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...children will remain where you may fall off engine and wait for small children. • Never carry children, even with the blades shut off blades, set parking brake, stop before starting when setting up which can lose traction with the instructions, to occur. SAFETY RULES ...WARNING: In order to cool before operating. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that operators, age 60 years and above, are recommended by the blades. • Ensure the area is dangerous. Carefully read and follow all of your tractor. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow...
...children will remain where you may fall off engine and wait for small children. • Never carry children, even with the blades shut off blades, set parking brake, stop before starting when setting up which can lose traction with the instructions, to occur. SAFETY RULES ...WARNING: In order to cool before operating. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that operators, age 60 years and above, are recommended by the blades. • Ensure the area is dangerous. Carefully read and follow all of your tractor. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow...
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... Tires may cause loss of traction and loss of control. • Travel slowly and allow children or others in gear when going uphill, disengage blades, shift into reverse and back down slopes, not across. • Watch for towing. Do not make any fuel-soaked debris. TOWING •... and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are sharp. If the tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down slopes. • Do not shift to stop . Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extreme care in severe injury or death....
... Tires may cause loss of traction and loss of control. • Travel slowly and allow children or others in gear when going uphill, disengage blades, shift into reverse and back down slopes, not across. • Watch for towing. Do not make any fuel-soaked debris. TOWING •... and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are sharp. If the tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down slopes. • Do not shift to stop . Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extreme care in severe injury or death....
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... you the best possible dependability and performance. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity and type: Oil Type: (API: SG-SL) Oil Capacity: Spark Plug: Charging System: Battery: Blade Bolt Torque: 4 Gallons/15,14 L Regular Unleaded SAE 10W30 (above is required by the operator. Should you experience any ). TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES 2-3 PRODUCT...
... you the best possible dependability and performance. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity and type: Oil Type: (API: SG-SL) Oil Capacity: Spark Plug: Charging System: Battery: Blade Bolt Torque: 4 Gallons/15,14 L Regular Unleaded SAE 10W30 (above is required by the operator. Should you experience any ). TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES 2-3 PRODUCT...
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...in safe operating condition. ✓ Ensure Operator Presence System and Reverse Operation System (ROS) are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in flated for the first time. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly... LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION Follow procedure described in "TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT " in the Operation section of this manual.) ✓ It is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. ✓ All tires are...
...in safe operating condition. ✓ Ensure Operator Presence System and Reverse Operation System (ROS) are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in flated for the first time. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly... LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION Follow procedure described in "TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT " in the Operation section of this manual.) ✓ It is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. ✓ All tires are...
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... of tractor. (E) ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH - Indicates charging (+) or discharging (-) of mower or other powered attachment while in reverse. (M) FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Used to engage the mower blades or other attachments mounted to your tractor. (B) BRAKE PEDAL - Allows operation of battery. 11 Used for starting a cold engine. (P) HOURMETER - Locks clutch/brake pedal into...
... of tractor. (E) ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH - Indicates charging (+) or discharging (-) of mower or other powered attachment while in reverse. (M) FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Used to engage the mower blades or other attachments mounted to your tractor. (B) BRAKE PEDAL - Allows operation of battery. 11 Used for starting a cold engine. (P) HOURMETER - Locks clutch/brake pedal into...
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...operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will hold , release pres- To eliminate this possibility, always stop mower blades, place attachment clutch control in foreign objects thrown into full "BRAKE" position. ENGINE - • Move throttle control (D) between half and full...the choke to disengage. sure from brake pedal (B), then release parking brake lever. Fig. 17 STOPPING (See Fig. 18) MOWER BLADES • To stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or ...
...operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will hold , release pres- To eliminate this possibility, always stop mower blades, place attachment clutch control in foreign objects thrown into full "BRAKE" position. ENGINE - • Move throttle control (D) between half and full...the choke to disengage. sure from brake pedal (B), then release parking brake lever. Fig. 17 STOPPING (See Fig. 18) MOWER BLADES • To stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or ...
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...;at the desired cutting height in desired height of grass being mowed. • The average lawn should be mowed twice. TO STOP MOWER BLADES Disengage attachment clutch control. CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the de...tractor on forward drive pedal. Make the first cut . (See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT".) • Start mower blades by the operator to the blade tip with an operator presence sensing switch. You must remain fully and centrally positioned in same adjustment hole. 9/16" 3/4" TO ADJUST...
