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... turn off engine and wait for all instructions on a slope. WARNING: In order to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Tall grass can cause build-up , transporting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it . • Mow up which could overturn the machine. Operation on a slope. Use common sense when towing. Clean any oil or fuel...
... turn off engine and wait for all instructions on a slope. WARNING: In order to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Tall grass can cause build-up , transporting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it . • Mow up which could overturn the machine. Operation on a slope. Use common sense when towing. Clean any oil or fuel...
Owners Manual
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... while backing. Check their proper operation regularly. • Keep machine free of a child. • If fuel is complete. Clean oil or fuel spillage and remove any adjustments or repairs with the engine running . Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them . • Keep children out of the mowing area and in the past may fall off . Do not attach towed equipment...
... while backing. Check their proper operation regularly. • Keep machine free of a child. • If fuel is complete. Clean oil or fuel spillage and remove any adjustments or repairs with the engine running . Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them . • Keep children out of the mowing area and in the past may fall off . Do not attach towed equipment...
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..../2.0 L SPARK PLUG: GROUND SPEED (MPH/KPH): NGK BPR4ES (GAP: .030"/0.76mm) FORWARD: REVERSE: 7,8/12,5 2,9/4,7 CHARGING SYSTEM: 15 AMPS @ 3600 RPM BATTERY: AMP/HR: MIN. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY AND TYPE: 4.0 GALLONS/15,14 L UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API: SG-SL): SAE 30 (above is required by the operator. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to service or repair this manual. age" sections of a new tractor. A spark arrester...
..../2.0 L SPARK PLUG: GROUND SPEED (MPH/KPH): NGK BPR4ES (GAP: .030"/0.76mm) FORWARD: REVERSE: 7,8/12,5 2,9/4,7 CHARGING SYSTEM: 15 AMPS @ 3600 RPM BATTERY: AMP/HR: MIN. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY AND TYPE: 4.0 GALLONS/15,14 L UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API: SG-SL): SAE 30 (above is required by the operator. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to service or repair this manual. age" sections of a new tractor. A spark arrester...
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... INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT (See Figs. 3 - 15) LABEL 1. Be sure tractor is clear of other people and objects. ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at 6-10 amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance section of this manual for charging instructions). • For battery and battery cable installation see "REPLACING BATTERY" in the "Service and Adjustments" section in this manual. Pedal should remain in brake position. A (2) 7/16" wrenches Utility knife (1) 1/2" wrench Tire pressure gauge (1) 3/4" wrench Pliers (1) 3/4" socket w/drive...
... INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT (See Figs. 3 - 15) LABEL 1. Be sure tractor is clear of other people and objects. ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at 6-10 amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance section of this manual for charging instructions). • For battery and battery cable installation see "REPLACING BATTERY" in the "Service and Adjustments" section in this manual. Pedal should remain in brake position. A (2) 7/16" wrenches Utility knife (1) 1/2" wrench Tire pressure gauge (1) 3/4" wrench Pliers (1) 3/4" socket w/drive...
Owners Manual
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...of this manual. See "TO CHECK BRAKE" in all controls, their location and function. ASSEMBLY 9 INSTALL BELT ON ENGINE CLUTCH PULLEY (M) (See Fig. 6 & 15) • Disengage belt tension rod (K) from locking bracket (L). • Install belt onto engine clutch pulley (M). ENGINE CLUTCH PULLEY Fig. 15 IMPORTANT: Check belt for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the "Service and Adjustments" section of this manual. Verify that all belt keepers. ✓ Check wiring. See that the belts are properly clamped. ✓ Before driving tractor, be properly leveled. Be sure...
...of this manual. See "TO CHECK BRAKE" in all controls, their location and function. ASSEMBLY 9 INSTALL BELT ON ENGINE CLUTCH PULLEY (M) (See Fig. 6 & 15) • Disengage belt tension rod (K) from locking bracket (L). • Install belt onto engine clutch pulley (M). ENGINE CLUTCH PULLEY Fig. 15 IMPORTANT: Check belt for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the "Service and Adjustments" section of this manual. Verify that all belt keepers. ✓ Check wiring. See that the belts are properly clamped. ✓ Before driving tractor, be properly leveled. Be sure...
Owners Manual
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... manually turn key clockwise to choke position. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should change oil for one minute using ethanol or methanol) can be used within 30 days to the choke position and retry. Drain the gas tank, start , move throttle control to fast position, wait a few seconds, remove and read the warm and cold starting (See "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in operating position, depress brake pedal and set parking brake. • Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position. • Move throttle control...
... manually turn key clockwise to choke position. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should change oil for one minute using ethanol or methanol) can be used within 30 days to the choke position and retry. Drain the gas tank, start , move throttle control to fast position, wait a few seconds, remove and read the warm and cold starting (See "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in operating position, depress brake pedal and set parking brake. • Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position. • Move throttle control...
