, recheck the oil level, and
add oil if necessary. (When the engine is first operated with a new oil filter, the oil level drop s slightly
as the filter is filled with oil.)
Tee
Gearbox
Mower Deck Gearboxes
(shown with gearbox cover removed for clarity)
2. Clean the area around the individual gearbox cover plates to prevent contaminants from entering the
gearcase.
3. Remove the screws securing the cover plates on
the blade drive gearboxes.
4. Check the level of lubricant in the gearboxes. If the
lubricant is low, add SAE E.P. (Extreme Pressure)
80W-90 gear lube until the level is up to (submerges) the horizontal shaft in the ge arbox (shaf t par allel to cover plate).
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NOTE: In case the gearboxes are completely
drained of oil, approximately 5 fl. oz. (15 cl) of oil per
gearbox is required to refill the gear drive assembly.
NOTE: Since the gearboxes are connected as a
unit by connector tubes, it is necessary to add oil
slowly. Allow a few minutes after adding oil for the
oil to flow throughout the assembly and the oil level
to stabilize before reassembly.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT overfill the deck gearboxes. The gearbox assembly is not vented, and overfilling with oil will cause excessive pressure and
result in oil leaks.
5. Check condition of the cover gasket and replace if
worn or damaged. Reinstall gearbox cover plates;
torque screws to 24 in-lb (2.7 N
DSD52 or DSD62 Mower Deck Lubrication
There are several special lubrication requirements for
the DSD52 or DSD62 mower deck in addition to the requirements detailed in the Ch assis and Deck Lubrica-
tion illustration. Lubricate the locations shown in the
Blade Spindle Lubrication and Gearbox, Dolly
Wheel, and U-Joint Lubrication photos and check
and maintain oil in the belt drive gearbox.
⋅m).
2. Check the oil level in the belt drive gearbox every
100 hours (or sooner if a visible oil leak has devel-
oped). With the deck in the normal operating position, remove the level plug in the side of the
gearcase. Add SAE E.P . (Extreme Pressure) 80W90 gear lube to maintain the level to the plug. If the
oil level is low, check the gearbox for any indication
of an oil leak. If an oil leak is noted, the gearbox will
need to be removed and rebuilt.
3. Lubricate the dolly wheel pivot every 25 hours
with general purpose grease.
4. Lubricate the U-Joint in the drive shaft every 8hours with SAE general purpose lithium or molybdenum base grease.
Belt Drive
Gearbox
Dolly Wheel
Pivot
1. Lubricate the blade spindles every 25 hours with
two (2) shots of SAE general purpose lithium or
molybdenum base grease.
Check the gearbox oil level every 25 hours, and if necessary, add oil [SAE E.P. (Extreme Pressure) 80W-90
gear lube] to maintain oil level to the FULL mark o n the
dipstick.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT overfill the PTO gearbox to
avoid oil leakage out of the dipstick standpipe.
If the oil level is low, check the gearbox for any indication of an oil leak. If an oil leak is noted, the gearbox will
need to be removed and rebuilt.
Jackshaft
Dipstick
PTO
Gearbox
Dipstick
PTO
Gearbox
Dipstick Location, T ractor PTO Gearbox - Model MC
Changing Gearbox Oil
The tractor PTO gearbox is oil filled. No scheduled oil
change is required. However, changing the oil after thefirst 100 hour break-in period will extend gearbox life
and is recommended.
1.Remove the drain plug in the bottom of the gearcase, drain the oil, and reinstall the plug.
2. Refill the gearbox through the dipstick standpipe
using 7 to 8 fl. oz. (21 to 24 cl) of SAE E.P. (Extreme Pressure) 80W-90 gear lube. Remove plug
in top of gearcase to vent air when refilling.
Dipstick Location, T ractor PTO Gearbox - Mode l MT
Jackshaft
PTO
Gearbox
Dipstick
Dipstick Location, T ractor PTO Gearbox - Model MD
3. Check that the oil level is at the FULL mark on the
dipstick. DO NOT overfill.
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Tractor PTO Gearbox Lubrication - Model MS
The tractor PTO gearbox is permanently lubricated (oil
filled) and sealed requiring no scheduled lubrication.