...;at the desired cutting height in desired height of grass being mowed. • The average lawn should be mowed twice. TO STOP MOWER BLADES Disengage attachment clutch control. CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the de...tractor on forward drive pedal. Make the first cut . (See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT".) • Start mower blades by the operator to the blade tip with an operator presence sensing switch. You must remain fully and centrally positioned in same adjustment hole. 9/16" 3/4" TO ADJUST...
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...MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure T Check Operator Presence and ROS Systems R Check for Loose Fasteners A Check/Replace Mower Blades C Lubrication Chart T Check Battery Level O Clean Battery and Terminals R Clean Debris off Steering Plate Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness Check... and help your tractor. IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY, POWDERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY. 17 Replace blades more often when operating under a heavy load or in sandy soil. 4 - To receive full value from the warranty, operator must...
...MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure T Check Operator Presence and ROS Systems R Check for Loose Fasteners A Check/Replace Mower Blades C Lubrication Chart T Check Battery Level O Clean Battery and Terminals R Clean Debris off Steering Plate Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness Check... and help your tractor. IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY, POWDERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY. 17 Replace blades more often when operating under a heavy load or in sandy soil. 4 - To receive full value from the warranty, operator must...
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... not function as described, repair the problem immediately. • The engine should NOT shut off the engine. • The attachment clutch should be sure fan blades are intact and clean. • Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clippings and other hazards that may be checked and adjusted. (See "TO CHECK...
... not function as described, repair the problem immediately. • The engine should NOT shut off the engine. • The attachment clutch should be sure fan blades are intact and clean. • Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clippings and other hazards that may be checked and adjusted. (See "TO CHECK...
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...standoffs. • Push pivot closed until secured by magnets to swing free from hinge and set aside. (See Fig. 29.) CAP TABS HINGE TO INSTALL BLADE • Clean area under top plate, the bottom of your warranty. Press cap firmly into place, ensuring both tabs lock into cap. (See ...by the manufacturer of the mandrel assembly, and around bosses thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris. • Align bosses and insert blade. (See Fig. 32.) NOTE: Magnets should hold blade in place by the thumb lock. (See Fig. 33.) THUMB LOCK Fig. 29 • Slide thumb lock and release pivot ...
...standoffs. • Push pivot closed until secured by magnets to swing free from hinge and set aside. (See Fig. 29.) CAP TABS HINGE TO INSTALL BLADE • Clean area under top plate, the bottom of your warranty. Press cap firmly into place, ensuring both tabs lock into cap. (See ...by the manufacturer of the mandrel assembly, and around bosses thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris. • Align bosses and insert blade. (See Fig. 32.) NOTE: Magnets should hold blade in place by the thumb lock. (See Fig. 33.) THUMB LOCK Fig. 29 • Slide thumb lock and release pivot ...
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... using a garden hose or pressure washer to help dry before putting the tractor away. of all gasoline, oil, etc. • Protect painted surfaces with the blade. • Replace broken or missing washout fitting immediately, prior to reach. CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL CLEAN TOP SIDE STEERING PLATE STEERING SYSTEM, DASH, FENDER AND...
... using a garden hose or pressure washer to help dry before putting the tractor away. of all gasoline, oil, etc. • Protect painted surfaces with the blade. • Replace broken or missing washout fitting immediately, prior to reach. CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL CLEAN TOP SIDE STEERING PLATE STEERING SYSTEM, DASH, FENDER AND...
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...; Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have accumulated around idler pulleys (V) as it cannot come in "DISENGAGED" position. • Lower attachment lift to ... • Disengage belt tension rod (K) from lock bracket (L). sion arm (A) from chassis and rear lift link (C) from mower - L B F M E H K A TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 42) MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL • Park tractor on locking bracket (L). P L K Q M R P Q C DSC D Fig. 41 R V 22 R...
...; Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have accumulated around idler pulleys (V) as it cannot come in "DISENGAGED" position. • Lower attachment lift to ... • Disengage belt tension rod (K) from lock bracket (L). sion arm (A) from chassis and rear lift link (C) from mower - L B F M E H K A TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 42) MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL • Park tractor on locking bracket (L). P L K Q M R P Q C DSC D Fig. 41 R V 22 R...
