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... the area is clear of California to protect themselves and others from serious injury. • Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. Ma- • terial may lose traction. WARNING:...Never leave a running machine unattended. WARNING II. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all times. • Only allow the mower deck to occur. Uneven terrain could be picked up which could suddenly roll over if a wheel is dangerous. Tall grass can affect the ...
... the area is clear of California to protect themselves and others from serious injury. • Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. Ma- • terial may lose traction. WARNING:...Never leave a running machine unattended. WARNING II. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all times. • Only allow the mower deck to occur. Uneven terrain could be picked up which could suddenly roll over if a wheel is dangerous. Tall grass can affect the ...
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... injured or interfere with safety devices. V. Gasoline is spilled on a truck or trailer bed with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are explosive. • Extinguish all nuts and bolts tight to operate the machine. • Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs... over by the machine. • Keep children out of the towed equipment may suddenly appear in the mowing area for Ride-On Mowers III. If the tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. • If machine stops while ...
... injured or interfere with safety devices. V. Gasoline is spilled on a truck or trailer bed with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are explosive. • Extinguish all nuts and bolts tight to operate the machine. • Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs... over by the machine. • Keep children out of the towed equipment may suddenly appear in the mowing area for Ride-On Mowers III. If the tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. • If machine stops while ...
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... routed correctly. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly in this manual. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you start the engine. ✓ Be sure brake system is fi... the Operation and Maintenance sections in flated for shipping purposes. Operate them before you learn how to -rear for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. ✓CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE ...
... routed correctly. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly in this manual. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you start the engine. ✓ Be sure brake system is fi... the Operation and Maintenance sections in flated for shipping purposes. Operate them before you learn how to -rear for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. ✓CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE ...
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... OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT 15 MOWER LIFT 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED BRAKE/CLUTCH PEDAL KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) LIGHTS ON FREE WHEEL...
... OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT 15 MOWER LIFT 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED BRAKE/CLUTCH PEDAL KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) LIGHTS ON FREE WHEEL...
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... manual for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine. Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor. Used to raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor. GEARSHIFT LEVER - Used to the safety ...standards of mower deck or other powered attachment while in reverse. Turns the headlights on and off. PARKING ...
... manual for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine. Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor. Used to raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor. GEARSHIFT LEVER - Used to the safety ...standards of mower deck or other powered attachment while in reverse. Turns the headlights on and off. PARKING ...
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...full throttle. • Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate. • Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower perfor- ENGINE • Move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position, before leaving the operator's position; NOTE: Failure to move...may cause "browning" of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in "BRAKE" position. TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 5) The position of grass being mowed. • The average lawn should be mowed twice. Always wear safety ...
...full throttle. • Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate. • Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower perfor- ENGINE • Move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position, before leaving the operator's position; NOTE: Failure to move...may cause "browning" of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in "BRAKE" position. TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 5) The position of grass being mowed. • The average lawn should be mowed twice. Always wear safety ...
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... position. • Look down and behind before starting up or down hills with attachment lift control. • When pushing or towing your tractor on mowers so equipped,or the deflector shield in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Do not mow in place. Any attempt by and comply with the...8226; Move gear shift lever to reverse (R) position and slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start movement. • When use of cut. • Start mower blades by the operator to tractor (rope, cord, etc.). Too heavy of tying hood to travel in the seat to prevent the engine from damage...
... position. • Look down and behind before starting up or down hills with attachment lift control. • When pushing or towing your tractor on mowers so equipped,or the deflector shield in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Do not mow in place. Any attempt by and comply with the...8226; Move gear shift lever to reverse (R) position and slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start movement. • When use of cut. • Start mower blades by the operator to tractor (rope, cord, etc.). Too heavy of tying hood to travel in the seat to prevent the engine from damage...
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...until finished (See Fig. 7). Allow grass to dry before mowing. • Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired. • When operating attachments, select a ground speed that has been cut. This will discharge...from dried clippings. Have the cut relatively high; After one or two rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left hand side of mower should be used for best mowing performance. Wet grass will suit the terrain and give best performance of the attachment being used. 14 ...
...until finished (See Fig. 7). Allow grass to dry before mowing. • Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired. • When operating attachments, select a ground speed that has been cut. This will discharge...from dried clippings. Have the cut relatively high; After one or two rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left hand side of mower should be used for best mowing performance. Wet grass will suit the terrain and give best performance of the attachment being used. 14 ...
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.... • Check brake operation. • Check tire pressure. • Check operator presence and ROS systems for proper operation. • Check for Loose Fasteners A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades C T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts BEFOREEEVAECRHYU8ESVHEEORUYRS2E5VHEROYUR5E0SVEHROYUR1E0SV0EHROYUBSREESFAOSROENSSTEORRAVGEICE DATES 5 3 4 Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with...
.... • Check brake operation. • Check tire pressure. • Check operator presence and ROS systems for proper operation. • Check for Loose Fasteners A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades C T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts BEFOREEEVAECRHYU8ESVHEEORUYRS2E5VHEROYUR5E0SVEHROYUR1E0SV0EHROYUBSREESFAOSROENSSTEORRAVGEICE DATES 5 3 4 Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with...
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... with balancer.) NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade. If your tractor is balanced. BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 8) • Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades. • Remove blade bolt, lock washer and flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may... the attachment clutch control is running with the ignition switch in the disengaged position. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to mower and engine. • The blade can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may ...
... with balancer.) NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade. If your tractor is balanced. BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 8) • Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades. • Remove blade bolt, lock washer and flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may... the attachment clutch control is running with the ignition switch in the disengaged position. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to mower and engine. • The blade can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may ...
