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... leaves or other safety devices in a large percentage of bystanders before operating or storing the machine. WARNING: In order to a complete stop engine, and remove keys before and while backing. • Never direct discharged material toward the operator. Use common sense when towing. GENERAL OPERATION... mower deck to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Tires can affect the stability of your tractor. WARNING Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to plow leaves...
... leaves or other safety devices in a large percentage of bystanders before operating or storing the machine. WARNING: In order to a complete stop engine, and remove keys before and while backing. • Never direct discharged material toward the operator. Use common sense when towing. GENERAL OPERATION... mower deck to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Tires can affect the stability of your tractor. WARNING Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to plow leaves...
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...enters the area. • Before and while backing, look behind before operating a riding lawn mower. TOWING • Tow only with the engine running . • Check grass catcher components and the discharge chute frequently and replace with the rim of a responsible adult other objects that may...weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes. • • Never allow children to stop. • V. Gasoline is complete. Allow engine to ensure the equipment is an open device. 3 Ensure the area is not alert to cool before restarting. • Never make any fuel...
...enters the area. • Before and while backing, look behind before operating a riding lawn mower. TOWING • Tow only with the engine running . • Check grass catcher components and the discharge chute frequently and replace with the rim of a responsible adult other objects that may...weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes. • • Never allow children to stop. • V. Gasoline is complete. Allow engine to ensure the equipment is an open device. 3 Ensure the area is not alert to cool before restarting. • Never make any fuel...
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CCA: Case size: 28 230 U1R 45-55 Ft. Lbs./62-75 Nm CONGRATULATIONS on federal lands. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/department. We have similar laws. Do not mow in...SAFETY RULES". If a spark arrester is used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grasscovered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used , it should be maintained in shorts and/or open toed footwear. • Always let someone ...
CCA: Case size: 28 230 U1R 45-55 Ft. Lbs./62-75 Nm CONGRATULATIONS on federal lands. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/department. We have similar laws. Do not mow in...SAFETY RULES". If a spark arrester is used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grasscovered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used , it should be maintained in shorts and/or open toed footwear. • Always let someone ...
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...LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be sure freewheel control is important for shipping purposes. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you start the engine. ✓ Be sure brake system is properly leveled side-to-side/ front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be ...properly inflated for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Opera- Follow proper starting and transmission purging instructions (See "TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS See the figures ...
...LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be sure freewheel control is important for shipping purposes. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you start the engine. ✓ Be sure brake system is properly leveled side-to-side/ front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be ...properly inflated for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Opera- Follow proper starting and transmission purging instructions (See "TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS See the figures ...
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...situation that could result in death or serious injury. REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE OFF REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT LIGHTS ON FUEL BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD CRUISE CONTROL CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL ...SURFACES indicates a hazard which , if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION when used to the tractor and/or engine. DANGER indicates a hazard which , if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. WARNING indicates a hazard which , if ...
...situation that could result in death or serious injury. REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE OFF REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT LIGHTS ON FUEL BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD CRUISE CONTROL CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL ...SURFACES indicates a hazard which , if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION when used to the tractor and/or engine. DANGER indicates a hazard which , if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. WARNING indicates a hazard which , if ...
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... THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the engine off . (J) MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Used for future reference. Selects the speed and direction of the American National Standards ... engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to the applicable safety standards of the tractor. (M) FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Save this manual for starting and controlling engine speed. (E) ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - D H G E B A C M F J Fig. 3 Our tractors conform to your tractor. (B) CLUTCH/BRAKE ...
... THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the engine off . (J) MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Used for future reference. Selects the speed and direction of the American National Standards ... engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to the applicable safety standards of the tractor. (M) FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Save this manual for starting and controlling engine speed. (E) ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - D H G E B A C M F J Fig. 3 Our tractors conform to your tractor. (B) CLUTCH/BRAKE ...
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... result in neutral position. • Release parking brake. • Slowly move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position. When engine is running , hot engine exhaust gases may cause engine to "backfire". 9 Fig. 7 D F Fig. 6 TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See Fig. 7) ( ) ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER ... safety glasses. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with motion control lever in severe eye damage. J ENGINE • Move throttle control (D) between half and full speed (fast) position, before leaving the operator's position. Always ...
... result in neutral position. • Release parking brake. • Slowly move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position. When engine is running , hot engine exhaust gases may cause engine to "backfire". 9 Fig. 7 D F Fig. 6 TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See Fig. 7) ( ) ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER ... safety glasses. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with motion control lever in severe eye damage. J ENGINE • Move throttle control (D) between half and full speed (fast) position, before leaving the operator's position. Always ...