However, the gearbox oil seals should be checked ev-ery 25 hours for indication of oil leaks. If evidence of
an oil leak is noted, replace the oil seal and relubricate
the gearbox. The gearbox will need to be removed from
the tractor to be serviced. Refill with SAE E.P. (extreme
pressure) 80W-90 gear lube until level is up to (submerges) horizontal shaft of gearbox (shaft parallel to
cover). DO NOT overfill.
NOTE: In case the gearboxes are completely drained
of oil, approximately 5 fl. oz. (15 cl) of oil per gearbox is
required to refill the gear drive assembly.
PTO
Gearbox
CAUTION
Do not leave the mower in this position for
an extended period of time to prevent oil
from draining into the heads and causing
possible engine damage.
PTO Gearbox
Fill Plug
PTO Gearbox
Drain Plug
Rear of Tractor
Tractor PTO Gearbox
Tractor PTO Gearbox Lubrication - Model MW
Checking Gearbox Oil Level
The tractor PTO gearbox is permanently lubricated (oil
filled) and sealed requiring no scheduled lubrication.
However, the gearbox oil seals should be checked ev-ery 25 hours for indication of oil leaks. If evidence of
an oil leak is noted, replace the oil seal and relubricate
the gearbox. The gearbox can be drained by removing
the plug on the gearbox cover. Replace plug and refill
gearbox using 5 fl. oz. (15cl) of SAE E.P. (Extreme
Pressure) 80W-90 gear lube.
With the deck removed, the tractor unit may need to be
tilted forward (resting on deck support arms) for positioning purposes, to add oil into the PTO gearbox.
Tractor PTO Gearbox Location
(view from underside of tractor)
Transaxle Lubrication - Model MW
• The transaxle oil lubrication is SAE 20W-50 engine
oil.
• Inspect both transaxle cases after every 100 hours
of operation for visible leaks. If a leak is detected, the
oil level should be checked through the breather port on
top of the transaxle. Using a clean rod, measure the oil
level by placing the rod in the fill port and bottoming out
the rod on the bottom of the case. Remove the rod and
measure the oil level on the rod. It should measure 4 to
4-1/4 in. (10 to 10.75 cm) total depth of oil. DO NOT
overfill.
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Transaxle Lubrication - Model MB
• The transaxle oil lubrication is SAE 20W-50 engine oil.
• Inspect both transaxle cases and hoses after every
100 hours of operation for visible leaks.
• The fluid levels for each transaxle can be checked vi-
sually by looking at the fluid levels in each expansion
reservoir. When the transaxles are cold, the fluid level
in the expansion reservoirs should be between 1/4" and
1/2" (.64 cm and 1.27 cm).
Reservoir Cap
Hot Level
Cold Level
8.Before reinstalling the elbows, screw the locking
nut on the elbows down until they are snug (the oring on the elbow will be to the bottom of the o-ring
groove).
9.Reinstall the elbows. When the elbow begins to be
snug, position the elbow as it was when removed
and tighten the lock nut.
10. Remove the block from the left wheel and reattach
the reservoir hoses to the transaxles.
1 1. Fill both reservoirs to 1” (25 mm) with 20W-50 oil.
12. Start and drive the unit for 1- 2 minutes.
13. If the transaxles sound noisy or have poor steering
response, recheck oil level in both transaxles by removing the elbows (check oil level at fill opening).
14. If oil needs to be added refer back to steps 5-13.
Oil Reservoir
Expansion Reservoir Location
Changing Gearbox Oil
1.Thoroughly clean the exterior of the transmission
housing before servicing. Using a 1/4” hex wrench,
remove the plug located approximately 2” (50 mm)
from the bottom on the back side of each transaxle
allowing the oil to drain.
2.To remove the remainder of the oil [approximately
6-8 oz. (.18–.24 liter)] below the plug, use an oil
suction gun. Reinstall drain plugs.
3.Remove and replace the oil filters using a 3/8” hex
wrench.
4.Using an oil suction gun, remove all oil in the reservoirs.
5.Place 6” (15 cm) block under th e left hand drive
wheel.
