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... and others from serious injury. tight and keep equipment in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Check their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to cool before turning. weights or counterweights to wear, damage, and deterioration, which can touch hot exhaust / engine... the manufacturer's recommendations for wheel parts, when necessary. IV. They are flammable and vapors are subject to improve stability. • Mower blades are involved in daylight or good artificial light. • Do not operate the machine while under the watchful care of another responsible...
... and others from serious injury. tight and keep equipment in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Check their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to cool before turning. weights or counterweights to wear, damage, and deterioration, which can touch hot exhaust / engine... the manufacturer's recommendations for wheel parts, when necessary. IV. They are flammable and vapors are subject to improve stability. • Mower blades are involved in daylight or good artificial light. • Do not operate the machine while under the watchful care of another responsible...
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... will not have to stop or shift while on a slope. Always look behind before mowing. BECOME ALERT!!! SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers • Be sure the area is dangerous. WARNING Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of...
... will not have to stop or shift while on a slope. Always look behind before mowing. BECOME ALERT!!! SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers • Be sure the area is dangerous. WARNING Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of...
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... Pins Steering Wheel Insert (4) Washers 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga. Seat (4) Retainer Springs (double loop) (4) Locknuts 3/8-16 Nose Roller (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob (2) Flanged Pins Mower (1) Front Plate Assembly (2) Locknuts 5/16-18 Rod Retainer Spring Nose Roller Brackets (2) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 1 (2) Retainer Springs (single loop) (5) Retainer Springs (double loop) Keys...
... Pins Steering Wheel Insert (4) Washers 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga. Seat (4) Retainer Springs (double loop) (4) Locknuts 3/8-16 Nose Roller (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob (2) Flanged Pins Mower (1) Front Plate Assembly (2) Locknuts 5/16-18 Rod Retainer Spring Nose Roller Brackets (2) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 1 (2) Retainer Springs (single loop) (5) Retainer Springs (double loop) Keys...
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... securely. • Snap steering wheel insert into service after month and year indicated on all four corners of carton, and lay panels flat. • Remove mower and packing materials. • Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove. LABEL FIG. 2 6 Use the correct tools as necessary to steering shaft...
... securely. • Snap steering wheel insert into service after month and year indicated on all four corners of carton, and lay panels flat. • Remove mower and packing materials. • Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove. LABEL FIG. 2 6 Use the correct tools as necessary to steering shaft...
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...drive pedal and drive tractor off the skid. Continue with the instructions that gauge wheel bar aligning holes are properly adjusted to ensure optimum mower performance. • Slide gauge wheel bar down on seat in a well-ventilated area. Assemble gauge wheels as shown using shoulder bolts, ... adjustment knob. • Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of mower to tractor assembly, raise gauge wheels to highest position and retain with clevis pins and spring retainers. • Adjust gauge wheels before ...
...drive pedal and drive tractor off the skid. Continue with the instructions that gauge wheel bar aligning holes are properly adjusted to ensure optimum mower performance. • Slide gauge wheel bar down on seat in a well-ventilated area. Assemble gauge wheels as shown using shoulder bolts, ... adjustment knob. • Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of mower to tractor assembly, raise gauge wheels to highest position and retain with clevis pins and spring retainers. • Adjust gauge wheels before ...
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...head of this manual. Tighten securely. NOTE: Be sure bracket tabs are raised with deflector shield to give space between front mower brackets. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under tractor with attachment lift control. LOCK NUT HEX BOLT ROD TAB HOLE... "B" to align holes and insert flanged pins. BELT TENSION ROD (DISENGAGED POSITION) CHASSIS BRACKET LOCK BRACKET FRONT SUSPENSION BRACKETS FRONT MOWER BRACKET ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER SPRING FRONT PLATE ASSEMBLY GAUGE WHEEL FLANGED PIN SINGLE LOOP RETAINER SPRINGS DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER SPRING...
...head of this manual. Tighten securely. NOTE: Be sure bracket tabs are raised with deflector shield to give space between front mower brackets. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under tractor with attachment lift control. LOCK NUT HEX BOLT ROD TAB HOLE... "B" to align holes and insert flanged pins. BELT TENSION ROD (DISENGAGED POSITION) CHASSIS BRACKET LOCK BRACKET FRONT SUSPENSION BRACKETS FRONT MOWER BRACKET ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER SPRING FRONT PLATE ASSEMBLY GAUGE WHEEL FLANGED PIN SINGLE LOOP RETAINER SPRINGS DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER SPRING...
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...important for shipping purposes. Be sure they are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the factory). 3 Be sure mower deck is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline. 3 Become familiar with all belt keepers. 3 Check wiring. See "TO LEVEL...first time. Correct tire pressure is important to -rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly inflated for replacing motion, mower drive, and mower blade drive belts in the Operation section of this manual). 9 Verify that all connections are still secure and wires are routed correctly....
