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... could expose moving parts or allow children to improve stability. • Use extra care with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are often attracted to cause cancer, birth defects, or other debris build-up and down slopes, not across. • Remove obstacles ...starting or stopping on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn machine off blades when not mowing. • Stop engine before mowing. The mower could be thrown. A FA iTY RULES Safe Operation Practices for small children. • Never carry children. Never remove gas cap or ...
... could expose moving parts or allow children to improve stability. • Use extra care with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are often attracted to cause cancer, birth defects, or other debris build-up and down slopes, not across. • Remove obstacles ...starting or stopping on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn machine off blades when not mowing. • Stop engine before mowing. The mower could be thrown. A FA iTY RULES Safe Operation Practices for small children. • Never carry children. Never remove gas cap or ...
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...is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the factory for leveling). Check mower and drive belts. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to purge the transmission before you start the engine. Be sure brake system is in... condition. It is properly adjusted. See that the brake is important to operate your tractor were overinflated at the factory). Be sure mower deck is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline. Become familiar with all belt keepers. Check wiring.
...is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the factory for leveling). Check mower and drive belts. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to purge the transmission before you start the engine. Be sure brake system is in... condition. It is properly adjusted. See that the brake is important to operate your tractor were overinflated at the factory). Be sure mower deck is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline. Become familiar with all belt keepers. Check wiring.
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... is on outward pointing deck pins. Engage parking brake. • Cut and remove ties securing anti-sway bar and belts. front mower bracket. CLUTCH LEVER CLUTCH ROD RETAINER SPRING FRONT SUSPENSION BRACKETS CHASSIS BRACKET DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER SPRING (outward pointing deck pins) SUSPENSION ARMS ENGINE...section of tractor. Swing anti-sway bar to right side of this manual. Tighten securely. • Adjust gauge wheels before operating mower as shown. • Install second front link in top hole of R.H. Retain with attachment lift control. front suspension bracket and ...
... is on outward pointing deck pins. Engage parking brake. • Cut and remove ties securing anti-sway bar and belts. front mower bracket. CLUTCH LEVER CLUTCH ROD RETAINER SPRING FRONT SUSPENSION BRACKETS CHASSIS BRACKET DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER SPRING (outward pointing deck pins) SUSPENSION ARMS ENGINE...section of tractor. Swing anti-sway bar to right side of this manual. Tighten securely. • Adjust gauge wheels before operating mower as shown. • Install second front link in top hole of R.H. Retain with attachment lift control. front suspension bracket and ...
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BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING / STOP REVERSE FORWARD ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH FAST SLOW LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF FUEL CHOKE I I MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE LOCK LOCKED UNLOCKED RNHL REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW P PARKING BRAKE MOWER LIFT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY 171 ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED =i6 =A STOP IGNITION HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL (Hydro Models only) 10 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.
BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING / STOP REVERSE FORWARD ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH FAST SLOW LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF FUEL CHOKE I I MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE LOCK LOCKED UNLOCKED RNHL REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW P PARKING BRAKE MOWER LIFT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY 171 ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED =i6 =A STOP IGNITION HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL (Hydro Models only) 10 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.
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...- Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine. LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on and off . Used to adjustthe mower cutting height. 11 Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position. ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Indicates charging (+) or discharging (-) of tractor. ...MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Disengages transmission for future reference. Used to control engine speed. Used to raise and lower the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor. HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB - FREEWHEEL CONTROL - ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the...
...- Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine. LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on and off . Used to adjustthe mower cutting height. 11 Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position. ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Indicates charging (+) or discharging (-) of tractor. ...MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Disengages transmission for future reference. Used to control engine speed. Used to raise and lower the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor. HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB - FREEWHEEL CONTROL - ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the...
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..." of grass being mowed. • The average lawn should remain in to disengage. Pedal should be mowed twice. TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING II6IGHT (See Fig. 6) The cutting height is controlled by turning the height adjustment knob in severe eye damage. IMPORTANT: THE...BRAKE" POSITION PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" POSITION MOTION CONTROL LEVER CLUTCH/ BRAKE PEDAL "DRIVE" POSITION "DISENGAGED" POSITION FIG. 6 STOPPING (See Fig. 6) MOWER BLADES • Move attachment clutch lever to empty grass catcher, etc. to "DISENGAGED" po- Do not use choke to stop engine. Always wear safety...
