Operation Manual
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... mowing area and in the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator. • Be alert and turn off blades, set parking brake, stop before cleaning the machine, removing the grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge chute. • Operate machine only in the manual before starting when setting up which can lose traction with the blades shut off and be seriously injured or interfere with the instructions...
... mowing area and in the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator. • Be alert and turn off blades, set parking brake, stop before cleaning the machine, removing the grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge chute. • Operate machine only in the manual before starting when setting up which can lose traction with the blades shut off and be seriously injured or interfere with the instructions...
Operation Manual
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..., and other sources of ignition. • Use only approved gasoline container. • Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running . • Check grass catcher components and the discharge chute frequently and replace with a machine that does not function properly. • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other appliances. • Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on clothing, change clothing immediately. • Never...
..., and other sources of ignition. • Use only approved gasoline container. • Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running . • Check grass catcher components and the discharge chute frequently and replace with a machine that does not function properly. • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other appliances. • Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on clothing, change clothing immediately. • Never...
Operation Manual
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... *Brush Guard Kit ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of this manual, it means when you to press clutch/brake pedal all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from accidental grounding. Battery location will make assembly easier. Keys UNASSEMBLED PARTS Slope Sheet Battery Key(s) (1) Oil Drain Tube (1) Quick Connect (2) Hex Bolts (2) Nut Keps *Installed by allowing a wrench or any additional loose parts or cartons and remove. Standard wrench sizes are...
... *Brush Guard Kit ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of this manual, it means when you to press clutch/brake pedal all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from accidental grounding. Battery location will make assembly easier. Keys UNASSEMBLED PARTS Slope Sheet Battery Key(s) (1) Oil Drain Tube (1) Quick Connect (2) Hex Bolts (2) Nut Keps *Installed by allowing a wrench or any additional loose parts or cartons and remove. Standard wrench sizes are...
Operation Manual
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... wires are shown for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to see that are properly clamped. ✓ Before driving tractor, ensure freewheel control is in "TRANSMISSION ENGAGED" position. (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Operate them before operating your tractor for leveling.) ✓ Check mower and drive belts. Continue using the instructions that follow to -rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly leveled. WARNING: Before starting and transmission purging instructions...
... wires are shown for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to see that are properly clamped. ✓ Before driving tractor, ensure freewheel control is in "TRANSMISSION ENGAGED" position. (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Operate them before operating your tractor for leveling.) ✓ Check mower and drive belts. Continue using the instructions that follow to -rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly leveled. WARNING: Before starting and transmission purging instructions...
Operation Manual
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... when tractor is running , hot engine exhaust gases may cause engine to "backfire". • Turn ignition key (F) to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will hold , release pres- Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use. • Never use to disengage. D N F Fig. 6 ( ) ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER "DISENGAGED" ( ) ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER "ENGAGED" Fig. 5 GROUND DRIVE - • To stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas. Make sure parking brake will shut off the engine. • Depress brake...
... when tractor is running , hot engine exhaust gases may cause engine to "backfire". • Turn ignition key (F) to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will hold , release pres- Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use. • Never use to disengage. D N F Fig. 6 ( ) ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER "DISENGAGED" ( ) ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER "ENGAGED" Fig. 5 GROUND DRIVE - • To stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas. Make sure parking brake will shut off the engine. • Depress brake...
Operation Manual
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... the seat to prevent the engine from the ground to over 6" (152,4 mm) in operating position. TO STOP MOWER BLADES Disengage attachment clutch control. A Fig. 8 • Put attachment lift lever in desired height of the attachment lift lever (A) determines the cutting height. Fig. 9 TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor is at slow speeds may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of cut position, gauge wheels should be used while mowing or transporting on mowers so...
... the seat to prevent the engine from the ground to over 6" (152,4 mm) in operating position. TO STOP MOWER BLADES Disengage attachment clutch control. A Fig. 8 • Put attachment lift lever in desired height of the attachment lift lever (A) determines the cutting height. Fig. 9 TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor is at slow speeds may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of cut position, gauge wheels should be used while mowing or transporting on mowers so...
Operation Manual
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... total number of this manual. 11 To service engine and mower, see the Maintenance section of hours the engine has run. TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS Tow only the attachments that are certain no longer needed, turn ignition key counterclockwise to ROS "ON" position. • Look down hills with slopes greater than two (2) mph (3,2 km/h). • To reengage transmission, reverse above procedure. USING THE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM Only use of...
... total number of this manual. 11 To service engine and mower, see the Maintenance section of hours the engine has run. TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS Tow only the attachments that are certain no longer needed, turn ignition key counterclockwise to ROS "ON" position. • Look down hills with slopes greater than two (2) mph (3,2 km/h). • To reengage transmission, reverse above procedure. USING THE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM Only use of...
