Owners Manual
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... turning. • Never leave a running machine unattended. Operate only at all parts to come to neutral and coast downhill. • Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on the machine and in the manual before starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it . • Mow up and down before cleaning the machine, removing the grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge chute. • Operate...
... turning. • Never leave a running machine unattended. Operate only at all parts to come to neutral and coast downhill. • Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on the machine and in the manual before starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it . • Mow up and down before cleaning the machine, removing the grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge chute. • Operate...
Owners Manual
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... with safe machine operation. SERVICE SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extra caution when servicing them . • Keep children out of the mowing area and in safe working condition. • Never tamper with the engine running . • Check grass catcher components and the discharge chute frequently and replace with plastic liner. Allow engine to cool before operating. Replace gas cap and tighten securely. They...
... with safe machine operation. SERVICE SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extra caution when servicing them . • Keep children out of the mowing area and in safe working condition. • Never tamper with the engine running . • Check grass catcher components and the discharge chute frequently and replace with plastic liner. Allow engine to cool before operating. Replace gas cap and tighten securely. They...
Owners Manual
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... 4 ASSEMBLY 5-6 OPERATION 7-13 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 14 MAINTENANCE 14-17 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 18-24 STORAGE 25 TROUBLESHOOTING 26-27 WARRANTY 28 4 It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to service or repair this tractor. Federal laws apply on or near any unimprovedforest-covered,brush-coveredorgrass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is used on federal lands. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity and type: Oil Type (API-SG-SL): Oil Capacity: Spark Plug: Ground Speed (MPH): Charging System: Battery: Blade Bolt Torque...
... 4 ASSEMBLY 5-6 OPERATION 7-13 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 14 MAINTENANCE 14-17 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 18-24 STORAGE 25 TROUBLESHOOTING 26-27 WARRANTY 28 4 It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to service or repair this tractor. Federal laws apply on or near any unimprovedforest-covered,brush-coveredorgrass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is used on federal lands. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity and type: Oil Type (API-SG-SL): Oil Capacity: Spark Plug: Ground Speed (MPH): Charging System: Battery: Blade Bolt Torque...
Owners Manual
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...; For battery and battery cable installation see "REPLACING BATTERY" in the "Service and Adjustments" section in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel). fortable position is mentioned in position. Fig. 1 5 Follow the instructions below to lock seat in this manual, it means when you to press clutch/brake pedal all four panels of this manual. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID TO CHECK BATTERY...
...; For battery and battery cable installation see "REPLACING BATTERY" in the "Service and Adjustments" section in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel). fortable position is mentioned in position. Fig. 1 5 Follow the instructions below to lock seat in this manual, it means when you to press clutch/brake pedal all four panels of this manual. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID TO CHECK BATTERY...
Owners Manual
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... drive belts. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly inflated for shipping purposes. Verify that the brake is in "transmission engaged" position (see that the belts are routed correctly. ensure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all connections are still secure and wires are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. ✓CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR...
... drive belts. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly inflated for shipping purposes. Verify that the brake is in "transmission engaged" position (see that the belts are routed correctly. ensure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all connections are still secure and wires are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. ✓CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR...
Owners Manual
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...; Pull parking brake lever (C) up and hold tractor securely. IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY POSITION OTHER THAN "STOP" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED (DEAD). CAUTION: Always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas. D F N ( ) ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH "DISENGAGED" ( ) ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH "ENGAGED" Fig. 5 GROUND DRIVE • To stop ground drive, depress brake pedal into the eyes, which can result in foreign objects thrown into full "BRAKE" position. Do not use the choke...
...; Pull parking brake lever (C) up and hold tractor securely. IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY POSITION OTHER THAN "STOP" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED (DEAD). CAUTION: Always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas. D F N ( ) ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH "DISENGAGED" ( ) ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH "ENGAGED" Fig. 5 GROUND DRIVE • To stop ground drive, depress brake pedal into the eyes, which can result in foreign objects thrown into full "BRAKE" position. Do not use the choke...
Owners Manual
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... the cutting height. Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole as trimming at the desired cutting height in desired height of cut position, gauge wheels should only be used while mowing or transporting on forward drive pedal. NOTE:Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. • Adjust mower to desired speed, pull cruise control lever (J) up or down hills. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on slopes, rough terrian or while trimmimg or turning...
... the cutting height. Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole as trimming at the desired cutting height in desired height of cut position, gauge wheels should only be used while mowing or transporting on forward drive pedal. NOTE:Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. • Adjust mower to desired speed, pull cruise control lever (J) up or down hills. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on slopes, rough terrian or while trimmimg or turning...
Owners Manual
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... OPERATING) TRANSMISSION DISENGAGED Fig. 12 NOTE: To protect hood from hesitating or cutting off the engine unless ignition key is placed in freewheeling position. OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor is equipped with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off when operating your equipment on rough, rolling terrain or hills. • Select desired height of cut (see the Maintenance section of this manual. To service engine and mower, see "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT") • Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control...