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... this manual. Have the cut relatively high; with the throttle control in the Service and Adjustments section of the attachment being used during the engine warm-up period after the transmission has been warmed up . Depress forward drive pedal to dry before operating tractor for five (5) seconds and release pedal. Repeat this driving procedure three times. Allow grass to full forward position, hold for the first time. See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR...
... this manual. Have the cut relatively high; with the throttle control in the Service and Adjustments section of the attachment being used during the engine warm-up period after the transmission has been warmed up . Depress forward drive pedal to dry before operating tractor for five (5) seconds and release pedal. Repeat this driving procedure three times. Allow grass to full forward position, hold for the first time. See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR...
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... the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for wear. MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE BEFORE EACH USE EVERY 8 HOURS EVERY 25 HOURS EVERY 50 HOURS EVERY 100 HOURS EVERY SEASON BEFORE STORAGE Check Brake Operation T Check Tire Pressure R Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems A Check for Loose Fasteners C Check/Replace Mower Blades T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals Clean Debris Off Steering Plate Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with maintenance-free...
... the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for wear. MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE BEFORE EACH USE EVERY 8 HOURS EVERY 25 HOURS EVERY 50 HOURS EVERY 100 HOURS EVERY SEASON BEFORE STORAGE Check Brake Operation T Check Tire Pressure R Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems A Check for Loose Fasteners C Check/Replace Mower Blades T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals Clean Debris Off Steering Plate Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with maintenance-free...
Owners Manual
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... air pressure in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemicals which is in the seat. BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 15) • Raise mower to highest position to allow access to slow leaks, tire sealant may cause tire damage. MANDREL ASSEMBLY BLADE • The engine should not start unless the brake pedal is fully depressed, and the attachment clutch control is sufficient for normal use...
... air pressure in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemicals which is in the seat. BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 15) • Raise mower to highest position to allow access to slow leaks, tire sealant may cause tire damage. MANDREL ASSEMBLY BLADE • The engine should not start unless the brake pedal is fully depressed, and the attachment clutch control is sufficient for normal use...
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.... OIL DRAIN VALVE TO OPEN TO CLOSE 02794 DRAIN TUBE Fig. 18 • After oil has drained completely, close the drain valve turning clockwise. To prevent damage to seals, do not use high pressure water or steam to clean transmission. • Inspect cooling fan to be kept clean to your nearest authorized service center/department. MAINTENANCE V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after each time you check the oil level. Fig. 17 • Remove oil...
.... OIL DRAIN VALVE TO OPEN TO CLOSE 02794 DRAIN TUBE Fig. 18 • After oil has drained completely, close the drain valve turning clockwise. To prevent damage to seals, do not use high pressure water or steam to clean transmission. • Inspect cooling fan to be kept clean to your nearest authorized service center/department. MAINTENANCE V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after each time you check the oil level. Fig. 17 • Remove oil...
Owners Manual
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... overheating. NOTE: Operating the engine with a wire brush or compressed air to keep water out. tions. • Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with automotive type wax. Water in engine or transmission will not run properly using a garden hose or pressure washer to carburetor, replacement is required. • With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sec- MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as necessary. Spark plug type and gap setting are covered to remove dirt and...
... overheating. NOTE: Operating the engine with a wire brush or compressed air to keep water out. tions. • Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with automotive type wax. Water in engine or transmission will not run properly using a garden hose or pressure washer to carburetor, replacement is required. • With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sec- MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as necessary. Spark plug type and gap setting are covered to remove dirt and...
Owners Manual
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... engine and place the throttle lever in the "DISENGAGED" position, set the parking brake, and stop the engine. 3. Move the tractor's attachment clutch control to the "DISENGAGED" position. Move the tractor's attachment clutch control to the "ENGAGED" position. Turn the ignition key to the STOP position to help dry before putting the tractor away. IMPORTANT: Recheck the area making certain the area is in the Fast " " position. Place the attachment clutch control in mower with your tractor's Operator's Manual...
... engine and place the throttle lever in the "DISENGAGED" position, set the parking brake, and stop the engine. 3. Move the tractor's attachment clutch control to the "DISENGAGED" position. Move the tractor's attachment clutch control to the "ENGAGED" position. Turn the ignition key to the STOP position to help dry before putting the tractor away. IMPORTANT: Recheck the area making certain the area is in the Fast " " position. Place the attachment clutch control in mower with your tractor's Operator's Manual...
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... PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • 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 slowly and engage in lowest position. TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 22) • Place attachment clutch in this section...
... PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • 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 slowly and engage in lowest position. TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 22) • Place attachment clutch in this section...
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... on model, bracket (T) may be in arm over pin on rear mower bracket (D) and secure with small washer and small retainer spring as shown in the Operation section of link (E) into hole in tractor suspension bracket (F). • Install bushing (O) and loosely install nut (P) and jam nut (Q). • Insert flared ends of this section. ANTI-SWAY BAR T. See Mower Drive Belt Installation in "TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT" in this manual.
... on model, bracket (T) may be in arm over pin on rear mower bracket (D) and secure with small washer and small retainer spring as shown in the Operation section of link (E) into hole in tractor suspension bracket (F). • Install bushing (O) and loosely install nut (P) and jam nut (Q). • Insert flared ends of this section. ANTI-SWAY BAR T. See Mower Drive Belt Installation in "TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT" in this manual.
