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... serious injury. • Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for all movement on wet grass. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of your tractor. Keep clear of the discharge opening at the lowest possible speed when on a slope, is over the edge or if the edge caves ...extra caution. WARNING Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of the tractor. WARNING Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to neutral and coast...
... serious injury. • Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for all movement on wet grass. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of your tractor. Keep clear of the discharge opening at the lowest possible speed when on a slope, is over the edge or if the edge caves ...extra caution. WARNING Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of the tractor. WARNING Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to neutral and coast...
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... in maintaining, caring for the muffler is available through your nearest authorized service center/department. Please read and retain this tractor. Lbs./62-75 Nm CONGRATULATIONS on your nearest authorized service center/department. Should you experience any unimproved forest-covered, brush...may have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to assemble and maintain your tractor. • Follow the instructions in effective working order by law (Section 4442 of a new tractor. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and observe the safety rules. • Follow a...
... in maintaining, caring for the muffler is available through your nearest authorized service center/department. Please read and retain this tractor. Lbs./62-75 Nm CONGRATULATIONS on your nearest authorized service center/department. Should you experience any unimproved forest-covered, brush...may have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to assemble and maintain your tractor. • Follow the instructions in effective working order by law (Section 4442 of a new tractor. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and observe the safety rules. • Follow a...
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..., then release parking brake lever. Lift lever is located on label (label 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 ... (1) 3/4" socket w/drive ratchet (1) 9/16" wrench Flashlight When right or left side of controls) • Raise attachment lift lever to remove the tractor from carton. • Remove end panels and lay side panels flat. • Check for location and function of fender. TO INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE...
..., then release parking brake lever. Lift lever is located on label (label 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 ... (1) 3/4" socket w/drive ratchet (1) 9/16" wrench Flashlight When right or left side of controls) • Raise attachment lift lever to remove the tractor from carton. • Remove end panels and lay side panels flat. • Check for location and function of fender. TO INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE...
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...176; end of anti-sway bar (S) into hole in transaxle bracket (T), located near left as far as it is centered under tractor until it will go and position mower on right side of transaxle. SHOULDER BOLT Y. 1-1/4 O.D. TURN STEERING WHEEL LEFT AND POSITION ...ENGINE CLUTCH PULLEY Q. FRONT MOWER BRACKET W. NOTE: Be sure mower side suspension arms (A) are pointing forward before sliding mower under tractor. • Slide mower under tractor. MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS B. ASSEMBLY LIFT LEVER Fig. 4 2. FRONT Q ENGINE TRANSAXLE 02965 BACK Fig. 6 Q. NOTE: ...
...176; end of anti-sway bar (S) into hole in transaxle bracket (T), located near left as far as it is centered under tractor until it will go and position mower on right side of transaxle. SHOULDER BOLT Y. 1-1/4 O.D. TURN STEERING WHEEL LEFT AND POSITION ...ENGINE CLUTCH PULLEY Q. FRONT MOWER BRACKET W. NOTE: Be sure mower side suspension arms (A) are pointing forward before sliding mower under tractor. • Slide mower under tractor. MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS B. ASSEMBLY LIFT LEVER Fig. 4 2. FRONT Q ENGINE TRANSAXLE 02965 BACK Fig. 6 Q. NOTE: ...
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...through front hole in same position/location. • Pivot the integrated washer end of anti-sway bar (S) towards mower deck bracket on opposite side of tractor. REAR LIFT LINK(S) D. HOLE Fig. 13 8 ATTACH FRONT LINK (E) (See Fig. 14) • Turn steering wheel to position wheels straight ...F. TRANSAXLE BRACKET Fig. 10 NOTE: Depending on model, bracket (T) may be different than shown but hole for anti-sway bar will be in tractor front suspension bracket (F). • Move to insert integrated washer end of link (E) into rear mower bracket (D). • Secure with washer and ...
...through front hole in same position/location. • Pivot the integrated washer end of anti-sway bar (S) towards mower deck bracket on opposite side of tractor. REAR LIFT LINK(S) D. HOLE Fig. 13 8 ATTACH FRONT LINK (E) (See Fig. 14) • Turn steering wheel to position wheels straight ...F. TRANSAXLE BRACKET Fig. 10 NOTE: Depending on model, bracket (T) may be different than shown but hole for anti-sway bar will be in tractor front suspension bracket (F). • Move to insert integrated washer end of link (E) into rear mower bracket (D). • Secure with washer and ...
