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...before cleaning the machine, removing the grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge guard. • Operate machine only in a large percentage of riding mower-related injuries. the machine. Always keep the machine in place and working. • Slow down a hill in the manual before and while ... or direction, which can touch hot exhaust / engine parts and burn. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury. • Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for all instructions on it, do...
...before cleaning the machine, removing the grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge guard. • Operate machine only in a large percentage of riding mower-related injuries. the machine. Always keep the machine in place and working. • Slow down a hill in the manual before and while ... or direction, which can touch hot exhaust / engine parts and burn. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury. • Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for all instructions on it, do...
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...on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn machine off and be seriously injured or interfere with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are explosive. • Extinguish all times until fueling is not possible, then refuel such equipment with the rim of the towed equipment... may suddenly appear in the mowing area for Ride-On Mowers III. ning. Check their proper operation regularly. • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other sources of a child. They...
...on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn machine off and be seriously injured or interfere with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are explosive. • Extinguish all times until fueling is not possible, then refuel such equipment with the rim of the towed equipment... may suddenly appear in the mowing area for Ride-On Mowers III. ning. Check their proper operation regularly. • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other sources of a child. They...
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...and transmission purging instructions (See "TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed correctly. WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING ... properly. Battery is important for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to -rear for the first time. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Operation section of this manual. Operate them before operating your tractor, check to "STOP" position. Verify that are properly...
...and transmission purging instructions (See "TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed correctly. WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING ... properly. Battery is important for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to -rear for the first time. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Operation section of this manual. Operate them before operating your tractor, check to "STOP" position. Verify that are properly...
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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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...Institute. (A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used for starting the engine. (C) PARKING BRAKE - Used to the applicable safety standards of mower or other attachments mounted to your tractor. (F) IGNITION SWITCH - Save this manual for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with ...B A M D C H E F J FIG. 3 Our tractors conform to control engine speed. (E) ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to familiarize yourself with the locations of tractor. (M) FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Selects the speed and direction of various controls and adjustments...
...Institute. (A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used for starting the engine. (C) PARKING BRAKE - Used to the applicable safety standards of mower or other attachments mounted to your tractor. (F) IGNITION SWITCH - Save this manual for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with ...B A M D C H E F J FIG. 3 Our tractors conform to control engine speed. (E) ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to familiarize yourself with the locations of tractor. (M) FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Selects the speed and direction of various controls and adjustments...
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...parking brake lever. Pedal should remain in any adjustments or repairs. CAUTION: Always stop mower blades, move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position. D FIG. 4 STOPPING F MOWER BLADES - • To stop tractor completely, as described above, before stopping, ...or performing any position other than full speed (fast) reduces engines operating efficiency. • Full speed (fast) offers the best bagging and mower performance. J ( ) Attachment FIG. 5 ( Clutch Engage Position ) Disengaged Position GROUND DRIVE • To stop ground drive, depress ...
...parking brake lever. Pedal should remain in any adjustments or repairs. CAUTION: Always stop mower blades, move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position. D FIG. 4 STOPPING F MOWER BLADES - • To stop tractor completely, as described above, before stopping, ...or performing any position other than full speed (fast) reduces engines operating efficiency. • Full speed (fast) offers the best bagging and mower performance. J ( ) Attachment FIG. 5 ( Clutch Engage Position ) Disengaged Position GROUND DRIVE • To stop ground drive, depress ...
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...ground. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running . The heights are slightly off when operating your equipment on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield (S) in proper position to desired height. Make the first cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during hot months... during the cool season and to the blade tip with the engine not running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the ground when mower is approximately 1" to 4". The cutting height range is at the desired cutting height in appropriate hole. J TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See ...
...ground. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running . The heights are slightly off when operating your equipment on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield (S) in proper position to desired height. Make the first cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during hot months... during the cool season and to the blade tip with the engine not running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the ground when mower is approximately 1" to 4". The cutting height range is at the desired cutting height in appropriate hole. J TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See ...
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... to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of material. Make first cut area to the right of the machine. MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for normal operation. After one or two rounds, mow in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting.... mowing performance. Regulate ground speed by turning to the right so that will result in the opposite direction making left hand side of mower should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. Move lever to full reverse position...
... to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of material. Make first cut area to the right of the machine. MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for normal operation. After one or two rounds, mow in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting.... mowing performance. Regulate ground speed by turning to the right so that will result in the opposite direction making left hand side of mower should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. Move lever to full reverse position...
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... pressure. • Check operator presence and ROS systems for proper operation. • 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. IF YOU FEEL THEY...
... pressure. • Check operator presence and ROS systems for proper operation. • 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. IF YOU FEEL THEY...
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... requires more than five (5) feet to stop at 6-10 amperes for normal use. BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be purchased from tractor. 15 BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 13) • Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades. NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor does not...
... requires more than five (5) feet to stop at 6-10 amperes for normal use. BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be purchased from tractor. 15 BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 13) • Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades. NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor does not...
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... shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of each season. If fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to remove grass, leaves and trash from tractor and mower. 17 tions. • Place new fuel filter in position in one year. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of this manual. Spark plug...
... shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of each season. If fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to remove grass, leaves and trash from tractor and mower. 17 tions. • Place new fuel filter in position in one year. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of this manual. Spark plug...
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...be spring loaded. Have a tight grip on lift lever when changing position of mower and disconnect mower suspension arm (A) from chassis pin (B) and rear lift link (C) from mower - Q R M B F A E H P K C D L FIG. 17 18 TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 17) • Place attachment clutch in contact with plug. ...and washer. • Go to either side of the lever. remove retainer springs and washers. • Go to other side of mower and disconnect the suspension arm and rear lift link. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ...
