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...or other reproductive harm. WARNING • Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, discharge guard, or other safety devices in . Shut off blades, set parking brake, stop or shift while on the slope. • Do not mow on it, do not mow it cannot contact spark plug...., stopping, or turning on the slopes slow and gradual. • Be sure the area is dangerous. If the tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed • Clear the area of your tractor. they can lose traction with the instructions, to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive...
...or other reproductive harm. WARNING • Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, discharge guard, or other safety devices in . Shut off blades, set parking brake, stop or shift while on the slope. • Do not mow on it, do not mow it cannot contact spark plug...., stopping, or turning on the slopes slow and gradual. • Be sure the area is dangerous. If the tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed • Clear the area of your tractor. they can lose traction with the instructions, to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive...
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... look behind and down for towed equipment and towing on a truck or trailer bed with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are sharp. Allow engine to cool before refueling. • Never fuel the machine indoors. • Never store the machine or fuel container where...; Never over by the machine. • Never allow extra distance to the machine and the mowing activity. TOWING • Tow only with the blades shut off . Gasoline is spilled on a slope. Always place containers on towed equipment. • On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment ...
... look behind and down for towed equipment and towing on a truck or trailer bed with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are sharp. Allow engine to cool before refueling. • Never fuel the machine indoors. • Never store the machine or fuel container where...; Never over by the machine. • Never allow extra distance to the machine and the mowing activity. TOWING • Tow only with the blades shut off . Gasoline is spilled on a slope. Always place containers on towed equipment. • On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment ...
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.... PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity and Type: Oil Type (API-SG-SL): Oil Capacity: Spark Plug: (Gap: .030") Ground Speed (MPH): Tire Pressure: Charging System: Battery: Blade Torque: 2.0 Gallons Unleaded Regular SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) W/Filter: 3.5 Pints W/O Filter: 3.0 Pints Champion RC12YC Forward: 1st 1.2 2nd 1.5 3rd...
.... PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity and Type: Oil Type (API-SG-SL): Oil Capacity: Spark Plug: (Gap: .030") Ground Speed (MPH): Tire Pressure: Charging System: Battery: Blade Torque: 2.0 Gallons Unleaded Regular SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) W/Filter: 3.5 Pints W/O Filter: 3.0 Pints Champion RC12YC Forward: 1st 1.2 2nd 1.5 3rd...
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...; Check mower and drive belts. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you start the engine. ✓ Be sure brake system is important for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. See"TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING"in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual...
...; Check mower and drive belts. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you start the engine. ✓ Be sure brake system is important for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. See"TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING"in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual...
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Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor. Used to raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or other powered attachment while in reverse. CLUTCH/BRAKE ...
Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor. Used to raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or other powered attachment while in reverse. CLUTCH/BRAKE ...
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...8226; For best cutting performance, grass over 3 inches during the cool season and to stop engine. To eliminate this possibility, always stop mower blades,move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position. mance. ENGINE • Move throttle control between half and full speed (fast)... engine exhaust gases may cause engine to "backfire". • Turn ignition key to the blade tip with the engine not running. FIG. 5 STOPPING (See Fig. 5) MOWER BLADES • To stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas. NOTE: Failure to move attachment clutch lever...
...8226; For best cutting performance, grass over 3 inches during the cool season and to stop engine. To eliminate this possibility, always stop mower blades,move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position. mance. ENGINE • Move throttle control between half and full speed (fast)... engine exhaust gases may cause engine to "backfire". • Turn ignition key to the blade tip with the engine not running. FIG. 5 STOPPING (See Fig. 5) MOWER BLADES • To stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas. NOTE: Failure to move attachment clutch lever...
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... lever to reverse (R) position and slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start movement. • When use of cut . • Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control. • TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment clutch control. 3/8-16 LOCKNUT 3/8 WASHER GAUGE WHEEL FIG. 6 01423 SHOULDER BOLT REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) Your tractor is...
... lever to reverse (R) position and slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start movement. • When use of cut . • Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control. • TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment clutch control. 3/8-16 LOCKNUT 3/8 WASHER GAUGE WHEEL FIG. 6 01423 SHOULDER BOLT REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) Your tractor is...
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... 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... Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and T ROS Systems R Check for loose fasteners. maximum. Replace blades more often when operating in sandy soil. 4 - Service more often when mowing in dirty or dusty conditions. ...