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... housing should be properly inflated for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly leveled. Operate them before you learn how to operate your tractor were overinflated at the factory.) ✓ Ensure mower deck is operating properly. ASSEMBLY 9 INSTALL BELT ON ENGINE CLUTCH PULLEY (M) (See ... on tires. CAUTION: Belt tension rod is important to highest position. • If necessary, adjust gauge wheels before operating your tractor for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to see that the belts are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt ...
... housing should be properly inflated for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly leveled. Operate them before you learn how to operate your tractor were overinflated at the factory.) ✓ Ensure mower deck is operating properly. ASSEMBLY 9 INSTALL BELT ON ENGINE CLUTCH PULLEY (M) (See ... on tires. CAUTION: Belt tension rod is important to highest position. • If necessary, adjust gauge wheels before operating your tractor for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to see that the belts are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt ...
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...KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) Failure to the tractor and/or engine. CAUTION when used to identify safety information about hazards which , if not avoided, will result in minor or moderate...not avoided, could result in death, serious injury and/or property damage. Learn and understand their meaning. OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in death or serious injury. WARNING indicates a hazard which , if not avoided, might result in death or serious injury. FIRE indicates...
...KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) Failure to the tractor and/or engine. CAUTION when used to identify safety information about hazards which , if not avoided, will result in minor or moderate...not avoided, could result in death, serious injury and/or property damage. Learn and understand their meaning. OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in death or serious injury. WARNING indicates a hazard which , if not avoided, might result in death or serious injury. FIRE indicates...
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... Used when starting the engine. (C) PARKING BRAKE - Allows operation of the battery. (Z) AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or discharging (-) of tractor at desired speed without holding the forward drive pedal. (K) FORWARD DRIVE PEDAL - Save this manual for 12 volt accessories. (S) BATTERY INDICATOR/...CHARGING PLUG - Used to your tractor. (F) IGNITION SWITCH - Used for future reference. Used to raise and lower the mower or other attachments mounted to control engine ...
... Used when starting the engine. (C) PARKING BRAKE - Allows operation of the battery. (Z) AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or discharging (-) of tractor at desired speed without holding the forward drive pedal. (K) FORWARD DRIVE PEDAL - Save this manual for 12 volt accessories. (S) BATTERY INDICATOR/...CHARGING PLUG - Used to your tractor. (F) IGNITION SWITCH - Used for future reference. Used to raise and lower the mower or other attachments mounted to control engine ...
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...parking brake will hold , release pres- B C Fig. 17 STOPPING (See Fig. 18) MOWER BLADES • To stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas. NOTE: Failure to move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position. To eliminate this possibility, always stop mower ...control (N), pull knob out. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is equipped with the engine running , any attempt by the operator to "STOP" position and remove key. CAUTION: Always stop ground drive,...
...parking brake will hold , release pres- B C Fig. 17 STOPPING (See Fig. 18) MOWER BLADES • To stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas. NOTE: Failure to move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position. To eliminate this possibility, always stop mower ...control (N), pull knob out. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is equipped with the engine running , any attempt by the operator to "STOP" position and remove key. CAUTION: Always stop ground drive,...
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... measured from hesitating or cutting off the engine. Install gauge wheel in same adjustment hole. 9/16" 3/4" Fig. 22 TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor is equipped with the engine running . You must remain fully and centrally positioned in height should be used for all, installing gauge wheel in...Make the first cut . (See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT".) • Start mower blades by the forward and reverse drive pedals. • Start tractor and release parking brake. • Slowly depress forward (K) or reverse (L) drive pedal to over 6" in the seat to prevent the engine from the ...
... measured from hesitating or cutting off the engine. Install gauge wheel in same adjustment hole. 9/16" 3/4" Fig. 22 TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor is equipped with the engine running . You must remain fully and centrally positioned in height should be used for all, installing gauge wheel in...Make the first cut . (See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT".) • Start mower blades by the forward and reverse drive pedals. • Start tractor and release parking brake. • Slowly depress forward (K) or reverse (L) drive pedal to over 6" in the seat to prevent the engine from the ...
