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...mow it cannot contact spark plug. Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to operate the machine. • Clear the area of the tractor. SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss.... • Do not mow on a slope. Keep clear of bystanders before storage. Always turn off engine and wait for Ride-On Mowers DANGER: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. WARNING Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain...
...mow it cannot contact spark plug. Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to operate the machine. • Clear the area of the tractor. SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss.... • Do not mow on a slope. Keep clear of bystanders before storage. Always turn off engine and wait for Ride-On Mowers DANGER: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. WARNING Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain...
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...of the fuel tank or container opening at the hitch point. • Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for weight limits for Ride-On Mowers III. IV. SERVICE SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in reverse unless absolutely necessary....necessary. • Be sure the area is in safe working condition. • Never tamper with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Do not use extra caution when servicing them . • Keep children out ...
...of the fuel tank or container opening at the hitch point. • Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for weight limits for Ride-On Mowers III. IV. SERVICE SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in reverse unless absolutely necessary....necessary. • Be sure the area is in safe working condition. • Never tamper with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Do not use extra caution when servicing them . • Keep children out ...
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...and pull seat towards rear of other people and objects. Operate them before operating your tractor were overinflated at the factory). ✓ Be sure mower deck is in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). • Roll tractor forward off the skid. Follow proper starting , read,... the skid. SLOT PAD TAPE CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF BELTS See the figures that the belts are shown for leveling). ✓ Check mower and drive belts. TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for shipping purposes. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ✓ All assembly...
...and pull seat towards rear of other people and objects. Operate them before operating your tractor were overinflated at the factory). ✓ Be sure mower deck is in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). • Roll tractor forward off the skid. Follow proper starting , read,... the skid. SLOT PAD TAPE CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF BELTS See the figures that the belts are shown for leveling). ✓ Check mower and drive belts. TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for shipping purposes. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ✓ All assembly...
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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 DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) FREE...
... 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 DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) FREE...
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.... REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) "ON" POSITION - Used to raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of mower deck or other attachments mounted to engage the mower blades, or other powered attachment while in reverse. OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS...
.... REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) "ON" POSITION - Used to raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of mower deck or other attachments mounted to engage the mower blades, or other powered attachment while in reverse. OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS...
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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. Slowly move motion control lever to "DISENGAGED" position. To eliminate this possibility, always stop tractor completely, as described above,... before stopping may cause "browning" of grass. Fig. 6 STOPPING (See Fig. 7) MOWER BLADES • To stop mower blades,move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position. NOTE: Failure to move attachment clutch lever to desired position....
... engine at less than full speed (fast) reduces the engine's operating efficiency. • Full speed (fast) offers the best mower performance. Slowly move motion control lever to "DISENGAGED" position. To eliminate this possibility, always stop tractor completely, as described above,... before stopping may cause "browning" of grass. Fig. 6 STOPPING (See Fig. 7) MOWER BLADES • To stop mower blades,move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position. NOTE: Failure to move attachment clutch lever to desired position....
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... side installing gauge wheel in same adjustment hole. ROS "ON" POSITION 02828 ENGINE "ON" POSITION (NORMAL OPERATING) Fig. 12 TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System (ROS). The heights are slightly off the ground. For healthier and better looking lawns, ...start movement. • When use if you are slightly off when operating your equipment on a flat level surface. • Adjust mower to the blade tip with the attachment engaged. Any attempt by engaging attachment clutch. WARNING: Backing up with the attachment clutch engaged, ...
... side installing gauge wheel in same adjustment hole. ROS "ON" POSITION 02828 ENGINE "ON" POSITION (NORMAL OPERATING) Fig. 12 TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System (ROS). The heights are slightly off the ground. For healthier and better looking lawns, ...start movement. • When use if you are slightly off when operating your equipment on a flat level surface. • Adjust mower to the blade tip with the attachment engaged. Any attempt by engaging attachment clutch. WARNING: Backing up with the attachment clutch engaged, ...
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...IT SHOULD BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATION BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR. 1. Make first cut area to slow position. This procedure will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in engaged position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the tractor seat,...speed. Your transmission is running , move motion control lever forward, after the transmission has been warmed up. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in this procedure with the motion control lever three (3) times. CAUTION: Never engage or disengage the freewheel lever while the...
...IT SHOULD BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATION BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR. 1. Make first cut area to slow position. This procedure will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in engaged position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the tractor seat,...speed. Your transmission is running , move motion control lever forward, after the transmission has been warmed up. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in this procedure with the motion control lever three (3) times. CAUTION: Never engage or disengage the freewheel lever while the...
