Poulan XC1182B - Manual (Page 17)

MAINTENANCE
BATTERY (See FIG. 18)
Your unit has a battery charging system which is sufficient
for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery
with an automotive charger will extend its life.
• Acid solution level in each battery cell should be even with
bottoms of vent wells. Add only distilled or iron-free water
if necessary. Do not overfill.
• Keep battery bolts tight.
• Keep vent caps tight and small vent holes in caps open.
• Recharge at 6 amperes for 1 hour.
TO CLEAN BATTERY A N D TERMINALS -
Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause
the battery to ’’leak” power.
» Remove terminal guard.
• Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery
cable and remove battery from tractor.
• Wash battery with solution of four tablespoons of baking
soda to one gallon of water. Be careful not to get the soda
solution into the cells.
• Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.
• Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush
until bright.
• Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.
• Reinstall battery (See “INSTALL BATTERY”
in the As­
sembly section of this manual).
ENGINE
LUBRICATION
Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and
every 50 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the tractor
is not used for 50 hours in one year.
Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and
after each five (5) hours of continuous use. Add SAE SOW
motor oil or equivalent. Tighten oil fill cap/dipstick securely
each time you check the oil level. SAE 5W-30 motor oil may
be used to make starting easier in areas where temperature
is consistently
32° F or lower.
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See FIGS. 19 and 20)
Determine temperature range expected before oil change.
All oil must meet API service classification SF/CC.
• Be sure vehicle is on level surface.
• Oil will drain more freely when warm.
• Catch oil in a suitable container.
• See engine manual packed with your unit for further in­
structions.
RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADES
I [ n
30 or 10W 30
°F -20°
°C -29° -18°
32° 60° 80° 100°
0° 16° 27° 38°
FIG. 20
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