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... carburetor, replacement is shown in engine or transmission will not run properly using a garden hose or pressure washer to prevent engine damage from tractor and mower. 18
... carburetor, replacement is shown in engine or transmission will not run properly using a garden hose or pressure washer to prevent engine damage from tractor and mower. 18
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... lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key to raise suspension arms. Slide mower out from under tractor with deflector shield to right side of bracket. • Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis bracket by removing retainer ...to remove from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in "DISENGAGED" position. • Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its lowest position. • Roll belt off engine pulley. • Remove small retainer spring, and remove clutch spring off pulley bolt...
... lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key to raise suspension arms. Slide mower out from under tractor with deflector shield to right side of bracket. • Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis bracket by removing retainer ...to remove from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in "DISENGAGED" position. • Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its lowest position. • Roll belt off engine pulley. • Remove small retainer spring, and remove clutch spring off pulley bolt...
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... to 1/2" lower than rear, tighten nut "F" against trunnion on both front links. • Recheck side-to 1/2" lower at front than the rear when the mower is in length. • When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nuts "F" against trunnion on both front links. • ...To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F" from trunnion on both front links are equal in length. • If links are not equal in reverse order of turns. To obtain...
... to 1/2" lower than rear, tighten nut "F" against trunnion on both front links. • Recheck side-to 1/2" lower at front than the rear when the mower is in length. • When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nuts "F" against trunnion on both front links. • ...To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F" from trunnion on both front links are equal in length. • If links are not equal in reverse order of turns. To obtain...
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... If stopping distance is necessary. For assistance, there is mounted on the right side of the transaxle. BELT REMOVAL • Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in highest gear, further maintenance is still greater than five (5) feet in this section of manual). TO CHECK BRAKE ...; Pull belt toward rear of tractor. TO ADJUST BRAKE • Depress clutch/brake pedal all belt guides and keepers. • Install mower (See "TO INSTALL MOWER" in this section of manual). Readjust if necessary. WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" 1-1/2" NUT "A" JAM NUT TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT ...
... If stopping distance is necessary. For assistance, there is mounted on the right side of the transaxle. BELT REMOVAL • Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in highest gear, further maintenance is still greater than five (5) feet in this section of manual). TO CHECK BRAKE ...; Pull belt toward rear of tractor. TO ADJUST BRAKE • Depress clutch/brake pedal all belt guides and keepers. • Install mower (See "TO INSTALL MOWER" in this section of manual). Readjust if necessary. WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" 1-1/2" NUT "A" JAM NUT TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT ...
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...; Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in and camber are used for emergency starting, follow this manual). NOTE: When the tractor rear wheels move mower deck height to good chassis ground, away from your battery is in neutral. • Loosen adjustment bolt in the Assembly section of the BLACK cable...
...; Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in and camber are used for emergency starting, follow this manual). NOTE: When the tractor rear wheels move mower deck height to good chassis ground, away from your battery is in neutral. • Loosen adjustment bolt in the Assembly section of the BLACK cable...
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TRACTOR Remove mower from dust and dirt. • Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that all nuts, bolts and screws are empty. • Never use plastic. BATTERY ... section of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; Replace if necessary. • Touch up all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. When mower is to be stored for a period of this manual). sand lightly before storing in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during long periods of...
TRACTOR Remove mower from dust and dirt. • Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that all nuts, bolts and screws are empty. • Never use plastic. BATTERY ... section of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; Replace if necessary. • Touch up all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. When mower is to be stored for a period of this manual). sand lightly before storing in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during long periods of...
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...replace fuel filter. 8. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments section. 8. Tighten loose part(s). Engine valves out of mower housing. 4. Wait several minutes before attempting to start 1. Replace fuel filter. 7. Contact an authorized service center/department. Stale ...not "CHOKED" properly. 3. Clean/replace air filter. 6. Weak or dead battery. 4. Carburetor out of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Weak or dead battery. 4. Disengage attachment clutch. 3. Faulty spark plug. 7. Clean/replace air filter. 5. Check oil level/change...
...replace fuel filter. 8. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments section. 8. Tighten loose part(s). Engine valves out of mower housing. 4. Wait several minutes before attempting to start 1. Replace fuel filter. 7. Contact an authorized service center/department. Stale ...not "CHOKED" properly. 3. Clean/replace air filter. 6. Weak or dead battery. 4. Carburetor out of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Weak or dead battery. 4. Disengage attachment clutch. 3. Faulty spark plug. 7. Clean/replace air filter. 5. Check oil level/change...
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...Engine dies when tractor is "OFF". 2. Check wiring, switches and connections. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Replace blade. Mower drive belt worn. 9. Reinstall blades sharp edge down. 10. Check wiring and connections. 5. Check/clean all connections....Check/replace light switch. 4. Bad battery cell(s). 2. Faulty alternator. 1. Poor cut - Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Worn/damaged mower drive belt. 3. Replace blade mandrel. Poor grass discharge 1. Place throttle control in clutch mechanism. 2. Tighten blade bolt. 7. Light switch is...
...Engine dies when tractor is "OFF". 2. Check wiring, switches and connections. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Replace blade. Mower drive belt worn. 9. Reinstall blades sharp edge down. 10. Check wiring and connections. 5. Check/clean all connections....Check/replace light switch. 4. Bad battery cell(s). 2. Faulty alternator. 1. Poor cut - Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Worn/damaged mower drive belt. 3. Replace blade mandrel. Poor grass discharge 1. Place throttle control in clutch mechanism. 2. Tighten blade bolt. 7. Light switch is...