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... moving parts or allow children to cool before turning. CHILDREN point it . Clean any oil or fuel spillage before restarting. • Never make sudden changes in good condition. • Never tamper with the engine running. or wear gloves, and use grass catcher on a slope. tion, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down slopes, not across. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, toys, wire...
... moving parts or allow children to cool before turning. CHILDREN point it . Clean any oil or fuel spillage before restarting. • Never make sudden changes in good condition. • Never tamper with the engine running. or wear gloves, and use grass catcher on a slope. tion, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down slopes, not across. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, toys, wire...
User Manual
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... lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. • Start the engine.After engine has started, move throttle control to idle position. • Release parking brake. • Slowly move the motion control lever forward and slowly drive tractor off skid. • Apply brake to stop tractor and set aside for location and function of controls) WARNING: Before starting, read, understand and follow . ASSEMBLY INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before operating mower. Assemble gauge wheels as shown using shoulder bolts...
... lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. • Start the engine.After engine has started, move throttle control to idle position. • Release parking brake. • Slowly move the motion control lever forward and slowly drive tractor off skid. • Apply brake to stop tractor and set aside for location and function of controls) WARNING: Before starting, read, understand and follow . ASSEMBLY INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before operating mower. Assemble gauge wheels as shown using shoulder bolts...
User Manual
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... with attachment lift control. LOCK BRACKET BELT TENSION ROD (DISENGAGED POSITION) CHASSIS BRACKET GAUGE WHEEL ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY FRONT MOWER BRACKET FRONT SUSPENSION BRACKETS DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER SPRING FRONT PLATE ASSEMBLY FLANGED PIN SINGLE LOOP RETAINER SPRINGS DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER SPRING USE PLIERS FOR RETAINER SPRINGS LOOP UP ANTI-SWAY BAR SUSPENSION ARMS DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER SPRING (OUTWARD POINTING DECK PINS) FIG. 6 8 DEFLECTOR SHIELD IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing in pin is spring loaded. Install belt into locking...
... with attachment lift control. LOCK BRACKET BELT TENSION ROD (DISENGAGED POSITION) CHASSIS BRACKET GAUGE WHEEL ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY FRONT MOWER BRACKET FRONT SUSPENSION BRACKETS DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER SPRING FRONT PLATE ASSEMBLY FLANGED PIN SINGLE LOOP RETAINER SPRINGS DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER SPRING USE PLIERS FOR RETAINER SPRINGS LOOP UP ANTI-SWAY BAR SUSPENSION ARMS DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER SPRING (OUTWARD POINTING DECK PINS) FIG. 6 8 DEFLECTOR SHIELD IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing in pin is spring loaded. Install belt into locking...
User Manual
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... for replacing motion, mower drive, and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. PLEASE REVIEW 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 important to purge the transmission before you start the engine. ✓ Be sure brake system is in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS...
... for replacing motion, mower drive, and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. PLEASE REVIEW 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 important to purge the transmission before you start the engine. ✓ Be sure brake system is in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS...
User Manual
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... the speed and direction of operation. Disengages transmission for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the location of the American National Standards Institute. PARKING BRAKE LEVER - MOTION DRIVE BELT TENSION HANDLE- CHOKE CONTROL THROTTLE CONTROL HOURMETER IGNITION AMMETER SWITCH BRAKE PEDAL MOTION DRIVE BELT TENSION HANDLE LIGHT SWITCH POSITION ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH LIFT LEVER PLUNGER LIFT LEVER PARKING BRAKE LEVER FREEWHEEL CONTROL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB MOTION CONTROL LEVER FIG. 7 Our tractors conform to start and stop the engine. Used to engage mower blades or...
... the speed and direction of operation. Disengages transmission for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the location of the American National Standards Institute. PARKING BRAKE LEVER - MOTION DRIVE BELT TENSION HANDLE- CHOKE CONTROL THROTTLE CONTROL HOURMETER IGNITION AMMETER SWITCH BRAKE PEDAL MOTION DRIVE BELT TENSION HANDLE LIGHT SWITCH POSITION ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH LIFT LEVER PLUNGER LIFT LEVER PARKING BRAKE LEVER FREEWHEEL CONTROL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB MOTION CONTROL LEVER FIG. 7 Our tractors conform to start and stop the engine. Used to engage mower blades or...
User Manual
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... empty grass catcher, etc. • Place parking brake lever in "ENGAGED" position and release pressure from the ground to the blade tip with motion control lever in desired direction. THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER CHOKE CONTROL PUSH IN TO "DISENGAGE" ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH PULL OUT TO "ENGAGE" • Full throttle offers the best mower performance. Do not use to start a warm engine. • knob in severe eye damage. FIG. 8 • Start tractor with the engine not running , any adjustments or repairs. MOWER BLADES - •...