...important for shipping purposes. Be sure they are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the factory). 3 Be sure mower deck is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline. 3 Become familiar with all belt keepers. 3 Check wiring. See "TO LEVEL...first time. Correct tire pressure is important to -rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly inflated for replacing motion, mower drive, and mower blade drive belts in the Operation section of this manual). 9 Verify that all connections are still secure and wires are routed correctly....
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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 10 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 10 FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product.
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...MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH: Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor to set forward movement of battery. CHOKE CONTROL: Used when starting and ... desired speed without holding the forward drive pedal. 11 Indicates hours of the American National Standards Institute. Used to adjust the mower cutting height. Used for future reference. AMMETER IGNITION SWITCH CHOKE CONTROL HOURMETER THROTTLE CONTROL BRAKE PEDAL 0 60 60 AMPS ELAPSED ...
...MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH: Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor to set forward movement of battery. CHOKE CONTROL: Used when starting and ... desired speed without holding the forward drive pedal. 11 Indicates hours of the American National Standards Institute. Used to adjust the mower cutting height. Used for future reference. AMMETER IGNITION SWITCH CHOKE CONTROL HOURMETER THROTTLE CONTROL BRAKE PEDAL 0 60 60 AMPS ELAPSED ...
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...starting a cold engine. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is equipped with the engine running . To eliminate this possibility, always stop mower blades,move attachment clutch switch to "DISENGAGED" position. • To disengage the cruise control, pull the lever backward to stop ground drive... depressed to desired speed, move throttle control to slow position and allowing engine to "SET" position and hold tractor secure. TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 8) IMPORTANT: FORWARD AND REVERSE DRIVE PEDALS RETURN TO NEUTRAL POSITION WHEN NOT DEPRESSED. ENGINE - • ...
...starting a cold engine. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is equipped with the engine running . To eliminate this possibility, always stop mower blades,move attachment clutch switch to "DISENGAGED" position. • To disengage the cruise control, pull the lever backward to stop ground drive... depressed to desired speed, move throttle control to slow position and allowing engine to "SET" position and hold tractor secure. TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 8) IMPORTANT: FORWARD AND REVERSE DRIVE PEDALS RETURN TO NEUTRAL POSITION WHEN NOT DEPRESSED. ENGINE - • ...
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... drive across any slope. • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield in freewheeling position. Gauge wheels should be slightly off the ground. • Replace retainer spring into the...when towing. LOW POSITION PUSH IN TO "DISENGAGE" FIG. 10 13 NOTE:Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. • Adjust mower to disengage transmission by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of a load, while on a truck or a trailer, be sure to desired cutting...
... drive across any slope. • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield in freewheeling position. Gauge wheels should be slightly off the ground. • Replace retainer spring into the...when towing. LOW POSITION PUSH IN TO "DISENGAGE" FIG. 10 13 NOTE:Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. • Adjust mower to disengage transmission by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of a load, while on a truck or a trailer, be sure to desired cutting...
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...in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting. • When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right of mower should be properly leveled for five (5) seconds and release pedal. Regulate ground speed by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position (See "TO...system. • Shut- To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recommended that has been cut relatively high; See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the tractor seat, start engine. off and parking brake set parking brake. • Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in...
...in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting. • When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right of mower should be properly leveled for five (5) seconds and release pedal. Regulate ground speed by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position (See "TO...system. • Shut- To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recommended that has been cut relatively high; See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the tractor seat, start engine. off and parking brake set parking brake. • Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in...
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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 BEFOREEEVAECRHYU8ESVHEEORUYRS2E5VHEROYUR5E0SVEHROYUR1E0SV0EHROYUBSREESFAOSROEN STORAGE SERVICE DATES 5 3 4 Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine...
... 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 BEFOREEEVAECRHYU8ESVHEEORUYRS2E5VHEROYUR5E0SVEHROYUR1E0SV0EHROYUBSREESFAOSROEN STORAGE SERVICE DATES 5 3 4 Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine...
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... remove caps or covers. NOTE: Protect your local parts dealer. However, periodic charging of electrolyte is balanced. BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be sharpened with balancer.) NOTE: Do not use . but are working properly. NOTE: The original equipment battery on to slow... Replace bent or damaged blades. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 13) • Raise mower to highest position to allow access to keep the blade balanced. BLADE MANDREL ASSEMBLY CENTER HOLE BLADE BOLT (SPECIAL) STAR FIG. 13 IMPORTANT...
... remove caps or covers. NOTE: Protect your local parts dealer. However, periodic charging of electrolyte is balanced. BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be sharpened with balancer.) NOTE: Do not use . but are working properly. NOTE: The original equipment battery on to slow... Replace bent or damaged blades. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 13) • Raise mower to highest position to allow access to keep the blade balanced. BLADE MANDREL ASSEMBLY CENTER HOLE BLADE BOLT (SPECIAL) STAR FIG. 13 IMPORTANT...
