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MODEL NO. 271491 14.5 HP 38 INCH LAWN TRACTOR • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Service and Adjustments • Troubleshooting • Repair Parts For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297 For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886 182989 Rev. 1 7.30.02 RD PRINTED IN U.S.A.
MODEL NO. 271491 14.5 HP 38 INCH LAWN TRACTOR • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Service and Adjustments • Troubleshooting • Repair Parts For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297 For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886 182989 Rev. 1 7.30.02 RD PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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... 2 Product Specifications 5 Assembly/Pre-Operation 7 Operation 10 Maintenance Schedule 16 Maintenance 16 Service and Adjustments 20 Storage 25 Troubleshooting 26 Repair Parts 30 Warranty 46 SAFETY RULES IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is clear of other debris which can touch hot exhaust / engine... parts and burn . GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all movement on a slope. Choose a low gear so that operators, age 60 years and ...
... 2 Product Specifications 5 Assembly/Pre-Operation 7 Operation 10 Maintenance Schedule 16 Maintenance 16 Service and Adjustments 20 Storage 25 Troubleshooting 26 Repair Parts 30 Warranty 46 SAFETY RULES IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is clear of other debris which can touch hot exhaust / engine... parts and burn . GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all movement on a slope. Choose a low gear so that operators, age 60 years and ...
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... across. grass can hide obstacles. • Keep children out of children. Never remove gas cap or add fuel with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could suddenly turn machine off and be seriously...Never run a machine inside where there is not alert to stop or shift responsible adult. while on wet grass. The mower could expose moving parts or allow children to be thrown. Children are explosive. - They may fall off . • Mow up . Check their proper operation ...
... across. grass can hide obstacles. • Keep children out of children. Never remove gas cap or add fuel with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could suddenly turn machine off and be seriously...Never run a machine inside where there is not alert to stop or shift responsible adult. while on wet grass. The mower could expose moving parts or allow children to be thrown. Children are explosive. - They may fall off . • Mow up . Check their proper operation ...
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.... • Follow the instructions under "Mainte- It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to assemble and maintain your nearest authorized service center/ Department (See REPAIR PARTS section of a new tractor. In the state of California the above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) Oil Capacity: 3 Pints Spark Plug: (Gap...
.... • Follow the instructions under "Mainte- It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to assemble and maintain your nearest authorized service center/ Department (See REPAIR PARTS section of a new tractor. In the state of California the above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) Oil Capacity: 3 Pints Spark Plug: (Gap...
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Hex nut 1/2-20 (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 1/4-28 Steering Wheel Adapter Seat Steering Boot Steering Extension Shaft (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Keys (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1)Knob Slope Sheet (2) Keys 6
UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Hex nut 1/2-20 (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 1/4-28 Steering Wheel Adapter Seat Steering Boot Steering Extension Shaft (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Keys (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1)Knob Slope Sheet (2) Keys 6
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... holes in skid that may puncture tires where tractor is put into center of those parts left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means, from your tractor all accessible loose parts and parts boxes from tractor hood and grill. Place tabs of view, when you are in ...left unassembled for shipping purposes. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Check for and remove any additional loose parts or cartons and remove. IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut securely to raised position. Position front wheels of this battery is to bottom, along...
... holes in skid that may puncture tires where tractor is put into center of those parts left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means, from your tractor all accessible loose parts and parts boxes from tractor hood and grill. Place tabs of view, when you are in ...left unassembled for shipping purposes. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Check for and remove any additional loose parts or cartons and remove. IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut securely to raised position. Position front wheels of this battery is to bottom, along...
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.... While learning how to use your tractor, pay extra attention to the following checklist: ✓ All assembly instructions have been completed. ✓ No remaining loose parts in carton. ✓ Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at proper level. ✓ Fuel tank is properly leveled side-to-side/front-to...
.... While learning how to use your tractor, pay extra attention to the following checklist: ✓ All assembly instructions have been completed. ✓ No remaining loose parts in carton. ✓ Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at proper level. ✓ Fuel tank is properly leveled side-to-side/front-to...
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... running , any maintenance. NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat - OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM Care should never op- systems are not. If your local parts dealer. balancer. (When using a cone balancer, • The engine should shut off the engine. The lobes of the tempt by six lines on a grinding wheel...