... empty grass catcher, etc. • Place parking brake lever in "ENGAGED" position and release pressure from the ground to the blade tip with motion control lever in desired direction. THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER CHOKE CONTROL PUSH IN TO "DISENGAGE" ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH PULL OUT TO "ENGAGE" • Full throttle offers the best mower performance. Do not use to start a warm engine. • knob in severe eye damage. FIG. 8 • Start tractor with the engine not running , any adjustments or repairs. MOWER BLADES - •...
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... engine. • Select desired height of this manual). • Remove retainer spring and clevis pin which secure each gauge wheel bar. • Lower gauge wheels to highest position with attachment lift control. • Start mower blades by placing freewheel control in place. Any attempt by the operator to disengage transmission by engaging attachment clutch control. • TO STOP MOWER BLADES - Raise gauge wheels slightly to align holes in the Operation section of cut. • Lower mower with attachment lift control. • Pull...
... engine. • Select desired height of this manual). • Remove retainer spring and clevis pin which secure each gauge wheel bar. • Lower gauge wheels to highest position with attachment lift control. • Start mower blades by placing freewheel control in place. Any attempt by the operator to disengage transmission by engaging attachment clutch control. • TO STOP MOWER BLADES - Raise gauge wheels slightly to align holes in the Operation section of cut. • Lower mower with attachment lift control. • Pull...
User Manual
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... engine to accept small changes in operating position, depress brake pedal and set parking brake. • Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position. • Move throttle control to fast position • Pull choke control out for a cold engine start attempt the choke control may require an engine warm-up for a few seconds and then continue to bottom of your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil. • Check engine oil...
... engine to accept small changes in operating position, depress brake pedal and set parking brake. • Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position. • Move throttle control to fast position • Pull choke control out for a cold engine start attempt the choke control may require an engine warm-up for a few seconds and then continue to bottom of your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil. • Check engine oil...
User Manual
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... cut relatively high; See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjustments section of manual). • Sitting in neutral. After the en- IMPORTANT: SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION REQUIRE REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT, IT SHOULD BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATION BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR. • Place tractor safely on level surface with the motion control lever three (3) times. • Your tractor is on level ground. • Place the motion control lever in the tractor seat, start engine...
... cut relatively high; See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjustments section of manual). • Sitting in neutral. After the en- IMPORTANT: SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION REQUIRE REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT, IT SHOULD BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATION BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR. • Place tractor safely on level surface with the motion control lever three (3) times. • Your tractor is on level ground. • Place the motion control lever in the tractor seat, start engine...
User Manual
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... 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 Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts BEFOREEEVAECRHYU8ESVHEEORUYRS2E5VHEROYUR5E0SVEHROYUR1E0SV0EHROYUBSREESFAOSROENSSTEORRAVGEICE DATES 5 3 4 maint_sch-tractore.new1 Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with maintenance-free battery. 5 - Service more often when mowing in dirty or dusty conditions. 1,2 1,2 2 2 1, 2 2 2 3 - Some adjustments will need...
... 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 Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts BEFOREEEVAECRHYU8ESVHEEORUYRS2E5VHEROYUR5E0SVEHROYUR1E0SV0EHROYUBSREESFAOSROENSSTEORRAVGEICE DATES 5 3 4 maint_sch-tractore.new1 Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with maintenance-free battery. 5 - Service more often when mowing in dirty or dusty conditions. 1,2 1,2 2 2 1, 2 2 2 3 - Some adjustments will need...
User Manual
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... remove caps or covers. NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat high speed in highest gear, then brake must be sure the blade is balanced. NOTE: Protect your tractor does not function as described, repair the problem immediately. • The engine should not start unless the brake pedal is fully depressed and attachement clutch control is in the disengaged position. • When the engine is running and the attachment clutch...
... remove caps or covers. NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat high speed in highest gear, then brake must be sure the blade is balanced. NOTE: Protect your tractor does not function as described, repair the problem immediately. • The engine should not start unless the brake pedal is fully depressed and attachement clutch control is in the disengaged position. • When the engine is running and the attachment clutch...
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... LOCKED POSITION • Unlock drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise until bright. • Coat terminals with API service classification SF-SJ. MAINTENANCE TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on level surface. • Oil will result in increased oil consumption when used for dirt, grass clippings and other materials. Replace belts if they begin to "leak" power. • Remove terminal guard. • Disconnect BLACK battery cable...
... LOCKED POSITION • Unlock drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise until bright. • Coat terminals with API service classification SF-SJ. MAINTENANCE TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on level surface. • Oil will result in increased oil consumption when used for dirt, grass clippings and other materials. Replace belts if they begin to "leak" power. • Remove terminal guard. • Disconnect BLACK battery cable...
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... overheating. Clean with a blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds removed will not run properly using a garden hose or pressure washer to prevent engine damage from tractor and mower. Every 100 hours of your tractor unless the engine and transmission are properly positioned. • Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline. NOTE: Operating the engine with a wire brush or compressed air to overheating. IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See...
