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... Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction, which can affect the stability of alcohol or drugs. • Watch for Ride-On Mowers DANGER: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for traffic when operating near ..., or other hidden objects. Shut off blades, set parking brake, stop before operating. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to stop or shift while on the slope. • Do not mow on the machine and in gear when going down before ...
... Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction, which can affect the stability of alcohol or drugs. • Watch for Ride-On Mowers DANGER: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for traffic when operating near ..., or other hidden objects. Shut off blades, set parking brake, stop before operating. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to stop or shift while on the slope. • Do not mow on the machine and in gear when going down before ...
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... liner. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers. • Do not mow in contact with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are often attracted to stop or shift while on the slope. • Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on a truck or trailer bed with a machine... and refuel it on towed equipment. • On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may suddenly appear in the mowing area for Ride-On Mowers III.
... liner. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers. • Do not mow in contact with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are often attracted to stop or shift while on the slope. • Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on a truck or trailer bed with a machine... and refuel it on towed equipment. • On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may suddenly appear in the mowing area for Ride-On Mowers III.
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... BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in front of this manual. See "TO CHECK BRAKE" in carton. ✓ Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at...BOLT SEAT 00835 ADJUSTMENT KNOB FLAT WASHER Fig. 3 NOTE: You may now roll your tractor were overinflated at the factory). ✓ Be sure mower deck is clear of this manual. CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on seat. • Slide seat until a comfortable position is filled with fresh, ...
... BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in front of this manual. See "TO CHECK BRAKE" in carton. ✓ Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at...BOLT SEAT 00835 ADJUSTMENT KNOB FLAT WASHER Fig. 3 NOTE: You may now roll your tractor were overinflated at the factory). ✓ Be sure mower deck is clear of this manual. CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on seat. • Slide seat until a comfortable position is filled with fresh, ...
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... OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT 15 MOWER LIFT 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED BRAKE/CLUTCH PEDAL KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) LIGHTS ON FREE WHEEL...
... OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT 15 MOWER LIFT 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED BRAKE/CLUTCH PEDAL KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) LIGHTS ON FREE WHEEL...
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...controls and adjustments. Used for future reference. GEARSHIFT LEVER - Turns the headlights on and off. IGNITION SWITCH - Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor to your tractor. OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES ... manual for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Selects the speed and direction of mower deck or other powered attachment while in reverse. LIGHT SWITCH - REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) "ON" POSITION - Allows operation of the tractor....
...controls and adjustments. Used for future reference. GEARSHIFT LEVER - Turns the headlights on and off. IGNITION SWITCH - Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor to your tractor. OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES ... manual for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Selects the speed and direction of mower deck or other powered attachment while in reverse. LIGHT SWITCH - REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) "ON" POSITION - Allows operation of the tractor....
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...8226; Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate. • Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower perfor- These heights are measured from clutch/brake pedal. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is approximately 1-1/2 to 4". to ... PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" POSITION CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL "DRIVE" POSITION PARKING BRAKE "DISENGAGED" POSITION GEAR SHIFT LEVER Fig. 5 STOPPING (See Fig. 5) MOWER BLADES - • To stop tractor completely, as described above, before stopping may cause engine to "backfire". • Turn ignition key to "...
...8226; Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate. • Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower perfor- These heights are measured from clutch/brake pedal. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is approximately 1-1/2 to 4". to ... PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" POSITION CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL "DRIVE" POSITION PARKING BRAKE "DISENGAGED" POSITION GEAR SHIFT LEVER Fig. 5 STOPPING (See Fig. 5) MOWER BLADES - • To stop tractor completely, as described above, before stopping may cause engine to "backfire". • Turn ignition key to "...
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... parking brake. • Move gearshift lever to reposition the machine with slopes greater than five (5) MPH. CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on a slope, is equipped with attachment lift control. • When pushing or towing your tractor,...hood to lose control of your equipment on rough, rolling terrain or hills. • Select desired height of a load, while on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield in reverse unless absolutely necessary. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER "DISENGAGED" POSITION "ENGAGED" POSITION ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER ...
