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...a slope. Uneven terrain could be picked up to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. which can touch hot exhaust / engine parts and burn. The machine could cause the machine to roll over. • Never carry passengers. • Use extra care while ... or other debris which could suddenly roll over if a wheel is dangerous. Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction. Always turn off engine and wait for all parts to come to neutral and coast downhill. • Avoid starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs...
...a slope. Uneven terrain could be picked up to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. which can touch hot exhaust / engine parts and burn. The machine could cause the machine to roll over. • Never carry passengers. • Use extra care while ... or other debris which could suddenly roll over if a wheel is dangerous. Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction. Always turn off engine and wait for all parts to come to neutral and coast downhill. • Avoid starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs...
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... area is spilled on a truck or trailer bed with plastic liner. Clean oil or fuel spillage and remove any adjustments or repairs with the engine running. • Check grass catcher components and the discharge guard frequently and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades.... • Do not mow in or on a slope. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. Allow engine to stop or shift while on the slope. • Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on towed equipment. • On slopes, the weight ...
... area is spilled on a truck or trailer bed with plastic liner. Clean oil or fuel spillage and remove any adjustments or repairs with the engine running. • Check grass catcher components and the discharge guard frequently and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades.... • Do not mow in or on a slope. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. Allow engine to stop or shift while on the slope. • Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on towed equipment. • On slopes, the weight ...
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...contact your tractor properly. CONGRATULATIONS on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should be used on your tractor. • Follow the instructions under "Maintenance" and "Stor- It has ...been designed, engineered and manufactured to service or repair this tractor. Please read and retain this owner's manual. age" sections of a new tractor. ...
...contact your tractor properly. CONGRATULATIONS on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should be used on your tractor. • Follow the instructions under "Maintenance" and "Stor- It has ...been designed, engineered and manufactured to service or repair this tractor. Please read and retain this owner's manual. age" sections of a new tractor. ...
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...lever in neutral (N) position. • Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. • Start the engine.After engine has started, move throttle control to its highest position. • Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal. • Place gearshift ... area in a well-ventilated area. Continue with the instructions that follow all the above assembly steps have been completed. • Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline. • Sit on label (label located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of...
...lever in neutral (N) position. • Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. • Start the engine.After engine has started, move throttle control to its highest position. • Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal. • Place gearshift ... area in a well-ventilated area. Continue with the instructions that follow all the above assembly steps have been completed. • Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline. • Sit on label (label located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of...
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..."TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING"in flated for shipping purposes. Verify that the brake is properly adjusted. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you start the engine. ✓ Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition. ✓ Be sure Operator Presence System and Reverse Operation System (ROS) are...manual. See that are routed correctly. WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS: ✓ Engine oil is at the factory). ✓ Be sure mower deck is important for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and...
..."TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING"in flated for shipping purposes. Verify that the brake is properly adjusted. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you start the engine. ✓ Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition. ✓ Be sure Operator Presence System and Reverse Operation System (ROS) are...manual. See that are routed correctly. WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS: ✓ Engine oil is at the factory). ✓ Be sure mower deck is important for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and...
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... injury. OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in damage to the tractor and/or engine. REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION SWITCH P ENGINE OFF REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD...
... injury. OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in damage to the tractor and/or engine. REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION SWITCH P ENGINE OFF REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD...
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... the brake position. Allows operation of various controls and adjustments. Used for starting the engine. Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting and stopping the engine. Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to the safety standards ...ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) "ON" POSITION - Save this manual for starting and controlling engine speed. 10 LIGHT SWITCH THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER IGNITION SWITCH ROS "ON" POSITION LIFT LEVER PLUNGER ATTACHMENT...
... the brake position. Allows operation of various controls and adjustments. Used for starting the engine. Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting and stopping the engine. Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to the safety standards ...ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) "ON" POSITION - Save this manual for starting and controlling engine speed. 10 LIGHT SWITCH THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER IGNITION SWITCH ROS "ON" POSITION LIFT LEVER PLUNGER ATTACHMENT...
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...full "BRAKE" position. • Move gearshift lever to neutral (N) position. These heights are measured from clutch/brake pedal. When engine is running, any adjustments or repairs. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any attempt by...lever in neutral (N) position. • Move gearshift lever to desired position. • Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start movement. ENGINE • Move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position, before leaving the operator's position; OPERATION The operation of any...
...full "BRAKE" position. • Move gearshift lever to neutral (N) position. These heights are measured from clutch/brake pedal. When engine is running, any adjustments or repairs. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any attempt by...lever in neutral (N) position. • Move gearshift lever to desired position. • Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start movement. ENGINE • Move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position, before leaving the operator's position; OPERATION The operation of any...
