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.... WARNING: Do not coast down a hill in place and working. • Slow down slopes, not across. • Watch for Ride-On Mowers DANGER: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. Operate only at all parts to come to cause cancer and...; Read, understand, and follow all slopes requires extra caution. Uneven terrain could be picked up and thrown by putting your tractor. stability of riding mower-related injuries. WARNING: In order to prevent accidental starting , stopping, or turning on the slopes slow and gradual. • Be sure the area...
.... WARNING: Do not coast down a hill in place and working. • Slow down slopes, not across. • Watch for Ride-On Mowers DANGER: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. Operate only at all parts to come to cause cancer and...; Read, understand, and follow all slopes requires extra caution. Uneven terrain could be picked up and thrown by putting your tractor. stability of riding mower-related injuries. WARNING: In order to prevent accidental starting , stopping, or turning on the slopes slow and gradual. • Be sure the area...
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...working condition. • Never tamper with the blades shut off and be seriously injured or interfere with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are explosive. • Extinguish all nuts and bolts tight to cool before refueling. • Never fuel the machine indoors. • Never store.... Repair, if necessary, before storing. • If you will not have been given rides in the mowing area for Ride-On Mowers III. They may suddenly appear in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing area for another ride and be run over or backed...
...working condition. • Never tamper with the blades shut off and be seriously injured or interfere with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are explosive. • Extinguish all nuts and bolts tight to cool before refueling. • Never fuel the machine indoors. • Never store.... Repair, if necessary, before storing. • If you will not have been given rides in the mowing area for Ride-On Mowers III. They may suddenly appear in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing area for another ride and be run over or backed...
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...System (ROS) are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the factory). ✓ Be sure mower deck is operating properly. Correct tire pressure is in "transmission engaged" position (see that the belts are properly clamped. ✓ Before driving ...the factory for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown on tires. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be sure freewheel control is important for shipping purposes. See "TO CHECK BRAKE" in the Operation section of this manual)....
...System (ROS) are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the factory). ✓ Be sure mower deck is operating properly. Correct tire pressure is in "transmission engaged" position (see that the belts are properly clamped. ✓ Before driving ...the factory for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown on tires. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be sure freewheel control is important for shipping purposes. See "TO CHECK BRAKE" in the Operation section of this manual)....
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... understand their meaning. 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 15 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET...
... understand their meaning. 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 15 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET...
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... RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the engine off . Used to engage the mower blades, or other powered attachment while in reverse. IGNITION SWITCH - Used for future reference. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Save this manual...Standards Institute. Used for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the locations of tractor. Used to raise and lower the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor. Disengages transmission for declutching and braking the tractor and starting and stopping the ...
... RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the engine off . Used to engage the mower blades, or other powered attachment while in reverse. IGNITION SWITCH - Used for future reference. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Save this manual...Standards Institute. Used for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the locations of tractor. Used to raise and lower the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor. Disengages transmission for declutching and braking the tractor and starting and stopping the ...
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... POSITION CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL "DRIVE" POSITION MOTION CONTROL LEVER PARKING BRAKE "DISENGAGED" POSITION FIG. 5 STOPPING (See Fig. 5) MOWER BLADES - • To stop mower blades,move lever to stop tractor completely,as described above,before stopping may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and... engine at less than full speed (fast) reduces the engine's operating efficiency. • Full speed (fast) offers the best mower performance. IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY POSITION OTHER THAN "OFF" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED, (DEAD). NOTE: ...
... POSITION CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL "DRIVE" POSITION MOTION CONTROL LEVER PARKING BRAKE "DISENGAGED" POSITION FIG. 5 STOPPING (See Fig. 5) MOWER BLADES - • To stop mower blades,move lever to stop tractor completely,as described above,before stopping may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and... engine at less than full speed (fast) reduces the engine's operating efficiency. • Full speed (fast) offers the best mower performance. IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY POSITION OTHER THAN "OFF" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED, (DEAD). NOTE: ...
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...must remain fully and centrally positioned in the ROS "ON" position. Any attempt by engaging attachment clutch control. • TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment clutch control. "ENGAGED" POSITION ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER HIGH POSITION LOW POSITION DEFLECTOR SHIELD REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) Your... only be done when the operator decides it is necessary to slowest setting. • Make all turns slowly. 12 OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 6) Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System (ROS). IMPORTANT: THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES NOT RETURN TO...
...must remain fully and centrally positioned in the ROS "ON" position. Any attempt by engaging attachment clutch control. • TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment clutch control. "ENGAGED" POSITION ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER HIGH POSITION LOW POSITION DEFLECTOR SHIELD REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) Your... only be done when the operator decides it is necessary to slowest setting. • Make all turns slowly. 12 OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 6) Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System (ROS). IMPORTANT: THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES NOT RETURN TO...
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...and hold for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that clippings will suit the terrain and give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of the attachment being used . When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will discharge ...Shutoff engine and set . • Disengage transmission by turning to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of the machine. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the tractor seat, start engine. Repeat this manual. • The left hand turns until the engine runs roughly, then move...
...and hold for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that clippings will suit the terrain and give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of the attachment being used . When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will discharge ...Shutoff engine and set . • Disengage transmission by turning to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of the machine. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the tractor seat, start engine. Repeat this manual. • The left hand turns until the engine runs roughly, then move...
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... STORAGE Check Brake Operation T Check Tire Pressure R Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems A Check for Loose Fasteners C Check/Replace Mower Blades T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with maintenance-free battery. GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty...
... STORAGE Check Brake Operation T Check Tire Pressure R Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems A Check for Loose Fasteners C Check/Replace Mower Blades T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with maintenance-free battery. GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty...
