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... machine by the blade. • Do not mow near or crossing road- Stop machine if anyone . Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that children will not running machine unattended. Adjust and service as rocks, tree limbs, etc. • Stop and inspect the equipment if you last saw them . • Check brake operation frequently. FAILURE...
... machine by the blade. • Do not mow near or crossing road- Stop machine if anyone . Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that children will not running machine unattended. Adjust and service as rocks, tree limbs, etc. • Stop and inspect the equipment if you last saw them . • Check brake operation frequently. FAILURE...
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... TROUBLESHOOTING 28-29 REPAIR PARTS - WARNING: This tractor is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any problem you to assemble and maintain your purchase of this manual. 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...
... TROUBLESHOOTING 28-29 REPAIR PARTS - WARNING: This tractor is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any problem you to assemble and maintain your purchase of this manual. 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...
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.... 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. For ease of installation do not tighten locknuts until all the above assembly steps have been completed. • Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with the instructions that gauge wheel bar aligning holes are properly adjusted to ensure optimum mower performance. • Attach front gauge wheel brackets marked...
.... 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. For ease of installation do not tighten locknuts until all the above assembly steps have been completed. • Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with the instructions that gauge wheel bar aligning holes are properly adjusted to ensure optimum mower performance. • Attach front gauge wheel brackets marked...
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... instructions (See "TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in drive position. WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS: Engine oil is at the factory). Be sure mower deck is in Operation section of this manual). 9 See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in carton. Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at the factory for leveling). Check mower and drive belts. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: All assembly instructions...
... instructions (See "TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in drive position. WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS: Engine oil is at the factory). Be sure mower deck is in Operation section of this manual). 9 See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in carton. Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at the factory for leveling). Check mower and drive belts. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: All assembly instructions...
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...Turns the headlights on and off . Locks brake pedal into the brake position. OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR. Compare the illustrations with your tractor to your tractor. THROTTLE CONTROL BRAKE PEDAL MOTION DRIVE BELT TENSION HANDLE AMMETER CHOKE CONTROL IGNITION SWITCH 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 control engine speed. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH - Used...
...Turns the headlights on and off . Locks brake pedal into the brake position. OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR. Compare the illustrations with your tractor to your tractor. THROTTLE CONTROL BRAKE PEDAL MOTION DRIVE BELT TENSION HANDLE AMMETER CHOKE CONTROL IGNITION SWITCH 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 control engine speed. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH - Used...
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... TO OPERATE ON HILLS CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the ground. • Replace retainer spring into the slot and release so it is equipped with the ground and cause you to lose control of a load, while on a flat level surface. • Adjust mower to tractor (rope, cord, etc.). Free wheel control is located at...
... TO OPERATE ON HILLS CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the ground. • Replace retainer spring into the slot and release so it is equipped with the ground and cause you to lose control of a load, while on a flat level surface. • Adjust mower to tractor (rope, cord, etc.). Free wheel control is located at...
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... 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 the choke control be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness. This can now be needed. Do not mix oil with gasoline. Continue to push the choke control in small steps allowing the engine to accept small changes in speed...
... 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 the choke control be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness. This can now be needed. Do not mix oil with gasoline. Continue to push the choke control in small steps allowing the engine to accept small changes in speed...
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..., start engine. The air is running . After one or two rounds, mow in the Service and Adjustments section of drive wheels. After the tractor moves approximately five (5) feet return the motion control lever to reverse position. Make first cut desired. • When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of the tractor. Regulate ground speed by turning...
..., start engine. The air is running . After one or two rounds, mow in the Service and Adjustments section of drive wheels. After the tractor moves approximately five (5) feet return the motion control lever to reverse position. Make first cut desired. • When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of the tractor. Regulate ground speed by turning...
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... operation. • 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 5 5 1,2,3 2 2 1, 2 2 Replace Air Filter...
... operation. • 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 5 5 1,2,3 2 2 1, 2 2 Replace Air Filter...
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... the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). • Keep tires free of this manual). If either end of the battery with an automotive charger will need a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied with the ground. CENTER HOLE 5/8" BOLT OR PIN BLADE BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 13) • Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades. • Remove hex bolt, lock...