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... If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake. • Move gearshift lever to engine "ON" position. You must remain fully and centrally positioned in the ROS "ON" position. TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS Tow only the... that are recommended by engaging attachment clutch control. • TO STOP MOWER BLADES - Any attempt by the operator to prevent the engine from damage when transporting your tractor, be sure gearshift lever is in reverse unless absolutely necessary. USING THE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM - •...
... If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake. • Move gearshift lever to engine "ON" position. You must remain fully and centrally positioned in the ROS "ON" position. TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS Tow only the... that are recommended by engaging attachment clutch control. • TO STOP MOWER BLADES - Any attempt by the operator to prevent the engine from damage when transporting your tractor, be sure gearshift lever is in reverse unless absolutely necessary. USING THE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM - •...
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...Drain the gas tank, start after several minutes, depending on the temperature. • The attachments can be emptied before storage of an engine while in neutral (N) position. • Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position. • Move throttle control to the fast position. ... this manual. 13 NOTE: Before starting procedures below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may require an engine warm-up for easier starting the engine for best engine performance. IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES BELOW32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE GASOLINE TO HELP...
...Drain the gas tank, start after several minutes, depending on the temperature. • The attachments can be emptied before storage of an engine while in neutral (N) position. • Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position. • Move throttle control to the fast position. ... this manual. 13 NOTE: Before starting procedures below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may require an engine warm-up for easier starting the engine for best engine performance. IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES BELOW32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE GASOLINE TO HELP...
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... best performance of cut . This will result in the Service and Adjustments section of the machine. Allow grass to dry before mowing. • Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to the right of this manual. • The left hand turns until finished (See Fig. 7). See "TO LEVEL MOWER...
... best performance of cut . This will result in the Service and Adjustments section of the machine. Allow grass to dry before mowing. • Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to the right of this manual. • The left hand turns until finished (See Fig. 7). See "TO LEVEL MOWER...
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...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 maintenance-free battery. 5 - Service more often when operating in sandy soil. 4 - maint_sch-tractore.ROS... front axle pivot bolt to operator abuse or negligence. eENGINE cGEARSHIFT PIVOTS BEFORE EACH USE • Check engine oil level. • Check brake operation. • Check tire pressure. • Check operator presence and...
...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 maintenance-free battery. 5 - Service more often when operating in sandy soil. 4 - maint_sch-tractore.ROS... front axle pivot bolt to operator abuse or negligence. eENGINE cGEARSHIFT PIVOTS BEFORE EACH USE • Check engine oil level. • Check brake operation. • Check tire pressure. • Check operator presence and...
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...rules when performing any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse should never operate unless the operator is balanced. ROS "ON" POSITION ENGINE "ON" POSITION (NORMAL OPERATING) BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged blades. but ...NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat washer securing blade. • Install new or resharpened blade with the ignition switch in the engine "ON" position and the attachment clutch engaged, any maintenance. BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 8) • Raise mower to highest position to allow ...
...rules when performing any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse should never operate unless the operator is balanced. ROS "ON" POSITION ENGINE "ON" POSITION (NORMAL OPERATING) BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged blades. but ...NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat washer securing blade. • Install new or resharpened blade with the ignition switch in the engine "ON" position and the attachment clutch engaged, any maintenance. BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 8) • Raise mower to highest position to allow ...
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...Do not overfill. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can restrict cooling. • • ENGINE LUBRICATION • Only use . OIL DRAIN VALVE CLOSED AND LOCKED POSITION YELLOW CAP DRAIN TUBE FIG. 11 TRANSAXLE COOLING • Keep transaxle free...turning counterclockwise. Pour slowly. Be sure dipstick cap is balanced. Do not attempt to open , pull out on the drain valve. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 10 and 11) Determine temperature range expected before starting in cold weather, they begin to slip from tractor. • ...
...Do not overfill. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can restrict cooling. • • ENGINE LUBRICATION • Only use . OIL DRAIN VALVE CLOSED AND LOCKED POSITION YELLOW CAP DRAIN TUBE FIG. 11 TRANSAXLE COOLING • Keep transaxle free...turning counterclockwise. Pour slowly. Be sure dipstick cap is balanced. Do not attempt to open , pull out on the drain valve. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 10 and 11) Determine temperature range expected before starting in cold weather, they begin to slip from tractor. • ...
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...finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc. • Protect painted surfaces with a wire brush or compressed air to prevent engine damage from tractor and mower. 18 If fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to clean your tractor. We do not recommend... using a dirty air filter. Spark plug type and gap setting is required. • With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections. • Place new fuel filter in position in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this...
...finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc. • Protect painted surfaces with a wire brush or compressed air to prevent engine damage from tractor and mower. 18 If fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to clean your tractor. We do not recommend... using a dirty air filter. Spark plug type and gap setting is required. • With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections. • Place new fuel filter in position in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this...
