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... the keys before starting or stopping on steep slopes. running . and deterioration, which can change the stability of another responsible adult. • Turn off and be thrown. and replace with grass catchers or other attachments. weights or counterweights to improve stability. • Mower blades are subject to operate the machine. Wrap the blade(s) • Use extra care with manufacturer's recommended parts, • Follow the...
... the keys before starting or stopping on steep slopes. running . and deterioration, which can change the stability of another responsible adult. • Turn off and be thrown. and replace with grass catchers or other attachments. weights or counterweights to improve stability. • Mower blades are subject to operate the machine. Wrap the blade(s) • Use extra care with manufacturer's recommended parts, • Follow the...
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... cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Tires can hide obstacles. • Use slow speed. TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES 2-3 STORAGE 24 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 4 TROUBLESHOOTING 25-26 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 4, 14-18 REPAIR PARTS 28-43 ASSEMBLY 6-8 WARRANTY 45 OPERATION 9-13 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 14 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 19-23 3 Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers or...
... cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Tires can hide obstacles. • Use slow speed. TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES 2-3 STORAGE 24 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 4 TROUBLESHOOTING 25-26 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 4, 14-18 REPAIR PARTS 28-43 ASSEMBLY 6-8 WARRANTY 45 OPERATION 9-13 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 14 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 19-23 3 Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers or...
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...). A spark arrester for and using your tractor. • Follow the instructions under "Customer Responsibilities" and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY AND TYPE: 1.25 GALLONS UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: 3 PINTS SPARK PLUG: (GAP: .030") CHAMPION RC12YC GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD: 1st 1.1 2nd 1.4 3rd 2.2 4th 3.3 5th 4.4 6th 4.9 REVERSE: 1.4 TIRE PRESSURE...
...). A spark arrester for and using your tractor. • Follow the instructions under "Customer Responsibilities" and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY AND TYPE: 1.25 GALLONS UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: 3 PINTS SPARK PLUG: (GAP: .030") CHAMPION RC12YC GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD: 1st 1.1 2nd 1.4 3rd 2.2 4th 3.3 5th 4.4 6th 4.9 REVERSE: 1.4 TIRE PRESSURE...
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... controls - After engine has started, move throttle control to stop tractor, set the parking brake. • Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) position. • Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to -rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly leveled. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. All assembly instructions have been completed. • Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Battery...
... controls - After engine has started, move throttle control to stop tractor, set the parking brake. • Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) position. • Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to -rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly leveled. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. All assembly instructions have been completed. • Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Battery...
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... mower deck or other attachments mounted to familiarize yourself with the locations of the American National Standards Institute. Save this manual for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine. GEARSHIFT LEVER: Selects the speed and direction of battery. IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and stopping the engine. 10 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to your tractor. THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL: Used for starting...
... mower deck or other attachments mounted to familiarize yourself with the locations of the American National Standards Institute. Save this manual for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine. GEARSHIFT LEVER: Selects the speed and direction of battery. IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and stopping the engine. 10 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to your tractor. THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL: Used for starting...
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HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 5) Your tractor is approximately 1-1/2 to prevent relatively high; When engine is running, any attempt by the gearshift lever. • Start tractor with the engine running . ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER "ENGAGED" POSITION THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL LEVER IGNITION KEY IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY POSITION OTHER THAN "OFF" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED, (DEAD). TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 5) The position of grass. heights are approximate and may...
HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 5) Your tractor is approximately 1-1/2 to prevent relatively high; When engine is running, any attempt by the gearshift lever. • Start tractor with the engine running . ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER "ENGAGED" POSITION THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL LEVER IGNITION KEY IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY POSITION OTHER THAN "OFF" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED, (DEAD). TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 5) The position of grass. heights are approximate and may...
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... place. Use an appropriate means of your tractor. Tires can lose traction with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to tractor (rope, cord, etc.). Use common sense when towing. TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS Tow only the attachments that are slightly off the engine. • Select desired height of cut . • Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control. • TO STOP MOWER BLADES -
... place. Use an appropriate means of your tractor. Tires can lose traction with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to tractor (rope, cord, etc.). Use common sense when towing. TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS Tow only the attachments that are slightly off the engine. • Select desired height of cut . • Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control. • TO STOP MOWER BLADES -
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... quality of gas tank filler neck. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in cold temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may occur. FIG. 8 13 To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be used . If engine still does not start after several minutes, depending on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake. • Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) position. • Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position. • Move throttle control to separation...
... quality of gas tank filler neck. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in cold temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may occur. FIG. 8 13 To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be used . If engine still does not start after several minutes, depending on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake. • Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) position. • Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position. • Move throttle control to separation...