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...;rst setting the parking brake should never operate unless the operator is running with balancer). Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower. • To check blade balance, you do not recommend sharpening blade - CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade approved by the operator...• Maintain proper air pressure in the disengaged position. ROS "ON" POSITION ENGINE "ON" POSITION (NORMAL OPERATING) BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be checked and adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in highest gear on a grind- BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than fi...
...;rst setting the parking brake should never operate unless the operator is running with balancer). Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower. • To check blade balance, you do not recommend sharpening blade - CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade approved by the operator...• Maintain proper air pressure in the disengaged position. ROS "ON" POSITION ENGINE "ON" POSITION (NORMAL OPERATING) BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be checked and adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in highest gear on a grind- BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than fi...
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... should be kept free of this manual. For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from tractor and mower. 18
... should be kept free of this manual. For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from tractor and mower. 18
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.... • Disconnect spark plug wire from chassis bracket by removing retainer springs. • Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms. Slide mower out from under tractor with deflector shield to right side of this manual). If tires are properly in contact with small retainer ...to remove from the right side of tractor. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its lowest position. • Roll belt off engine pulley. • Remove small retainer spring, and remove clutch spring off pulley bolt. •...
.... • Disconnect spark plug wire from chassis bracket by removing retainer springs. • Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms. Slide mower out from under tractor with deflector shield to right side of this manual). If tires are properly in contact with small retainer ...to remove from the right side of tractor. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its lowest position. • Roll belt off engine pulley. • Remove small retainer spring, and remove clutch spring off pulley bolt. •...
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...; When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nut "F" against trunnion on both front links. • To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F" from trunnion on both front links. • Recheck side-to-side adjustment. 20 MANDREL PULLEY FIG. 20 Park the tractor on right side... THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. • Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in its highest position. • At the midpoint of both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys. •...
...; When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nut "F" against trunnion on both front links. • To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F" from trunnion on both front links. • Recheck side-to-side adjustment. 20 MANDREL PULLEY FIG. 20 Park the tractor on right side... THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. • Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in its highest position. • At the midpoint of both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys. •...
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... freewheel control in that position and turn nut "A" until tractor does not move forward or backward. Readjust if necessary. BELT REMOVAL • Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of manual). SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 21) Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake... assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, depress clutch/brake pedal all belt guides and keepers. • Install mower (See "TO INSTALL MOWER" in this sec-
... freewheel control in that position and turn nut "A" until tractor does not move forward or backward. Readjust if necessary. BELT REMOVAL • Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of manual). SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 21) Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake... assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, depress clutch/brake pedal all belt guides and keepers. • Install mower (See "TO INSTALL MOWER" in this sec-
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... After above adjustment is made, if the tractor still creeps forward or backward while motion control lever is needed to get to adjustment bolt, move mower deck height to affect the front wheel toe-in or camber, contact your tractor. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES. Do...
... After above adjustment is made, if the tractor still creeps forward or backward while motion control lever is needed to get to adjustment bolt, move mower deck height to affect the front wheel toe-in or camber, contact your tractor. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES. Do...
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... container. Rust and/or dirt in the Maintenance section of this manual. • Be sure that does not retain moisture. TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor for 30 days or more. Inspect moving parts for winter storage. ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM ... not empty the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer. IMPORTANT: NEVER COVERTRACTORWHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM. 24 When mower is to be disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in your gasoline will cause your tractor to give ...
... container. Rust and/or dirt in the Maintenance section of this manual. • Be sure that does not retain moisture. TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor for 30 days or more. Inspect moving parts for winter storage. ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM ... not empty the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer. IMPORTANT: NEVER COVERTRACTORWHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM. 24 When mower is to be disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in your gasoline will cause your tractor to give ...
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.... 3. Stale or dirty fuel. 6. Recharge or replace battery. 4. Faulty solenoid or starter. 1. Loss of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Throttle in Service Adjustments section. 15. Loose or damaged wiring. 14. Check oil level/change spark plug. 7. See "To Adjust ... air filter. 6. Loose or damaged wiring. 9. Fill fuel tank. 2. Clean/replace air filter. 6. Engine valves out of mower housing. 4. Blown fuse. 5. Clean battery terminals. 6. Check/replace solenoid or starter. Clean engine air screen/fins. 12. Dirty fuel ...
.... 3. Stale or dirty fuel. 6. Recharge or replace battery. 4. Faulty solenoid or starter. 1. Loss of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Throttle in Service Adjustments section. 15. Loose or damaged wiring. 14. Check oil level/change spark plug. 7. See "To Adjust ... air filter. 6. Loose or damaged wiring. 9. Fill fuel tank. 2. Clean/replace air filter. 6. Engine valves out of mower housing. 4. Blown fuse. 5. Clean battery terminals. 6. Check/replace solenoid or starter. Clean engine air screen/fins. 12. Dirty fuel ...
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... 3. Replace motion drive belt. 3. Move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position before stopping engine. 26 Level mower deck. 3. Mower blades will not charge 1. Remove obstruction. 2. Replace idler pulley. 4. Worn, bent or loose blade. 7. Improper blades used. ... not set between half and full speed (fast) position before stopping engine. 1. Purge transmission. 1. CORRECTION 1. Frozen blade mandrel. 1. Replace mower drive belt. 3. Engine speed too slow. 2. Buildup of drive Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF" 1. Allow grass to...
... 3. Replace motion drive belt. 3. Move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position before stopping engine. 26 Level mower deck. 3. Mower blades will not charge 1. Remove obstruction. 2. Replace idler pulley. 4. Worn, bent or loose blade. 7. Improper blades used. ... not set between half and full speed (fast) position before stopping engine. 1. Purge transmission. 1. CORRECTION 1. Frozen blade mandrel. 1. Replace mower drive belt. 3. Engine speed too slow. 2. Buildup of drive Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF" 1. Allow grass to...