... 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... Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and T ROS Systems R Check for loose fasteners. maximum. Replace blades more often when operating in sandy soil. 4 - Service more often when mowing in dirty or dusty conditions. ...
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... immediately. • The engine should not start unless the brake pedal is fully depressed, and the attachment clutch control is balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to slow leaks, tire sealant may be checked and adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the ...are working properly. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at tires due to mower and engine. • The blade can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may appear to be kept sharp. CHECK REVERSE ...
... immediately. • The engine should not start unless the brake pedal is fully depressed, and the attachment clutch control is balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to slow leaks, tire sealant may be checked and adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the ...are working properly. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at tires due to mower and engine. • The blade can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may appear to be kept sharp. CHECK REVERSE ...
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... is on oil. Pour slowly. Do not over , the "FULL" line on the battery and terminals can restrict cooling. MAINTENANCE CENTER HOLE 5/8" BOLT OR PIN BLADE FIG. 10 BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which can cause the battery to "leak" power. • Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then...
... is on oil. Pour slowly. Do not over , the "FULL" line on the battery and terminals can restrict cooling. MAINTENANCE CENTER HOLE 5/8" BOLT OR PIN BLADE FIG. 10 BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which can cause the battery to "leak" power. • Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then...
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... spark plug and place wire where it cannot come 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 under tractor with deflector shield to right side of tractor...
... spark plug and place wire where it cannot come 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 under tractor with deflector shield to right side of tractor...
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... both front links. • Recheck side-to 1/2" lower than rear, tighten nuts "F" against trunnion on both front links. TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 19) The mower blade drive belt may be adjusted so that side. BELT REMOVAL • Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in its highest...
... both front links. • Recheck side-to 1/2" lower than rear, tighten nuts "F" against trunnion on both front links. TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 19) The mower blade drive belt may be adjusted so that side. BELT REMOVAL • Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in its highest...
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...;ns. 12. Carburetor out of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Clean underside of power 1. Replace fuel filter. 8. Replace blade mandrel. 3. Bad spark plug. 3. Weak or dead battery. 4. Recharge or replace battery. 4. Engine will not start 1. Blown fuse. ...;lter. 7. Engine valves out of adjustment. 1. Dirty fuel filter. 5. Engine clicks but will not turn over 1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. 2. Empty fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh, clean gasoline. 6. Contact an authorized service center/department...
...;ns. 12. Carburetor out of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Clean underside of power 1. Replace fuel filter. 8. Replace blade mandrel. 3. Bad spark plug. 3. Weak or dead battery. 4. Recharge or replace battery. 4. Engine will not start 1. Blown fuse. ...;lter. 7. Engine valves out of adjustment. 1. Dirty fuel filter. 5. Engine clicks but will not turn over 1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. 2. Empty fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh, clean gasoline. 6. Contact an authorized service center/department...
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... Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. 8. Level mower deck. 5. Tighten blade bolt. 7. Reinstall blades sharp edge down. 10. Clean around mandrels. 1. Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped) 1. Faulty light switch. 4. ...26 Move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position before mowing. 4. Bent blade mandrel. 5. Replace blade. Clean underside of mower housing. 8. Replace blade mandrel. 5. Blades improperly installed. 10. Replace mower drive belt. 9. Loose or damaged wiring. 5. Battery will...
... Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. 8. Level mower deck. 5. Tighten blade bolt. 7. Reinstall blades sharp edge down. 10. Clean around mandrels. 1. Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped) 1. Faulty light switch. 4. ...26 Move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position before mowing. 4. Bent blade mandrel. 5. Replace blade. Clean underside of mower housing. 8. Replace blade mandrel. 5. Blades improperly installed. 10. Replace mower drive belt. 9. Loose or damaged wiring. 5. Battery will...
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... specific legal rights, and you may not apply to you must be defective in replacing parts, any power equipment unit or attachment are belts, blades, blade adapters, normal wear, normal adjustments, standard hardware and normal maintenance. 7. For a period of two (2) years from date of a new Battery for replacement under this Warranty...
... specific legal rights, and you may not apply to you must be defective in replacing parts, any power equipment unit or attachment are belts, blades, blade adapters, normal wear, normal adjustments, standard hardware and normal maintenance. 7. For a period of two (2) years from date of a new Battery for replacement under this Warranty...