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... . Clean oil or fuel spillage. Repair, if necessary, before restarting. • Watch for • Mow only in the • Do not turn off blades, set parking brake, stop or shift while on it, do not point it . • Keep machine free of other debris build-up the slope or if you last saw them . • Avoid starting . or wear gloves, and use grass catcher...
... . Clean oil or fuel spillage. Repair, if necessary, before restarting. • Watch for • Mow only in the • Do not turn off blades, set parking brake, stop or shift while on it, do not point it . • Keep machine free of other debris build-up the slope or if you last saw them . • Avoid starting . or wear gloves, and use grass catcher...
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... California Public Resources Code). Please read and retain this owner's manual. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity and type: Oil Type (API-SF-SJ): Oil Capacity: Spark Plug: (GAP: .030") Ground Speed (MPH): Tire Pressure: Charging System: Battery: Blade Bolt Torque: 2.0 Gallons Uunleaded Regular SAE 30 (above is required by the operator. TRACTOR 28-43 WARRANTY 45 4 Should you the best possible dependability and performance. CONGRATULATIONS on your nearest authorized service center/ department. Other...
... California Public Resources Code). Please read and retain this owner's manual. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity and type: Oil Type (API-SF-SJ): Oil Capacity: Spark Plug: (GAP: .030") Ground Speed (MPH): Tire Pressure: Charging System: Battery: Blade Bolt Torque: 2.0 Gallons Uunleaded Regular SAE 30 (above is required by the operator. TRACTOR 28-43 WARRANTY 45 4 Should you the best possible dependability and performance. CONGRATULATIONS on your nearest authorized service center/ department. Other...
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... mower deck in neutral (N) position. • Roll tractor forward off skid. • Apply brake 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 its highest position. • Start the engine.After engine has started, move throttle control to its adjusted position. • Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely. SEAT SEAT PAN SHOULDER BOLT 02466 FLAT WASHER ADJUSTMENT KNOB 02464 FIG. 2 CHECK BATTERY...
... mower deck in neutral (N) position. • Roll tractor forward off skid. • Apply brake 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 its highest position. • Start the engine.After engine has started, move throttle control to its adjusted position. • Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely. SEAT SEAT PAN SHOULDER BOLT 02466 FLAT WASHER ADJUSTMENT KNOB 02464 FIG. 2 CHECK BATTERY...
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... WITH HIGH PERFORMANCE BLADES, WHICH ARE THE BEST BLADES FOR BAGGING AND DISCHARGING. TO USE YOUR MOWER WITH THE HIGH PERFORMANCE BLADES THE MULCHER PLATE MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE MOWER (SEE FIG. 4B). their location and function. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly inflated for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in safe operating condition. 8 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on back of this manual. ASSEMBLY...
... WITH HIGH PERFORMANCE BLADES, WHICH ARE THE BEST BLADES FOR BAGGING AND DISCHARGING. TO USE YOUR MOWER WITH THE HIGH PERFORMANCE BLADES THE MULCHER PLATE MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE MOWER (SEE FIG. 4B). their location and function. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly inflated for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in safe operating condition. 8 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on back of this manual. ASSEMBLY...
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... the locations of the American National Standards Institute. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor. PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position. IGNITION SWITCH: Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting and stopping the engine. GEARSHIFT LEVER: Selects the speed and direction of battery. LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to adjust the mower cutting height. 10 AMMETER ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER IGNITION SWITCH THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL CLUTCH/ BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB LIGHT SWITCH...
... the locations of the American National Standards Institute. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor. PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position. IGNITION SWITCH: Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting and stopping the engine. GEARSHIFT LEVER: Selects the speed and direction of battery. LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to adjust the mower cutting height. 10 AMMETER ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER IGNITION SWITCH THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL CLUTCH/ BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB LIGHT SWITCH...
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... OR CHANGING GEARS. GROUND DRIVE - • To stop mower blades,move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is controlled by the gearshift lever. • Start tractor with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause "browning" of movement is running . TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 6) Always operate engine at full throttle. • Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate. • Full throttle offers...
... OR CHANGING GEARS. GROUND DRIVE - • To stop mower blades,move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is controlled by the gearshift lever. • Start tractor with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause "browning" of movement is running . TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 6) Always operate engine at full throttle. • Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate. • Full throttle offers...
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... tractor. 12 disengage attachment clutch control. CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on a truck or a trailer, be sure gearshift lever is dangerous. RETAINER SPRING CLEVIS PIN FIG. 7 TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 8) Your tractor is at level surface. • Adjust mower to tractor. TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 7) Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are recommended by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch...