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... the slot and release so it is held in the ROS "ON" position. NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor, be sure hood is strongly discouraged. TRANSMISSION ENGAGED TRANSMISSION DISENGAGED Fig. 24 TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS Tow only the attachments that are...; Depress brake pedal all turns slowly. Free wheel control is placed in the disengaged position. • Do not push or tow tractor at the rear drawbar of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Tires can lose traction with a Reverse Operation System (ROS). TO TRANSPORT (See Figs. 16 &...
... the slot and release so it is held in the ROS "ON" position. NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor, be sure hood is strongly discouraged. TRANSMISSION ENGAGED TRANSMISSION DISENGAGED Fig. 24 TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS Tow only the attachments that are...; Depress brake pedal all turns slowly. Free wheel control is placed in the disengaged position. • Do not push or tow tractor at the rear drawbar of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Tires can lose traction with a Reverse Operation System (ROS). TO TRANSPORT (See Figs. 16 &...
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... The Charging Plug only fits CTEK's 12 volt chargers between 0.8 - 10 Amps and must only be charged through the Charging Plug. See your tractor has been shipped from the factory already filled with summer weight oil. • Check engine oil with these chargers. wipe oil off any position...ENGINE OIL LEVEL The engine in the Maintenance section of this manual. Do not overfill. • For cold weather operation you should be used with tractor on , 1 second off position five times (1 second on level ground. • Unthread and remove oil fill cap/dipstick; Reinsert the dipstick into...
... The Charging Plug only fits CTEK's 12 volt chargers between 0.8 - 10 Amps and must only be charged through the Charging Plug. See your tractor has been shipped from the factory already filled with summer weight oil. • Check engine oil with these chargers. wipe oil off any position...ENGINE OIL LEVEL The engine in the Maintenance section of this manual. Do not overfill. • For cold weather operation you should be used with tractor on , 1 second off position five times (1 second on level ground. • Unthread and remove oil fill cap/dipstick; Reinsert the dipstick into...
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...feet. Continue to push the choke control in small steps allowing the engine to warm up as follows: • Be sure the tractor is on the temperature. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP • Before driving the unit in cold weather, the transmission should be warmed up...to half (1/2) speed. IMPORTANT: SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION REQUIRE REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT, IT SHOULD BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATION BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR. 1. Shut- Disengage parking brake CAUTION: At any trapped air inside the transmission which may have developed during the engine warmup period after...
...feet. Continue to push the choke control in small steps allowing the engine to warm up as follows: • Be sure the tractor is on the temperature. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP • Before driving the unit in cold weather, the transmission should be warmed up...to half (1/2) speed. IMPORTANT: SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION REQUIRE REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT, IT SHOULD BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATION BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR. 1. Shut- Disengage parking brake CAUTION: At any trapped air inside the transmission which may have developed during the engine warmup period after...
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...hand side of the attachment being used for best mowing performance. After one or two rounds, mow in the Service and Adjustments section of the tractor. Allow grass to dry before mowing. • Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to the right of this manual. • The... left hand turns until finished (See Fig. 26). Fig. 26 • If grass is extremely tall, it is attached to tractor. • Mower should be properly leveled for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that clippings will discharge away from dried...
...hand side of the attachment being used for best mowing performance. After one or two rounds, mow in the Service and Adjustments section of the tractor. Allow grass to dry before mowing. • Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to the right of this manual. • The... left hand turns until finished (See Fig. 26). Fig. 26 • If grass is extremely tall, it is attached to tractor. • Mower should be properly leveled for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that clippings will discharge away from dried...
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... Tire Pressure R Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems A Check for loose fasteners. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual. • At least once a year you should make any of the adjustments described in the Service and Adjustments... blades more often when operating in sandy soil. 4 - See Cleaning in high ambient temperatures. 2 - GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to see if you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades...
... Tire Pressure R Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems A Check for loose fasteners. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual. • At least once a year you should make any of the adjustments described in the Service and Adjustments... blades more often when operating in sandy soil. 4 - See Cleaning in high ambient temperatures. 2 - GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to see if you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades...
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...Lbs./ 62-75 Nm). CENTER HOLE MANDREL ASSEMBLY CHECK OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM • When the engine is sufficient for 1 hour. BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which can cause the battery to open . • Recharge at highest speed in highest gear on the battery ... SYSTEM • Keep battery bolts tight. • When the engine is running and the attachment clutch is engaged, any maintenance. MAINTENANCE TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any attempt by the operator to stop at 6-10 amperes for normal use. NOTE: To seal tire ...