... the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). • Keep tires free of this manual). If either end of the battery with an automotive charger will need a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied with the ground. CENTER HOLE 5/8" BOLT OR PIN BLADE BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 13) • Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades. • Remove hex bolt, lock...
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... lock the drain valve by pushing inward and turning counterclockwise. • To open, pull out on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to enter the engine when changing oil. • Remove yellow cap from tractor. • Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. • Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until the pin is tightened securely for deterioration and wear after each time you check the oil level...
... lock the drain valve by pushing inward and turning counterclockwise. • To open, pull out on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to enter the engine when changing oil. • Remove yellow cap from tractor. • Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. • Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until the pin is tightened securely for deterioration and wear after each time you check the oil level...
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.... DO NOT USE PRESSURIZED AIR TO CLEAN OR DRY CARTRIDGE. Spark plug type and gap setting are properly positioned. • Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline. Water in engine can result in engine oil. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES AIR FILTER (See Fig. 17) Your engine will not run properly using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to carburetor, replacement is used more often under dusty conditions. • Remove knobs and cover. Clean the foam...
.... DO NOT USE PRESSURIZED AIR TO CLEAN OR DRY CARTRIDGE. Spark plug type and gap setting are properly positioned. • Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline. Water in engine can result in engine oil. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES AIR FILTER (See Fig. 17) Your engine will not run properly using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to carburetor, replacement is used more often under dusty conditions. • Remove knobs and cover. Clean the foam...
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... LEVEL MOWER HOUSING A GROUND LINE A Adjust the mower while tractor is necessary, make adjustment on one side of mower only. • To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment nut on level ground or driveway. TRACTOR TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 19) • Place attachment clutch in contact with plug. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition...
... LEVEL MOWER HOUSING A GROUND LINE A Adjust the mower while tractor is necessary, make adjustment on one side of mower only. • To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment nut on level ground or driveway. TRACTOR TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 19) • Place attachment clutch in contact with plug. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition...
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.... Check adjustment on level surface. mandrel pulley. • Remove belt from electric clutch pulley. • Remove belt from bolt on a level surface. Make sure belt is securely hooked to -side adjustment. MANDREL COVER SCREWS IDLER 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 pulley. NOTE: Each full turn of tractor. MANDREL TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig. 23) • Park tractor on mower housing. MOWER...
.... Check adjustment on level surface. mandrel pulley. • Remove belt from electric clutch pulley. • Remove belt from bolt on a level surface. Make sure belt is securely hooked to -side adjustment. MANDREL COVER SCREWS IDLER 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 pulley. NOTE: Each full turn of tractor. MANDREL TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig. 23) • Park tractor on mower housing. MOWER...
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... locations cut in side of service. MANDREL MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT CENTER MANDREL SECONDARY IDLER ARM SPRING R.H. NOTE: After installing a new electric clutch, run tractor at all belt keepers. • Engage the drive belt tension handle and replace the retainer spring. • Reinstall mower. RETAINER SPRING DRIVE BELT TENSION HANDLE TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH (See Fig. 25) The electric clutch should be sure belt is positioned correctly and is in mower housing and reinstall R.H. L.H. Adjustments should provide years of brake plate. ROTOR ENGINE PULLEY BELT...
... locations cut in side of service. MANDREL MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT CENTER MANDREL SECONDARY IDLER ARM SPRING R.H. NOTE: After installing a new electric clutch, run tractor at all belt keepers. • Engage the drive belt tension handle and replace the retainer spring. • Reinstall mower. RETAINER SPRING DRIVE BELT TENSION HANDLE TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH (See Fig. 25) The electric clutch should be sure belt is positioned correctly and is in mower housing and reinstall R.H. L.H. Adjustments should provide years of brake plate. ROTOR ENGINE PULLEY BELT...
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... tighten knob. damage may result. If adjustment is completely closed . If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your tractor to fast position. • Check that swivel is against stop. High speed stop . Check adjustment as follows: • With engine not running , move throttle control lever to an authorized service center for repair and/or adjustment. Tighten cable clamp screw securely. If it is not, loosen cable clamp screw and pull cable...
... tighten knob. damage may result. If adjustment is completely closed . If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your tractor to fast position. • Check that swivel is against stop. High speed stop . Check adjustment as follows: • With engine not running , move throttle control lever to an authorized service center for repair and/or adjustment. Tighten cable clamp screw securely. If it is not, loosen cable clamp screw and pull cable...