... tractor. 12 disengage attachment clutch control. CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on a truck or a trailer, be sure gearshift lever is dangerous. RETAINER SPRING CLEVIS PIN FIG. 7 TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 8) Your tractor is at level surface. • Adjust mower to tractor. TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 7) Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are recommended by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch...
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... time or if the engine has run with the throttle control in the choke position until "FULL" mark 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 assure fuel freshness. Use fresh fuel next season. NOTE: Before starting, read oil level. Do not run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjustments...
... time or if the engine has run with the throttle control in the choke position until "FULL" mark 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 assure fuel freshness. Use fresh fuel next season. NOTE: Before starting, read oil level. Do not run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjustments...
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... with oil filter) E Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) N Clean Air Filter G Clean Air Screen I N Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester E Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) Clean Engine Cooling Fins Replace Spark Plug Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace Fuel Filter 1 - MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and T Interlock Systems R Check for Loose Fasteners A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades C T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals Check...
... with oil filter) E Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) N Clean Air Filter G Clean Air Screen I N Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester E Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) Clean Engine Cooling Fins Replace Spark Plug Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace Fuel Filter 1 - MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and T Interlock Systems R Check for Loose Fasteners A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades C T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals Check...
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... either end of this manual). BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 11) • Raise mower to highest position to allow access to be purchased from your tractor does not function as described, repair the problem immediately. • The engine should 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 maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than...
... either end of this manual). BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 11) • Raise mower to highest position to allow access to be purchased from your tractor does not function as described, repair the problem immediately. • The engine should 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 maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than...
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... end of the engine are kept clean at all times. The belts are reinstalled. TRANSAXLE COOLING Keep transaxle free from tractor. • Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. • Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until the pin is in the locked position as necessary. Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation and replace if necessary. Check the crankcase oil level before oil change. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs...
... end of the engine are kept clean at all times. The belts are reinstalled. TRANSAXLE COOLING Keep transaxle free from tractor. • Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. • Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until the pin is in the locked position as necessary. Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation and replace if necessary. Check the crankcase oil level before oil change. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs...
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... other oil change if the tractor is required. • With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections. • Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with slots in one year. We do not recommend using a dirty air filter. NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge. • Place new pre-cleaner and cartridge firmly in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of operation, whichever...
... other oil change if the tractor is required. • With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections. • Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with slots in one year. We do not recommend using a dirty air filter. NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge. • Place new pre-cleaner and cartridge firmly in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of operation, whichever...
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... SQUARE HOLE ENGINE PULLEY FRONT LINK ANTI-SWAY BAR COLLAR RETAINER SPRINGS (BOTH SIDES) HOUSING GUIDE LARGE RETAINER SPRING BRACKET Fig. 17 19 DEFLECTOR SHIELD MENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to chassis bracket and secure with retainer spring. • Push clutch cable housing guide into...
... SQUARE HOLE ENGINE PULLEY FRONT LINK ANTI-SWAY BAR COLLAR RETAINER SPRINGS (BOTH SIDES) HOUSING GUIDE LARGE RETAINER SPRING BRACKET Fig. 17 19 DEFLECTOR SHIELD MENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to chassis bracket and secure with retainer spring. • Push clutch cable housing guide into...
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... equal number of turns. Engage parking brake. leys. • Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides. • Install mower (See "To Install Mower" in this section of manual). • When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nut "F" against trunnion on both front links. • Recheck side-to-side adjustment. BOTTOM EDGE OF MOWER TO GROUND "A" GROUND LINE...
... equal number of turns. Engage parking brake. leys. • Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides. • Install mower (See "To Install Mower" in this section of manual). • When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nut "F" against trunnion on both front links. • Recheck side-to-side adjustment. BOTTOM EDGE OF MOWER TO GROUND "A" GROUND LINE...
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... nut and turn nut "A" until distance becomes 1-1/2". WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 24) Park the tractor on level surface. Remove belt up- The adjustment is necessary. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS IDLER PULLEYS MANDREL PULLEY FIG. 22 TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 23) Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the right side of manual). BELT REMOVAL • Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in highest gear, further maintenance...
... nut and turn nut "A" until distance becomes 1-1/2". WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 24) Park the tractor on level surface. Remove belt up- The adjustment is necessary. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS IDLER PULLEYS MANDREL PULLEY FIG. 22 TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 23) Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the right side of manual). BELT REMOVAL • Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in highest gear, further maintenance...
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...; Remove spark plug(s). • Pour one season to another. • Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to distribute oil. • Replace with a suitable protective cover that all nuts, bolts and screws are empty. • Never use plastic. BATTERY • Fully charge the battery for storage, do not store battery directly on stabilizer container. Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer. ENGINE OIL Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil...