6.Remove the oil reservoir hose attached to the elbow on top of the transaxles and remove the elbows to access the oil fill openings.
Oil Fill
(Remove Elbow)
Drain Plug
Component Locations
7.Fill the transaxles with 20W-50 oil through the
opening where the elbows were. Fill up to the
opening.
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Hydrostatic Transmission Fluid - Model MS, MC,
MD, MT
Checking Hydrostatic Transmission Fluid Level
Oil Filter
Access
Hydrostatic transmission fluid level should be checked
every 25 hours of machine operation. It is preferable
to check the fluid level when fluid is cold. Check
fluid level as follows:
1.Park the mower on a level surface. Stop the engine and wipe dirt and contaminants from around
the reservoir cap and air bleed plug.
IMPORTANT: Before removing the reservoir cap,
clean any dirt from around it. Any dirt or contaminants entering the transmission will accelerate
wear and eventually cause loss of power to the
drive wheels.
Oil Filter Access
Steering Linkage and PTO Linkage Lubrication Model MW
The steering and PTO linkage are located at the rea r of
the tractor below the body. The grease and oil points
should be lubricated every 25 hours.
Rear of Tractor
PTO Linkage
Lubrication Points
Steering Linkage
Lubrication Points
Steering and PTO Linkage Location
(view from underside of tractor)
IMPORTANT: Removing or breaking the seal with-
in the first 500 hours will void the warranty.
NOTE: Check oil level of sealed hydrostatic trans-
mission after first 500 hours using a light next to
the reservoir.
2.Remove the reservoir cap and check the level of
the fluid. The reservoir has a fluid level COLD mark
and HOT mark. The reservoir oil level should
ALWAYS be at or above the COLD mark and
NEVER above the HOT mark.
Reservoir Cap
Hot Level
Cold Level
Air Bleed Plug
Gear Axle Lubrication - Model MS, MC, MD, MT
• The gear axle oil lubrication is SAE 80W-90 (API
GL-5) gear lube.
• Check the axle oil level after every 100 hours of op-
eration by removing the oil level plug. If additional oil is
needed, remove the breather vent on top of axle and fill
until oil is at the level plug.
• Change axle oil every 1000 hours or two (2) years.
Transmission Reservoir
and Air Bleed Plug Location (Model MC shown)
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3.If the fluid is below the COLD mark (or the transmission is not performing properly), loosen the airbleed plug (located on the top of transmission
case next to the plastic reservoir).
a.If a small amount of fluid leaks from around
the air bleed plug:
* The transmission is full of fluid.
* Tighten the plug and fill the reservoir to the
COLD level mark.
b.If no fluid leaks from around the air bleed plug:
* Slowly add fluid into the reservoir until fluid
starts to leak from around the plug.
(Transmissions are serviced from the factory with Mobil 1 (15W50) Synthetic Oil).
When it is necessary to add fluid, refer to
Specifications for the proper fluid.
* As soon as there is fluid leaking from
around the air bleed plug, tighten the plug
and fill the reservoir to the COLD level
mark. Wipe any excess oil off of the transmission housing.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT overfill the transmission reservoir. This will result in oil leaking out of the reservoir
cap vent when the transmission warms up. It is preferable to add fluid to the transmission when it is cold and
make sure the oil is not above or below the COLD
level mark.
IMPORTANT: The transmission reservoir has a fine
mesh screen in the bottom to trap dirt and fore ign particles from entering the transmission. When filling the
reservoir, fluid will flow quite slowly through this
screen; so it is essential that there is fluid at the bleed
plug before the transmission is considered full.
Changing Hydrostatic Transmission Fluid - Model MS,
MC, MD, MT
The hydrostatic fluid should be changed every 1000
hours or two (2) years. Also, the fluid should bechanged if the natural color of the fluid has b ecom e
black or milky (indicating possible overheating or
water contamination of fluid). The transmission is refilled using the factory service fluid noted in TRANS-MISSIONSpecifications. The fluid is changed as
follows:
1.Park the mower on a level surface and stop the
engine.
2.Remove the lower drain plug and the air bleed
plug. Allow the fluid to drain out.
IMPORTANT: Clean any dirt from around the plugs
and reservoir cap before removing them.