..." of grass being mowed. • The average lawn should remain in to disengage. Pedal should be mowed twice. TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING II6IGHT (See Fig. 6) The cutting height is controlled by turning the height adjustment knob in severe eye damage. IMPORTANT: THE...BRAKE" POSITION PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" POSITION MOTION CONTROL LEVER CLUTCH/ BRAKE PEDAL "DRIVE" POSITION "DISENGAGED" POSITION FIG. 6 STOPPING (See Fig. 6) MOWER BLADES • Move attachment clutch lever to empty grass catcher, etc. to "DISENGAGED" po- Do not use choke to stop engine. Always wear safety...
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..." / POSITION "LOW" POSITION FIG. 8 /7, GUAGE WHEEL MOUNTING BRACKET 3/8-16 ao LOCKNUT 3/8 WASHER GAUGE WHEEL FIG. 7 SHOULDER BOLT TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 8) Your tractor is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake. • Move motion control ... the slowest speed before starting up or down hills. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on a flat level surface. • Adjust mower to neutral (N) position. Install gauge wheel in same adjustment hole. Any attempt by the operator to slowest setting. • Make all turns...
..." / POSITION "LOW" POSITION FIG. 8 /7, GUAGE WHEEL MOUNTING BRACKET 3/8-16 ao LOCKNUT 3/8 WASHER GAUGE WHEEL FIG. 7 SHOULDER BOLT TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 8) Your tractor is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake. • Move motion control ... the slowest speed before starting up or down hills. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on a flat level surface. • Adjust mower to neutral (N) position. Install gauge wheel in same adjustment hole. Any attempt by the operator to slowest setting. • Make all turns...
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...control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal. • Slowly move throttle control to run smoothly. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in speed and load, until the engine begins to warm up period from hydraulic drive system. 1 15 FIG. 10 Continue to ...Sitting in neutral. After the engine is attached to dry before operating tractor for best mowing performance. Allow grass to tractor. • Mower should be properly leveled for the first time. MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be no movement of drive wheels. To ensure ...
...control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal. • Slowly move throttle control to run smoothly. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in speed and load, until the engine begins to warm up period from hydraulic drive system. 1 15 FIG. 10 Continue to ...Sitting in neutral. After the engine is attached to dry before operating tractor for best mowing performance. Allow grass to tractor. • Mower should be properly leveled for the first time. MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be no movement of drive wheels. To ensure ...
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SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation li/ Check Tire Pressure V T Check for Loose Fasteners V R Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades C,A Lubrication Chart V IA V I/4 4/ I/ Check Battery Level/Recharge 0 Clean Battery and Terminals R Check Transaxle Cooling 6/ t/ i/ Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Vs Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension . , ...
SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation li/ Check Tire Pressure V T Check for Loose Fasteners V R Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades C,A Lubrication Chart V IA V I/4 4/ I/ Check Battery Level/Recharge 0 Clean Battery and Terminals R Check Transaxle Cooling 6/ t/ i/ Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Vs Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension . , ...
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... hazards that may cause tire damage. FIG. 11 17 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be centered, but if you will need a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone balancer, ...manual). *A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE IDENTIFIED BY SIX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD. BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 11) • Raise mower to highest position to allow access to be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). • Keep...
... hazards that may cause tire damage. FIG. 11 17 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be centered, but if you will need a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone balancer, ...manual). *A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE IDENTIFIED BY SIX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD. BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 11) • Raise mower to highest position to allow access to be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). • Keep...
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... plug and place wire where it cannot come in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn height adjustment knob to lowest setting. • Lower mower to its lowest position. • Disconnect clutch rod from clutch lever by removing retainer spring. • Remove retainer spring holding anti-swaybar ... attachment lift to chassis bracket and disengage anti-swaybar from each front link and remove links. IMPORTANT: IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE MOWER DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR, REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS. CHASSIS BRACKET 0 FRONT LINKS RETAINER SPRINGS RETAINER SPRING ANTI-SWAY ...
... plug and place wire where it cannot come in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn height adjustment knob to lowest setting. • Lower mower to its lowest position. • Disconnect clutch rod from clutch lever by removing retainer spring. • Remove retainer spring holding anti-swaybar ... attachment lift to chassis bracket and disengage anti-swaybar from each front link and remove links. IMPORTANT: IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE MOWER DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR, REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS. CHASSIS BRACKET 0 FRONT LINKS RETAINER SPRINGS RETAINER SPRING ANTI-SWAY ...