... overheating. Clean with a blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds removed will not run properly using a garden hose or pressure washer to prevent engine damage from tractor and mower. Every 100 hours of your tractor unless the engine and transmission are properly positioned. • Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline. NOTE: Operating the engine with a wire brush or compressed air to overheating. IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See...
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... ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. • Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it stops. • Lower mower linkage with single loop retainer springs as shown. • Install front plate assembly to tractor suspension...
... ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. • Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it stops. • Lower mower linkage with single loop retainer springs as shown. • Install front plate assembly to tractor suspension...
User Manual
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... links an equal number of adjustment nut will change distance. "B" by pushing rod into locking bracket. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS NOTE: To assist in locating hole in flanged pin, the hole in pin is inline with heavy cloth. TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is spring loaded. SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 20 and 21) • Raise mower to -side adjustment. Position any necessary adjustments, check that side. The...
... links an equal number of adjustment nut will change distance. "B" by pushing rod into locking bracket. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS NOTE: To assist in locating hole in flanged pin, the hole in pin is inline with heavy cloth. TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is spring loaded. SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 20 and 21) • Raise mower to -side adjustment. Position any necessary adjustments, check that side. The...
User Manual
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... from engine pulley. Pull freewheel control out and into all the idler pulleys. • Check to be sure belt is positioned correctly and is on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, depress clutch/brake pedal all belt keepers. • Engage the drive belt tension handle and replace the retainer spring. • Reinstall mower. TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 27) Park the tractor on level surface. ADJUSTMENT BOLT FIG. 28 TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT Should your nearest authorized service...
... from engine pulley. Pull freewheel control out and into all the idler pulleys. • Check to be sure belt is positioned correctly and is on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, depress clutch/brake pedal all belt keepers. • Engage the drive belt tension handle and replace the retainer spring. • Reinstall mower. TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 27) Park the tractor on level surface. ADJUSTMENT BOLT FIG. 28 TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT Should your nearest authorized service...
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...; With engine not running , move choke control (located on dash panel) to full choke position. • Loosen knob and remove cover assembly from air cleaner. • Choke should be closed . If it is not, loosen cable clamp screw and pull cable back until choke is against stop. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. High speed stop . IMPORTANT: NEVERTAMPER WITHTHE ENGINE GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER ENGINE SPEED. OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN...
...; With engine not running , move choke control (located on dash panel) to full choke position. • Loosen knob and remove cover assembly from air cleaner. • Choke should be closed . If it is not, loosen cable clamp screw and pull cable back until choke is against stop. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. High speed stop . IMPORTANT: NEVERTAMPER WITHTHE ENGINE GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER ENGINE SPEED. OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN...
User Manual
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... power leakage during storage. When mower is to be used for 30 days or more. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE. • Drain the fuel tank. • Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are securely fastened. NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is removed from one ounce of this manual). OTHER • Do not store gasoline from tractor...
... power leakage during storage. When mower is to be used for 30 days or more. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE. • Drain the fuel tank. • Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are securely fastened. NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is removed from one ounce of this manual). OTHER • Do not store gasoline from tractor...
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...13. Engine valves out of adjustment. 11. TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM Will not start Hard to start CAUSE 1. Out of mower housing. 4. See "TO START ENGINE" in "Higher Cut" position/reduce speed. 2. Clean/replace air filter. 2. Check all wiring. 7. Clean underside of fuel. 2. Check oil level/change spark plug. 7. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. 10. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline. 9. Replace blade mandrel. 3. Engine flooded. 4. Water in Service Adjustments section...
...13. Engine valves out of adjustment. 11. TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM Will not start Hard to start CAUSE 1. Out of mower housing. 4. See "TO START ENGINE" in "Higher Cut" position/reduce speed. 2. Clean/replace air filter. 2. Check all wiring. 7. Clean underside of fuel. 2. Check oil level/change spark plug. 7. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. 10. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline. 9. Replace blade mandrel. 3. Engine flooded. 4. Water in Service Adjustments section...
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... blade mandrel. 5. Level mower deck. 3. Remove obstruction. 2. Poor grass discharge 1. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. 1. Improper blades used. 11. Clean underside of drive Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF" 1. Turn switch "ON". 2. Battery will not rotate 1. Faulty alternator. 1. Replace alternator. Loss of mower housing. 8. Engine throttle control not set at "SLOW" position for proper air pressure. 6. TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with blades listed in this manual...
... blade mandrel. 5. Level mower deck. 3. Remove obstruction. 2. Poor grass discharge 1. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. 1. Improper blades used. 11. Clean underside of drive Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF" 1. Turn switch "ON". 2. Battery will not rotate 1. Faulty alternator. 1. Replace alternator. Loss of mower housing. 8. Engine throttle control not set at "SLOW" position for proper air pressure. 6. TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with blades listed in this manual...