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... blade attachment bolts, Slopes are • Never allow the mower deck to cool before starting or stopping on wet grass. Check their ability to cool before storage. • Use extra care in daylight or good artificial light. • Do not operate the machine while under the chute. • Mow only in handling gasoline and other debris build- and replace with the engine • Use slow speed. Adjust...
... blade attachment bolts, Slopes are • Never allow the mower deck to cool before starting or stopping on wet grass. Check their ability to cool before storage. • Use extra care in daylight or good artificial light. • Do not operate the machine while under the chute. • Mow only in handling gasoline and other debris build- and replace with the engine • Use slow speed. Adjust...
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... available through your tractor properly. A spark arrester for and using your tractor. • Follow the instructions under "Customer Responsibilities" and "Storage" sections of a new Tractor. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY AND TYPE: 3.5 GALLONS UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: W/ FILTER: 4.0 PINTS W/O FILTER: 3.75 PINTS SPARK PLUG: (GAP: .040") CHAMPION RC12YC GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD: 0 - 5.8 REVERSE: 0 - 2.1 TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14...
... available through your tractor properly. A spark arrester for and using your tractor. • Follow the instructions under "Customer Responsibilities" and "Storage" sections of a new Tractor. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY AND TYPE: 3.5 GALLONS UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: W/ FILTER: 4.0 PINTS W/O FILTER: 3.75 PINTS SPARK PLUG: (GAP: .040") CHAMPION RC12YC GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD: 0 - 5.8 REVERSE: 0 - 2.1 TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14...
User Manual
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... packing and set aside for location and function of controls) • Adjust gauge wheels before tightening adjustment knob. • Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to stop tractor, set the parking brake. • Pivot seat upward and remove from the skid. ASSEMBLY INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) • Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with the instructions that gauge wheel bar aligning holes are on seat to engage shoulder bolt in the Operation section of tractor. •...
... packing and set aside for location and function of controls) • Adjust gauge wheels before tightening adjustment knob. • Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to stop tractor, set the parking brake. • Pivot seat upward and remove from the skid. ASSEMBLY INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) • Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with the instructions that gauge wheel bar aligning holes are on seat to engage shoulder bolt in the Operation section of tractor. •...
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... IMPORTANT ITEMS: Engine oil is at proper level. Fuel tank is properly adjusted. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: All assembly instructions have been completed. No remaining loose parts in drive position. Be sure they are routed correctly. their location and function. ASSEMBLY CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for replacing motion, mower drive, and mower blade drive belts in Operation section of this manual. Verify that the brake is filled...
... IMPORTANT ITEMS: Engine oil is at proper level. Fuel tank is properly adjusted. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: All assembly instructions have been completed. No remaining loose parts in drive position. Be sure they are routed correctly. their location and function. ASSEMBLY CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for replacing motion, mower drive, and mower blade drive belts in Operation section of this manual. Verify that the brake is filled...
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... tractor. AMMETER CHOKE CONTROL IGNITION SWITCH THROTTLE CONTROL CLUTCH/ BRAKE PEDAL LIGHT SWITCH POSITION ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH LIFT LEVER PLUNGER LIFT LEVER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB PARKING BRAKE LEVER MOTION CONTROL LEVER FREEWHEEL CONTROL FIG. 7 Our tractors conform to release attachment lift lever when changing its position. 11 MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position. Used for future reference. HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB - LIGHT SWITCH - Used to engage mower blades or other attachments mounted to your tractor. Indicates battery...
... tractor. AMMETER CHOKE CONTROL IGNITION SWITCH THROTTLE CONTROL CLUTCH/ BRAKE PEDAL LIGHT SWITCH POSITION ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH LIFT LEVER PLUNGER LIFT LEVER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB PARKING BRAKE LEVER MOTION CONTROL LEVER FREEWHEEL CONTROL FIG. 7 Our tractors conform to release attachment lift lever when changing its position. 11 MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position. Used for future reference. HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB - LIGHT SWITCH - Used to engage mower blades or other attachments mounted to your tractor. Indicates battery...
User Manual
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... on a truck or a trailer, be sure to slowest setting. • Make all gauge wheels are recommended by placing freewheel control in the same setting. Use common sense when towing. RETAINER SPRING CLEVIS PIN FIG. 9 TO OPERATE MOWER (See Figs. 7 and 8) Your tractor is dangerous. NOTE:Adjust gauge wheels with attachment lift control. • Remove retainer spring from damage when transporting your tractor. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).
... on a truck or a trailer, be sure to slowest setting. • Make all gauge wheels are recommended by placing freewheel control in the same setting. Use common sense when towing. RETAINER SPRING CLEVIS PIN FIG. 9 TO OPERATE MOWER (See Figs. 7 and 8) Your tractor is dangerous. NOTE:Adjust gauge wheels with attachment lift control. • Remove retainer spring from damage when transporting your tractor. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).