Operation Manual
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... "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the Maintenance section of 30 days or longer. COLD WEATHER STARTING (50°F/10°C and below . • Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to "START" position and release key as soon as follows: • Be sure the tractor is on seat in operating position, depress brake pedal and set parking brake. • Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position. • Move throttle control to the engine...
... "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the Maintenance section of 30 days or longer. COLD WEATHER STARTING (50°F/10°C and below . • Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to "START" position and release key as soon as follows: • Be sure the tractor is on seat in operating position, depress brake pedal and set parking brake. • Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position. • Move throttle control to the engine...
Operation Manual
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... engine is running, move throttle control to slow position. After one or two rounds, mow in the tractor seat, start by placing freewheel control in engaged position. (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the tractor seat, start engine. Allow grass to dry before operating tractor for five (5) seconds and release pedal. IMPORTANT: SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION REQUIRE REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT, IT SHOULD BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATION BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR. 1. with engine off engine and set...
... engine is running, move throttle control to slow position. After one or two rounds, mow in the tractor seat, start by placing freewheel control in engaged position. (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the tractor seat, start engine. Allow grass to dry before operating tractor for five (5) seconds and release pedal. IMPORTANT: SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION REQUIRE REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT, IT SHOULD BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATION BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR. 1. with engine off engine and set...
Operation Manual
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...ensure proper air-fuel mixture and help your tractor. Replace blades more often when operating under a heavy load or in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • At least once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts 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 V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (models with maintenance-free battery...
...ensure proper air-fuel mixture and help your tractor. Replace blades more often when operating under a heavy load or in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • At least once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts 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 V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (models with maintenance-free battery...
Operation Manual
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... remove battery from wear. CHECK OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM • When the engine is running, any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than five (5) feet (1,5 m) to leave the seat should shut off the engine. • The attachment clutch should NOT shut off the engine. • When the engine is running with grease or petroleum jelly. • Reinstall battery. (See "REPLACING BATTERY" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.) TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure...
... remove battery from wear. CHECK OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM • When the engine is running, any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than five (5) feet (1,5 m) to leave the seat should shut off the engine. • The attachment clutch should NOT shut off the engine. • When the engine is running with grease or petroleum jelly. • Reinstall battery. (See "REPLACING BATTERY" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.) TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure...
Operation Manual
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.... NOTE: If needed, remove lower dash covers using a dirty air filter. CLEAN AIR SCREEN The air screen is in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. 17 Spark plug type and gap setting are not broken. • Slide lower dash cover up to ensure cover tabs are shown in the locked position as necessary. All oil must be kept free of operation, whichever occurs first. ENGINE OIL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter...
.... NOTE: If needed, remove lower dash covers using a dirty air filter. CLEAN AIR SCREEN The air screen is in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. 17 Spark plug type and gap setting are not broken. • Slide lower dash cover up to ensure cover tabs are shown in the locked position as necessary. All oil must be kept free of operation, whichever occurs first. ENGINE OIL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter...
Operation Manual
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... operator's position with bolts and locknuts. 18 Move the tractor's attachment clutch control to the "DISENGAGED" position. Turn the ignition key to the STOP position to carburetor, replacement is required. • With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections. • Place new fuel filter in position in mower with the cutting deck engaged until the deck is in engine or transmission will shorten the useful life of your garden hose. 4. CAUTION: Avoid all gasoline, oil...
... operator's position with bolts and locknuts. 18 Move the tractor's attachment clutch control to the "DISENGAGED" position. Turn the ignition key to the STOP position to carburetor, replacement is required. • With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections. • Place new fuel filter in position in mower with the cutting deck engaged until the deck is in engine or transmission will shorten the useful life of your garden hose. 4. CAUTION: Avoid all gasoline, oil...
Operation Manual
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... tractor. REAR LIFT LINK(S) D. ENGINE CLUTCH PULLEY Q. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING 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. TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 27) • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Lower attachment...
... tractor. REAR LIFT LINK(S) D. ENGINE CLUTCH PULLEY Q. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING 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. TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 27) • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Lower attachment...
Operation Manual
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...) • With all tires properly in flated, park tractor on level ground or driveway. Protect your lawn appears unevenly cut, determine which side of mower you to the PSI shown on both sides of mower, position blade at front and rear tip of your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade with wrench and tighten jam nut securely against adjustment nut. 22 NOTE...
