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15

MAINTENANCE

Fig. 14

Fig. 15

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when per form ing any 

main te nance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than five (5) feet (1,5 m) to stop at 

highest speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or 

paved surface, then brake must be checked and ad just ed. 

(See “TO CHECK BRAKE” in the Ser vice and Ad just ments 

section of this manual.)

TIRES

• 

Maintain proper air pressure in all tires.  (See the sides 

of tires for proper PSI.)

•  Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control 

chemi cals which can harm rubber.

•  Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and 

other hazards that may cause tire damage.

NOTE: 

To seal tire punctures and pre vent flat tires due 

to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your 

local parts dealer. Tire sealant also pre vents tire dry rot 

and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYS TEM AND REVERSE 

OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) (See Fig. 14)

Be sure operator presence and reverse operation sys tems 

are work ing properly.  If your tractor does not function as 

described, repair the problem immediately.
•  The engine should not start unless the brake pedal is 

fully de pressed, and the attachment clutch con trol is 

in the dis en gaged position.

CHECK OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM
• 

When the engine is running, any attempt by the op er a tor 

to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake 

should shut off the engine.

• 

When the engine is running and the at tach ment clutch 

is engaged, any attempt by the operator to leave the 

seat should shut off the engine.

•  The attachment clutch should never operate unless 

the operator is in the seat.

CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS) SYSTEM
•  When the engine is running with the ignition switch in 

the engine "ON" position and the at tach ment clutch 

engaged, any attempt by the operator to shift into 

reverse should shut off the engine.

•  When the engine is running with the ignition switch 

in the ROS "ON" position and the at tach ment clutch 

engaged, any attempt by the operator to shift into 

reverse should NOT shut off the engine.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be kept sharp.  Re place 

bent or damaged blades.

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suf fi cient 

for normal use.  However, periodic charging of the battery 

with an automotive charger will extend its life.
•  Keep battery and terminals clean.
•  Keep battery bolts tight.
•  Keep small vent holes open.
•  Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

NOTE:

 The original equipment battery on your tractor is 

maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps 

or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not 

necessary.
TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS
Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause 

the battery to “leak” power.
•  Remove terminal guard.
• 

Disconnect BLACK battery cable first  then RED  bat tery 

cable and remove battery from tractor.

•  Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.
• 

Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush 

until bright.

•  Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.
• 

Reinstall battery. (See “REPLACING BATTERY" in the 

Service and Adjustments section of this manual.)

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 15)

•  Raise mower to highest position to allow access to 

blades.

NOTE: 

Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade 

with heavy cloth.
•  Remove blade bolt by turning counterclockwise.
• 

Install new or resharpened blade with stamped "GRASS 

SIDE" facing the ground.

IMPORTANT:

 To ensure proper assembly, center hole in 

blade must align with star on mandrel assembly.
•  Install and tighten blade bolt securely (45-55 Ft. Lbs./ 

62-75 Nm).

IMPORTANT

: SPECIAL BLADE BOLT IS HEAT TREATED.

ROS "ON" 

POSITION

ENGINE "ON" POSITION

(NORMAL OPERATING)

CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade ap-

proved by the manufacturer of your tractor. 

Using a blade not approved by the manu-

facturer of your tractor is hazardous, could 

damage your tractor and void your warranty.

BLADE

BLADE 

BOLT 

(SPECIAL)

CENTER 

HOLE

STAR

MANDREL 

ASSEMBLY

Summary of Contents for D22KH42

Page 1: ...erator s Manual D22KH42 581 26 93 28 Rev 4 Gasoline containing up to 10 ethanol E10 is acceptable for use in this machine The use of any gasoline exceeding 10 ethanol E10 will void the product warrant...

Page 2: ...ook down and behind before and while backing Never direct discharged material toward anyone Avoid dischargingmaterialagainstawallorobstruction Material may ricochet back toward the operator Stop the b...

Page 3: ...OF GASOLINE To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Extinguish all cigarettes cigars pipes and o...