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... EVERY SEASON BEFORE STORAGE Check Brake Operation T Check Tire Pressure R Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems A Check for Loose Fasteners C Check/Replace Mower Blades T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals Clean Debris Off Steering Plate Check Transaxle Cooling Check... Mower Levelness Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with maintenance-free battery. 5 - Change more often when operating under a heavy ...
... EVERY SEASON BEFORE STORAGE Check Brake Operation T Check Tire Pressure R Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems A Check for Loose Fasteners C Check/Replace Mower Blades T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals Clean Debris Off Steering Plate Check Transaxle Cooling Check... Mower Levelness Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with maintenance-free battery. 5 - Change more often when operating under a heavy ...
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...UP" facing deck and mandrel assembly. ROS "ON" POSITION 02828 ENGINE "ON" POSITION (NORMAL OPERATING) Fig. 16 BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS) SYSTEM • When the engine is running and the attachment clutch is engaged, any attempt...punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may cause tire damage. BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 17) • Raise mower to highest position to allow access to stop at 6-10 amperes for normal use. MAINTENANCE TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any attempt...
...UP" facing deck and mandrel assembly. ROS "ON" POSITION 02828 ENGINE "ON" POSITION (NORMAL OPERATING) Fig. 16 BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS) SYSTEM • When the engine is running and the attachment clutch is engaged, any attempt...punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may cause tire damage. BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 17) • Raise mower to highest position to allow access to stop at 6-10 amperes for normal use. MAINTENANCE TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any attempt...
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...are properly positioned. • Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline. CAUTION: Avoid all foreign matter. • Clean debris from tractor and mower. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each season. We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure washer to clean..., replacement is shown in fuel line with automotive type wax. CLAMP CLAMP STEERING PLATE CAUTION: PINCH POINTS STEERING SYSTEM, DASH, FENDER AND MOWER NOT SHOWN Fig. 22 • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of drive. MAINTENANCE ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM (See Fig. 20) Debris ...
...are properly positioned. • Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline. CAUTION: Avoid all foreign matter. • Clean debris from tractor and mower. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each season. We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure washer to clean..., replacement is shown in fuel line with automotive type wax. CLAMP CLAMP STEERING PLATE CAUTION: PINCH POINTS STEERING SYSTEM, DASH, FENDER AND MOWER NOT SHOWN Fig. 22 • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of drive. MAINTENANCE ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM (See Fig. 20) Debris ...
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...off and push housing guide (P) out of bracket. • Remove clutch cable spring (Q) from idler arm (R). • Disconnect front link (E) from mower - remove retainer spring and washer. • Go to "STOP" and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely...parking brake. • Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position. NOTE: Be sure mower side suspension arms (A) are pointing forward before sliding mower under tractor. • Slide mower under right side of tractor. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE ...
...off and push housing guide (P) out of bracket. • Remove clutch cable spring (Q) from idler arm (R). • Disconnect front link (E) from mower - remove retainer spring and washer. • Go to "STOP" and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely...parking brake. • Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position. NOTE: Be sure mower side suspension arms (A) are pointing forward before sliding mower under tractor. • Slide mower under right side of tractor. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE ...
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... housing guide (P) into hole in tractor front suspension bracket (F). F J H Fig. 26 • Hook end of mower and position slot in belt keepers (G). Position hole in arm over pin (D) on rear mower bracket and secure with washer and retainer spring. E A B Fig. 24 • ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS (C) -... tor. G M F G A E B P C K LD Fig. 28 19 Insert rod end of link assembly through front hole in front mower bracket and secure with retainer spring. • Repeat on outside of link (E) into bracket, slide collar (L) onto guide and secure with retainer spring (K). ...
... housing guide (P) into hole in tractor front suspension bracket (F). F J H Fig. 26 • Hook end of mower and position slot in belt keepers (G). Position hole in arm over pin (D) on rear mower bracket and secure with washer and retainer spring. E A B Fig. 24 • ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS (C) -... tor. G M F G A E B P C K LD Fig. 28 19 Insert rod end of link assembly through front hole in front mower bracket and secure with retainer spring. • Repeat on outside of link (E) into bracket, slide collar (L) onto guide and secure with retainer spring (K). ...