3.Reinstall the lower drain plug, making sure the rubber O-ring on the plug is in place and in good con-
dition.
4.Refill the transmission through the air bleed plug
hole until it is as full as possible.
IMPORTANT: Avoid fluid contamination when
filling the reservoir. Use clean container, spout,
funnel, etc. when pouring the fluid into the reservoir .
5.Rotate the transmission input shaft about five (5)
revolutions to allow any trapped air to escape.
6.Before installing the air bleed plug, fill the reservoir
with fluid allowing a small amount to leak out of the
air bleed plug hole.
7.Install the air bleed plug and fill the reservoir to the
COLD level line.
IMPORTANT: Any attempt to remove or in any way al-
ter the filtering screen in the transmission reservoir
could cause damage to the transmission and will VOID
any transmission warranty.
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Grease Fitting and Oil Point Lubrication - All Models
Lubricate the grease fittings and oil points after every
25 hours of operation. Lubricate more often when op-
erating in dusty or dirty conditions. Use SAE general
purpose lithium or molybdenum base grease for gr ease
fittings and light machine oil (SAE 10) to lubricate oil
points. Lubricate the locations shown in the Chas-
sis and Deck Lubrication Points illustration.
NOTE: PTO universal joints (on the deck and tractor)
require routine lubrication after every8 hours of running time. Remove tractor PTO tube assembly for easy
access to grease fittings.
Model MS, MB
NOTE: The pillowblock bearings on the PTO drive
shaft are a sealed, relubricatable-type be aring. Grease
lightly once per year using care to not over-lubricate
and damage the seals.
LUBRICATION - IMPLEMENTS
WARNING
Drive Chain
Lubricate the drive chain every 8 hours. A light penetrating oil or special purpose chain oil is recommended.
Lubricate the drive chain as follows:
1.Remove the three (3) screws fastening the removable chain guard cover to the frame.
DO NOT attempt to lubricate the machine
with the tractor engine running. Disengage the PTO clutch, shut off the machine, and remove the ignition key.
Proper lubrication is an important maintenance procedure. It reduces wear and makes the machine quieter
and easier to operate.
Perfaerator
Grease Fitting and Oil Point Lubrication
Lubricate the grease fittings and oil point s after every 8
hours of operation (or as recommended below). Use
SAE general purpose lithium or molybdenum base
grease for grease fittings and light machine oil (SAE 10)
to lubricate oil points.
Gearbox
The gearbox is permanently lubricated (oil filled) and
sealed requiring no scheduled lubrication. However,
the gearbox oil seal(s) should be checked every 25hours for indication of an oil leak. If gearbox oil is
changed, fill with 15 oz. of 80W-90 gear oil. Do not
overfill.
Remove Chain Guard Cover
2.Apply oil to the drive chain.
3.Adjust the chain if necessary. Refer to ADJUST-
MENTS of Drive Chain Tension in the Service
Procedures Section.
4.Reinstall chain guard cover by reversing the removal procedure.
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Lifting Mechanism
Lubricate the grease fittings (4) across the lifting mechanism attached to the frame every 25 hours. Use SAE
general purpose lithium or molybdenum base grease.
Camshaft
Drive
Lifting
Mechanism
Implements
Rotary Broom Gearbox
The gearbox is permanently lubricated (oil filled) and
sealed requiring no scheduled lubrication. However,
the gearbox oil seal(s) should be checked every 25hours for indication of an oil leak. If an oil leak is noted,
replace the oil seal and relubricate the gear-box as
follows:
1.Remove the gearbox following the procedure described in REPLACING/REPAIRING the RotaryBroom Gearbox in this section.
Dipstick Plug
Gearbox
Mounting
Bolt
Gearbox
Cover
Lubricating Lift Mechanism and Camshaft Drive
Camshaft Drive System
Lubricate the grease fittings (16) on the camshaft drive
system every 4 hours. Use Almagard
cant (Walker P/N 6685-7).
The bearings at each end and att ached to the retra ctor
plate arms are sealed and should be greased every100 hours of operation. Use SAE general purpose lithium or molybdenum base grease.