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...-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 21 and 22) FRONLITNKS TRUNNION IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. FIG. 22 TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig. 23) - mandrel cover and remove cover. both front links. approximately 10-3/8". • If links are ... attachment clutch control. • Remove four screws from idler pulleys. Measure distance "D" directly in length. To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing should be adjusted so that side. mandrel pulley. • Remove belt from engine pulley. • Before making any dirt or grass clippings...
...-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 21 and 22) FRONLITNKS TRUNNION IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. FIG. 22 TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig. 23) - mandrel cover and remove cover. both front links. approximately 10-3/8". • If links are ... attachment clutch control. • Remove four screws from idler pulleys. Measure distance "D" directly in length. To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing should be adjusted so that side. mandrel pulley. • Remove belt from engine pulley. • Before making any dirt or grass clippings...
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... making sure belt is in secondary idler arm and sway-bar bracket. MANDREL COVER SCREWS IDLER PULLEYS ENGINE PULLEY Reinstall mower to tractor (See "INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT" in the Assembly section of this manual). Engage parking brake. Remove four screws from center mandrel ... gear, further maintenance is other than six (6) feet in this section of L.H. Be sure spring is in both idlers. L.H. MOWER BLADE L.N. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. • Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake. • Measure ...
... making sure belt is in secondary idler arm and sway-bar bracket. MANDREL COVER SCREWS IDLER PULLEYS ENGINE PULLEY Reinstall mower to tractor (See "INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT" in the Assembly section of this manual). Engage parking brake. Remove four screws from center mandrel ... gear, further maintenance is other than six (6) feet in this section of L.H. Be sure spring is in both idlers. L.H. MOWER BLADE L.N. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. • Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake. • Measure ...
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... bottom side of tractor. ADJUSTMENT LOCKNUT FIG. 27 TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left footrest. • Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in the Operation section of this manual.) • Remove upper belt keeper. • Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler. • Pull...
... bottom side of tractor. ADJUSTMENT LOCKNUT FIG. 27 TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left footrest. • Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in the Operation section of this manual.) • Remove upper belt keeper. • Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler. • Pull...
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...with a suitable protective cover that all nuts, bolts and screws are empty. • Never use plastic. Allow the engine to rust. TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor for storage. • After a period of time in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during long periods of storage, battery cables...a period of oil through spark plug hole(s) into cylinder(s). • Turn ignition key to "START" position fora few seconds to rust. When mower is to gasoline in your gasoline will cause problems. • If possible, store your tractor indoors and cover it run until the fuel lines ...
...with a suitable protective cover that all nuts, bolts and screws are empty. • Never use plastic. Allow the engine to rust. TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor for storage. • After a period of time in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during long periods of storage, battery cables...a period of oil through spark plug hole(s) into cylinder(s). • Turn ignition key to "START" position fora few seconds to rust. When mower is to gasoline in your gasoline will cause problems. • If possible, store your tractor indoors and cover it run until the fuel lines ...
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... battery. 2. Loss of fuel. 2. Throttle in fuel. 8. Dirty air filter. 5. Carburetor out of adjustment. 15 Engine valves out of mower housing. 4. Clean/replace air filter. 5. Connect and tighten spark plug wire. 11. Clean engine air screen/fins. 12. Replace blade. ...adjustment. 1. Low oil level/dirty oil. 6. Replace fuel filter. 8. Check all wiring. 14. Engine valves out of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Dirty fuel filter. 5. Clean battery terminals. 3. Set in fuel. 10. Clean/replace muffler. 13. Replace blade mandrel. 3. Recharge or replace...
... battery. 2. Loss of fuel. 2. Throttle in fuel. 8. Dirty air filter. 5. Carburetor out of adjustment. 15 Engine valves out of mower housing. 4. Clean/replace air filter. 5. Connect and tighten spark plug wire. 11. Clean engine air screen/fins. 12. Replace blade. ...adjustment. 1. Low oil level/dirty oil. 6. Replace fuel filter. 8. Check all wiring. 14. Engine valves out of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Dirty fuel filter. 5. Clean battery terminals. 3. Set in fuel. 10. Clean/replace muffler. 13. Replace blade mandrel. 3. Recharge or replace...