Page 4: ...Storage sections of this manual Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment PPE while operating this machine including at a minimum sturdyfootwear eyeprotection andhearingprotection Do not mow in shorts...

Page 5: ...this manual TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier Standard wrench sizes are listed 1 1 2 wrench Tire pressure gauge 2 7 16 wrenches Utility knife Pliers Whenrighto...

Page 6: ...perly inflated for leveling Check mower and drive belts Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers Check wiring See that all connections are still secure and wires are...

Page 7: ...ty damage DANGER indicates a hazard which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING indicates a hazard which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION indicate...

Page 8: ...or F IGNITION SWITCH Used for starting and stopping the engine G REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM ROS ON POSITION Allows operation of mower or other powered attachment while in reverse H LIGHT SWITCH Turns th...

Page 9: ...tractor com pletely as described above and set parkingbrakebeforeleavingtheopera tor s position NOTE Failure to move throttle control between half and full speed fast position before stopping may cau...

Page 10: ...r turning With forward drive pedal depressed to desired speed pull cruise control lever J up and hold while lifting your foot off the pedal then release the lever To disengage the cruise control depre...

Page 11: ...tion key clockwise to engine ON position ROS ON POSITION ENGINE ON POSITION NORMAL OPERATING 02828 TO OPERATE ON HILLS CAUTION Donotdriveupordownhills with slopes greater than 15 and do not drive acro...

Page 12: ...until the engine begins to run smoothly Continue to push the choke control in small steps allowing the engine to acceptsmallchangesinspeedandload untilthechoke control is fully in If the engine starts...

Page 13: ...ol to half 1 2 speed Disengage parking brake 8 Drive tractor forward for approximately five feet then backwards for five feet Repeat this driving procedure three times Your transmission is now purged...

Page 14: ...MMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have beensubjectedtooperatorabuseornegligence Toreceive full value from the warranty operator must maintain tractor as instructed in...

Page 15: ...s running with the ignition 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 BLADE CARE Forbestresultsmo...

Page 16: ...60 5W 30 10W30 ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SG SL Select the oil s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature...

Page 17: ...ntactwiththeblade Replace broken or missing washout fitting immediately prior to using mower again Pluganyholesinmowerwithboltsandlocknuts Fig 19 DECK WASHOUT PORT See Fig 19 Your tractor s deck is eq...

Page 18: ...disconnect mower suspension arm A from chassis and rear lift link C from rear mower bracket D remove retainer springs and washers Go to other side of mower and disconnect the suspen sion arm and rear...

Page 19: ...NKS C Lift rear corner of mower and position slot in link assembly over pin on rear mower bracket D and secure with washer and retainer spring ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS A TO CHASSIS Position h...

Page 20: ...ly checking the appearance Readjust if neces sary until you are satisfied with the results A TURN NUT LEFT TO LOWER MOWER TURN NUT RIGHT TO RAISE MOWER Fig 26 Fig 27 PRECISION SIDE TO SIDE ADJUSTMENT...

Page 21: ...aqualifiedservicecenter TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT See Fig 31 Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake For assistance there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left fo...

Page 22: ...ry TO REMOVE CABLES REVERSE ORDER BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery RED cable last from both batteries WEAK OR DEAD BATTERY FULLY CHARGED BATTERY Fig 33 SERVICE AN...

Page 23: ...bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill Close hood INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly stop running or prevent it from star...

Page 24: ...Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and will cause your tractor to rust IMPORTANT NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM Immediately prepare your tracto...

Page 25: ...eck replace ignition switch 8 Faulty solenoid or starter 8 Check replace solenoid or starter 9 Faulty operator presence switch es 9 Contact an authorized service center department Engine clicks but wi...

Page 26: ...mower drive belt 9 Blades improperly installed 9 Reinstall blades sharp edge down 10 Improper blades used 10 Replace with blades listed in parts manual 11 Cloggedmowerdeckventholesfrombuildup of gras...

Page 27: ...never across the face Do not mow slopes 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 a...

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