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... • Install front plate assembly to its highest position. • Slide mower forward and remove belt from electric clutch pulley. • Slide mower out from under right side of mower deck. • Slide mower under tractor with single loop retainer springs as shown. • Position front ... • Swing anti-sway bar to left side of tractor. BELT TENSION ROD (DISENGAGED POSITION) CHASSIS BRACKET SUSPENSION ARMS FRONT MOWER BRACKET ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY FRONT PLATE ASSEMBLY DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER SPRING RETAINER SPRING USE PLIERS FOR RETAINER SPRINGS LOOP UP ANTI-SWAY BAR ...
... • Install front plate assembly to its highest position. • Slide mower forward and remove belt from electric clutch pulley. • Slide mower out from under right side of mower deck. • Slide mower under tractor with single loop retainer springs as shown. • Position front ... • Swing anti-sway bar to left side of tractor. BELT TENSION ROD (DISENGAGED POSITION) CHASSIS BRACKET SUSPENSION ARMS FRONT MOWER BRACKET ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY FRONT PLATE ASSEMBLY DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER SPRING RETAINER SPRING USE PLIERS FOR RETAINER SPRINGS LOOP UP ANTI-SWAY BAR ...
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...bracket. Distance "A" on both front links are equal in length. • If links are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of mower, loosen lift link adjustment nut on level ground or driveway. Have a tight grip on rod and engage slowly. • Connect anti-.../or wrap blade with double loop retainer spring. • If equipped, turn of turns. Position any necessary adjustments, check that both sides of mower should be the same. • If adjustment is 1/8" to highest position. MANDREL "B" "B" FIG. 22 BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN...
...bracket. Distance "A" on both front links are equal in length. • If links are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of mower, loosen lift link adjustment nut on level ground or driveway. Have a tight grip on rod and engage slowly. • Connect anti-.../or wrap blade with double loop retainer spring. • If equipped, turn of turns. Position any necessary adjustments, check that both sides of mower should be the same. • If adjustment is 1/8" to highest position. MANDREL "B" "B" FIG. 22 BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN...
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... carefully. • Carefully check belt routing making sure belt is in all grooves properly. • Reinstall L.H. MANDREL FIG. 24 IDLER PULLEY TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 25) Park the tractor on a level surface. mandrel cover and remove cover. • Carefully roll belt off L.H. mandrel... R.H. Tighten nut "C" on both front links. • Recheck side-to primary idler arm and spring arm. suspension arm to tractor (See "INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT" in the Assembly section of R.H. Make sure belt is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at high speed in highest gear on a level dry...
... carefully. • Carefully check belt routing making sure belt is in all grooves properly. • Reinstall L.H. MANDREL FIG. 24 IDLER PULLEY TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 25) Park the tractor on a level surface. mandrel cover and remove cover. • Carefully roll belt off L.H. mandrel... R.H. Tighten nut "C" on both front links. • Recheck side-to primary idler arm and spring arm. suspension arm to tractor (See "INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT" in the Assembly section of R.H. Make sure belt is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at high speed in highest gear on a level dry...
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TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left footrest. • Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in the Operation section of this manual. DO NOT TOUCH THIS NUT. Engage parking brake. Insert square key. • Replace washers and snap retaining ring ...
TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left footrest. • Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in the Operation section of this manual. DO NOT TOUCH THIS NUT. Engage parking brake. Insert square key. • Replace washers and snap retaining ring ...
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.... Do not use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may reach an open flame or spark. When mower is to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container. ALSO, EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL...STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to cool before painting. TRACTOR Remove mower from one ounce of time, clean it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are securely fastened. Add stabilizer to be stored for...
.... Do not use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may reach an open flame or spark. When mower is to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container. ALSO, EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL...STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to cool before painting. TRACTOR Remove mower from one ounce of time, clean it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are securely fastened. Add stabilizer to be stored for...
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...3. Clean/replace air filter. 6. Contact an authorized service center/department. Dirty air filter. 2. Bad spark plug. 3. Engine valves out of mower housing. 4. Engine will not start . 4. Check all wiring. 14. Contact an authorized service center/department. Cutting too much grass/too fast... Clean/replace muffler. 13. Loose/damaged part(s). 1. Dirty fuel filter. 7. Engine valves out of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Wait several minutes before attempting to start CAUSE 1. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline. 9. Brake ...
...3. Clean/replace air filter. 6. Contact an authorized service center/department. Dirty air filter. 2. Bad spark plug. 3. Engine valves out of mower housing. 4. Engine will not start . 4. Check all wiring. 14. Contact an authorized service center/department. Cutting too much grass/too fast... Clean/replace muffler. 13. Loose/damaged part(s). 1. Dirty fuel filter. 7. Engine valves out of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Wait several minutes before attempting to start CAUSE 1. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline. 9. Brake ...