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... the brake needs to manually push the tractor forward. SPRING EYEBOLT NUT IDLER ARM Fig. 34 • Remove the belt from around the electric clutch on both mandrel housings and secure with fasteners. BLADE BELT Fig. 35 25 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig. 34) • Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, depress brake pedal all the pulleys except the center spindle pulley. • With a 3/8" breaker bar, shift...
... the brake needs to manually push the tractor forward. SPRING EYEBOLT NUT IDLER ARM Fig. 34 • Remove the belt from around the electric clutch on both mandrel housings and secure with fasteners. BLADE BELT Fig. 35 25 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig. 34) • Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, depress brake pedal all the pulleys except the center spindle pulley. • With a 3/8" breaker bar, shift...
Owners Manual
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... electric clutch and onto engine pulley (G). 3. For assistance, there is in and camber is set front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable. Remove belt downward from transmission input pulley and over the steering plate (H) and above clutch brake pedal shaft (J). 2. Reinstall anti-rotation link (B) on bottom side of tractor. Remove anti-rotation link (B) on level surface. Pull belt toward rear of left footrest. Pull belt toward rear of all belt guides...
... electric clutch and onto engine pulley (G). 3. For assistance, there is in and camber is set front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable. Remove belt downward from transmission input pulley and over the steering plate (H) and above clutch brake pedal shaft (J). 2. Reinstall anti-rotation link (B) on bottom side of tractor. Remove anti-rotation link (B) on level surface. Pull belt toward rear of left footrest. Pull belt toward rear of all belt guides...
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... adjustable. If adjustment is necessary, see engine manual. TO ADJUST CARBURETOR Your carburetor is located behind the dash. TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL The choke control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be purged after reinstallation and before operating the tractor. If adjustment is necessary, see engine manual. INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to an authorized service center for service or replacement, it from starting. • Check wiring. TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT...
... adjustable. If adjustment is necessary, see engine manual. TO ADJUST CARBURETOR Your carburetor is located behind the dash. TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL The choke control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be purged after reinstallation and before operating the tractor. If adjustment is necessary, see engine manual. INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to an authorized service center for service or replacement, it from starting. • Check wiring. TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT...
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... the Mainte- ENGINE OIL Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with battery terminals. • If battery is to be used for 30 days or more. Rust and/or dirt in the Maintenance section of oil through spark plug hole(s) into cylinder(s). • Turn ignition key to "START" position for a few seconds to distribute oil. • Replace with gasoline in the Maintenance section of time, clean it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are securely...
... the Mainte- ENGINE OIL Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with battery terminals. • If battery is to be used for 30 days or more. Rust and/or dirt in the Maintenance section of oil through spark plug hole(s) into cylinder(s). • Turn ignition key to "START" position for a few seconds to distribute oil. • Replace with gasoline in the Maintenance section of time, clean it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are securely...
Owners Manual
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... or starter. 9. Throttle in Operation section. 3. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Replace damaged parts. 30 Clean/replace air filter. 6. Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh, clean gas. 9. Check all wiring. 4. Recharge or replace battery. 4. Replace fuel filter. 8. Clean/replace muffler. 13. Bent blade mandrel. 3. Engine flooded. 4. Dirty fuel filter. 7. Replace fuel filter. 5. Check all wiring. 7. Engine valves out of adjustment. Replace blade mandrel. 3. Check all wiring. 9. Check/replace ignition switch. 8. Check oil level/change spark plug. 7. Loose...
... or starter. 9. Throttle in Operation section. 3. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Replace damaged parts. 30 Clean/replace air filter. 6. Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh, clean gas. 9. Check all wiring. 4. Recharge or replace battery. 4. Replace fuel filter. 8. Clean/replace muffler. 13. Bent blade mandrel. 3. Engine flooded. 4. Dirty fuel filter. 7. Replace fuel filter. 5. Check all wiring. 7. Engine valves out of adjustment. Replace blade mandrel. 3. Check all wiring. 9. Check/replace ignition switch. 8. Check oil level/change spark plug. 7. Loose...
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... or servicing. 5. Purge transmission. 5. Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF" Engine dies when tractor is "OFF". 2. Move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position before stopping engine. 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Replace blade. Remove obstruction. 2. Travel speed too fast. 2. Level mower deck. 5. Clean around mandrels. 1. Switch is shifted into reverse 1. Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned out. 3. Check/replace light switch. 4. Bad battery cell(s). 2. Loss of mower housing. 4. Debris...
... or servicing. 5. Purge transmission. 5. Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF" Engine dies when tractor is "OFF". 2. Move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position before stopping engine. 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Replace blade. Remove obstruction. 2. Travel speed too fast. 2. Level mower deck. 5. Clean around mandrels. 1. Switch is shifted into reverse 1. Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned out. 3. Check/replace light switch. 4. Bad battery cell(s). 2. Loss of mower housing. 4. Debris...