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... for traffic when operating near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. IV. Do not smoke. - Check their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to wear, damage, and deterioration, which can touch hot exhaust / engine parts and burn. Repair, if necessary, before dismounting...carry passengers. • Do not mow in good condition. • Never tamper with safe machine operation. • Never allow the mower deck to the machine and the mowing activity. These operators should evaluate their proper operation regularly. • Keep machine free of grass ...
... for traffic when operating near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. IV. Do not smoke. - Check their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to wear, damage, and deterioration, which can touch hot exhaust / engine parts and burn. Repair, if necessary, before dismounting...carry passengers. • Do not mow in good condition. • Never tamper with safe machine operation. • Never allow the mower deck to the machine and the mowing activity. These operators should evaluate their proper operation regularly. • Keep machine free of grass ...
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...; Mow up , transporting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug. Look for Ride-On Mowers • Be sure the area is dangerous. Operate only at the lowest possible speed when on a slope, is clear of a load, while on a slope. Too...
...; Mow up , transporting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug. Look for Ride-On Mowers • Be sure the area is dangerous. Operate only at the lowest possible speed when on a slope, is clear of a load, while on a slope. Too...
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...6 amps). ✓ Seat is important for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to -rear for shipping purposes. YOUR MOWER CAME FACTORY EQUIPPED WITH HIGH PERFORMANCE BLADES, WHICH ARE THE BEST BLADES FOR BAGGING AND DISCHARGING. Correct tire pressure is adjusted comfortably and ...; All assembly instructions have been completed. ✓ No remaining loose parts in the Opera- 8 tion section of this manual). Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory. ✓ Engine oil is at the factory for best cutting results...
...6 amps). ✓ Seat is important for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to -rear for shipping purposes. YOUR MOWER CAME FACTORY EQUIPPED WITH HIGH PERFORMANCE BLADES, WHICH ARE THE BEST BLADES FOR BAGGING AND DISCHARGING. Correct tire pressure is adjusted comfortably and ...; All assembly instructions have been completed. ✓ No remaining loose parts in the Opera- 8 tion section of this manual). Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory. ✓ Engine oil is at the factory for best cutting results...
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BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT ATTACHMENT REVERSE CLUTCH ENGAGED NEUTRAL HIGH P LOW PARKING BRAKE 15 15 15 IGNITION ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY 9 FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.
BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT ATTACHMENT REVERSE CLUTCH ENGAGED NEUTRAL HIGH P LOW PARKING BRAKE 15 15 15 IGNITION ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY 9 FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.
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...for starting and stopping the engine. MOTION CONTROL LEVER: Selects the speed and direction of battery. LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to adjust the mower cutting height. 10 HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB - Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position. CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for controlling engine... position. Save this manual for future reference. Used when starting the engine. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of the American National Standards Institute.
...for starting and stopping the engine. MOTION CONTROL LEVER: Selects the speed and direction of battery. LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to adjust the mower cutting height. 10 HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB - Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position. CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for controlling engine... position. Save this manual for future reference. Used when starting the engine. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of the American National Standards Institute.
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...• Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate. • Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower perfor- CHOKE CONTROL LEVER THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER "BRAKE" POSITION ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER "ENGAGED" POSITION IGNITION KEY "DISENGAGED" POSITION PARKING BRAKE...CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL "DRIVE" HEIGHT POSITION ADJUSTMENT KNOB MOTION CONTROL LEVER PARKING BRAKE "DISENGAGED" POSITION FIG. 6 STOPPING (See Fig. 6) MOWER BLADES • To stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas. mance. may cause engine to "backfire". • Turn ignition key...
...• Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate. • Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower perfor- CHOKE CONTROL LEVER THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER "BRAKE" POSITION ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER "ENGAGED" POSITION IGNITION KEY "DISENGAGED" POSITION PARKING BRAKE...CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL "DRIVE" HEIGHT POSITION ADJUSTMENT KNOB MOTION CONTROL LEVER PARKING BRAKE "DISENGAGED" POSITION FIG. 6 STOPPING (See Fig. 6) MOWER BLADES • To stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas. mance. may cause engine to "backfire". • Turn ignition key...
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.../brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake. • Move motion control lever to desired cutting height (See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation section of tractor. • Raise attachment lift to highest position with shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer, and 3/8-16... adjusted when they are slightly off the engine. • Select desired height of cut relatively high; Make the first cut . • Lower mower with slopes greater than two (2) MPH. • To reengage transmission, reverse above procedure. TO TRANSPORT (See Figs. 5 and 9) When pushing...
.../brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake. • Move motion control lever to desired cutting height (See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation section of tractor. • Raise attachment lift to highest position with shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer, and 3/8-16... adjusted when they are slightly off the engine. • Select desired height of cut relatively high; Make the first cut . • Lower mower with slopes greater than two (2) MPH. • To reengage transmission, reverse above procedure. TO TRANSPORT (See Figs. 5 and 9) When pushing...