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... oil level. • Check brake operation. • Check tire pressure. • Check operator presence and interlock systems for proper operation. • Check for Loose Fasteners A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades C T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil E Clean Air Filter N Clean Air Screen G Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester I N Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) E Clean Engine Cooling Fins Replace Spark Plug Replace...
... oil level. • Check brake operation. • Check tire pressure. • Check operator presence and interlock systems for proper operation. • Check for Loose Fasteners A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades C T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil E Clean Air Filter N Clean Air Screen G Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester I N Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) E Clean Engine Cooling Fins Replace Spark Plug Replace...
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... not start unless the clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed and attachement clutch control is in the disengaged position. • When the engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake should shut off the engine. • The attachment clutch should never operate unless the operator is in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). • Keep tires free of gasoline, oil...
... not start unless the clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed and attachement clutch control is in the disengaged position. • When the engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake should shut off the engine. • The attachment clutch should never operate unless the operator is in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). • Keep tires free of gasoline, oil...
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.... • Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until the pin is tightened securely for 25 hours in a suitable container. • Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Adding or checking level of this manual). Keep oil at least once a year if the tractor is not necessary. Check your expected operating temperature. Change the oil after 100 hours of the drain valve. • Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Replace belts if...
.... • Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until the pin is tightened securely for 25 hours in a suitable container. • Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Adding or checking level of this manual). Keep oil at least once a year if the tractor is not necessary. Check your expected operating temperature. Change the oil after 100 hours of the drain valve. • Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Replace belts if...
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... engine pulley. • Remove small retainer spring, and lift clutch spring off pulley bolt. • Remove large retainer spring, slide collar off and push housing guide out of tractor. • Lower lift lever to raise suspension arms. Slide mower out from under tractor with plug. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition...
... engine pulley. • Remove small retainer spring, and lift clutch spring off pulley bolt. • Remove large retainer spring, slide collar off and push housing guide out of tractor. • Lower lift lever to raise suspension arms. Slide mower out from under tractor with plug. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition...
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... order of removal instructions. The mower blade drive belt may be adjusted so that side. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level surface. If tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of tractor. MANDREL "D" "D" FIG. 19 BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH NUT "F" TRUNNION FRONT LINKS NUT "E" SUSPENSION ARM FIG. 20 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 21) LIFT LINK ADJUSTMENT NUT FIG...
... order of removal instructions. The mower blade drive belt may be adjusted so that side. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level surface. If tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of tractor. MANDREL "D" "D" FIG. 19 BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH NUT "F" TRUNNION FRONT LINKS NUT "E" SUSPENSION ARM FIG. 20 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 21) LIFT LINK ADJUSTMENT NUT FIG...
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... PULLEY AXLE COVER SQUARE KEY (REAR WHEEL ONLY) FIG. 24 TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 25) CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from around batteries. Always wear eye protection when around engine pulley. • Install new belt by deflecting belt keepers. • Pull belt toward rear of this manual). If "jumper cables" are not adjustable on level surface. TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES...
... PULLEY AXLE COVER SQUARE KEY (REAR WHEEL ONLY) FIG. 24 TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 25) CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from around batteries. Always wear eye protection when around engine pulley. • Install new belt by deflecting belt keepers. • Pull belt toward rear of this manual). If "jumper cables" are not adjustable on level surface. TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES...
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... to distribute oil. • Replace with gasoline in any enclosure. Run engine at the end of oil through spark plug hole(s) into cylinder(s). • Turn ignition key to "START" position for winter storage. OTHER • Do not store gasoline from tractor for storage, do not store battery directly on stabilizer container. TRACTOR Remove mower from dust and dirt. • Cover your tractor with battery terminals. • If battery is removed from...
... to distribute oil. • Replace with gasoline in any enclosure. Run engine at the end of oil through spark plug hole(s) into cylinder(s). • Turn ignition key to "START" position for winter storage. OTHER • Do not store gasoline from tractor for storage, do not store battery directly on stabilizer container. TRACTOR Remove mower from dust and dirt. • Cover your tractor with battery terminals. • If battery is removed from...
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... START ENGINE" in "CHOKE" position. 3. Clutch/brake pedal not depressed. 2. Weak or dead battery. 4. Engine clicks but will not turn over 1. Cutting too much grass/too fast. 2. Dirty air filter. 5. Spark plug wire loose. 11. Loose or damaged wiring. 14. Replace spark plug. 5. Dirty fuel filter. 8. Clean/replace air filter. 5. Clean/replace muffler. 13. Loose or damaged wiring. 7. Disengage attachment clutch. 3. Dirty air filter. 6. Check oil level/change spark plug. 7. Engine valves out of fuel. 2. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service...