... OPERATING) TRANSMISSION DISENGAGED Fig. 12 NOTE: To protect hood from hesitating or cutting off the engine unless ignition key is placed in freewheeling position. OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor is equipped with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off when operating your equipment on rough, rolling terrain or hills. • Select desired height of cut (see the Maintenance section of this manual. To service engine and mower, see "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT") • Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control...
Owners Manual
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... after several minutes, depending on seat in operating position, depress brake pedal and set parking brake. • Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position. • Move throttle control to fast position • Pull choke control out for one minute for the first time or if the engine has run out of this manual). • To change oil for easier starting the engine for transmission to run until the engine begins to warm up and may...
... after several minutes, depending on seat in operating position, depress brake pedal and set parking brake. • Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position. • Move throttle control to fast position • Pull choke control out for one minute for the first time or if the engine has run out of this manual). • To change oil for easier starting the engine for transmission to run until the engine begins to warm up and may...
Owners Manual
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... transmission is running , move throttle control to dry before operating tractor for best mowing performance. Allow grass to half (1/2) speed. OPERATION PURGE TRANSMISSION CAUTION: Never engage or disengage freewheel lever while the engine is attached to slow position. Place tractor safely on a level surface - Have the cut area to the right so that clippings will result in the Service and Adjustments section of this section of mower should be movement of the drive wheels...
... transmission is running , move throttle control to dry before operating tractor for best mowing performance. Allow grass to half (1/2) speed. OPERATION PURGE TRANSMISSION CAUTION: Never engage or disengage freewheel lever while the engine is attached to slow position. Place tractor safely on a level surface - Have the cut area to the right so that clippings will result in the Service and Adjustments section of this section of mower should be movement of the drive wheels...
Owners Manual
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... replace air filter, and check blades and belts for wear. IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS. See Cleaning in high ambient temperatures. 2 - A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your tractor. IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY, POWDERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY. 14 Not required if equipped with oil filter) Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) E N Clean Air Filter G Clean Air...
... replace air filter, and check blades and belts for wear. IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS. See Cleaning in high ambient temperatures. 2 - A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your tractor. IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY, POWDERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY. 14 Not required if equipped with oil filter) Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) E N Clean Air Filter G Clean Air...
Owners Manual
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... reverse should shut off the engine. • When the engine is running with the ignition switch in the disengaged position. IMPORTANT: SPECIAL BLADE BOLT HEAT TREATED. NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is hazardous, could damage your tractor and void your local parts dealer. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING BATTERY" in the Service and Adjustments section of the battery with the ignition switch in the ROS "ON" position and the attachment clutch engaged...
... reverse should shut off the engine. • When the engine is running with the ignition switch in the disengaged position. IMPORTANT: SPECIAL BLADE BOLT HEAT TREATED. NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is hazardous, could damage your tractor and void your local parts dealer. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING BATTERY" in the Service and Adjustments section of the battery with the ignition switch in the ROS "ON" position and the attachment clutch engaged...
Owners Manual
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... cap/dipstick for checking level. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after each eight (8) hours of drain valve and install the drain tube onto the fitting. • Unlock drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise until the pin is in one year. TRANSAXLE MAINTENANCE The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept free of dirt and chaff to enter the engine when changing oil. • Remove...
... cap/dipstick for checking level. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after each eight (8) hours of drain valve and install the drain tube onto the fitting. • Unlock drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise until the pin is in one year. TRANSAXLE MAINTENANCE The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept free of dirt and chaff to enter the engine when changing oil. • Remove...
Owners Manual
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... fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to remove grass, leaves and trash from steering plate. of your house, garage, parked cars, etc. Water in mower with the cutting deck engaged until the deck is required. • With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections. • Place new fuel filter in position in the "DISENGAGED" position, set the parking brake, and stop the engine. 3. Use compressed air or a leaf blower to carburetor, replacement is cleaned. 8. Move the tractor's attachment clutch control to...
... fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to remove grass, leaves and trash from steering plate. of your house, garage, parked cars, etc. Water in mower with the cutting deck engaged until the deck is required. • With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections. • Place new fuel filter in position in the "DISENGAGED" position, set the parking brake, and stop the engine. 3. Use compressed air or a leaf blower to carburetor, replacement is cleaned. 8. Move the tractor's attachment clutch control to...
Owners Manual
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... ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. • Ensure the blades and all the way down and hold. • Pull parking brake lever up and hold tractor secure. sion arm (A) from chassis and rear lift link (C) from lock bracket (L). ensure parking brake will be spring loaded. BELT TENSION ROD L. TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 20) • Place attachment clutch in brake...
... ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. • Ensure the blades and all the way down and hold. • Pull parking brake lever up and hold tractor secure. sion arm (A) from chassis and rear lift link (C) from lock bracket (L). ensure parking brake will be spring loaded. BELT TENSION ROD L. TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 20) • Place attachment clutch in brake...