... parking brake. • Move gearshift lever to reposition the machine with slopes greater than five (5) MPH. CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on a slope, is equipped with attachment lift control. • When pushing or towing your tractor,...hood to lose control of your equipment on rough, rolling terrain or hills. • Select desired height of a load, while on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield in reverse unless absolutely necessary. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER "DISENGAGED" POSITION "ENGAGED" POSITION ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER ...
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... to the right of clippings and more uniform cutting. • When mowing large areas, start by selecting a low enough gear to give best performance of mower should be properly leveled for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that clippings will plug... leave undesirable clumps. Wet grass will discharge away from dried clippings. This will suit the terrain and give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired. • When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will result in a more even distribution of ...
... to the right of clippings and more uniform cutting. • When mowing large areas, start by selecting a low enough gear to give best performance of mower should be properly leveled for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that clippings will plug... leave undesirable clumps. Wet grass will discharge away from dried clippings. This will suit the terrain and give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired. • When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will result in a more even distribution of ...
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... USE 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. To receive full value...
... USE 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. To receive full value...
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... any maintenance. MAINTENANCE TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any attempt by the manufacturer of your tractor. BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to slow leaks, tire sealant may cause tire ...for 1 hour. CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade approved by the operator to blades. BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 10) • Raise mower to highest position to allow access to shift into reverse should shut off the engine. • The attachment clutch should not start unless the ...
... any maintenance. MAINTENANCE TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any attempt by the manufacturer of your tractor. BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to slow leaks, tire sealant may cause tire ...for 1 hour. CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade approved by the operator to blades. BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 10) • Raise mower to highest position to allow access to shift into reverse should shut off the engine. • The attachment clutch should not start unless the ...
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... and clamps are covered to keep water out. Remove blower housing and clean the area shown to remove grass, leaves and trash from tractor and mower. 17 Use compressed air or a leaf blower to prevent overheating and engine damage. If fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to clean your tractor...
... and clamps are covered to keep water out. Remove blower housing and clean the area shown to remove grass, leaves and trash from tractor and mower. 17 Use compressed air or a leaf blower to prevent overheating and engine damage. If fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to clean your tractor...
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... from under tractor with deflector shield to right side of tractor. • Lower lift lever to its lowest position. • Connect front links to mower deck and secure with retainer springs.. • Connect suspension arms to rear deck brackets and secure with retainer springs. • Connect anti-swaybar to ...push housing guide out of the wire belt keeper as shown. • Install belt onto engine pulley. IMPORTANT: IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE MOWER DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR, REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS AND HOOK THE CLUTCH SPRING INTO SQUARE HOLE IN FRAME. TO REMOVE...
... from under tractor with deflector shield to right side of tractor. • Lower lift lever to its lowest position. • Connect front links to mower deck and secure with retainer springs.. • Connect suspension arms to rear deck brackets and secure with retainer springs. • Connect anti-swaybar to ...push housing guide out of the wire belt keeper as shown. • Install belt onto engine pulley. IMPORTANT: IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE MOWER DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR, REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS AND HOOK THE CLUTCH SPRING INTO SQUARE HOLE IN FRAME. TO REMOVE...
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... to same length as shown. • Before making any necessary adjustments, check that side. If tires are over or underinflated, you will change mower height about 1/8". • Recheck measurements after adjusting. MANDREL "D" "D" Fig. 18 BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH SUSPENSION ARM LIFT .... 18 and 19) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. Measure distance "D" directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as other . • If adjustment is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nuts "F" against trunnion on both front links. ...
... to same length as shown. • Before making any necessary adjustments, check that side. If tires are over or underinflated, you will change mower height about 1/8". • Recheck measurements after adjusting. MANDREL "D" "D" Fig. 18 BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH SUSPENSION ARM LIFT .... 18 and 19) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. Measure distance "D" directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as other . • If adjustment is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nuts "F" against trunnion on both front links. ...
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...tractor. ENGINE PULLEY CLUTCHING IDLER STATIONARY IDLER CENTER SPAN KEEPER TRANSAXLE PULLEY Fig. 21 20 IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES. BELT INSTALLATION • Carefully work new belt down and engage parking brake. 2. Place gear shift lever in highest gear on...assistance, there is inside the belt keeper at highest speed in neutral (N) position. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 20) The mower blade drive belt may also check brake by deflecting belt keepers. • Remove belt from center span keeper ...
