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M13538
M14538

532 43 45-03 Rev. 3

English

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 warranty.

Please read the operator's manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions

before using the machine.

Summary of Contents for M13538

Page 1: ...ing 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 warranty Please read the operator s manual carefully and make sure...

Page 2: ...Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times Only allow responsible adults who are familiar with the instructions to operate the machine Clear the area of objects such as rocks toys wire etc which...

Page 3: ...hine Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may block your view of a child IV TOWING Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for towing Do not attac...

Page 4: ...edy please contact your nearest authorized service center department Wehavecompetent well trainedtechni cians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor Please read and retain this manual...

Page 5: ...Slope Sheet Battery Keys Steering Wheel Steering Boot Steering Extension Shaft Steering Wheel Adapter 1 Hex Bolt 1 Lock Washer 1 Large Flat Washer Steering Wheel Insert Seat 1 Seat 2 Hex Bolts 2 Nut...

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: ...THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST All assembly instructions have been completed No remaining loose parts in carton...

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: ...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 standards...

Page 10: ...r performing any adjustments or repairs We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses Fig 5 TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL D See Fig 7 Always operate engine at full speed...

Page 11: ...to reverse R position and slowly release clutch brake pedal to start movement TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT See Fig 9 The position of the attachment lift lever A determines the cutting height Put att...

Page 12: ...on level ground Remove oil fill cap dipstick and wipe clean reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight wait for a few seconds remove and read oil level If necessary add oil until FULL mark on dipstick...

Page 13: ...This may require an engine warm up period from several seconds to several minutes depending on the temperature The attachments can also be used during the engine warm up period MOWING TIPS DO NOT use...

Page 14: ...rs Check 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 RECOMMENDATION...

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: ...ill cap dipstick securely each time you check the oil level TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL See Fig 15 16 Determine temperature range expected before oil change All oil must meet API service classification SG SL...

Page 17: ...ntactwiththeblade Replace broken or missing washout fitting immediately prior to using mower again Pluganyholesinmowerwithboltsandlocknuts Fig 20 DECK WASHOUT PORT See Fig 20 Your tractor s deck is eq...

Page 18: ...f mower and disconnect mower 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 A...

Page 19: ...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 washer and retainer spring Ins...

Page 20: ...t your adjustment by mowing some uncut grass and visually checking the appearance Readjust if neces sary until you are satisfied with the results PRECISION SIDE TO SIDE ADJUSTMENT See Fig 28 With all...

Page 21: ...nd clutching idler B 5 Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides and keepers 6 Install mower See TO INSTALL MOWER section in this manual TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT See...

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: ...REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB Raise hood Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill Clo...

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: ...h 7 Check 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...

Page 26: ...under mower 7 Clean underside of mower housing 8 Mower drive belt worn 8 Replace mower drive belt 9 Blades improperly installed 9 Reinstall blades sharp edge down 10 Improper blades used 10 Replace wi...

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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