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Page 1: ...N o t f o r R e p r o d u c t i o n...

Page 2: ...with Remote Oil Tank Select Models 31 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter Engines with Remote Oil Tank 31 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter All Other Models 32 Clean the Engine Compartment Area with P...

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Page 4: ...awn and garden equipment Our products are designed and manufactured to meet or exceed all industry standards for safety Do not operate this machine unless you have been trained Reading and understandi...

Page 5: ...cher or discharge guard deflector in place Also do not allow anyone in the area while the unit is running If someone does enter the area shut the unit off immediately until they leave Moving Parts Thi...

Page 6: ...is critical to the safety and performance of your unit Keep the unit free of grass leaves and excess oil Be sure to perform the maintenance procedures listed in this manual especially periodically te...

Page 7: ...r with good artificial light keeping away from holes and hidden hazards Be sure all drives are in neutral and parking brake is engaged before starting engine Only start engine from the operator s posi...

Page 8: ...e your authorized dealer for recommendations of available weights to improve stability Do NOT Avoid starting stopping or turning on a slope Do NOT make sudden changes in speed or direction which could...

Page 9: ...ool before storing Shut off fuel while storing or transporting Do not store fuel near flames or drain indoors Keep all hardware especially blade attachment bolts tight and keep all parts in good worki...

Page 10: ...machine weight rating of the roll bar Read and follow all of the instructions shown below regarding the inspection and maintenance of the roll bar structure and the seat belt Inspection of the Roll Ba...

Page 11: ...ng 4 Check that the buckle and latch B operate properly and that the latch plate is not excessively worn deformed or the buckle is damaged or cracked The seat belt should latch and release easily Safe...

Page 12: ...he mower when children or others are near Keep bystanders away Do not carry riders especially children even with the blades off They may fall off or return for another ride when you are not expecting...

Page 13: ...mputation and Pinch Point Hazard To avoid injury from rotating parts stay clear of parts and keep all shields and guards in place Decal Warning Folding Roll Bar Part Number 5104082YP WARNING Avoid ser...

Page 14: ...rollover Do not operate without the roll bar installed and operational Safety Decals and Icons Export Models Read the safety decals before operating your unit The cautions and warnings are for your sa...

Page 15: ...ts hazard Keep bystanders and children a safe distance away Remove objects that can be thrown by the blade Do not mow without discharge chute in place This limit was determined per International Stand...

Page 16: ...o NOT jump off if the mower tips Read and follow all operating instructions and warnings in the operator s manual Warning Low Overhanging Obstacles Hazard Check for overhead clearances before driving...

Page 17: ...ations The information below briefly describes the function of individual controls Starting stopping driving and mowing require the combined use of several controls applied in specific sequences To le...

Page 18: ...the drive wheel will turn See the Zero Turn Riding Mower Driving Practice section for steering instructions Fuel Level Gauge Displays the fuel level in the tank Parking Brake Pull the parking brake l...

Page 19: ...w to the engine Fuel Tank Cap To remove the cap turn counter clockwise Removable Floor Plate The floor plate can be removed for easy access to the mower deck To remove the plate remove the retainer ha...

Page 20: ...hrottle forward to increase engine speed and back to decrease engine speed Always operate at FULL throttle when mowing Fast throttle speed Slow throttle speed Choke Close the choke for cold starting O...

Page 21: ...urs are always visible even when the engine is OFF Malfunction Indicator Lamp M I L The malfunction indicator lamp detects problems with the engine If the malfunction indicator lamp begins to flash wh...

Page 22: ...t a minute before engaging the PTO switch or driving the unit 5 After warming the engine always operate the unit at FULL throttle when mowing In the event of an emergency the engine can be stopped by...

Page 23: ...ice Before attempting to drive the zero turn riding mower make sure you have read the FEATURES AND CONTROLS section and understand the location and function of all the unit s controls The ground speed...

Page 24: ...voting directly on the tire tread it is best to keep both wheels going at least slightly forward Practice Turning in Place 18 To turn in place zero turn gradually move one ground speed control lever f...

Page 25: ...often more damaging than allowing the grass to be slightly higher Letting grass grow a bit longer especially when it is hot and dry reduces heat build up preserves needed moisture and protects the gr...

Page 26: ...asting Always operate the engine at full throttle when mowing If you hear the engine slowing down you are mowing too fast using a slower ground speed will improve the cutting efficiency of the blades...

Page 27: ...mission release levers open and close the transmission bypass valves 3 To open the transmission bypass valves rotate the transmission release levers to the bypass position A Figure 24 The transmission...

Page 28: ...trailer with an appropriately sized clevis pin A Figure 26 and clip B 26 Excessive towed loads can cause loss of traction and loss of control on slopes Reduce towed weight when operating on slopes Th...

Page 29: ...fuel fumes can travel to distant sources of ignition and ignite causing risk of explosion and fire Note Fuel if permitted to stand unused for extended periods 30 days or more may develop gummy deposit...

Page 30: ...is highly flammable and must be handled with care Allow the engine to cool for at least three 3 minutes before refueling Do not allow open flame smoking or matches in the area Avoid over filling and...