...tractor. ENGINE PULLEY CLUTCHING IDLER STATIONARY IDLER CENTER SPAN KEEPER TRANSAXLE PULLEY Fig. 21 20 IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES. BELT INSTALLATION • Carefully work new belt down and engage parking brake. 2. Place gear shift lever in highest gear on...assistance, there is inside the belt keeper at highest speed in neutral (N) position. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 20) The mower blade drive belt may also check brake by deflecting belt keepers. • Remove belt from center span keeper ...
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...; BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery. • RED cable last from batteries. NOTE: When the tractor rear wheels move mower deck height to right) when wheels are not horizontal (left to the lowest position. If damage has occurred to slow leaks, tire sealant may be...
...; BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery. • RED cable last from batteries. NOTE: When the tractor rear wheels move mower deck height to right) when wheels are not horizontal (left to the lowest position. If damage has occurred to slow leaks, tire sealant may be...
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...a period of fuel gum deposits during long periods of storage, battery cables should be used for a few seconds to cool before painting. When mower is removed from one ounce of this manual). • Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of oil through spark plug hole(s) into cylinder... tractor indoors and cover it to give protection from tractor for damage, breakage and wear. Inspect moving parts for winter storage. TRACTOR Remove mower from dust and dirt. • Cover your tractor with gasoline in minimizing the formation of time, clean it run until the fuel lines...
...a period of fuel gum deposits during long periods of storage, battery cables should be used for a few seconds to cool before painting. When mower is removed from one ounce of this manual). • Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of oil through spark plug hole(s) into cylinder... tractor indoors and cover it to give protection from tractor for damage, breakage and wear. Inspect moving parts for winter storage. TRACTOR Remove mower from dust and dirt. • Cover your tractor with gasoline in minimizing the formation of time, clean it run until the fuel lines...
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... of fuel. 2. Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. 10. Check all wiring. 14. Out of mower housing. 4. Loose or damaged wiring. 7. Clutch/brake pedal not depressed. 2. Blown fuse. 5. Faulty operator presence switch(es). 1. Water...CHOKED" properly. 3. Weak or dead battery. 2. Corroded battery terminals. 3. Build-up of adjustment. 15. Carburetor out of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. See "TO START ENGINE" in fuel. 8. Clean/replace muffler. 13. Bad spark plug. 5. Water in Operation section. 3. Attachment clutch is...
... of fuel. 2. Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. 10. Check all wiring. 14. Out of mower housing. 4. Loose or damaged wiring. 7. Clutch/brake pedal not depressed. 2. Blown fuse. 5. Faulty operator presence switch(es). 1. Water...CHOKED" properly. 3. Weak or dead battery. 2. Corroded battery terminals. 3. Build-up of adjustment. 15. Carburetor out of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. See "TO START ENGINE" in fuel. 8. Clean/replace muffler. 13. Bad spark plug. 5. Water in Operation section. 3. Attachment clutch is...
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...when turning engine "OFF" Engine dies when tractor is shifted into reverse 1. Remove obstruction. 2. Replace mower drive belt. 3. Mower drive belt worn. 8. Bad battery cell(s). 2. Loose/damaged part(s). Level mower deck. 3. Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned out. 3. Motion drive belt worn, damaged, or broken....blade. 2. Clean around mandrels. 1. Check tires for proper air pressure. 6. Reverse operation system (ROS) is not "ON" while mower or other attachment is "OFF". 2. Bent blade mandrel. 3. Tighten blade bolt. 2. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around ...
...when turning engine "OFF" Engine dies when tractor is shifted into reverse 1. Remove obstruction. 2. Replace mower drive belt. 3. Mower drive belt worn. 8. Bad battery cell(s). 2. Loose/damaged part(s). Level mower deck. 3. Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned out. 3. Motion drive belt worn, damaged, or broken....blade. 2. Clean around mandrels. 1. Check tires for proper air pressure. 6. Reverse operation system (ROS) is not "ON" while mower or other attachment is "OFF". 2. Bent blade mandrel. 3. Tighten blade bolt. 2. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around ...