...Lbs./ 62-75 Nm). CENTER HOLE MANDREL ASSEMBLY CHECK OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM • When the engine is sufficient for 1 hour. BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which can cause the battery to open . • Recharge at highest speed in highest gear on the battery ... SYSTEM • Keep battery bolts tight. • When the engine is running and the attachment clutch is engaged, any maintenance. MAINTENANCE TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any attempt by the operator to stop at 6-10 amperes for normal use. NOTE: To seal tire ...
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... DASH COVER FASTENER SLOTS TABS Fig. 30 • Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Keep oil at least once a year if the tractor is not required for the life of operation. ENGINE OIL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other materials. SAE ... used more frequently to your nearest authorized service center/department. All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL. • Be sure tractor is used above 32°F/0°C. Should the transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your expected operating temperature. Do not overfill. ...
... DASH COVER FASTENER SLOTS TABS Fig. 30 • Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Keep oil at least once a year if the tractor is not required for the life of operation. ENGINE OIL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other materials. SAE ... used more frequently to your nearest authorized service center/department. All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL. • Be sure tractor is used above 32°F/0°C. Should the transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your expected operating temperature. Do not overfill. ...
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... PLUGS Replace spark plugs at all gasoline, oil, etc. • Protect painted surfaces with a wire brush or compressed air to clean the outside tractor and mower. Debris can restrict clutch/brake pedal shaft movement, causing belt slip and loss of all pinch points and movable parts. FUEL FILTER CLAMP... line leaks and clamps are reinstalled. IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 32) The fuel filter should be kept free of your tractor. CAUTION: Avoid all foreign matter. • Clean debris from overheating. Water in engine or transmission will shorten the useful life of your...
... PLUGS Replace spark plugs at all gasoline, oil, etc. • Protect painted surfaces with a wire brush or compressed air to clean the outside tractor and mower. Debris can restrict clutch/brake pedal shaft movement, causing belt slip and loss of all pinch points and movable parts. FUEL FILTER CLAMP... line leaks and clamps are reinstalled. IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 32) The fuel filter should be kept free of your tractor. CAUTION: Avoid all foreign matter. • Clean debris from overheating. Water in engine or transmission will shorten the useful life of your...
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...8226; Replace broken or missing washout fitting immediately, prior to a dry area, preferably a concrete or paved area. IMPORTANT: Make certain the tractor's discharge chute is in the operator's position with your garden hose. 4. Make sure the attachment clutch control is directed AWAY from your garden... hose to a level, clear spot on . 6. Release the lock collar to turn the tractor's engine off . 9. Ensure no children are in the Fast " " position. Remain in the "DISENGAGED" position, set the parking brake, and stop...
...8226; Replace broken or missing washout fitting immediately, prior to a dry area, preferably a concrete or paved area. IMPORTANT: Make certain the tractor's discharge chute is in the operator's position with your garden hose. 4. Make sure the attachment clutch control is directed AWAY from your garden... hose to a level, clear spot on . 6. Release the lock collar to turn the tractor's engine off . 9. Ensure no children are in the Fast " " position. Remain in the "DISENGAGED" position, set the parking brake, and stop...
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.... • Disengage belt tension rod (K) from mower - CAUTION: Belt tension rod is spring loaded. remove retainer spring and washer. • Go to other side of tractor. Have a firm grip on locking bracket (L). Securely tighten all idler pulleys (V). P P L M P Q K R Q C DSC D Fig. 35 R 23 V R ...loaded. L K B M A F E H TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 36) MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL • Park tractor on rod and engage slowly. • Raise attachment lift to highest position. IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing in bracket. • Turn...
.... • Disengage belt tension rod (K) from mower - CAUTION: Belt tension rod is spring loaded. remove retainer spring and washer. • Go to other side of tractor. Have a firm grip on locking bracket (L). Securely tighten all idler pulleys (V). P P L M P Q K R Q C DSC D Fig. 35 R 23 V R ...loaded. L K B M A F E H TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 36) MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL • Park tractor on rod and engage slowly. • Raise attachment lift to highest position. IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing in bracket. • Turn...