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.... The air is running , move throttle control to full reverse position and hold for the first time. MOWING TIPS • Mower should be pulled out slightly. Allow grass to dry before operating tractor for five (5) seconds. To ensure proper operation and performance,... Regulate ground speed by placing freewheel control in driving position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section of this procedure there will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. Shutoff engine and set . • Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position (See "TO ...
.... The air is running , move throttle control to full reverse position and hold for the first time. MOWING TIPS • Mower should be pulled out slightly. Allow grass to dry before operating tractor for five (5) seconds. To ensure proper operation and performance,... Regulate ground speed by placing freewheel control in driving position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section of this procedure there will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. Shutoff engine and set . • Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position (See "TO ...
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... lawn is wet. Mow north to south one -third of the grass blades (See Fig. 11). OPERATION MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH. For extremely heavy mulching, reduce your lawn when it is the early afternoon. The best time to... grass has dried and the newly cut on each pass and mow slowly. • Certain types of grass and grass conditions may require that the mower cuts off only the top one week then change to east to week. This will disperse into the grass and not be mulched a second time...
... lawn is wet. Mow north to south one -third of the grass blades (See Fig. 11). OPERATION MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH. For extremely heavy mulching, reduce your lawn when it is the early afternoon. The best time to... grass has dried and the newly cut on each pass and mow slowly. • Certain types of grass and grass conditions may require that the mower cuts off only the top one week then change to east to week. This will disperse into the grass and not be mulched a second time...
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... 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 Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts BEFOREEEVAECRHYU8ESVHEEORUYRS2E5VHEROYUR5E0SVEHROYUR1E0SV0EHROYUBSREESFAOSROENSSTEORRAVGEICE DATES 5 3 4 Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with...
... 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 Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts BEFOREEEVAECRHYU8ESVHEEORUYRS2E5VHEROYUR5E0SVEHROYUR1E0SV0EHROYUBSREESFAOSROENSSTEORRAVGEICE DATES 5 3 4 Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with...
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... can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage. BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the seat. torque). An unbalanced blade will need a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or... using a cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied with balancer). The lobes of the center hole may be sharpened with a file or on the mower. • To check blade balance, you do not recommend sharpening blade - Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. IMPORTANT: TO ...
... can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage. BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the seat. torque). An unbalanced blade will need a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or... using a cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied with balancer). The lobes of the center hole may be sharpened with a file or on the mower. • To check blade balance, you do not recommend sharpening blade - Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. IMPORTANT: TO ...
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...Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come 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 lift clutch spring off pulley bolt. •...8226; Place attachment clutch in contact with large retainer spring. • 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. TRACTOR TO ...
...Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come 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 lift clutch spring off pulley bolt. •...8226; Place attachment clutch in contact with large retainer spring. • 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. TRACTOR TO ...
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... trunnion on both front links. • Recheck side-to ground. The two front links must remain equal in length, adjust one side of mower, loosen lift link adjustment nut on that the front is approximately 1/8" to its highest position. Check adjustment on both front links an equal number... "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). IF THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TOSIDE. NUT "F" TRUNNION FRONT LINKS FIG. 22 21 NUT "E" NOTE: Three full turns of adjustment nut will not properly...
... trunnion on both front links. • Recheck side-to ground. The two front links must remain equal in length, adjust one side of mower, loosen lift link adjustment nut on that the front is approximately 1/8" to its highest position. Check adjustment on both front links an equal number... "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). IF THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TOSIDE. NUT "F" TRUNNION FRONT LINKS FIG. 22 21 NUT "E" NOTE: Three full turns of adjustment nut will not properly...
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... BELT INSTALLATION • Work belt around both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys. • Pull belt away from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of manual). If stopping distance is still greater than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, ...on level surface. NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt and position of all belt guides and keepers. • Install mower (See "TO INSTALL MOWER" in this section of manual). ENGINE PULLEY CLUTCHING IDLER STATIONARY IDLER TRANSMISSION INPUT PULLEY CENTER SPAN KEEPER OPERATING ARM DO NOT...
... BELT INSTALLATION • Work belt around both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys. • Pull belt away from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of manual). If stopping distance is still greater than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, ...on level surface. NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt and position of all belt guides and keepers. • Install mower (See "TO INSTALL MOWER" in this section of manual). ENGINE PULLEY CLUTCHING IDLER STATIONARY IDLER TRANSMISSION INPUT PULLEY CENTER SPAN KEEPER OPERATING ARM DO NOT...
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... in the direction it should not be necessary. • Loosen adjustment bolt in front of this manual. After above steps until tractor does not move mower deck height to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steering wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Operation section of the right rear...
... in the direction it should not be necessary. • Loosen adjustment bolt in front of this manual. After above steps until tractor does not move mower deck height to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steering wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Operation section of the right rear...