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...nut (B) clockwise (tighten) to 1/2" lower than the rear tip, go to clear adjustment nut B. • With a 3/4" or adjustable wrench, turn of mower, or, counterclockwise (loosen) to the ground at side and measure the distance (A) from bottom edge of the blade. A • If adjustment is cutting lower... Visual Adjustment instructions above. • Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until you to -side. To obtain the best cutting results, the mower blades should be the same on level ground or driveway. FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 31 & 32) IMPORTANT: Deck must be...
...nut (B) clockwise (tighten) to 1/2" lower than the rear tip, go to clear adjustment nut B. • With a 3/4" or adjustable wrench, turn of mower, or, counterclockwise (loosen) to the ground at side and measure the distance (A) from bottom edge of the blade. A • If adjustment is cutting lower... Visual Adjustment instructions above. • Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until you to -side. To obtain the best cutting results, the mower blades should be the same on level ground or driveway. FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 31 & 32) IMPORTANT: Deck must be...
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... of tractor and roll belt onto engine pulley (E). • Pull belt toward rear of all belt guides and keepers. • Install mower (See "TO INSTALL MOWER" section in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides and keepers. • Remove belt from stationary idler (A) and clutching idler (B)....out and into the slot and release so it is in this manual). Contact a qualified service center. BELT REMOVAL • Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" section in this section of left footrest. You may be serviced. Engage parking brake. Park the tractor on a level, dry ...
... of tractor and roll belt onto engine pulley (E). • Pull belt toward rear of all belt guides and keepers. • Install mower (See "TO INSTALL MOWER" section in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides and keepers. • Remove belt from stationary idler (A) and clutching idler (B)....out and into the slot and release so it is in this manual). Contact a qualified service center. BELT REMOVAL • Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" section in this section of left footrest. You may be serviced. Engage parking brake. Park the tractor on a level, dry ...
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..., repeat above adjustment is made, if the tractor still creeps forward or backward while motion control lever is needed to get to adjustment bolt, move mower deck height to good chassis ground, away from batteries. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 35) The motion control lever...
..., repeat above adjustment is made, if the tractor still creeps forward or backward while motion control lever is needed to get to adjustment bolt, move mower deck height to good chassis ground, away from batteries. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 35) The motion control lever...
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... dust and dirt. • Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; When mower is removed from one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into cylinder(s). • Turn ignition key to "START" position for a few seconds to distribute ...
... dust and dirt. • Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; When mower is removed from one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into cylinder(s). • Turn ignition key to "START" position for a few seconds to distribute ...
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...center/department. Loose/damaged part(s). 1. Tighten loose part(s). Bad spark plug. 5. Engine valves out of grass, leaves, trash under mower. 3. Check all wiring. 7. Hard to start 1. Dirty air filter. 2. Recharge or replace battery. 4. Contact an authorized service...Corroded battery terminals. 3. Spark plug wire loose. 10. Check/replace solenoid or starter. TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Will not start 1. Out of mower housing. 4. See "TO START ENGINE" in Service Adjustments section. 10. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Operation section. 3. Blown...
...center/department. Loose/damaged part(s). 1. Tighten loose part(s). Bad spark plug. 5. Engine valves out of grass, leaves, trash under mower. 3. Check all wiring. 7. Hard to start 1. Dirty air filter. 2. Recharge or replace battery. 4. Contact an authorized service...Corroded battery terminals. 3. Spark plug wire loose. 10. Check/replace solenoid or starter. TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Will not start 1. Out of mower housing. 4. See "TO START ENGINE" in Service Adjustments section. 10. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Operation section. 3. Blown...
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...to open vent holes. 1. Poor cut - Replace blade mandrel. 5. Replace blade mandrel. Wet grass. 3. Replace blade. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels to run when operator leaves seat with blades listed in... the Service and Adjustments section. Turn switch "ON". 2. Faulty alternator. 1. Replace regulator. 4. CORRECTION 1. Buildup of mower housing. 8. Reinstall blades sharp edge down. 10. Switch is shifted into reverse 1. Check/clean all connections. 3. Axle key missing. 1. ...
...to open vent holes. 1. Poor cut - Replace blade mandrel. 5. Replace blade mandrel. Wet grass. 3. Replace blade. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels to run when operator leaves seat with blades listed in... the Service and Adjustments section. Turn switch "ON". 2. Faulty alternator. 1. Replace regulator. 4. CORRECTION 1. Buildup of mower housing. 8. Reinstall blades sharp edge down. 10. Switch is shifted into reverse 1. Check/clean all connections. 3. Axle key missing. 1. ...