PTO U-Joint
Lubricate the grease fitting for the PT O U-Joint eve ry 8
hours with SAE general purpose lithium or molybde-
num base grease.
The PTO U-Joint is accessed by removin g the gearbox
cover.
®
#3752 lubri-
Gearbox
Plug
Rotary Broom Gearbox with Cover Removed
2.Clean the area around the plug locate d on the front
of the gearbox.
3.Remove the gearbox plug on the gearbox.
4.If the lubricant is flowing out of the plug hole, the
gearbox is full. Reinsert the plug. If no lubricant
flows out, add SAE E.P. (Extreme Pressure) 80W90 oil into the gearbox through the plug hole until it
starts to flow out.
5.Wipe the threads of the gearb ox plug before re installing.
6.Torque plug to 24 in-lb (2.7 N·m).
NOTE: In case the gearbox is completely drain ed
of oil, approximately 5 fl. oz. (15 cl) of oil is required
to refill the gearbox.
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Rotary Broom Drive Chain
Lubricate the drive chain every 25 hours. A light
penetrating oil or special purpose chain oil is recommended. Lubricate the drive chain as follows:
1.Remove the two (2) bolts fastening the chain gu ard
cover to the broom housing and remove the cover.
Drive Chain
Chain Guard BoltsChain Guard Cover
Two-Stage Snowblower Gearbox
The gearbox is permanently lubricated (oil filled) and
sealed requiring no scheduled lubrication. However,
the gearbox oil seal(s) should be checked every 25hours for indication of an oil leak. If an oil leak is noted,
replace the oil seal(s) and relubricate the gear-box as
follows:
1.Remove the gearbox following the procedure described in REPLACING/REPAIRING the Two-
Stage Snowblower Gearbox in this section.
Remove Chain Guard Cover
2.Apply oil to the drive chain.
3.Reinstall the chain guard cover by reversing the removal procedures.
Lubricant
Plug
Snowblower Lubricant Plug Location
2.Clean the area around the lubricant plug located on
the front of the gearbox.
3.Remove the lubricant plug on the gearbox.
4.If the lubricant is flowing out of the plug hole, the
gearbox is full. Reinsert the plug. If no lubricant
flows out, add SAE E.P. (Extreme Pressure) 80W90 lubricant into the gearbox through the plug hole
until it starts to flow out.
5.Wipe the threads of the gearb ox plug before re installing.
6.Torque plug to 24 in-lb (2.7 N·m).
NOTE: In case the gearbox is completely drain ed
of oil, approximately 5 fl. oz. (15 cl) of oil is required
to refill the gearbox.
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Two-Stage Snowblower Reduction Chain
Lubricate the reduction chain every 25 hours. A light
penetrating oil or special purpose chain oil is recommended. Lubricate the reduction chain as follows:
1.Remove the bolt fastening the reduction box cover
to the reduction box and remove the cover.
Reduction
Chain
Remove Reduction Box Cover
2.Apply oil to the reduction chain.
3.Adjust the chain if necessary. Refer to ADJUST-
MENTS of Two-Stage Snowblower Reduction
Chain Tension in the Service Procedures Section.
4.Reinstall the reduction box cover by reversing the
removal procedures.
SB36 Snowblower
Grease Fitting and Oil Point Lubrication
Lubricate the grease fittings and oil points after every
25 hours of operation. Use SAE general purpose lith-
ium or molybdenum base grease for grease fittings and
light machine oil (SAE 10) to lubricate oil points. Lubri-
cate the locations shown in the Snowblower Lubr ication Points illustration.
PTO U-Joint
Lubricate the grease fitting for the PT O U-jo int eve ry 8
hours with SAE general purpose lithium or molybde-
num base grease.
The PTO U-joint is accessed by removing the gearbox
cover. Four (4) bolts fasten the gearbox cover to
mounting holes on the snowblower frame (refer to
Snowblower with Gearbox Cover Removed photo).
Gearbox Lubrication
The gearbox is permanently lubricated (oil filled) and
sealed requiring no scheduled lubrication. However,
the gearbox oil seal(s) should be checked every 25hours for indication of an oil leak. If an oil leak is noted,
replace the oil seal(s) and relubricate the gearbox as
follows:
1. Remove the gearbox following the procedure described in Gearbox Replacement in REPLAC-
ING/REPAIRING.