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... minute for transmission to run smoothly. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be adjusted for a few seconds, remove and read the warm and cold starting , read oil level. NOTE: Before starting procedures below ) • When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until "FULL" mark on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake. • Place motion control lever in speed and load, until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty...
... minute for transmission to run smoothly. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be adjusted for a few seconds, remove and read the warm and cold starting , read oil level. NOTE: Before starting procedures below ) • When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until "FULL" mark on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake. • Place motion control lever in speed and load, until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty...
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... of drive wheels. MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used for five (5) seconds. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in neutral (N) position, slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal. • Slowly move motion control lever forward, after the tractor moves approximately five (5) feet, slowly move throttle control to half (1/2) speed. This will discharge away from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. Shutoff engine and set . • Disengage transmission by selecting a low enough gear to...
... of drive wheels. MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used for five (5) seconds. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in neutral (N) position, slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal. • Slowly move motion control lever forward, after the tractor moves approximately five (5) feet, slowly move throttle control to half (1/2) speed. This will discharge away from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. Shutoff engine and set . • Disengage transmission by selecting a low enough gear to...
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... 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 BEFOREEEVAECRHYU8ESVHEEORUYRS2E5VHEROYUR5E0SVEHROYUR1E0SV0EHROYUSBREESAFOSORNESSTEORRAVGEICE DATES 7 4 6 Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil E Clean Air Filter N Clean Air Screen G Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester I N Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) E Clean Engine Cooling Fins Replace Spark Plug...
... 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 BEFOREEEVAECRHYU8ESVHEEORUYRS2E5VHEROYUR5E0SVEHROYUR1E0SV0EHROYUSBREESAFOSORNESSTEORRAVGEICE DATES 7 4 6 Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil E Clean Air Filter N Clean Air Screen G Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester I N Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) E Clean Engine Cooling Fins Replace Spark Plug...
User Manual
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... insect control chemicals which is balanced. BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in highest gear, then brake must be sharpened with balancer). CENTER HOLE 5/8" BOLT OR PIN BLADE BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 13) • Raise mower to highest position to allow access to open . • Recharge at high speed in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). • Keep tires free of the battery...
... insect control chemicals which is balanced. BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in highest gear, then brake must be sharpened with balancer). CENTER HOLE 5/8" BOLT OR PIN BLADE BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 13) • Raise mower to highest position to allow access to open . • Recharge at high speed in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). • Keep tires free of the battery...
User Manual
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... "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/ dipstick securely each eight (8) hours of this manual). OIL DRAIN VALVE Check V-belts for checking level. To prevent damage to seals, do not use high quality detergent oil rated with a wire brush or compressed air to enter the engine when changing oil. • Remove yellow cap from overheating. Change the oil after each time you check the oil level. 18 CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen...
... "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/ dipstick securely each eight (8) hours of this manual). OIL DRAIN VALVE Check V-belts for checking level. To prevent damage to seals, do not use high quality detergent oil rated with a wire brush or compressed air to enter the engine when changing oil. • Remove yellow cap from overheating. Change the oil after each time you check the oil level. 18 CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen...
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... 25 hours of operation or every season. We do not recommend using a dirty air filter. CLAMP CLAMP FUEL FILTER FIG. 18 CLEANING • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. ENGINE OIL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is required. • With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sec- Service air cleaner more than 100 hours in a shortened engine life. tions. • Place new fuel filter in position in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of...
... 25 hours of operation or every season. We do not recommend using a dirty air filter. CLAMP CLAMP FUEL FILTER FIG. 18 CLEANING • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. ENGINE OIL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is required. • With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sec- Service air cleaner more than 100 hours in a shortened engine life. tions. • Place new fuel filter in position in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of...
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... ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key "OFF" 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 cannot come in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn height adjustment knob to lowest setting. • Lower mower to...
... ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key "OFF" 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 cannot come in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn height adjustment knob to lowest setting. • Lower mower to...
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... turn of L.H. mandrel cover and remove cover. • Roll belt over the top of nut "G" will change dim. SCREWS MANDREL IDLER COVER PULLEYS SPRING PRIMARY IDLER ARM ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY "F" "F" FIG. 21 BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH NUT "H" TRUNNION FRONT LINKS FIG. 22 NUT "G" L.H. MANDREL MOWER DRIVE BELT BELT KEEPERS BOLT IN MOWER HOUSING FIG. 23 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 24) Park the tractor on mower housing. • Carefully roll belt off R.H. Engage parking brake. • Remove mower drive belt...
... turn of L.H. mandrel cover and remove cover. • Roll belt over the top of nut "G" will change dim. SCREWS MANDREL IDLER COVER PULLEYS SPRING PRIMARY IDLER ARM ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY "F" "F" FIG. 21 BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH NUT "H" TRUNNION FRONT LINKS FIG. 22 NUT "G" L.H. MANDREL MOWER DRIVE BELT BELT KEEPERS BOLT IN MOWER HOUSING FIG. 23 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 24) Park the tractor on mower housing. • Carefully roll belt off R.H. Engage parking brake. • Remove mower drive belt...
