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... machine into a trailer or truck. • Always wear eye protection when operating machine. • Data indicates that you may lose control of riding mower-related injuries. Operate only at all parts to come to a complete stop or shift while on the slope. • Do not mow on a slope...OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all slopes requires extra caution. Always turn off engine and wait for all times. • Only allow the mower deck to plow leaves or other safety devices in fluence of alcohol or drugs. • Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other...
... machine into a trailer or truck. • Always wear eye protection when operating machine. • Data indicates that you may lose control of riding mower-related injuries. Operate only at all parts to come to a complete stop or shift while on the slope. • Do not mow on a slope...OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all slopes requires extra caution. Always turn off engine and wait for all times. • Only allow the mower deck to plow leaves or other safety devices in fluence of alcohol or drugs. • Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other...
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...and tighten securely. They may cause loss of traction and loss of a responsible adult other objects that has a hitch designed for Ride-On Mowers III. ning. Check their proper operation regularly. • Keep machine free of ignition. • Use only approved gasoline container. •...control. • Travel slowly and allow extra distance to be seriously injured or interfere with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are sharp. Allow engine to stop . Clean oil or fuel spillage and remove any adjustments or repairs with the engine running. ...
...and tighten securely. They may cause loss of traction and loss of a responsible adult other objects that has a hitch designed for Ride-On Mowers III. ning. Check their proper operation regularly. • Keep machine free of ignition. • Use only approved gasoline container. •...control. • Travel slowly and allow extra distance to be seriously injured or interfere with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are sharp. Allow engine to stop . Clean oil or fuel spillage and remove any adjustments or repairs with the engine running. ...
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...OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. See"TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING"in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). ✓ It is in "transmission engaged" position (see that all ..." and "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. See that the brake is important for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Operation section of this manual). 8 Verify that are routed properly around pulleys and inside all controls, their location...
...OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. See"TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING"in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). ✓ It is in "transmission engaged" position (see that all ..." and "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. See that the brake is important for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Operation section of this manual). 8 Verify that are routed properly around pulleys and inside all controls, their location...
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... with the product. REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE OFF REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT LIGHTS ON FUEL BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD CRUISE CONTROL CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL 15 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET...
... with the product. REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE OFF REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT LIGHTS ON FUEL BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD CRUISE CONTROL CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL 15 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET...
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... transmission for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the locations of the American National Standards Institute. Selects the speed and direction of mower deck or other powered attachment while in reverse. REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) "ON" POSITION - Turns the headlights on and off ...for starting the engine. Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used to raise and lower the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor. LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - MOTION CONTROL LEVER - LIGHT SWITCH THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL CLUTCH/...
... transmission for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the locations of the American National Standards Institute. Selects the speed and direction of mower deck or other powered attachment while in reverse. REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) "ON" POSITION - Turns the headlights on and off ...for starting the engine. Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used to raise and lower the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor. LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - MOTION CONTROL LEVER - LIGHT SWITCH THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL CLUTCH/...
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... engine at less than full speed (fast) reduces the engine's operating efficiency. • Full speed (fast) offers the best mower performance. the second to empty grass catcher, etc. THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL "BRAKE" POSITION ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER "ENGAGED" POSITION IGNITION KEY "DISENGAGED"...BRAKE "ENGAGED" POSITION CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL "DRIVE" POSITION MOTION CONTROL LEVER PARKING BRAKE "DISENGAGED" POSITION FIG. 5 STOPPING (See Fig. 5) MOWER BLADES - • To stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas. NOTE: Failure to move attachment clutch lever to stop ground drive, ...
... engine at less than full speed (fast) reduces the engine's operating efficiency. • Full speed (fast) offers the best mower performance. the second to empty grass catcher, etc. THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL "BRAKE" POSITION ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER "ENGAGED" POSITION IGNITION KEY "DISENGAGED"...BRAKE "ENGAGED" POSITION CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL "DRIVE" POSITION MOTION CONTROL LEVER PARKING BRAKE "DISENGAGED" POSITION FIG. 5 STOPPING (See Fig. 5) MOWER BLADES - • To stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas. NOTE: Failure to move attachment clutch lever to stop ground drive, ...