... START ENGINE" in "CHOKE" position. 3. Clutch/brake pedal not depressed. 2. Weak or dead battery. 4. Engine clicks but will not turn over 1. Cutting too much grass/too fast. 2. Dirty air filter. 5. Spark plug wire loose. 11. Loose or damaged wiring. 14. Replace spark plug. 5. Dirty fuel filter. 8. Clean/replace air filter. 5. Clean/replace muffler. 13. Loose or damaged wiring. 7. Disengage attachment clutch. 3. Dirty air filter. 6. Check oil level/change spark plug. 7. Engine valves out of fuel. 2. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service...
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...Turn switch "ON". 2. Check/replace light switch. 4. Engine throttle control not set at "SLOW" position for proper air pressure. 6. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Mower blades will not charge 1. Remove obstruction. 2. Replace blade mandrel. Travel speed too fast. 3. Level mower deck. 5. Replace with attachment clutch engaged 1. Switch is "OFF". 2. Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s). 3. Battery will not rotate 1. Bad battery cell(s). 2. Replace regulator. 4. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Replace blade mandrel. 5. Replace mower drive belt...
...Turn switch "ON". 2. Check/replace light switch. 4. Engine throttle control not set at "SLOW" position for proper air pressure. 6. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Mower blades will not charge 1. Remove obstruction. 2. Replace blade mandrel. Travel speed too fast. 3. Level mower deck. 5. Replace with attachment clutch engaged 1. Switch is "OFF". 2. Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s). 3. Battery will not rotate 1. Bad battery cell(s). 2. Replace regulator. 4. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Replace blade mandrel. 5. Replace mower drive belt...
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... 78 17060620 81 73510400 Control Throt /Ch Flag Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T Engine Briggs Model 28U707 (Order Parts From Engine Manufacturer) Muffler Exhaust B&S Lt Gasket 1 313 Id Tin Plated Tube Drain Oil Easy Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8 Shield Browning/Debris Guard Arrestor Spark Tank Fuel 1 25 Fr Cap Asm Fuel W/sym Vented Clamp Hose Blk Line Fuel 20" Plug Drain Oil Easy Bushing Snap Nyl Blk Fuel Line Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1/4-20x3/4 Screw Hex Wsh Thdrol...
... 78 17060620 81 73510400 Control Throt /Ch Flag Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T Engine Briggs Model 28U707 (Order Parts From Engine Manufacturer) Muffler Exhaust B&S Lt Gasket 1 313 Id Tin Plated Tube Drain Oil Easy Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8 Shield Browning/Debris Guard Arrestor Spark Tank Fuel 1 25 Fr Cap Asm Fuel W/sym Vented Clamp Hose Blk Line Fuel 20" Plug Drain Oil Easy Bushing Snap Nyl Blk Fuel Line Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1/4-20x3/4 Screw Hex Wsh Thdrol...
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... Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 2 72140506 Bolt 3 138017 Bracket Asm Fr. NO. Bracket Clutch Cable Clutch Cable 42" Washer Flat 3/8" Type B Spring Retainer Spring Retention LVR CLTCH CAB Spacer Clutch Cable Rod Clutch Cable 3/8" Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8 Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 UNC x 1-3/4 Mandrel Assembly (Includes Key Numbers 8-10,13-15, 31 and 33) Replacement Mower, Complete NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. Bracket, Extruded Arm Spring Brake Mower Bracket Arm Idler 42" Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable Pulley...
... Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 2 72140506 Bolt 3 138017 Bracket Asm Fr. NO. Bracket Clutch Cable Clutch Cable 42" Washer Flat 3/8" Type B Spring Retainer Spring Retention LVR CLTCH CAB Spacer Clutch Cable Rod Clutch Cable 3/8" Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8 Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 UNC x 1-3/4 Mandrel Assembly (Includes Key Numbers 8-10,13-15, 31 and 33) Replacement Mower, Complete NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. Bracket, Extruded Arm Spring Brake Mower Bracket Arm Idler 42" Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable Pulley...
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... find to be defective in replacing parts, any power equipment unit or attachment are belts, blades, blade adapters, normal wear, normal adjustments, standard hardware and normal maintenance. 7. Some areas do not allow the limitation of consequential damages or limitations of how long an implied Warranty may last, so the above limitations or exclusions may have any battery which we find to...
... find to be defective in replacing parts, any power equipment unit or attachment are belts, blades, blade adapters, normal wear, normal adjustments, standard hardware and normal maintenance. 7. Some areas do not allow the limitation of consequential damages or limitations of how long an implied Warranty may last, so the above limitations or exclusions may have any battery which we find to...