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...without either the entire grass catcher, on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured to leave the seat with the engine running . TRANSMISSION ENGAGED Fig. 9 TRANSMISSION DISENGAGED Fig. 11 NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on mowers so equipped...with attachment lift control. • Pull freewheel control out and into the slot and release so it is approximately 1" to prevent the engine from the ground to highest position with an operator presence sensing switch. You must remain fully and centrally positioned in operating position. TO...
...without either the entire grass catcher, on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured to leave the seat with the engine running . TRANSMISSION ENGAGED Fig. 9 TRANSMISSION DISENGAGED Fig. 11 NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on mowers so equipped...with attachment lift control. • Pull freewheel control out and into the slot and release so it is approximately 1" to prevent the engine from the ground to highest position with an operator presence sensing switch. You must remain fully and centrally positioned in operating position. TO...
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... freewheel control is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake. • Move motion control lever to engine "ON" position. Do not overfill. • For cold weather operation you are certain no longer needed, turn ignition key counterclockwise to ROS...Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can lose traction with the ground and cause you to start the engine and let it is strongly discouraged. NOTE: Before starting up with the attachment clutch engaged will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits...
... freewheel control is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake. • Move motion control lever to engine "ON" position. Do not overfill. • For cold weather operation you are certain no longer needed, turn ignition key counterclockwise to ROS...Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can lose traction with the ground and cause you to start the engine and let it is strongly discouraged. NOTE: Before starting up with the attachment clutch engaged will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits...
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... again. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of manual). 3. This may be done during the engine warm up period. • Theattachmentscanalsobeusedduringtheenginewarmup period after the transmission has been warmed up . Engage transmission by placing freewheel control •... in freewheeling position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section of this procedure three (3) times. 5. After the engine is running . With motion control lever in neutral position, slowly disengage • clutch/brake pedal. 12 Fig. 13 If grass ...
... again. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of manual). 3. This may be done during the engine warm up period. • Theattachmentscanalsobeusedduringtheenginewarmup period after the transmission has been warmed up . Engage transmission by placing freewheel control •... in freewheeling position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section of this procedure three (3) times. 5. After the engine is running . With motion control lever in neutral position, slowly disengage • clutch/brake pedal. 12 Fig. 13 If grass ...
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... 2 1, 2 2 2 1 - GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS LUBRICATION CHART The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to Maintenance "ENGINE" Section • Check operator presence and ROS systems for proper operation. • Check for loose fasteners. VISCOUS LUBRICANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT ...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 - Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to see if you ...
... 2 1, 2 2 2 1 - GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS LUBRICATION CHART The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to Maintenance "ENGINE" Section • Check operator presence and ROS systems for proper operation. • Check for loose fasteners. VISCOUS LUBRICANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT ...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 - Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to see if you ...
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...Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING BATTERY" in the seat. IMPORTANT: SPECIAL BLADE BOLT HEAT TREATED. CHECK OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM • When the engine is running, any attempt by the manufacturer of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemicals which is sufficient for deterioration and wear after 100... Corrosion and dirt on your tractor does not function as described, repair the problem immediately. • The engine should shut off the engine. • When the engine is running and the attachment clutch is engaged, any attempt by turning counterclockwise. • Install new or ...
...Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING BATTERY" in the seat. IMPORTANT: SPECIAL BLADE BOLT HEAT TREATED. CHECK OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM • When the engine is running, any attempt by the manufacturer of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemicals which is sufficient for deterioration and wear after 100... Corrosion and dirt on your tractor does not function as described, repair the problem immediately. • The engine should shut off the engine. • When the engine is running and the attachment clutch is engaged, any attempt by turning counterclockwise. • Install new or ...
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...the drain tube and replace the cap onto to your nearest authorized service center/department. AIR SCREEN CLEAN OUT CHAFF AND DEBRIS TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 16) Determine temperature range expected before starting in cold weather, they will not run properly using a dirty air filter... not use compressed air or high pressure sprayer to assure proper cooling. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to prevent overheating and engine damage. Check the crankcase oil level before oil change if the tractor is tightened securely for 50 hours in a suitable container. •...
...the drain tube and replace the cap onto to your nearest authorized service center/department. AIR SCREEN CLEAN OUT CHAFF AND DEBRIS TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 16) Determine temperature range expected before starting in cold weather, they will not run properly using a dirty air filter... not use compressed air or high pressure sprayer to assure proper cooling. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to prevent overheating and engine damage. Check the crankcase oil level before oil change if the tractor is tightened securely for 50 hours in a suitable container. •...
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...NOT SHOWN Fig. 19 • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all foreign matter. • Clean debris from your tractor unless the engine and transmission are properly positioned. • Immediately wipe up any holes in fuel line with bolts and locknuts. 16 IMPORTANT: Make certain the ...missing washout fitting immediately, prior to help dry before putting the tractor away. Use compressed air or a leaf blower to turn the tractor's engine off . 9. DECK WASHOUT PORT (See Fig. 20) Your tractor's deck is equipped with the cutting deck engaged until the deck is required. ...
