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Summary of Contents for 935269

Page 1: ...GEA TRACTO Operator Manual Models 935269 42 Gear Tractor __ _ ENGL SH 431109Rev1 11 11 09TH Printed in USA...

Page 2: ...s set parking brake stop engine and remove keys before dismounting Disengage blades when not mowing Shut off engine and wait for all parts to come to a complete stop before cleaning the machine removi...

Page 3: ...e container rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle Keep the nozzle incontact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete Do not use a nozzle lock op...

Page 4: ...LITIES Read and observe the safety rules Follow a regular schedule in maintaining caring for and using your tractor Follow the instructions under Maintenance and Stor age sections of this owner s manu...

Page 5: ...i J Steering Wheel Adapter f I I Steering Wheel Insert f Steering _ Extension k j Shaft I I I I I I I I Steering _ _ I Boot 1 Bolt 1 Large Flat Washer 1 Lock Washer Seat 0 1 Lock Washer 1 Large Flat...

Page 6: ...cated on label label is located between terminals charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6 10 amps See BATTERY in Maintenance section of this manual for charging instructions For battery and batter...

Page 7: ...ressure is important for best cutting performance Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown on tires CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results mower housing should be properly leveled See TO LEVEL MOWER H...

Page 8: ...tructions could result in serious injury or death The safety alert symbol is used to identify safety inform ation about hazards which can result in death serious injury and or property damage DANGER i...

Page 9: ...ngage the mower blades or other attachments mountedto your tractor ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER Used to raise lower and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL U...

Page 10: ...IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY POSITION OTHER THAN OFF WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED DEAD NOTE Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running hot engine exhaust gase...

Page 11: ...or to travel in the reverse direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine unless ignition key is placed inthe ROS ON position _I _WARNING Backing up with the attachment clutch...

Page 12: ...and retry WARM WEATHER STARTING 50 F and above When engine starts move the throttle control to the fast position The attachments and ground drive can now be used If the engine does not accept the load...

Page 13: ...ver items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be...

Page 14: ...switch in the ROS ON position and the attachment clutch engaged any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse should NOT shut off the engine ROS ON POSITION ENGINE ON POSITION NORMAL OPERATING Fi...

Page 15: ...e container Remove oil fill cap dipstick Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil 1 A o u o 1 for an extended period of time immedi ately prior to draining oil oil will be ho...

Page 16: ...g fuel linesections Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carburetor Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned Immediately wipe up an...

Page 17: ...or IMPORTANT IFAN ATTACHMENTOTHERTHAN THE MOWER DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR REMOVE THE FRONT LINKSAND HOOK THE CLUTCH SPRING INTO SQUARE HOLE IN FRAME SMALL RETAINER SPRING CLUTCH SPRING TO I...

Page 18: ...en nut E on both front links an equal number of turns When distance D is 1 8 to 1 2 lower at front than rear tighten nuts F against trunnion on both front links To raise front of mower loosen nut F fr...

Page 19: ...front of the right rear wheel Position the gear shift lever in the neutral position Tighten adjustment bolt securely NOTE Ifadditional clearance is neededto getto adjustment bolt move mower deck heigh...

Page 20: ...ED battery cable to positive terminal with bolt and nut as shown Tighten securely Slide terminal cover over terminal Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative ter minal with remaining bolt and nut Tig...

Page 21: ...FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSE OR TANK DURING STORAGE ALSO EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE...

Page 22: ...olenoid or starter 9 Faulty operator presence switch es 1 Weak or dead battery 2 Corroded battery terminals 3 Loose or damaged wiring 4 Faulty solenoid or starter Cutting too much grass too fast Throt...

Page 23: ...e 6 Replace blade Tighten blade bolt 1 Engine speed too slow 2 Travel speed too fast 3 Wet grass 4 Mower deck not level 5 Low uneven tire air pressure 6 Worn bent or loose blade 7 Buildup of grass lea...

Page 24: ...SERVICE NOTES 24...

Page 25: ...es greater than 15 degrees Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes 1 Fold this page along dotted line indicated above 2 Ho...

Page 26: ...en the duration of these warranties shall be 90 days after the date of purchase Exceptions Limitations Exclusions Customer Responsibilities Register the product immediately at the time of sale If the...

Page 27: ...manufactured products nor shall such changes be construed as an admission that previous designs were defective LIMITATION OF REMEDY AND DAMAGES Ariens Company s liability under this warranty and under...

Page 28: ...Ryan Street Brillion Wl 54110 1072 800 317 5898 www ariens com _IL WARNING _i_ The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or...

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