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..." position. • Look down and behind before starting up with a Reverse Operation System (ROS). CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on hills. • If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake position...8226; Slowly move motion control lever to reverse (R) position to reposition the machine with an operator presence sensing switch. OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 6) Your tractor is equipped with the attachment engaged. "ENGAGED" POSITION ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER HIGH POSITION LOW POSITION DEFLECTOR ...
..." position. • Look down and behind before starting up with a Reverse Operation System (ROS). CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on hills. • If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake position...8226; Slowly move motion control lever to reverse (R) position to reposition the machine with an operator presence sensing switch. OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 6) Your tractor is equipped with the attachment engaged. "ENGAGED" POSITION ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER HIGH POSITION LOW POSITION DEFLECTOR ...
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...This may be movement of cut . Shutoff engine and set . • Disengage transmission by turning to reverse position. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in cold weather, the transmission should be mowed twice to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of the machine. This procedure ... Sitting in the opposite direction making left hand side of the attachment being used for five (5) seconds. that clippings will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. Move lever to neutral (N) position. Allow grass to half (1/2) speed. Release the parking brake and let the...
...This may be movement of cut . Shutoff engine and set . • Disengage transmission by turning to reverse position. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in cold weather, the transmission should be mowed twice to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of the machine. This procedure ... Sitting in the opposite direction making left hand side of the attachment being used for five (5) seconds. that clippings will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. Move lever to neutral (N) position. Allow grass to half (1/2) speed. Release the parking brake and let the...
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... spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for Loose Fasteners C Check/Replace Mower Blades T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with maintenance-free battery. VISCOUS LUBRICANTS WILL ATTRACT...
... spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for Loose Fasteners C Check/Replace Mower Blades T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with maintenance-free battery. VISCOUS LUBRICANTS WILL ATTRACT...
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...properly. NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade. ROS "ON" POSITION ENGINE "ON" POSITION (NORMAL OPERATING) BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be taken to blades. • Remove blade bolt, lock washer and flat highest speed in highest gear on a grind- torque).... BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 10) • Raise mower to highest position to allow access to keep the blade balanced. MAINTENANCE TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any attempt by the manufacturer of...
...properly. NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade. ROS "ON" POSITION ENGINE "ON" POSITION (NORMAL OPERATING) BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be taken to blades. • Remove blade bolt, lock washer and flat highest speed in highest gear on a grind- torque).... BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 10) • Raise mower to highest position to allow access to keep the blade balanced. MAINTENANCE TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any attempt by the manufacturer of...
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For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from tractor and mower. 18 For accurate reading, insert dipstick into the tube and push down firmly into place before removing. CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be ...
For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from tractor and mower. 18 For accurate reading, insert dipstick into the tube and push down firmly into place before removing. CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be ...
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...;ated (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of tractor. • Lower lift lever to its lowest position. • Connect front links to mower deck and secure with retainer springs.. • Connect suspension arms to rear deck brackets and secure with retainer springs. • Connect anti... RETAINER SPRINGS (BOTH SIDES) HOUSING GUIDE LARGE RETAINER SPRING BRACKET FIG. 15 19 DEFLECTOR SHIELD TRACTOR TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 15) Mower will not properly adjust your mower. TO INSTALL MOWER (See Fig. 15) • Raise attachment lift lever to its lowest position. • Roll belt off...
...;ated (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of tractor. • Lower lift lever to its lowest position. • Connect front links to mower deck and secure with retainer springs.. • Connect suspension arms to rear deck brackets and secure with retainer springs. • Connect anti... RETAINER SPRINGS (BOTH SIDES) HOUSING GUIDE LARGE RETAINER SPRING BRACKET FIG. 15 19 DEFLECTOR SHIELD TRACTOR TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 15) Mower will not properly adjust your mower. TO INSTALL MOWER (See Fig. 15) • Raise attachment lift lever to its lowest position. • Roll belt off...
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...adjustment nut on both front links. BELT INSTALLATION - tions. Tighten nut "E" on both front links an equal number of adjustment nut will change mower height about 1/8". • Recheck measurements after adjusting. FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 18 and 19) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL ... of turns. • When distance "D" is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides. • Install mower in reverse order of mower, loosen nut "F" from mower. NOTE: Three full turns of turns. Measure distance "D" directly in front and behind the mandrel at front than the...