... running , any maintenance. NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat - OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM Care should never op- systems are not. If your local parts dealer. balancer. (When using a cone balancer, • The engine should shut off the engine. The lobes of the tempt by six lines on a grinding wheel...
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GAGED" position. 2. Roll belt off pulley bolt. 5. TO INSTALL MOWER 1. Slide mower under tractor. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. 6. Remove small retainer spring, and lift clutch spring off engine pulley. 4. Connect front links to mower deck and secure with defl...
GAGED" position. 2. Roll belt off pulley bolt. 5. TO INSTALL MOWER 1. Slide mower under tractor. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. 6. Remove small retainer spring, and lift clutch spring off engine pulley. 4. Connect front links to mower deck and secure with defl...
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.../department. TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER - 1. Lift seat pan to positive (+) terminal with crossbars horizontal. Always wear eye protection when around batteries. If your local parts dealer.
.../department. TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER - 1. Lift seat pan to positive (+) terminal with crossbars horizontal. Always wear eye protection when around batteries. If your local parts dealer.
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... been preset at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of the grill. 3. IMPORTANT: Never tamper with 20 amp automotive-type plug-in the Repair Parts section. If the carburetor does need adjustment, see engine manual. Overspeeding the engine above the factory high speed setting can be required to re- If...
... been preset at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of the grill. 3. IMPORTANT: Never tamper with 20 amp automotive-type plug-in the Repair Parts section. If the carburetor does need adjustment, see engine manual. Overspeeding the engine above the factory high speed setting can be required to re- If...
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...may reach an open flame or spark. Lubricate as carburetor, fuel hose, or tank during long periods of this manual. 4. Inspect moving parts for winter storage. Remove spark plug(s). 2. OTHER • Do not store gasoline from tractor for damage, breakage and wear. Allow the engine...or more. gum deposits from dust and dirt. • Cover your tractor to rust. Add stabilizer to gasoline in essential fuel system parts such as shown in the tank inside a building where fumes may require recharging. • To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during ...
...may reach an open flame or spark. Lubricate as carburetor, fuel hose, or tank during long periods of this manual. 4. Inspect moving parts for winter storage. Remove spark plug(s). 2. OTHER • Do not store gasoline from tractor for damage, breakage and wear. Allow the engine...or more. gum deposits from dust and dirt. • Cover your tractor to rust. Add stabilizer to gasoline in essential fuel system parts such as shown in the tank inside a building where fumes may require recharging. • To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during ...
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...from buildup of mower housing. • Replace blade mandrel. • Clean around mandrels. • Replace blade. Replace damaged parts. Engine continues • Faulty operator-safety to open vent holes. 27 If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/department....carbure- Tighten blade bolt. • Replace blade mandrel. • Tighten loose part(s). Excessive vibration • Worn, bent or loose blade. • Bent blade mandrel. • Loose/damaged part(s). • Replace blade. when operator leaves seat with with attachment clutch engaged ...
...from buildup of mower housing. • Replace blade mandrel. • Clean around mandrels. • Replace blade. Replace damaged parts. Engine continues • Faulty operator-safety to open vent holes. 27 If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/department....carbure- Tighten blade bolt. • Replace blade mandrel. • Tighten loose part(s). Excessive vibration • Worn, bent or loose blade. • Bent blade mandrel. • Loose/damaged part(s). • Replace blade. when operator leaves seat with with attachment clutch engaged ...
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...charge to you must return the product to the original consumer purchaser that term as noted below) or components parts thereof. In the event you have any part which vary from defects in materials and workmanship. For a period of one (1) year from whom it ...exclusions may have been properly assembled, adjusted, operated, and maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished. 4. The Warranty period for any parts submitted for rental or commercial purposes is subject to the applicable manufacturer's warranty on these items. 2. a division of WCI Outdoor Products,...
...charge to you must return the product to the original consumer purchaser that term as noted below) or components parts thereof. In the event you have any part which vary from defects in materials and workmanship. For a period of one (1) year from whom it ...exclusions may have been properly assembled, adjusted, operated, and maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished. 4. The Warranty period for any parts submitted for rental or commercial purposes is subject to the applicable manufacturer's warranty on these items. 2. a division of WCI Outdoor Products,...