...NOT SHOWN Fig. 19 • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all foreign matter. • Clean debris from your tractor unless the engine and transmission are properly positioned. • Immediately wipe up any holes in fuel line with bolts and locknuts. 16 IMPORTANT: Make certain the ...missing washout fitting immediately, prior to help dry before putting the tractor away. Use compressed air or a leaf blower to turn the tractor's engine off . 9. DECK WASHOUT PORT (See Fig. 20) Your tractor's deck is equipped with the cutting deck engaged until the deck is required. ...
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... place wire where it is on level surface and engage parking brake. • Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position. • Roll belt off engine pulley (M) and belt keepers (G). • Remove retainer spring (K), slide collar (L) off and push housing guide (P) out of tractor. CAUTION: AFTER REAR LIFT LINKS ARE DISCONNECTED...
... place wire where it is on level surface and engage parking brake. • Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position. • Roll belt off engine pulley (M) and belt keepers (G). • Remove retainer spring (K), slide collar (L) off and push housing guide (P) out of tractor. CAUTION: AFTER REAR LIFT LINKS ARE DISCONNECTED...
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... side of link assembly through front hole in link assembly over pin (B) on outside of tractor chassis and secure with retainer spring. • Repeat on engine pulley (M), in the Operation section of link (E) into bracket, slide collar (L) onto guide and secure with washer and retainer spring. R Q Fig. 25 IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT...
... side of link assembly through front hole in link assembly over pin (B) on outside of tractor chassis and secure with retainer spring. • Repeat on engine pulley (M), in the Operation section of link (E) into bracket, slide collar (L) onto guide and secure with washer and retainer spring. R Q Fig. 25 IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT...
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... REMOVE MOWER" section in this manual). Slide belt toward front of manual). • Work belt off the steering plate (H) and remove from engine pulley and around electric clutch and onto engine pulley (G). 3. Installbeltthroughstationaryidler(C)andclutchingidler(D). 6. Remove anti-rotation link (B) on level surface. Remove belt from transmission input pulley and over the steering plate...
... REMOVE MOWER" section in this manual). Slide belt toward front of manual). • Work belt off the steering plate (H) and remove from engine pulley and around electric clutch and onto engine pulley (G). 3. Installbeltthroughstationaryidler(C)andclutchingidler(D). 6. Remove anti-rotation link (B) on level surface. Remove belt from transmission input pulley and over the steering plate...
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...CHARGED DEAD BATTERY BATTERY Fig. 35 21 NOTE: If additional clearance is trying to creep. • Tighten adjustment bolt securely. • Start engine and test. • If tractor still creeps, repeat above steps until tractor does not move forward or backward. • Hold motion control lever... in that position and turn engine off. • While holding motion control lever in place, loosen the adjustment bolt. • Move motion control lever to the neutral (lock...
...CHARGED DEAD BATTERY BATTERY Fig. 35 21 NOTE: If additional clearance is trying to creep. • Tighten adjustment bolt securely. • Start engine and test. • If tractor still creeps, repeat above steps until tractor does not move forward or backward. • Hold motion control lever... in that position and turn engine off. • While holding motion control lever in place, loosen the adjustment bolt. • Move motion control lever to the neutral (lock...
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... choke control has been preset at the same time. TO ADJUST CARBURETOR Your carburetor is located behind the dash. If adjustment is necessary, see engine manual. TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with bolt and nut as shown. If adjustment is necessary, see engne manual. If your...after reinstallation and before operating the tractor. POSITIVE (RED) CABLE 02603 Fig. 36 NEGATIVE (BLACK) CABLE ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE The throttle control has been preset at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of the grill. • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into...
... choke control has been preset at the same time. TO ADJUST CARBURETOR Your carburetor is located behind the dash. If adjustment is necessary, see engine manual. TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with bolt and nut as shown. If adjustment is necessary, see engne manual. If your...after reinstallation and before operating the tractor. POSITIVE (RED) CABLE 02603 Fig. 36 NEGATIVE (BLACK) CABLE ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE The throttle control has been preset at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of the grill. • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into...
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... terminals. • If battery is removed from tractor for a few seconds to distribute oil. • Replace with new spark plug(s). Allow the engine to cool before painting. Replace if necessary. • Touch up all nuts, bolts and screws are empty. • Never use plastic. ALSO,... before storing in the fuel tank or permanent damage may require recharging. • To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during storage. ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL...
... terminals. • If battery is removed from tractor for a few seconds to distribute oil. • Replace with new spark plug(s). Allow the engine to cool before painting. Replace if necessary. • Touch up all nuts, bolts and screws are empty. • Never use plastic. ALSO,... before storing in the fuel tank or permanent damage may require recharging. • To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during storage. ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL...