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TRACTOR Remove mower from one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into cylinder(s). • Turn ignition key to "START" position for a few seconds to distribute oil. • Replace with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual). • After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place cables where they cannot come in the tank inside a building where fumes may occur. • Use fresh fuel next season. Store in a clean, dry...
TRACTOR Remove mower from one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into cylinder(s). • Turn ignition key to "START" position for a few seconds to distribute oil. • Replace with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual). • After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place cables where they cannot come in the tank inside a building where fumes may occur. • Use fresh fuel next season. Store in a clean, dry...
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.../replace air filter. 5. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Replace fuel filter. 7. Faulty operator presence switch(es). 1. Disengage attachment clutch. 3. Weak or dead battery. 2. Dirty fuel filter. 8. Check oil level/change spark plug. 7. Connect and tighten spark plug wire. 11. Clean engine air screen/fins. 12. Wait several minutes before attempting to start CAUSE 1. See "To start 1. Dirty engine air screen/fins. 12. Engine valves out of fuel. 2. Loose/damaged part(s). 1. Out of adjustment. 1. Recharge or replace battery. 4. Loose or damaged wiring. 7. Throttle...
.../replace air filter. 5. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Replace fuel filter. 7. Faulty operator presence switch(es). 1. Disengage attachment clutch. 3. Weak or dead battery. 2. Dirty fuel filter. 8. Check oil level/change spark plug. 7. Connect and tighten spark plug wire. 11. Clean engine air screen/fins. 12. Wait several minutes before attempting to start CAUSE 1. See "To start 1. Dirty engine air screen/fins. 12. Engine valves out of fuel. 2. Loose/damaged part(s). 1. Out of adjustment. 1. Recharge or replace battery. 4. Loose or damaged wiring. 7. Throttle...
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... 1. Mower blades will not charge 1. Frozen idler pulley. 4. Remove obstruction. 2. Engine speed too slow. 2. Replace/sharpen blade. Clean underside of drive Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF" 1. Battery will not rotate 1. Faulty regulator (if so equipped). 4. Engine throttle control not set at "SLOW" position for proper air pressure. 6. Replace motion drive belt. 3. TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to slower speed. 3. Check wiring, switches and connections. Bent blade mandrel. 5. Level mower deck. 3. Frozen blade...
... 1. Mower blades will not charge 1. Frozen idler pulley. 4. Remove obstruction. 2. Engine speed too slow. 2. Replace/sharpen blade. Clean underside of drive Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF" 1. Battery will not rotate 1. Faulty regulator (if so equipped). 4. Engine throttle control not set at "SLOW" position for proper air pressure. 6. Replace motion drive belt. 3. TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to slower speed. 3. Check wiring, switches and connections. Bent blade mandrel. 5. Level mower deck. 3. Frozen blade...
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... 72110504 - - 143651 - - 173532 Cover, Mandrel RH Screw, Thd Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 Cover, Mandrel LH Arm, Idler Primary Spring, Secondary Pulley, Idler V Groove Shield, Idler V-Belt, Mower Primary V-Belt, Mower Secondary Spring, Primary Wheel, Gauge Bolt, Shoulder Washer Hardened Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ga. Gauge Wh. REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 45 Pulley Idler Flat Mower Keeper, Belt Idler 50" Vent Nut, Lock 3/8-16 Bolt H 5/16-18 Bracket, Asm. NO. Pin Head Rivot Bracket Ga Wh Asm RH 50...
... 72110504 - - 143651 - - 173532 Cover, Mandrel RH Screw, Thd Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 Cover, Mandrel LH Arm, Idler Primary Spring, Secondary Pulley, Idler V Groove Shield, Idler V-Belt, Mower Primary V-Belt, Mower Secondary Spring, Primary Wheel, Gauge Bolt, Shoulder Washer Hardened Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ga. Gauge Wh. REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 45 Pulley Idler Flat Mower Keeper, Belt Idler 50" Vent Nut, Lock 3/8-16 Bolt H 5/16-18 Bracket, Asm. NO. Pin Head Rivot Bracket Ga Wh Asm RH 50...