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... battery cell(s). 2. Freewheel control in this manual. 11. Place freewheel control in "FAST" position. 2. Poor cut - uneven 1. Mower blades will not charge 1. Remove obstruction. 2. Replace blade mandrel. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels to dry before ...idler pulley. 4. Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped) 1. Wet grass. 4. Improper blades used. 11. Level mower deck. 5. Bulb(s) burned out. 3. Mower deck not level. 5. Poor cable connections. 3. Check/clean all connections. 3. ROUBL=SH TING POINT PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION...
... battery cell(s). 2. Freewheel control in this manual. 11. Place freewheel control in "FAST" position. 2. Poor cut - uneven 1. Mower blades will not charge 1. Remove obstruction. 2. Replace blade mandrel. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels to dry before ...idler pulley. 4. Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped) 1. Wet grass. 4. Improper blades used. 11. Level mower deck. 5. Bulb(s) burned out. 3. Mower deck not level. 5. Poor cable connections. 3. Check/clean all connections. 3. ROUBL=SH TING POINT PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION...
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD185H46B MOWER DECK 83 77 84 81 80 75 62 0 46 / 41 76 78 92 45 ,z , .53 4? --(!:) 74 0 ' 49 • 41 36 46 69 1 I i 85 \:14 42 7 69 49 I \ 14 16 20 48 13 11 10 9 8 46 18 12 51 i 70 /3 54 ,0? 68 • 82 43 • 40 45 °••• 126 I 50.4 82 58 1 33 39 • 86 iN 73 44 33 ,604'14 30 116 117 32 (i) 31 (i)/(35741i:467:62 32 4) 38 T 34 I • 119 4 Of 118 A 3 63 6 21 67 1 5 19 21 18 I 21 21 22 23 24 25 26 2 15 I ,iclt I4I 87, !, 127...
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD185H46B MOWER DECK 83 77 84 81 80 75 62 0 46 / 41 76 78 92 45 ,z , .53 4? --(!:) 74 0 ' 49 • 41 36 46 69 1 I i 85 \:14 42 7 69 49 I \ 14 16 20 48 13 11 10 9 8 46 18 12 51 i 70 /3 54 ,0? 68 • 82 43 • 40 45 °••• 126 I 50.4 82 58 1 33 39 • 86 iN 73 44 33 ,604'14 30 116 117 32 (i) 31 (i)/(35741i:467:62 32 4) 38 T 34 I • 119 4 Of 118 A 3 63 6 21 67 1 5 19 21 18 I 21 21 22 23 24 25 26 2 15 I ,iclt I4I 87, !, 127...
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...Retainer Spring Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway Bar) Bolt, Patched 3/8-24 x 1-1/4 Gr. 8 Washer, Lock Hvy., Unplated 3/8 Washer, Hard Blade, Mower Vented Blade, 46" Mower Deck Bearing, Ball, Mandrel #6204 Shaft Asm. NO. Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 Link Clutch 46" Arm Clutch Secondary Lever Asm. Ring Klip Retainer ... 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 Tytt Spacer, Retainer Arm, Idler Secondary Washer, Hardened Cover, Mandrel Deck Screw, Thdroll. 1/4-20 x 5/8 V-Belt, Mower, Secondary V-Belt, Mower, Primary KEY PART NO. FJWEL MOWER DECK ER HD185H46B KEY PART NO. Clutch Pri Plm Stlt Keeper Spring Bushing .747 O.D.
...Retainer Spring Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway Bar) Bolt, Patched 3/8-24 x 1-1/4 Gr. 8 Washer, Lock Hvy., Unplated 3/8 Washer, Hard Blade, Mower Vented Blade, 46" Mower Deck Bearing, Ball, Mandrel #6204 Shaft Asm. NO. Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 Link Clutch 46" Arm Clutch Secondary Lever Asm. Ring Klip Retainer ... 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 Tytt Spacer, Retainer Arm, Idler Secondary Washer, Hardened Cover, Mandrel Deck Screw, Thdroll. 1/4-20 x 5/8 V-Belt, Mower, Secondary V-Belt, Mower, Primary KEY PART NO. FJWEL MOWER DECK ER HD185H46B KEY PART NO. Clutch Pri Plm Stlt Keeper Spring Bushing .747 O.D.