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Question posted by nancylfh on May 6th, 2014

How Do I Remove So I Can Replace Bad Spark Plug Wires?

I need to replace the spark plug wires, but I cant find out how to remove the cap to get in and replace the wires?

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User Manual - Page 2

...; Avoid starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it . objects. If the tires lose traction, disengage the blades and ..., leaves or other hidden I. Shut off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before and while back- GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all slopes...
User Manual - Page 3

... is an open flame, spark, or pilot light such as necessary. • Be sure the area is not alert to stop. Clean oil or fuel spillage and remove any adjustments or repairs with the... than the operator. • Be alert and turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. 3 Replace gas cap and tighten securely. Always look behind and down for small children. • Mow up . They...
User Manual - Page 4

...maintain your nearest authorized service center/ department. WARNING: This tractor is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered ... manual. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity and Type: Oil Type (API-SG-SL): Oil Capacity: Spark Plug: (Gap: .030") Ground Speed (MPH): Charging System: Battery: Blade Torque: 1.25 ...
User Manual - Page 6

...• Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal (left unassembled for shipping purposes. Remove the cardboard packing and discard. • Place seat on all four panels of your ...TAB SLOTS FIG. 1 INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 2) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt. • Remove adjustment bolt, lock washer and flat washer, 5/16 lock washer, 5/16 hex bolt and tighten...
User Manual - Page 7

...area. FIG. 3 7 After engine has started, move throttle control to its highest position. • Remove key from the skid. Continue with gasoline. • Sit on label (label located between terminals) ...TERMINAL TERMINAL NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off skid. • Remove banding holding deflector shield up against tractor. Be sure the area in front of...
User Manual - Page 8

...charged. ✓ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. ✓ All tires are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in flated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were ...sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all connections are still secure and wires are routed correctly. See"TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING"in the Service and Adjustments section of...
User Manual - Page 11

... key to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will hold . Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use. • Never use choke to neutral (N) position... stop mower blades,move attachment clutch lever to desired height. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. • For best cutting performance, grass over ...
User Manual - Page 13

... add oil until "FULL" mark on level ground. • Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for additional information. Use fresh fuel next season....Service and Adjustments section of an engine while in the fuel tank or permanent damage may need to be emptied before storage of fuel, it run with tractor on dipstick is reached. ...
User Manual - Page 15

... maintain tractor as instructed in sandy soil. 4 - Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to operator abuse or negligence. VISCOUS LUBRICANTS WILL...Clean Air Screen I Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester N Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) E Clean Engine Cooling Fins Replace Spark Plug Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace Fuel Filter 1 - A new spark plug and clean air filter ...
User Manual - Page 16

...washer in the disengaged position. Lbs. IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS HEAT TREATED. IF BOLT NEEDS REPLACING, REPLACE ONLY WITH APPROVE BOLT SHOWN IN THE REPAIR PARTS. but are working properly. OPERATOR PRESENCE ... (27-35 Ft. Using a blade not approved by the manufacturer of your warranty. BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 8) • Raise mower to highest position to allow access to slow leaks...
User Manual - Page 17

... of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground. Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto to open , pull out on level surface. • Oil will extend its life... finished. tery cable and remove battery from tractor. • Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. • Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until the pin is not ...
User Manual - Page 18

... a garden hose or pressure washer to clean your tractor. Clean with a wire brush ...Spark plug type and gap setting is required. • With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections. • Place new fuel filter in position in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of each season. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs...
User Manual - Page 19

... neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. • Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in "DISENGAGED" position. • Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower...
User Manual - Page 20

... of turns. To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing should be replaced without tools. TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 18) The mower blade drive belt may... "D" directly in length. • When distance "D" is parked on that side. BELT REMOVALRemove mower from trunnion on level surface. BELT INSTALLATION • Install new belt in this manual...
User Manual - Page 21

... adjusted or the pads need to be checked and adjusted. WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" 1-1/2" NUT "A" JAM NUT TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 20) Park the tractor on brake rod. • If distance is necessary. Engage parking brake. The rear wheels must be replaced. BELT REMOVALRemove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in highest...
User Manual - Page 22

Keep sparks, flame and...;at the factory; Always wear eye protection when around batteries. however, if adjustment is needed to get to adjustment bolt, move freely, the transaxle is too weak to good chassis...mower deck height to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Insert square key. • Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in rear wheel hub and...
User Manual - Page 23

... engine manual. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding. • Lift seat pan to raised position. • Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from starting. • Check wiring. Slide terminal cover over terminal. • Connect BLACK grounding cable to...
User Manual - Page 24

.... • After a period of time in storage, battery may reach an open flame or spark. CYLINDER(S) • Remove spark plug(s). • Pour one season to another. • Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to distribute oil. • Replace with gasoline in the Mainte- Store in a clean, dry area. • Clean entire tractor (See...
User Manual - Page 25

... height/reduce speed. 2. Clean and regap or change oil. 6. Connect and tighten spark plug wire. 11. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Replace blade. Loose or damaged wiring. 9. See "TO START ENGINE" in Service Adjustments section. 15. Replace fuel filter. 7. Check all wiring. 4. Hard to start 1. Bad spark plug. 3. Weak or dead battery. 4. Carburetor out of adjustment. 10...
User Manual - Page 26

...lamp(s) burned out. 3. Check/replace light switch. 4. Bad battery cell(s). 2. Replace regulator. 4. Engine continues to...ROS "ON" position. Replace/sharpen blade. Loose or damaged wiring. 5. Replace battery. 2. Replace alternator. CORRECTION 1. Poor... tractor is "OFF". 2. See Operation section. 1. Remove obstruction. 2. Replace idler pulley. 4. Mower drive belt worn. 9. Place...

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