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... secure with plug. SMALL RETAINER SPRING CLUTCH SPRING FLAT WASHER SMALL RETAINER SPRING CLUTCH SPRING RETAINER SPRING SUSPENSION ARMS SQUARE HOLE ENGINE PULLEY FRONT LINK ANTI-SWAY BAR COLLAR RETAINER SPRINGS (BOTH SIDES) HOUSING GUIDE LARGE RETAINER SPRING BRACKET FIG. 13 19 DEFLECTOR...attachment clutch 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. • Remove large retainer spring, slide collar off and...
... secure with plug. SMALL RETAINER SPRING CLUTCH SPRING FLAT WASHER SMALL RETAINER SPRING CLUTCH SPRING RETAINER SPRING SUSPENSION ARMS SQUARE HOLE ENGINE PULLEY FRONT LINK ANTI-SWAY BAR COLLAR RETAINER SPRINGS (BOTH SIDES) HOUSING GUIDE LARGE RETAINER SPRING BRACKET FIG. 13 19 DEFLECTOR...attachment clutch 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. • Remove large retainer spring, slide collar off and...
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...;ecting belt keepers. • Remove belt from center span keeper and pull belt away from around engine pulley. • Pull belt slack toward front of tractor and roll around the top groove of engine pulley. • Install belt through stationary idler and clutching idler. • Make sure belt is...and skid when you try to stop at highest speed in neutral (N) position. NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt and position of tractor. ENGINE PULLEY CLUTCHING IDLER STATIONARY IDLER CENTER SPAN KEEPER TRANSAXLE PULLEY FIG. 20 OPERATING ARM FIG. 19 21 Replace brake pads or contact a quali...
...;ecting belt keepers. • Remove belt from center span keeper and pull belt away from around engine pulley. • Pull belt slack toward front of tractor and roll around the top groove of engine pulley. • Install belt through stationary idler and clutching idler. • Make sure belt is...and skid when you try to stop at highest speed in neutral (N) position. NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt and position of tractor. ENGINE PULLEY CLUTCHING IDLER STATIONARY IDLER CENTER SPAN KEEPER TRANSAXLE PULLEY FIG. 20 OPERATING ARM FIG. 19 21 Replace brake pads or contact a quali...
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...terminal of each battery(A-B), taking care not to short against tractor chassis. • Connect one end of the BLACK cable to start the engine, it should be purchased from both batteries. NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat the factory; NOTE: If additional ...8226; Tighten adjustment bolt securely. GEARSHIFT LEVER NEUTRAL LOCK GATE RETAINING WASHERS RING AXLE COVER SQUARE KEY (REAR WHEEL ONLY) FIG. 22 TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 23) WARNING: Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. FIG. 21 ADJUSTMENT BOLT If "jumper cables" are positioned...
...terminal of each battery(A-B), taking care not to short against tractor chassis. • Connect one end of the BLACK cable to start the engine, it should be purchased from both batteries. NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat the factory; NOTE: If additional ...8226; Tighten adjustment bolt securely. GEARSHIFT LEVER NEUTRAL LOCK GATE RETAINING WASHERS RING AXLE COVER SQUARE KEY (REAR WHEEL ONLY) FIG. 22 TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 23) WARNING: Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. FIG. 21 ADJUSTMENT BOLT If "jumper cables" are positioned...
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...TERMINAL COVER KEPS NUT HEX BOLT TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL The choke control has been preset at the same time. If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your tractor to contact both terminals at the factory and adjustment should ...then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from starting. • Check wiring. Tighten securely. TO ADJUST CARBURETOR Your carburetor is necessary, see engine manual. See electrical wiring diagram in the backside of the grill. • Close hood. Slide terminal cover over terminal. • Connect BLACK...
...TERMINAL COVER KEPS NUT HEX BOLT TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL The choke control has been preset at the same time. If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your tractor to contact both terminals at the factory and adjustment should ...then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from starting. • Check wiring. Tighten securely. TO ADJUST CARBURETOR Your carburetor is necessary, see engine manual. See electrical wiring diagram in the backside of the grill. • Close hood. Slide terminal cover over terminal. • Connect BLACK...
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...gasoline will cause problems. • If possible, store your tractor indoors and cover it to distribute oil. • Replace with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in fuel tank or storage container. TRACTOR Remove mower from dust and dirt. • Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover...to gasoline in the Maintenance section of this manual). • Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re- IMPORTANT: NEVER COVERTRACTORWHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM. 24 sand lightly before storing in the tank inside a building where fumes may occur. • Use...
...gasoline will cause problems. • If possible, store your tractor indoors and cover it to distribute oil. • Replace with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in fuel tank or storage container. TRACTOR Remove mower from dust and dirt. • Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover...to gasoline in the Maintenance section of this manual). • Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re- IMPORTANT: NEVER COVERTRACTORWHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM. 24 sand lightly before storing in the tank inside a building where fumes may occur. • Use...