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MAINTENANCE

 

General Purpose Grease

  Refer to Maintenance “ENGINE” Section

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ENGINE

 

FRONT 

WHEEL 

BEARING 

ZERK

 

STEERING 

SECTOR 

GEAR 

TEETH

 

FRONT 

WHEEL 

BEARING 

ZERK

 

SPINDLE ZERK

 

SPINDLE ZERK

 

PIVOTS

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1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures.

2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.

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3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.

4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery.

5 - See Cleaning in Maintenance Section.

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BEFORE

EACH

USE

EVERY

8

HOURS

EVERY

25

HOURS

EVERY

50

HOURS

EVERY

100

HOURS

EVERY

SEASON

BEFORE

STORAGE

Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester

Clean Air Filter

Change Engine Oil (with oil filter)

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

Replace Spark Plug

Check Engine Oil Level

Clean Engine Cooling Fins

Clean Air Screen

Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)

Replace Fuel Filter

Change Engine Oil (without oil filter)

Lubrication Chart

Check Brake Operation

Check Battery Level

Check Tire Pressure

Clean Battery and Terminals

MAINTENANCE 

SCHEDULE

Check for Loose Fasteners

Check/Replace Mower Blades

Che

Clean Debris Off Steering Plate

ck Transaxle Cooling

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Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems

ck V-Belts

Check Mower Levelness

LUBRICATION CHART

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have 

been subjected to operator abuse or negligence.  To receive 

full value from the warranty, operator must main tain tractor 

as instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to 

properly maintain your tractor.
At least once a season, check to see if you should make 

any of the adjustments described in the Service and 

Adjustments section of this manual.
• 

At least once a year you should replace the spark plug, 

clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts 

for wear.  A new spark plug and clean air filter assure 

proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better 

and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

•  Check engine oil level.
•  Check brake operation.
•  Check tire pressure.
• 

Check operator presence and ROS systems for proper 

operation.

•  Check for loose fasteners.

IMPORTANT:

  DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS 

WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS.  VISCOUS 

LU BRI CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL 

SHORT EN THE LIFE OF THE SELF-LU BRI CAT ING BEARINGS.  

IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST BE LU BRI CAT ED, USE ONLY A DRY, 

POW DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LU BRI CANT SPARINGLY.

Summary of Contents for 532 43 44-99

Page 1: ...M12530 Operator s Manual 03131 532 43 44 99...

Page 2: ...dangerous Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Watch for traffic when operatin...

Page 3: ...d equipment except at the hitch point Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment On slo...

Page 4: ...ENANCE 14 17 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 18 23 STORAGE 24 TROUBLESHOOTING 25 26 TABLE OF CONTENTS WARNING This tractor is equipped with an internal com bustion engine and should not be used on or near any...

Page 5: ...D PARTS Steering Wheel Steering Wheel 1 Washer Seat 1 Seat Steering Boot Steering Extension Shaft Steering Wheel Adapter Key s Slope Sheet 1 Hex Bolt 1 Lock Washer 1 Large Flat Washer Steering Wheel I...

Page 6: ...ge 2 1 2 wrenches Pliers 1 9 16 wrench Whenrightorlefthandismentionedinthismanual itmeans when you are in the operating position seated behind the steering wheel TOREMOVETRACTORFROMCARTON UNPACK CARTO...

Page 7: ...w the instructions below to remove the tractor from the skid WARNING Beforestarting read understandandfollow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual Be sure tractor is in a well venti...

Page 8: ...ntify safety inform ation about hazards which can result in death serious injury and or property damage DANGER indicates a hazard which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING in...

Page 9: ...the engine C PARKING BRAKE Locks clutch brake pedal into the brake position D THROTTLE CHOKE CONTROL Used for starting and controlling engine speed Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standa...

Page 10: ...emain in brake position Make sure parking brake will hold tractor secure B C ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH ENGAGED ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH DISENGAGED STOPPING See Fig 6 MOWER BLADES To stop mower blades p...

Page 11: ...tdesiredheightofcut see TOADJUSTMOWER CUTTING HEIGHT Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD See Fig 8 The direction and speed of movement is controlled b...

Page 12: ...amage when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor rope cord etc BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CH...

Page 13: ...ill take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine Sit on seat in operating position depress clutch brake pedal and set parking brake Place gear shift lever in neutral position Move...

Page 14: ...k Replace Mower Blades Che Clean Debris Off Steering Plate ck Transaxle Cooling Che Check Operator Presence ROS Systems ck V Belts Check Mower Levelness LUBRICATION CHART GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The w...

Page 15: ...e 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 For best results mower blade must...

Page 16: ...ine leaks and clamps are properly positioned Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline Fig 17 TRANSAXLE MAINTENANCE Keep transaxle free from build up of dirt and chaff which can restrict cooling Do not...

Page 17: ...ars etc Remove bagger chute or mulch cover if attached 2 Make sure the attachment clutch control is in the DISENGAGED position set the parking brake and stop the engine 3 Threadthenozzleadapter packag...

Page 18: ...r suspension arm A from chassis pin B and rear lift link C from rear mower bracket D remove retainer springs and washers CAUTION AFTER REAR LIFT LINKS ARE DISCONNECTED THE ATTACH MENT LIFT LEVER WILL...

Page 19: ...nd secure with retainer spring Repeat on opposite side of tractor ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS C Lift rear corner of mower and position slot in link assembly over pin D on rear mower bracket and secure with...

Page 20: ...ut will change mower height about 3 16 Test your adjustment by mowing some uncut grass and visually checking the appearance Readjust if necessary until you are satisfied with the results PRECISION SID...

Page 21: ...ate then the brakeneedstobeserviced Contactaqualifiedservicecenter 02954 Manual A B D E F G TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT See Fig 32 Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake For assistanc...

Page 22: ...tectionwhenaround batteries If your battery is too weak to start the engine it should be recharged See BATTERY in the MAINTENANCE sec tion of this manual If jumper cables are used for emergency starti...

Page 23: ...ulb in holder and push 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 o...

Page 24: ...FUELSYSTEMPARTSSUCH AS CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSE OR TANK DURING STORAGE ALSO EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOLORMETHANOL CANATTRACTMOISTUREWHICH LE...

Page 25: ...wn fuse 4 Replace fuse 5 Corroded battery terminals 5 Clean battery terminals 6 Loose or damaged wiring 6 Check all wiring 7 Faulty ignition switch 7 Check replace ignition switch 8 Faulty solenoid or...

Page 26: ...Replace blade Tighten blade bolt 7 Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower 7 Clean underside of mower housing 8 Mower drive belt worn 8 Replace mower drive belt 9 Blades improperly installed 9 R...

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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