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...require extra caution. Repair, if necessary, before dismounting. Adjust and service as rocks, tree limbs, etc. • Watch for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. GENERAL OPERATION DO NOT: • Read, understand, and...build-up and thrown by putting your foot • Never carry passengers. instructions, to the presence of riding mowerrelated injuries. The mower could expose moving parts or allow responsible adults, who are familiar with safe machine operation. • Do not operate the machine while...
...require extra caution. Repair, if necessary, before dismounting. Adjust and service as rocks, tree limbs, etc. • Watch for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. GENERAL OPERATION DO NOT: • Read, understand, and...build-up and thrown by putting your foot • Never carry passengers. instructions, to the presence of riding mowerrelated injuries. The mower could expose moving parts or allow responsible adults, who are familiar with safe machine operation. • Do not operate the machine while...
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..., and then, turn on a slope. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope. SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers • Be sure the area is dangerous. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. • If machine stops...
..., and then, turn on a slope. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope. SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers • Be sure the area is dangerous. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. • If machine stops...
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Seat (4) Retainer Springs (double loop) (4) Locknuts 3/8-16 Nose Roller (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob (2) Flanged Pins Mower (1) Front Plate Assembly (2) Locknuts 5/16-18 Rod Retainer Spring Nose Roller Brackets (2) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 1 (2) Retainer Springs (single loop) (5) Retainer Springs (double loop) Keys (2) ...
Seat (4) Retainer Springs (double loop) (4) Locknuts 3/8-16 Nose Roller (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob (2) Flanged Pins Mower (1) Front Plate Assembly (2) Locknuts 5/16-18 Rod Retainer Spring Nose Roller Brackets (2) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 1 (2) Retainer Springs (single loop) (5) Retainer Springs (double loop) Keys (2) ...
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... set will make assembly easier. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all four corners of carton, and lay panels flat. • Remove mower and packing materials. • Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove. Use the correct tools as necessary to bottom, along lines on...
... set will make assembly easier. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all four corners of carton, and lay panels flat. • Remove mower and packing materials. • Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove. Use the correct tools as necessary to bottom, along lines on...
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...by depressing brake pedal. • Place freewheel control in freewheeling position to remove the tractor from the cardboard packing. ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER DECK (See Fig. 4) The gauge wheels are designed to "OFF" position. RETAINER SPRING PIN SHOULDER BOLT ADJUSTING BAR GAUGE WHEEL 3/8 ...area. Assemble gauge wheels as shown using shoulder bolts, 3/8 washers and 3/8-16 center locknuts and tighten securely. • For ease of mower to tractor assembly, raise gauge wheels to its adjusted position. • Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely. Be sure the area in...
...by depressing brake pedal. • Place freewheel control in freewheeling position to remove the tractor from the cardboard packing. ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER DECK (See Fig. 4) The gauge wheels are designed to "OFF" position. RETAINER SPRING PIN SHOULDER BOLT ADJUSTING BAR GAUGE WHEEL 3/8 ...area. Assemble gauge wheels as shown using shoulder bolts, 3/8 washers and 3/8-16 center locknuts and tighten securely. • For ease of mower to tractor assembly, raise gauge wheels to its adjusted position. • Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely. Be sure the area in...
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... brackets and retain with attachment lift control. BELT TENSION ROD (DISENGAGED POSITION) CHASSIS BRACKET LOCK BRACKET FRONT SUSPENSION BRACKETS FRONT MOWER BRACKET ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER SPRING FRONT PLATE ASSEMBLY GAUGE WHEEL FLANGED PIN SINGLE LOOP RETAINER SPRINGS DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER...-sway bar and belts. ASSEMBLY TO ATTACH NOSE ROLLER (See Fig. 5) • Assemble brackets "A" and "B" to the inside of mower mounting brackets as shown in the Operation section of this manual. NOTE: To assist in locating hole in flanged pin, the hole in ...
... brackets and retain with attachment lift control. BELT TENSION ROD (DISENGAGED POSITION) CHASSIS BRACKET LOCK BRACKET FRONT SUSPENSION BRACKETS FRONT MOWER BRACKET ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER SPRING FRONT PLATE ASSEMBLY GAUGE WHEEL FLANGED PIN SINGLE LOOP RETAINER SPRINGS DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER...-sway bar and belts. ASSEMBLY TO ATTACH NOSE ROLLER (See Fig. 5) • Assemble brackets "A" and "B" to the inside of mower mounting brackets as shown in the Operation section of this manual. NOTE: To assist in locating hole in flanged pin, the hole in ...
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..."TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in carton. 3 Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at the factory). 3 Be sure mower deck is in safe operating condition. 3 It is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline. 3 Become familiar with all controls - Verify that all...pressure is properly adjusted. CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS See the figures that the brake is important for replacing motion, mower drive, and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Be sure they are shown for best cutting performance. ...