...; Remove spark plug(s). • Pour one season to another. • Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to distribute oil. • Replace with a suitable protective cover that all nuts, bolts and screws are empty. • Never use plastic. BATTERY • Fully charge the battery for storage, do not store battery directly on stabilizer container. Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer. ENGINE OIL Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil...
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.... 9. Replace fuel filter. 8. Check all wiring. 14. Contact an authorized service center/department. Contact an authorized service center/department. Faulty spark plug. 7. Out of adjustment. Hard to start 1. Recharge or replace battery. 4. Loose/damaged part(s). 1. Engine flooded. 4. Attachment clutch is engaged. 3. Check/replace ignition switch. 8. Build-up of adjustment. 15. Dirty air filter. 5. Carburetor out of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Check oil level/change spark plug. 7. Clean engine air screen/fins. 12. Bent blade...
.... 9. Replace fuel filter. 8. Check all wiring. 14. Contact an authorized service center/department. Contact an authorized service center/department. Faulty spark plug. 7. Out of adjustment. Hard to start 1. Recharge or replace battery. 4. Loose/damaged part(s). 1. Engine flooded. 4. Attachment clutch is engaged. 3. Check/replace ignition switch. 8. Build-up of adjustment. 15. Dirty air filter. 5. Carburetor out of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Check oil level/change spark plug. 7. Clean engine air screen/fins. 12. Bent blade...
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... installed. 10. Tighten blade bolt. 7. Check/clean all connections. 3. Poor cut - Level mower deck. 3. Worn/damaged mower drive belt. 3. Replace mower drive belt. 3. Improper blades used. 11. Faulty operator-safety presence control system. Replace blade mandrel. 5. Mower deck not level. 5. Check wiring and connections. 5. Replace battery. 2. Place freewheel control in clutch mechanism. 2. Replace motion drive belt. 3. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes. Travel speed too fast. 3. Switch is "OFF". 2. Replace bulb...
... installed. 10. Tighten blade bolt. 7. Check/clean all connections. 3. Poor cut - Level mower deck. 3. Worn/damaged mower drive belt. 3. Replace mower drive belt. 3. Improper blades used. 11. Faulty operator-safety presence control system. Replace blade mandrel. 5. Mower deck not level. 5. Check wiring and connections. 5. Replace battery. 2. Place freewheel control in clutch mechanism. 2. Replace motion drive belt. 3. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes. Travel speed too fast. 3. Switch is "OFF". 2. Replace bulb...
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... 73510400 DESCRIPTION Control Throt /Ch Flag Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 Engine B&S Model 31M777 (Order Parts From Engine Manufacturer) Muffler Exhaust Gasket Tube Drain Oil Easy Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8 Shield Browning/Debris Guard Arrestor Spark Tank Fuel Cap Asm Fuel W/sym Vented Clamp Hose Blk Line Fuel 20" Plug Drain Oil Easy Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1/4-20 x 3/4 Screw Hex Wsh Thdrol 3/8-16 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16ga Screw Socket Head 5/16-18 x 1 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 Keps Nut Hex 1/4-20...
... 73510400 DESCRIPTION Control Throt /Ch Flag Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 Engine B&S Model 31M777 (Order Parts From Engine Manufacturer) Muffler Exhaust Gasket Tube Drain Oil Easy Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8 Shield Browning/Debris Guard Arrestor Spark Tank Fuel Cap Asm Fuel W/sym Vented Clamp Hose Blk Line Fuel 20" Plug Drain Oil Easy Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1/4-20 x 3/4 Screw Hex Wsh Thdrol 3/8-16 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16ga Screw Socket Head 5/16-18 x 1 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 Keps Nut Hex 1/4-20...
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - 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 1/2 Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 Unc x 1-3/4 Rod Roller Nose Retainer Spring Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 10 Ga. Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 Pin Head Rivet Bracket Asm. LH Rear Bar Adjusting Bracket Asm. Mandrel Assembly (Includes Housing, Shaft and Shaft Hardware Only-Pulley Not Included) Replacement Mower, Complete NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. MODEL NUMBER PDB1842STA MOWER DECK KEY...
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - 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 1/2 Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 Unc x 1-3/4 Rod Roller Nose Retainer Spring Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 10 Ga. Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 Pin Head Rivet Bracket Asm. LH Rear Bar Adjusting Bracket Asm. Mandrel Assembly (Includes Housing, Shaft and Shaft Hardware Only-Pulley Not Included) Replacement Mower, Complete NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. MODEL NUMBER PDB1842STA MOWER DECK KEY...