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STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. When mower is to be stored for a period of the season or if the tractor will not be disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "... Replace your gasoline can if your tractor with gasoline in the fuel tank or permanent damage may reach an open flame or spark. TRACTOR Remove mower from one ounce of this manual). • After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place cables where they cannot come in contact with battery terminals...
STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. When mower is to be stored for a period of the season or if the tractor will not be disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "... Replace your gasoline can if your tractor with gasoline in the fuel tank or permanent damage may reach an open flame or spark. TRACTOR Remove mower from one ounce of this manual). • After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place cables where they cannot come in contact with battery terminals...
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... Adjust Carburetor" in "Higher Cut" position/reduce speed. 2. Tighten blade bolt. 2. TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM Will not start 1. Out of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Water in Service Adjustments section. 8. CORRECTION 1. Clean/replace air filter. 6. Check all wiring. 9. Bad spark plug. 3. Loose or damaged wiring. 7. ... solenoid or starter. Cutting too much grass/too fast. 2. Build-up of fuel. 2. Faulty spark plug. 7. Engine valves out of mower housing. 4. Clean underside of adjustment. 1. Clean/replace air filter. 5. Tighten loose part(s).
... Adjust Carburetor" in "Higher Cut" position/reduce speed. 2. Tighten blade bolt. 2. TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM Will not start 1. Out of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Water in Service Adjustments section. 8. CORRECTION 1. Clean/replace air filter. 6. Check all wiring. 9. Bad spark plug. 3. Loose or damaged wiring. 7. ... solenoid or starter. Cutting too much grass/too fast. 2. Build-up of fuel. 2. Faulty spark plug. 7. Engine valves out of mower housing. 4. Clean underside of adjustment. 1. Clean/replace air filter. 5. Tighten loose part(s).
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..., switches and connections. Poor cut - uneven 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Mower deck not level. 3. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Bent blade mandrel. 5. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of drive Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF" 1....28 Obstruction in this manual. 11. Frozen blade mandrel. 1. Remove obstruction. 2. Replace mower drive belt. 3. Replace blade mandrel. Engine speed too slow. 2. Wet grass. 4. Mower deck not level. 5. Blades improperly installed. 10. Improper blades used. 11. Shift ...
..., switches and connections. Poor cut - uneven 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Mower deck not level. 3. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Bent blade mandrel. 5. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of drive Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF" 1....28 Obstruction in this manual. 11. Frozen blade mandrel. 1. Remove obstruction. 2. Replace mower drive belt. 3. Replace blade mandrel. Engine speed too slow. 2. Wet grass. 4. Mower deck not level. 5. Blades improperly installed. 10. Improper blades used. 11. Shift ...
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MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STG PRODUCT NO. 954 56 67-82 CHASSIS KEY PART NO. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 33 DESCRIPTION 1 174619 Chassis 2 176554 Drawbar 3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 X .75 5 155272 ... Lh 34 179717X428 Footrest Pnt Rh 35 72110606 Bolt Rdhd Sht Sqnk 3/8-16 x 3/4 37 17490508 Screw Thdrol 6/16-18 x 1/2 TYT 38 175710 Bracket Asm Pivot Mower Rear 51 73800400 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 1/4-20 52 19091416 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga. 53 144697 Bracjet Grukke Lh 54 161464 Screw Hex Wshd 8-18...
MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STG PRODUCT NO. 954 56 67-82 CHASSIS KEY PART NO. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 33 DESCRIPTION 1 174619 Chassis 2 176554 Drawbar 3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 X .75 5 155272 ... Lh 34 179717X428 Footrest Pnt Rh 35 72110606 Bolt Rdhd Sht Sqnk 3/8-16 x 3/4 37 17490508 Screw Thdrol 6/16-18 x 1/2 TYT 38 175710 Bracket Asm Pivot Mower Rear 51 73800400 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 1/4-20 52 19091416 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga. 53 144697 Bracjet Grukke Lh 54 161464 Screw Hex Wshd 8-18...
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...Mandrel Assembly (Includes Housing Shaft and Shaft Hardware Only - inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 43 Screw 3/8-16 x .75 Arm Spring Brake Mower Bracket Arm Idler 42" Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable Pulley Idler Flat Bolt Carriage Idler Spring Extension Spring Return Idler Retainer Spring Yellow Washer 9/...32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. Pulley Not Included) Replacement Mower, Complete NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STG PRODUCT NO. 954 56 67-82 MOWER DECK KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 10 11 13 14 15 16 18 19 ...
...Mandrel Assembly (Includes Housing Shaft and Shaft Hardware Only - inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 43 Screw 3/8-16 x .75 Arm Spring Brake Mower Bracket Arm Idler 42" Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable Pulley Idler Flat Bolt Carriage Idler Spring Extension Spring Return Idler Retainer Spring Yellow Washer 9/...32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. Pulley Not Included) Replacement Mower, Complete NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STG PRODUCT NO. 954 56 67-82 MOWER DECK KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 10 11 13 14 15 16 18 19 ...