..."TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in carton. 3 Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at the factory). 3 Be sure mower deck is in safe operating condition. 3 It is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline. 3 Become familiar with all controls - Verify that all...pressure is properly adjusted. CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS See the figures that the brake is important for replacing motion, mower drive, and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Be sure they are shown for best cutting performance. ...
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... ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON P ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT 15 15 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS (SEE SAFETY RULES...
... ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON P ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT 15 15 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS (SEE SAFETY RULES...
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...of tractor at desired speed without holding the forward drive pedal. 11 REVERSE DRIVE PEDAL- ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH: Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to familiarize yourself with the engine off. Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position. BRAKE ...YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to your tractor. AMMETER - Used to raise and lower the mower deck or other attachments mounted to adjust the mower cutting height. CRUISE CONTROL LEVER - THROTTLE CONTROL: Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position...
...of tractor at desired speed without holding the forward drive pedal. 11 REVERSE DRIVE PEDAL- ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH: Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to familiarize yourself with the engine off. Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position. BRAKE ...YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to your tractor. AMMETER - Used to raise and lower the mower deck or other attachments mounted to adjust the mower cutting height. CRUISE CONTROL LEVER - THROTTLE CONTROL: Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position...
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... BRAKE PEDAL "DISENGAGED" "DRIVE" POSITION POSITION FIG. 8 CRUISE CONTROL LEVER PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" POSITION STOPPING (See Fig. 8) MOWER BLADES - • To stop mower blades,move attachment clutch switch to start a warm engine. • To engage choke control, pull knob out. These heights are starting...as trimming at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate. • Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower perfor- TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 8) The cutting height is running . to 4". NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is...
... BRAKE PEDAL "DISENGAGED" "DRIVE" POSITION POSITION FIG. 8 CRUISE CONTROL LEVER PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" POSITION STOPPING (See Fig. 8) MOWER BLADES - • To stop mower blades,move attachment clutch switch to start a warm engine. • To engage choke control, pull knob out. These heights are starting...as trimming at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate. • Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower perfor- TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 8) The cutting height is running . to 4". NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is...
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... drive across any slope. • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield in the Operation section of cut relatively high; Raise gauge wheels slightly to desired height. IMPORTANT: BE SURE...ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH PUSH IN TO "DISENGAGED" DEFLECTOR SHIELD FIG. 10 TO OPERATE ON HILLS LOW POSITION RETAINER SPRING CLEVIS PIN FIG. 9 TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10) Your tractor is closed and secured to tractor. TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9) Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when...
... drive across any slope. • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield in the Operation section of cut relatively high; Raise gauge wheels slightly to desired height. IMPORTANT: BE SURE...ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH PUSH IN TO "DISENGAGED" DEFLECTOR SHIELD FIG. 10 TO OPERATE ON HILLS LOW POSITION RETAINER SPRING CLEVIS PIN FIG. 9 TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10) Your tractor is closed and secured to tractor. TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9) Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when...
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... warmed up as the quality of cut desired. • When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give the mower cutting performance as well as follows: • Be sure the tractor is on level surface with engine off engine and set . • Disengage... engine. See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in cold temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may have developed during shipping of this section of mower should be mowed twice to the right so that the transmission be purged before mowing. • Always operate engine at a high altitude (above ...
... warmed up as the quality of cut desired. • When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give the mower cutting performance as well as follows: • Be sure the tractor is on level surface with engine off engine and set . • Disengage... engine. See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in cold temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may have developed during shipping of this section of mower should be mowed twice to the right so that the transmission be purged before mowing. • Always operate engine at a high altitude (above ...
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... IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and T Interlock Systems R 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...
... IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and T Interlock Systems R 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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...ON MANDREL ASSEMBLY. • Install and tighten blade bolt securely (45-55 Ft. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to mower and engine. • The blade can be centered, but if you will extend its life. • Keep battery and terminals clean. •... running and the attachment clutch is engaged, any maintenance. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be sure the blade is not necessary. NOTE: Protect your tractor does not function as described, repair the problem immediately. ...
...ON MANDREL ASSEMBLY. • Install and tighten blade bolt securely (45-55 Ft. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to mower and engine. • The blade can be centered, but if you will extend its life. • Keep battery and terminals clean. •... running and the attachment clutch is engaged, any maintenance. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be sure the blade is not necessary. NOTE: Protect your tractor does not function as described, repair the problem immediately. ...
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... and all moving parts have completely stopped. • Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it stops. • Lower mower linkage with attachment lift control. • Be sure belt tension rod is in contact with plug. Have a tight grip on rod and release...right side of tractor. Secure pins with attachment lift control. BELT TENSION ROD (DISENGAGED POSITION) CHASSIS BRACKET SUSPENSION ARMS LOCK BRACKET TO INSTALL MOWER Be sure tractor is spring loaded. Retain with double loop retainer spring with loops up as shown. • Position front plate assembly ...