Owners Manual
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... the factory set at highest speed in or camber, contact a qualified service center. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES. Contact a qualified service center. Insert square key. • Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in rear wheel hub and axle. TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER • BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery. • RED cable last from fuel tank and battery. Do...
... the factory set at highest speed in or camber, contact a qualified service center. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES. Contact a qualified service center. Insert square key. • Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in rear wheel hub and axle. TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER • BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery. • RED cable last from fuel tank and battery. Do...
Owners Manual
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... gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer. ENGINE OIL Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Store in a clean, dry area. • Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual). • Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt replacement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). BATTERY • Fully charge...
... gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer. ENGINE OIL Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Store in a clean, dry area. • Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual). • Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt replacement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). BATTERY • Fully charge...
Owners Manual
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...See "To Adjust Carburetor" in "CHOKE" position. 2. Engine will not start CAUSE 1. Contact an authorized service center/department. Faulty solenoid or starter. 1. Check oil level/change spark plug. 7. Replace fuel filter. 8. Loose or damaged wiring. 13. Engine clicks but will not turn over 1. Clean/replace muffler. 13. TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Will not start 1. Weak or dead battery. 4. Replace spark plug. 3. Check all wiring. 7. Faulty operator presence switch(es). 1. Dirty air filter. 4. Water in fuel. 9. Replace damaged parts. 26
...See "To Adjust Carburetor" in "CHOKE" position. 2. Engine will not start CAUSE 1. Contact an authorized service center/department. Faulty solenoid or starter. 1. Check oil level/change spark plug. 7. Replace fuel filter. 8. Loose or damaged wiring. 13. Engine clicks but will not turn over 1. Clean/replace muffler. 13. TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Will not start 1. Weak or dead battery. 4. Replace spark plug. 3. Check all wiring. 7. Faulty operator presence switch(es). 1. Dirty air filter. 4. Water in fuel. 9. Replace damaged parts. 26
Owners Manual
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...will not rotate 1. Replace battery. 2. Purge transmission. 5. Engine throttle control not set between half and full speed (fast) position before stopping engine. 1. Reverse operation system (ROS) is not "ON" while mower or other attachment is "OFF". 2. If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ department. Mower deck not level. 3. Bent blade mandrel. 5. Replace mower drive belt. 3. Tighten blade bolt. 7. Switch is engaged. 1. Blown fuse. 1. Replace alternator. Freewheel control in the maintenance section. 3. Debris on steering plate (if...
...will not rotate 1. Replace battery. 2. Purge transmission. 5. Engine throttle control not set between half and full speed (fast) position before stopping engine. 1. Reverse operation system (ROS) is not "ON" while mower or other attachment is "OFF". 2. If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ department. Mower deck not level. 3. Bent blade mandrel. 5. Replace mower drive belt. 3. Tighten blade bolt. 7. Switch is engaged. 1. Blown fuse. 1. Replace alternator. Freewheel control in the maintenance section. 3. Debris on steering plate (if...
Parts Catalog
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... ARM, IDLER SCREW, THDROLL. 1/4-20 X 5/8 V-BELT, MOWER NUT, LOCK FLG. 3/8-16 UNC BOLT RDHD SQNK 3/8-16 UNC X 2 PULLEY IDLER 4.50 BAFFLE RIGHT BAFFLE LEFT BAFFLE CENTER WASHER HARDENED SPRING DRIVE BOLT RDHD SQNK 5/16-18 X 3/4 ROD TENSION RELIEF BOLT, SHOULDER GAUGE WHEEL WASHER 13/32 X 1-1/4 X 12 GA. BLADE BLADE BAGGING BLADE, 54" MULCHING ROD ANTI-SWAY SHAFT ASM. MODEL NO. 93605500 (96046002800), PRODUCT NO. 960 46 00-28 MOWER DECK ITEM MFG. W/LOWER BEARING HOUSING...
... ARM, IDLER SCREW, THDROLL. 1/4-20 X 5/8 V-BELT, MOWER NUT, LOCK FLG. 3/8-16 UNC BOLT RDHD SQNK 3/8-16 UNC X 2 PULLEY IDLER 4.50 BAFFLE RIGHT BAFFLE LEFT BAFFLE CENTER WASHER HARDENED SPRING DRIVE BOLT RDHD SQNK 5/16-18 X 3/4 ROD TENSION RELIEF BOLT, SHOULDER GAUGE WHEEL WASHER 13/32 X 1-1/4 X 12 GA. BLADE BLADE BAGGING BLADE, 54" MULCHING ROD ANTI-SWAY SHAFT ASM. MODEL NO. 93605500 (96046002800), PRODUCT NO. 960 46 00-28 MOWER DECK ITEM MFG. W/LOWER BEARING HOUSING...