Page 31: ...re that the unit is parked on a flat level surface when checking the engine oil level 1 Park the unit on a flat level surface Engage the parking brake and disengage the PTO Allow the engine to run unt...

Page 32: ...s action requires moderate force 31 12 Remove the engine oil dipstick and check the oil level Maximum oil level is the FULL line G Figure 29 on the dipstick If the oil level is at or below the ADD 1 Q...

Page 33: ...ance testing adjustment and repair of the unit Be prepared to collect the fluid with suitable leakproof containers before opening or disassembling any component containing fluids Do not pour waste ont...

Page 34: ...After the oil has drained from the transaxle remove the oil filter C from the transaxle housing 4 Install a new filter and a new O ring onto the filter cover and install the filter cover Torque the fi...

Page 35: ...nd reverse at normal speeds then the transaxles transmissions are considered purged Checking Tire Pressures Tire pressure should be checked periodically and maintained at the levels shown in the Speci...

Page 36: ...caster yoke axles Yearly 1 Remove the 1 4 28 bolt B Figure 39 screwed into the caster and install a 1 4 28 grease fitting 39 2 Grease the front caster 3 Remove the 1 4 28 grease fitting and reinstall...

Page 37: ...d B and the notch C is 25 6 35 mm deep or greater The mower blade is broken or bent 41 4 If the cutting edges are not sharp or have nicks sharpen the blades WARNING Thrown objects and fire hazard Grin...

Page 38: ...ents B If your unit features a suspension seat identify your suspension seat and follow the correct instructions below See Figure 45 45 Seat Adjustment Lever Forwards Backwards The seat can be adjuste...

Page 39: ...r Cutting Height Adjustment The cutting height adjustment pin A Figure 48 controls the mower s cutting height The cutting height is adjustable between 1 1 2 3 8 cm and 5 12 7 cm in 1 4 0 6 cm incremen...

Page 40: ...tion This unit is equipped with a removable floor pan which can be removed to provide better access to the mower deck 1 Loosen and remove the retaining hardware A Figure 50 that secures the floor pan...

Page 41: ...e ground speed control levers out towards the NEUTRAL LOCKOUT position if the ground speed control lever aligns with the notch in the neutral lock plate adjustment is complete if the ground speed cont...

Page 42: ...brackets D CAUTION Do not adjust the springs to be shorter than 2 3 8 6 03 cm when compressed This may damage the spring mechanism 7 Turn the adjustment nuts E to compress or release the spring 8 Eng...

Page 43: ...ck 7 Remove the cutting height adjustment pin from in front of the deck lift pedal arm Lift mower deck and reinstall adjustment pin in desired mowing height Deck Leveling Adjustment Before adjusting t...

Page 44: ...justed procedure to verify that the deck has been leveled correctly If the mower deck does not measure 4 10 2 cm in the front and 4 1 4 10 8 cm in the rear proceed with step 8 8 Loosen the jam nut A a...

Page 45: ...d correctly Deck Lift Assist Springs Some models are equipped with deck lift assist springs A Figure 63 that assist the operator in raising the mower deck with the deck lift pedal The deck lift assist...

Page 46: ...nt should equal 10 1 4 26 cm 1 8 0 32 cm If not loosen the jam nut C on the eye bolt D and then turn the adjustment nut E until the measurement is achieved Tighten the jam nut 65 11 Re install the mow...

Page 47: ...ment is achieved Tighten the jam nut and the 3 8 nut that secures the rear idler pulley to the deck 13 Re install the long left hand deck belt See Long Left Hand Deck Belt Replacement for re installat...

Page 48: ...three positions in which the upper shock mount can be positioned to If adjusting the spring s pre load does not achieve the ride requirement the shock should be moved to the next higher numbered uppe...

Page 49: ...adjustments to the jack s position The shock should move freely on the mounting bolt when the pressure is relieved 4 Remove the upper shock mounting hardware and pivot the shock to the next higher nu...

Page 50: ...not turnover or start Cause Remedy Parking brake not engaged Engage parking brake PTO electric clutch switch in ON position Place in OFF position Problem Engine will not turnover or start Ground speed...

Page 51: ...ectly Problem Excessive belt wear or breakage Cause Remedy Bent or rough pulleys Repair or replace Using incorrect belt Replace with correct belt Incorrect belt tension Adjust to correct tension Probl...

Page 52: ...ctly Level the deck correctly Blades are dull or worn Sharpen or replace the blades Blades are damaged Replace the blades Deck is clogged with grass clippings Clean out the deck Deck shell is damaged...

Page 53: ...i Model FT730V CS41 R EFI Electrical System 12 volt 30 amp charging coil Battery 340 cca CHASSIS Fuel Tank Capacity 11 gallons 41 6 L total Rear Wheels Tire Size Models with 52 Decks 24 X 9 5 12 Tire...

Page 54: ...Drive Belt Conventional Single Belt Deck Drive Systems 1 year 12 months or 100 hours whichever occurs first 90 days Mower Deck Drive Belt Two Belt Deck Drive Systems 3 years 36 months or 300 hours wh...

Page 55: ...on equivalent parts is not covered by warranty Normal Wear and Tear Like all mechanical devices the unit is subject to wear even when properly maintained This warranty does not cover replacement or re...

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