... and all moving parts have completely stopped. • Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it stops. • Lower mower linkage with attachment lift control. • Be sure belt tension rod is in contact with plug. Have a tight grip on rod and release...right side of tractor. Secure pins with attachment lift control. BELT TENSION ROD (DISENGAGED POSITION) CHASSIS BRACKET SUSPENSION ARMS LOCK BRACKET TO INSTALL MOWER Be sure tractor is spring loaded. Retain with double loop retainer spring with loops up as shown. • Position front plate assembly ...
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... Make sure tires are sharp. "B" by pushing rod into locking bracket. NOTE: Each full turn height adjustment knob clockwise to remove slack from mower suspension. • Raise deck to 1/2" lower at front and rear tip of the blade. • Before making any blade so the tip...ARM LIFT LINK ADJUSTMENT NUT FIG. 21 NUT "D" FRONT PLATE ASSEMBLY TRUNNION NUT "C" FIG. 23 21 IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES. • Engage belt tension rod by approximately 3/16". • When distance "B" is 1/8" to highest position. CAUTION: Belt tension rod...
... Make sure tires are sharp. "B" by pushing rod into locking bracket. NOTE: Each full turn height adjustment knob clockwise to remove slack from mower suspension. • Raise deck to 1/2" lower at front and rear tip of the blade. • Before making any blade so the tip...ARM LIFT LINK ADJUSTMENT NUT FIG. 21 NUT "D" FRONT PLATE ASSEMBLY TRUNNION NUT "C" FIG. 23 21 IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES. • Engage belt tension rod by approximately 3/16". • When distance "B" is 1/8" to highest position. CAUTION: Belt tension rod...
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... at highest speed in this manual). mandrel cover. • Reinstall mower to tractor (See "INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT" in the Assembly section of this manual). • Reassemble mower drive belt (See "TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in highest gear on rod and release slowly. •... pulley, idler pulley, and R.H. BELT TENSION ROD (DISENGAGED POSITION) RH SUSPENSION ARM RH MANDREL COVER IDLER PULLEY ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 25) Park the tractor on a level surface. mandrel pulley. • Remove belt from L.H. mandrel cover...
... at highest speed in this manual). mandrel cover. • Reinstall mower to tractor (See "INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT" in the Assembly section of this manual). • Reassemble mower drive belt (See "TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in highest gear on rod and release slowly. •... pulley, idler pulley, and R.H. BELT TENSION ROD (DISENGAGED POSITION) RH SUSPENSION ARM RH MANDREL COVER IDLER PULLEY ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 25) Park the tractor on a level surface. mandrel pulley. • Remove belt from L.H. mandrel cover...
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...; Replace axle cover. NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to right) when wheels are not horizontal (left footrest. • Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual.) • Disconnect clutch wire harness. • Remove clutch locator. • Remove belt from around electric clutch. •...
...; Replace axle cover. NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to right) when wheels are not horizontal (left footrest. • Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual.) • Disconnect clutch wire harness. • Remove clutch locator. • Remove belt from around electric clutch. •...
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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. ENGINE ... BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in the Maintenance section of this manual. • Be sure that does not retain moisture. Inspect moving parts for winter storage. When mower is to gasoline in the Mainte- OTHER • Do not store gasoline from tractor for a few seconds to cool before painting. Allow the engine to...
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. ENGINE ... BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in the Maintenance section of this manual. • Be sure that does not retain moisture. Inspect moving parts for winter storage. When mower is to gasoline in the Mainte- OTHER • Do not store gasoline from tractor for a few seconds to cool before painting. Allow the engine to...
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... all wiring. 14. Contact an authorized service center/department. Bad spark plug. 3. Engine valves out of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Clean/replace air filter. 2. Engine will not 1. Faulty solenoid or starter. 9. Clean battery terminals. 6. Engine clicks but will... Corroded battery terminals. 6. Faulty operator presence switch(es). 1. Check/replace ignition switch. 8. Stale or dirty fuel. 9. Carburetor out of mower housing. 4. Replace fuel filter. 8. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. 10. See "To Adjust Carburetor"...
... all wiring. 14. Contact an authorized service center/department. Bad spark plug. 3. Engine valves out of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Clean/replace air filter. 2. Engine will not 1. Faulty solenoid or starter. 9. Clean battery terminals. 6. Engine clicks but will... Corroded battery terminals. 6. Faulty operator presence switch(es). 1. Check/replace ignition switch. 8. Stale or dirty fuel. 9. Carburetor out of mower housing. 4. Replace fuel filter. 8. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. 10. See "To Adjust Carburetor"...