Operation Manual
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...before you learn how to operate your tractor, check to PSI shown on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in this manual. ✓CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ENSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST ... tractor off skid. • Remove banding holding the deflector shield up against tractor. CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS See the figures that follow. Verify that follow all belt keepers. ✓ Check wiring. See "TO CHECK BRAKE" in the Operation section of controls) • Raise attachment...
...before you learn how to operate your tractor, check to PSI shown on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in this manual. ✓CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ENSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST ... tractor off skid. • Remove banding holding the deflector shield up against tractor. CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS See the figures that follow. Verify that follow all belt keepers. ✓ Check wiring. See "TO CHECK BRAKE" in the Operation section of controls) • Raise attachment...
Operation Manual
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... 1,2 1,2 2 2 3 - Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to see if you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for wear. Not required if equipped with oil filter) Change Engine Oil (models without oil filter) E... systems for proper operation. • Check for Loose Fasteners A Check/Replace Mower Blades C Lubrication Chart T Check Battery Level O Clean Battery and Terminals R Clean Debris off Steering Plate Check Mower Levelness Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (models with maintenance-free battery....
... 1,2 1,2 2 2 3 - Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to see if you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for wear. Not required if equipped with oil filter) Change Engine Oil (models without oil filter) E... systems for proper operation. • Check for Loose Fasteners A Check/Replace Mower Blades C Lubrication Chart T Check Battery Level O Clean Battery and Terminals R Clean Debris off Steering Plate Check Mower Levelness Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (models with maintenance-free battery....
Operation Manual
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... SLOTS TABS Fig. 17 • Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Keep oil at "FULL" line on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. Replace belts if they will drain more frequently to enter the engine when changing oil. • Remove yellow cap from running low on level surface. •...REMOVAL • Raise hood. • Remove fastener from tapered slots in the locked position as shown. • Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto to your nearest authorized service center/department. OIL DRAIN VALVE CLOSED AND LOCKED POSITION YELLOW CAP 02463 DRAIN TUBE Fig. 18 ...
... SLOTS TABS Fig. 17 • Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Keep oil at "FULL" line on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. Replace belts if they will drain more frequently to enter the engine when changing oil. • Remove yellow cap from running low on level surface. •...REMOVAL • Raise hood. • Remove fastener from tapered slots in the locked position as shown. • Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto to your nearest authorized service center/department. OIL DRAIN VALVE CLOSED AND LOCKED POSITION YELLOW CAP 02463 DRAIN TUBE Fig. 18 ...
Operation Manual
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... engine or transmission will shorten the useful life of operation, whichever occurs first. MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as necessary. Debris can restrict clutch/brake pedal shaft movement, causing belt slip and loss of dirt and chaff to overheating. CAUTION: Avoid all gasoline, oil, etc. •...
... engine or transmission will shorten the useful life of operation, whichever occurs first. MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as necessary. Debris can restrict clutch/brake pedal shaft movement, causing belt slip and loss of dirt and chaff to overheating. CAUTION: Avoid all gasoline, oil, etc. •...
Operation Manual
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... then the brake needs to front, over the steer- TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 33) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all the way down ...position. Install mower. (See "TO INSTALL MOWER" section in this section of left footrest. BELT REMOVAL 1. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 32) The mower blade drive belt may also check brake by placing freewheel control in "transmission disengaged" position. For assistance, there...
... then the brake needs to front, over the steer- TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 33) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all the way down ...position. Install mower. (See "TO INSTALL MOWER" section in this section of left footrest. BELT REMOVAL 1. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 32) The mower blade drive belt may also check brake by placing freewheel control in "transmission disengaged" position. For assistance, there...
Operation Manual
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... retain moisture. Store in a clean, dry area. • Clean entire tractor. (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual.) • Inspect and replace belts, if necessary. (See belt replacement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.) • After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place cables where they cannot come in...
... retain moisture. Store in a clean, dry area. • Clean entire tractor. (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual.) • Inspect and replace belts, if necessary. (See belt replacement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.) • After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place cables where they cannot come in...
Operation Manual
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.../uneven tire air pressure. 5. Switch is "OFF". 2. Faulty light switch. 4. Replace regulator. 4. Obstruction in "FAST" position. 2. Replace mower drive belt. 3. Shift to dry before mowing. 4. Replace mower drive belt. 9. Replace with attachment clutch engaged 1. of mower housing. 4. uneven 1. Worn/damaged mower drive belt. 3. Tighten blade bolt. 7. Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s). 3. Faulty regulator (if so equipped). 4. Frozen idler pulley...
.../uneven tire air pressure. 5. Switch is "OFF". 2. Faulty light switch. 4. Replace regulator. 4. Obstruction in "FAST" position. 2. Replace mower drive belt. 3. Shift to dry before mowing. 4. Replace mower drive belt. 9. Replace with attachment clutch engaged 1. of mower housing. 4. uneven 1. Worn/damaged mower drive belt. 3. Tighten blade bolt. 7. Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s). 3. Faulty regulator (if so equipped). 4. Frozen idler pulley...