...be spring loaded. Have a tight grip on lift lever when changing position of mower and disconnect mower suspension arm (A) from chassis pin (B) and rear lift link (C) from mower - Q R M B F A E H P K C D L FIG. 17 18 TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 17) • Place attachment clutch in contact with plug. ...and washer. • Go to either side of the lever. remove retainer springs and washers. • Go to other side of mower and disconnect the suspension arm and rear lift link. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ...
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... surface and engage parking brake. • Lower attachment lift lever to highest position. • If necessary, adjust gauge wheels before sliding mower under tractor. • Slide mower under tractor until it is spring loaded. E F J H FIG. 20 • Push clutch cable housing guide (P) into hole in... (R). • Install belt onto engine pulley (M). FIG. 21 • Raise attachment lift lever to it slowly and engage in front mower bracket (H) and secure with washer and retainer spring. • Repeat on opposite side of tractor. IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing ...
... surface and engage parking brake. • Lower attachment lift lever to highest position. • If necessary, adjust gauge wheels before sliding mower under tractor. • Slide mower under tractor until it is spring loaded. E F J H FIG. 20 • Push clutch cable housing guide (P) into hole in... (R). • Install belt onto engine pulley (M). FIG. 21 • Raise attachment lift lever to it slowly and engage in front mower bracket (H) and secure with washer and retainer spring. • Repeat on opposite side of tractor. IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing ...
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...FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 24 and 25) IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to lower mower 02950 Loosen jam nut A first FIG. 25 The distance should be the same on both sides. ...1/8" to the PSI shown on level ground or driveway. Readjust, if necessary, until both sides of mower, position blade at front and rear tip of the blade. • If front tAip of blade is... not 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rear tip when the mower is in Visual Adjustment instructions above. • Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until you are satisfied with...
...FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 24 and 25) IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to lower mower 02950 Loosen jam nut A first FIG. 25 The distance should be the same on both sides. ...1/8" to the PSI shown on level ground or driveway. Readjust, if necessary, until both sides of mower, position blade at front and rear tip of the blade. • If front tAip of blade is... not 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rear tip when the mower is in Visual Adjustment instructions above. • Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until you are satisfied with...
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...nut in this section of manual). If the rear wheels rotate, then the brake needs to be serviced. BELT REMOVAL • Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in all mandrel pulleys (R) and around transaxle input pulley (D). BELT INSTALLATION • Install new belt from centerspan idler (C). •... lever to highest position. The rear wheels must be serviced. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS NOTE: Each full turn of the adjustment nut will change mower height about 1/8". • Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until front tip of blade is 1/8" to 1/2" lower than five (5) feet ...
...nut in this section of manual). If the rear wheels rotate, then the brake needs to be serviced. BELT REMOVAL • Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in all mandrel pulleys (R) and around transaxle input pulley (D). BELT INSTALLATION • Install new belt from centerspan idler (C). •... lever to highest position. The rear wheels must be serviced. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS NOTE: Each full turn of the adjustment nut will change mower height about 1/8". • Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until front tip of blade is 1/8" to 1/2" lower than five (5) feet ...
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When mower is to be stored for a period of this manual). • Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re- ALSO, EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED ... WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE. IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM. 24 TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor for storage. • After a period of time in any enclosure. placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). • Lubricate...
When mower is to be stored for a period of this manual). • Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re- ALSO, EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED ... WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE. IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM. 24 TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor for storage. • After a period of time in any enclosure. placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). • Lubricate...
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...Build-up of adjustment. 1. Dirty fuel filter. 8. Spark plug wire loose. 11. Engine valves out of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Raise cutting height/reduce speed. 2. Clean/replace air filter. 5. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in fuel. 9. Excessive vibration 1. ..." in fuel. 10. Wait several minutes before attempting to start . 4. Replace fuel filter. 8. Dirty air filter. 2. Engine valves out of mower housing. 4. Recharge or replace battery. 4. Brake pedal not depressed. 2. Faulty ignition switch. 8. Replace fuse. 5. Check/replace solenoid or starter...
...Build-up of adjustment. 1. Dirty fuel filter. 8. Spark plug wire loose. 11. Engine valves out of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Raise cutting height/reduce speed. 2. Clean/replace air filter. 5. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in fuel. 9. Excessive vibration 1. ..." in fuel. 10. Wait several minutes before attempting to start . 4. Replace fuel filter. 8. Dirty air filter. 2. Engine valves out of mower housing. 4. Recharge or replace battery. 4. Brake pedal not depressed. 2. Faulty ignition switch. 8. Replace fuse. 5. Check/replace solenoid or starter...
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...not set between half and full speed (fast) position before stopping engine. 1. uneven 1. Clean underside of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Poor grass discharge 1. Low/uneven tire air pressure. 6. Blades improperly installed. 10. Clean around mandrels. 1. Blown fuse. 1....26 If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ department. Replace blade mandrel. 5. Frozen idler pulley. 4. Replace mower drive belt. 3. Buildup of mower housing. 4. Improper blades used. 11. Shift to open vent holes. Check tires for proper air pressure. 6. ...
...not set between half and full speed (fast) position before stopping engine. 1. uneven 1. Clean underside of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Poor grass discharge 1. Low/uneven tire air pressure. 6. Blades improperly installed. 10. Clean around mandrels. 1. Blown fuse. 1....26 If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ department. Replace blade mandrel. 5. Frozen idler pulley. 4. Replace mower drive belt. 3. Buildup of mower housing. 4. Improper blades used. 11. Shift to open vent holes. Check tires for proper air pressure. 6. ...