Grease Fitting and Oil Point Lubrication
Lubricate the grease fittings and oil points after every
25 hours of operation. Use SAE general purpose lith-
ium or molybdenum base grease for grease fittings and
light machine oil (SAE 10) to lubricate oil points. Lubri-
cate the locations shown in the Lubrication Points
illustrations.
Gearbox Cover
Mounting Holes
Snowblower with Gearbox Cover Removed
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2. Clean the area aroun d the gearbox cover plate t o
prevent contaminants from entering the gearcase.
3. Remove the screws securing the cover plate on the
gearbox.
4. Check the level of lubricant in the gearbox. If the
lubricant is low, add SAE E.P. (Extreme Pressure)
80W-90 oil until the oil level is up to (submerges)
the horizontal shaft in the gearbox (shaf t parallel to
cover plate).
NOTE: In case the gearbox is completely drained
of oil, approximately 5 fl. oz. (15 cl) of oil is required
to refill the gearbox.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT overfill the gearbox. The
gearbox assembly is not vented, and overfilling with
oil will cause excessive pressure and result in oil
leaks.
5. Check the condition of the cover gasket and replace if worn or damaged. Reinstall gearbox cov er
plate; torque screws to 24 in-lb (2.7 N·m).
6.Reinstall the gearbox cover by reversing the removal procedures.
Drive Chain Lubrication
Lubricate the drive chain every 25 hours. A light penetrating oil or special purpose chain oil is recommended. Lubricate the drive chain as follows:
1.Remove the screw fastening the removable chain
guard cover to the snowblower housing and remove the cover.
Chain Tension Block
Mounting Bolt
Chain Guard
Cover
Chain
Remove Chain Guard Cover
2.Apply oil to the drive chain.
3.Adjust the chain if necessary. Refer to ADJUST-
MENTS of Drive Chain Tension in the Service
Procedures Section.
4.Reinstall chain guard cover by reversing the removal procedures.
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Lubrication Points - MT, MTL, MTEFI, MTLEFI
July 2006
Ident LubricationNo.
No.Location TypePlaces
1Deck Caster Wheel Fork PivotGrease2
2Deck Caster Wheel BearingGrease2
3Tee Gearbox, DeckOil
4Blade Drive GearboxOil
5Universal Joint Shaft AssemblyGrease
6Pivot Assembly, Tilt-Up DeckGrease4
7Deck Support Arm SocketGrease2
8Body Hinge PointOil2
9FSC Actuator Rod Pivot PinsOil2
10FSC Lever PivotGrease1
11FSC Lever ForkGrease1
(Grease Slide Area)
12(FSC) Friction Body PivotGrease1
13Steering Lever PivotGrease4
14Deck Support Arm PivotGrease2
15Deck-to-PTO CouplingGrease1
(Grease Slide Area)
10Universal Joint Tube AssemblyGrease
11Transaxle Oil ReservoirOil2
12Deck Support Arm PivotGrease2
13Hydro Idler Arm PivotGrease1
14Parking Brake ClevisOil1
15FSC Lever PivotGrease1
16Body LatchOil1
17Parking Brake LeverOil2
18PTO Clutch Lever PivotGrease1
*1
*2
**1
**1
Ident LubricationNo.
No.Location TypePlaces
19PTO Belt Tightener PivotGrease1
20Throttle Control Cable EndsOil2
21Engine / Oil FillerOil
22Choke Control Cable EndsOil2
23Choke Control PivotOil1
24Throttle Control PivotOil1
***1
*Gearboxes are permanently lubricated and sealed requiring
no scheduled lubrication. Oil level should be checked only
when an oil leak is noted.
** Grease every eight (8) hours.
*** Refer to Engine Oil located in this section.
NOTE: DSD42 Tilt-Up Deck is shown for reference. For other
Deck Lubrication Points, refer to Deck and Carrier Frame
Illustrated Parts Manual.
WALKER MANUFACTURING COMPANY
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Chassis and Deck Lubrication Points - Model MB (Start S/N 2007-85248)