...) • With all tires properly in flated, park tractor on level ground or driveway. Protect your lawn appears unevenly cut, determine which side of mower you to the PSI shown on both sides of mower, position blade at front and rear tip of your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade with wrench and tighten jam nut securely against adjustment nut. 22 NOTE...
Operation Manual
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... shaft (J). 2. Pull belt toward rear of left footrest. Installbeltthroughstationaryidler(C)andclutchingidler(D). 6. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 44) MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL • Park tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. • Lower attachment lift to front, over cooling fan blades (F). 7. CAUTION: Belt tension rod is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of tractor, off the steering plate (H) and remove from tractor. BELT REMOVAL 1. Carefully work belt down around electric clutch and onto engine pulley...
... shaft (J). 2. Pull belt toward rear of left footrest. Installbeltthroughstationaryidler(C)andclutchingidler(D). 6. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 44) MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL • Park tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. • Lower attachment lift to front, over cooling fan blades (F). 7. CAUTION: Belt tension rod is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of tractor, off the steering plate (H) and remove from tractor. BELT REMOVAL 1. Carefully work belt down around electric clutch and onto engine pulley...
Operation Manual
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... to start the engine, it is set front wheel toe-in or camber, contact a qualified service center. If your local parts dealer. Disengage transmission by : 1. If the rear wheels rotate, then the brake needs to be recharged. (See "BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE section of the BLACK cable (D) to good chassis ground, away from your battery is normal. If "jumper cables" are not adjustable. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO CHECK BRAKE If tractor...
... to start the engine, it is set front wheel toe-in or camber, contact a qualified service center. If your local parts dealer. Disengage transmission by : 1. If the rear wheels rotate, then the brake needs to be recharged. (See "BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE section of the BLACK cable (D) to good chassis ground, away from your battery is normal. If "jumper cables" are not adjustable. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO CHECK BRAKE If tractor...
Operation Manual
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... carburetor if using fuel stabilizer. ENGINE OIL Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Maintenance section of this manual.) • After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place cables where they cannot come in fuel tank or storage container. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems. • If possible, store your tractor indoors and cover it to distribute oil. • Replace with battery indicator/charging plug...
... carburetor if using fuel stabilizer. ENGINE OIL Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Maintenance section of this manual.) • After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place cables where they cannot come in fuel tank or storage container. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems. • If possible, store your tractor indoors and cover it to distribute oil. • Replace with battery indicator/charging plug...
Operation Manual
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... ignition switch. 8. Faulty solenoid or starter. 1. Adjust throttle control. 3. Loose or damaged wiring. 13. Replace damaged parts. 27 Engine flooded. 4. Dirty fuel filter. 7. Engine valves out of grass, leaves, trash under mower. 3. Weak or dead battery. 4. Dirty fuel filter. 5. Loose or damaged wiring. 7. Recharge or replace battery. 4. Disengage attachment clutch. 3. Replace fuse. 5. Check/replace solenoid or starter. 9. Engine clicks but will not turn over 1. Clean battery terminals. 3. Cutting too much grass/too fast. 1. Dirty air...
... ignition switch. 8. Faulty solenoid or starter. 1. Adjust throttle control. 3. Loose or damaged wiring. 13. Replace damaged parts. 27 Engine flooded. 4. Dirty fuel filter. 7. Engine valves out of grass, leaves, trash under mower. 3. Weak or dead battery. 4. Dirty fuel filter. 5. Loose or damaged wiring. 7. Recharge or replace battery. 4. Disengage attachment clutch. 3. Replace fuse. 5. Check/replace solenoid or starter. 9. Engine clicks but will not turn over 1. Clean battery terminals. 3. Cutting too much grass/too fast. 1. Dirty air...
Operation Manual
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... tire air pressure. 5. Buildup of mower housing. 8. Replace mower drive belt. 9. Improper blades used. 10. Replace with attachment clutch engaged 1. Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned out. 3. Replace fuse. Poor cable connections. 3. Freewheel control in "engaged" position. 2. Engine throttle control not set between half and full speed (fast) position before stopping engine. Engine dies when tractor is engaged. See while mower or other attachment is shifted into reverse 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. uneven Mower blades will not charge 1. Poor grass...
... tire air pressure. 5. Buildup of mower housing. 8. Replace mower drive belt. 9. Improper blades used. 10. Replace with attachment clutch engaged 1. Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned out. 3. Replace fuse. Poor cable connections. 3. Freewheel control in "engaged" position. 2. Engine throttle control not set between half and full speed (fast) position before stopping engine. Engine dies when tractor is engaged. See while mower or other attachment is shifted into reverse 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. uneven Mower blades will not charge 1. Poor grass...