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...B. • With a 3/4" or adjustable wrench, turn front link adjustment nut (B) clockwise (tighten) to raise the front of blade to the ground. B A CAUTION: Blades are over or under inflated, it may affect the appearance of the adjustment nut will change mower height about 3/16". ...; If adjustment is necessary, see steps in Visual Adjustment instructions above. • Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until front tip of blade is in its highest position. • At both sides. Protect your adjustment by mowing some uncut grass and visually checking the appearance....
...B. • With a 3/4" or adjustable wrench, turn front link adjustment nut (B) clockwise (tighten) to raise the front of blade to the ground. B A CAUTION: Blades are over or under inflated, it may affect the appearance of the adjustment nut will change mower height about 3/16". ...; If adjustment is necessary, see steps in Visual Adjustment instructions above. • Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until front tip of blade is in its highest position. • At both sides. Protect your adjustment by mowing some uncut grass and visually checking the appearance....
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... keepers. 2. Park tractor on right side of tractor. Disengage transmission by : 1. If the rear wheels rotate, then the brake needs to front, over cooling fan blades (F). 7. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. F Fig. 47 24 Disconnect clutch wire harness (A). 3. Removebeltfromstationaryidler(C)andclutchingidler(D). 5. Remove belt downward from transmission input pulley...
... keepers. 2. Park tractor on right side of tractor. Disengage transmission by : 1. If the rear wheels rotate, then the brake needs to front, over cooling fan blades (F). 7. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. F Fig. 47 24 Disconnect clutch wire harness (A). 3. Removebeltfromstationaryidler(C)andclutchingidler(D). 5. Remove belt downward from transmission input pulley...
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... much grass/too fast. 1. Build-up of adjustment. Dirty air filter. 4. Loose or damaged wiring. 13. Bent blade mandrel. 3. Tighten blade bolt. 2. Bad spark plug. 5. Replace fuel filter. 7. Replace fuel filter. 5. Empty fuel tank and ...(es). 1. Weak or dead battery. 2. Clean battery terminals. 3. Dirty fuel filter. 7. Engine valves out of power 1. Replace blade. Check all wiring. 7. Dirty fuel filter. 5. Contact an authorized service center/department. Attachment clutch is engaged. 3. Blown fuse. ...
... much grass/too fast. 1. Build-up of adjustment. Dirty air filter. 4. Loose or damaged wiring. 13. Bent blade mandrel. 3. Tighten blade bolt. 2. Bad spark plug. 5. Replace fuel filter. 7. Replace fuel filter. 5. Empty fuel tank and ...(es). 1. Weak or dead battery. 2. Clean battery terminals. 3. Dirty fuel filter. 7. Engine valves out of power 1. Replace blade. Check all wiring. 7. Dirty fuel filter. 5. Contact an authorized service center/department. Attachment clutch is engaged. 3. Blown fuse. ...
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... engaged. Buildup of mower housing. 8. Clean around mandrels. 1. Remove obstruction. 2. Replace idler pulley. 4. Replace blade mandrel. Tighten blade bolt. 7. Replace mower drive belt. 9. Clean around mandrels. 1. Faulty regulator (if so equipped). 4. Place freewheel...all connections. 3. Motion drive belt worn, damaged, or broken. 4. Switch is "OFF". 2. Check wiring and connections. 5. Frozen blade mandrel. 1. Clean underside of grass, leaves, trash under mower. 7. Replace with attachment clutch engaged 1. Replace regulator. 4. Debris on ...
... engaged. Buildup of mower housing. 8. Clean around mandrels. 1. Remove obstruction. 2. Replace idler pulley. 4. Replace blade mandrel. Tighten blade bolt. 7. Replace mower drive belt. 9. Clean around mandrels. 1. Faulty regulator (if so equipped). 4. Place freewheel...all connections. 3. Motion drive belt worn, damaged, or broken. 4. Switch is "OFF". 2. Check wiring and connections. 5. Frozen blade mandrel. 1. Clean underside of grass, leaves, trash under mower. 7. Replace with attachment clutch engaged 1. Replace regulator. 4. Debris on ...