Machine Maintenance; Freewheel Control - Textron JACOBSEN TR3 Manual De Seguridad, Funcionamiento Y Mantenimiento

8 MAINTENANCE & LUBRICATION

8.12 MACHINE MAINTENANCE

Other Regular Service.
• Verify proper operation of safety interlock
switches (Neutral switch, Seat switch, etc.)
• Ensure nuts and bolts remain tight.
• visually inspect for hydraulic leaks.
• Keep engine bay clear of debris.
• Keep tyre pressure at correct level. See
section 4
• Follow the engine manufacturer's
maintenance recommendations.
• If a label becomes worn or removed, see
the LABELS section of this manual or the
tractor Parts Manual for replacement
information.

8.13 FREEWHEEL CONTROL

The free wheel control is provided to allow the
machine to be moved when the engine is stationary.
Before the machine can be moved the Parking Brake
must be released. The brake release valve is situated
under the Operators Platform close to the front axle.
Move the Parking brake release lever D to the right
when viewed from the front of the machine. Rotate
the steering wheel clockwise to release the parking
brake.
The freewheel control is situated in the engine
compartment between the engine and the seat. To
gain access lift the engine cover. Rotate the control
knob A fully anticlockwise to obtain the transmission
free wheel function.
Rotate the freewheel control knob A fully clockwise
to return the transmission system to normal
operation.
DO NOT Do not tow the machine for more than a few
meters, or allow the machine to free wheel down
slopes even when unloading down ramps.
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SAFETY, OPERATORS & MAINTENANCE MANUAL
NOTE: When washing machine with pressure spray
washers or steam cleaners, avoid washing bearing
areas because cleaning solutions might penetrate
bearing seals and cause premature bearing failure.
Storage
• Store petrol or diesel fuel in an approved
container in a cool dry place.
• Keep the machine and fuel containers in a
locked storage place to prevent tampering
and to keep children from playing with
them.
• Do not store fuel or petrol/diesel fuel
powered equipment in any closed area
where heating appliances, pilot lights or any
sort of open flame is present.
• Before storing, allow the engine to cool, and
drain fuel completely from fuel tanks and
containers.
• Maximum safety and best mowing results
can only be expected if the mower is
maintained and operated properly.
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