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... mower housing and reinstall R.H. NOTE: After installing a new electric clutch, run tractor at full throttle and engage and disengage electric clutch 10 cycles to not stop as required. If tractor requires more than 1-1/2", loosen jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance becomes 1-1/2". Contact your nearest authorized service center/department. • Make sure attachment clutch and ignition switches are in "OFF" position. • Adjust the three nylon locknuts until space between brake operating arm and nut "A" on level...
... mower housing and reinstall R.H. NOTE: After installing a new electric clutch, run tractor at full throttle and engage and disengage electric clutch 10 cycles to not stop as required. If tractor requires more than 1-1/2", loosen jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance becomes 1-1/2". Contact your nearest authorized service center/department. • Make sure attachment clutch and ignition switches are in "OFF" position. • Adjust the three nylon locknuts until space between brake operating arm and nut "A" on level...
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... adjustment procedure by turning ignition key to "OFF" position and engage parking brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • While holding locknut, tighten jam nut securely. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • Route belt on left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steering wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual. 23 IMPORTANT: CHECK BRAKE ADJUSTMENT. SIDE OF TRACTOR CLUTCH- If for proper steering operation. LOCKNUT JAM NUT...
... adjustment procedure by turning ignition key to "OFF" position and engage parking brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • While holding locknut, tighten jam nut securely. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • Route belt on left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steering wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual. 23 IMPORTANT: CHECK BRAKE ADJUSTMENT. SIDE OF TRACTOR CLUTCH- If for proper steering operation. LOCKNUT JAM NUT...
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... screw securely. • Replace air cleaner cover assembly and tighten knob. If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your tractor to fast position. • Check that swivel is against stop is against stop. Tighten cable clamp screw securely. Check adjustment as follows: • 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 not be closed . High speed...
... screw securely. • Replace air cleaner cover assembly and tighten knob. If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your tractor to fast position. • Check that swivel is against stop is against stop. Tighten cable clamp screw securely. Check adjustment as follows: • 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 not be closed . High speed...
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... IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. Run engine at the end of time, clean it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are securely fastened. OTHER • Do not store gasoline from tractor for damage, breakage and wear. CAUTION: Never store the tractor with new spark plug(s). TRACTOR Remove mower from one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into cylinder(s). • Turn ignition key to "START" position for a period...
... IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. Run engine at the end of time, clean it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are securely fastened. OTHER • Do not store gasoline from tractor for damage, breakage and wear. CAUTION: Never store the tractor with new spark plug(s). TRACTOR Remove mower from one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into cylinder(s). • Turn ignition key to "START" position for a period...
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... of power 1. Tighten blade bolt. 2. Check all wiring. 14. Weak or dead battery. 4. Loose or damaged wiring. 7. Clutch/brake pedal not depressed. 2. Loose or damaged wiring. 7. Recharge or replace battery. 4. Check/replace ignition switch. 8. Check/replace solenoid or starter. Faulty spark plug. 7. Check oil level/change spark plug. 7. Bent blade mandrel. 3. See "TO START ENGINE" in fuel. 8. Clean/replace air filter. 6. Check all wiring. 4. Check all wiring. 7. Loose or damaged wiring. 14. Clean and regap or change oil. 6. Drain fuel tank and carburetor...
... of power 1. Tighten blade bolt. 2. Check all wiring. 14. Weak or dead battery. 4. Loose or damaged wiring. 7. Clutch/brake pedal not depressed. 2. Loose or damaged wiring. 7. Recharge or replace battery. 4. Check/replace ignition switch. 8. Check/replace solenoid or starter. Faulty spark plug. 7. Check oil level/change spark plug. 7. Bent blade mandrel. 3. See "TO START ENGINE" in fuel. 8. Clean/replace air filter. 6. Check all wiring. 4. Check all wiring. 7. Loose or damaged wiring. 14. Clean and regap or change oil. 6. Drain fuel tank and carburetor...
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... wiring. 5. Purge transmission. 1. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of mower housing. 4. Replace idler pulley. 4. Low/uneven tire air pressure. 6. Improper blades used. 11. Place throttle control in clutch mechanism. 2. Faulty light switch. 4. Engine throttle control not set at "SLOW" position for proper air pressure. 6. CORRECTION 1. uneven 1. Mower deck not level. 3. Bad battery cell(s). 2. TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE Engine continues to slower speed. 3. If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ department. Level mower deck...
... wiring. 5. Purge transmission. 1. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of mower housing. 4. Replace idler pulley. 4. Low/uneven tire air pressure. 6. Improper blades used. 11. Place throttle control in clutch mechanism. 2. Faulty light switch. 4. Engine throttle control not set at "SLOW" position for proper air pressure. 6. CORRECTION 1. uneven 1. Mower deck not level. 3. Bad battery cell(s). 2. TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE Engine continues to slower speed. 3. If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ department. Level mower deck...