...adjustment nut on both front links. BELT INSTALLATION - tions. Tighten nut "E" on both front links an equal number of adjustment nut will change mower height about 1/8". • Recheck measurements after adjusting. FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 18 and 19) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL ... of turns. • When distance "D" is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides. • Install mower in reverse order of mower, loosen nut "F" from mower. NOTE: Three full turns of turns. Measure distance "D" directly in front and behind the mandrel at front than the...
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...Retighten jam nut against nut "A". • Engage transmission by placing freewhel control in "transmission disengaged" position. Readjust if necessary. BELT REMOVAL • Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this sec- ENGINE PULLEY CLUTCHING IDLER STATIONARY IDLER TRANSMISSION INPUT PULLEY CENTER SPAN KEEPER OPERATING ARM 01513 DO NOT TOUCH THIS NUT. Replace...) Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides and keepers. • Install mower (See "TO INSTALL MOWER" in this section of manual).
...Retighten jam nut against nut "A". • Engage transmission by placing freewhel control in "transmission disengaged" position. Readjust if necessary. BELT REMOVAL • Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this sec- ENGINE PULLEY CLUTCHING IDLER STATIONARY IDLER TRANSMISSION INPUT PULLEY CENTER SPAN KEEPER OPERATING ARM 01513 DO NOT TOUCH THIS NUT. Replace...) Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides and keepers. • Install mower (See "TO INSTALL MOWER" in this section of manual).
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... still creeps forward or backward while motion control lever is too weak to start the engine, it is needed to get to adjustment bolt, move mower deck height to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to...
... still creeps forward or backward while motion control lever is too weak to start the engine, it is needed to get to adjustment bolt, move mower deck height to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to...
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... for a period of this manual). • After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place cables where they cannot come in any enclosure. 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. When mower is an acceptable alternative in fuel tank or storage container. nance section of time, clean it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are ...
... for a period of this manual). • After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place cables where they cannot come in any enclosure. 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. When mower is an acceptable alternative in fuel tank or storage container. nance section of time, clean it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are ...
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...replace muffler. 13. Tighten loose part(s). Dirty air filter. 6. Engine valves out of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Replace fuel filter. 7. Engine valves out of adjustment. 15. Attachment clutch is engaged. 3. Corroded battery terminals. 6. ...3. Check/replace solenoid or starter. 9. Dirty air filter. 5. Carburetor out of adjustment. 8. Loose or damaged wiring. 7. Loss of mower housing. 4. Throttle in Service Adjustments section. 8. Stale or dirty fuel. 9. Clean underside of power 1. Replace damaged parts. 25 Dirty air ...
...replace muffler. 13. Tighten loose part(s). Dirty air filter. 6. Engine valves out of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Replace fuel filter. 7. Engine valves out of adjustment. 15. Attachment clutch is engaged. 3. Corroded battery terminals. 6. ...3. Check/replace solenoid or starter. 9. Dirty air filter. 5. Carburetor out of adjustment. 8. Loose or damaged wiring. 7. Loss of mower housing. 4. Throttle in Service Adjustments section. 8. Stale or dirty fuel. 9. Clean underside of power 1. Replace damaged parts. 25 Dirty air ...
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...1. Loose or damaged wiring. 5. Turn light switch "ON". 2. Faulty alternator. 1. Replace battery. 2. Replace alternator. Loss of mower housing. 4. Purge transmission. 1. Move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position before stopping engine. 26 Faulty operator-..."backfires" when turning engine "OFF" 1. Frozen blade mandrel. 1. Replace idler pulley. 4. Wet grass. 4. Mower drive belt worn. 9. Level mower deck. 5. Battery will not rotate 1. Faulty regulator (if so equipped). 4. Check/clean all connections. 3. Engine throttle...
...1. Loose or damaged wiring. 5. Turn light switch "ON". 2. Faulty alternator. 1. Replace battery. 2. Replace alternator. Loss of mower housing. 4. Purge transmission. 1. Move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position before stopping engine. 26 Faulty operator-..."backfires" when turning engine "OFF" 1. Frozen blade mandrel. 1. Replace idler pulley. 4. Wet grass. 4. Mower drive belt worn. 9. Level mower deck. 5. Battery will not rotate 1. Faulty regulator (if so equipped). 4. Check/clean all connections. 3. Engine throttle...