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Page 1: ...g 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 y...
Page 2: ...ght down the slope Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction which could cause the machine to roll over Use extra care while operating machine w...
Page 3: ...se 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 attach towe...
Page 4: ...rnal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest covered brush covered or grass covered land unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting...
Page 5: ...ERING 7HEEL NSERT 3TEERING 7HEEL 3EAT 3TEERING OVER 3TEERING 3HAFT OVER 3TEERING 3HAFT ARGE LAT 7ASHER AM UT OCK UT X EX OLT 0IN LAT 7ASHER 3LOPE 3HEET NOB EY 7ASHER 3TEERING 7HEEL DAPTER UNASSEMBLED...
Page 6: ...3 Slide plastic cover over steering shaft and into posi tion 4 Slide steering shaft protective foam cover over shaft 5 Position front wheels of the riding mower so they are pointing straight forward 6...
Page 7: ...tires are properly inflated For shipping purposes the tires were overinflated at the factory Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side to side front to rear for best cutting results Tires must be p...
Page 8: ...afety 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 indicates...
Page 9: ...engine HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER Used to adjust mower cutting height IGNITION SWITCH Used for starting and stopping the engine LIFT LEVER PLUNGER Used to release height adjust ment lever when changing i...
Page 10: ...hen riding mower is standing idle with the engine running hot engine exhaust gases may cause browning of grass To eliminate this possibility always stop engine when stopping riding mower on grass area...
Page 11: ...HILLS WARNING Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 and do not drive across any slope Use the slope guide at the back of this manual Choose the slowest speed before starting up or...
Page 12: ...r an open flame CAUTION Alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidicgascandamagethefuel...
Page 13: ...eplace air filter and check blade and belt 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 1 Check engine...
Page 14: ...e the seat without first setting the parking brake should shut off the engine When the engine is running and the deck clutch lever is engaged any attempt by the operator to leave the seat should shut...
Page 15: ...allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil 2 Insert end of pump into oil reservoir 3 Pump oil from reservoir Oil Fill Oil Cap TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE SAE VISCOSITY...
Page 16: ...e the blower housing and other cooling shrouds Clean the cooling fins and external surfaces as necessary Make sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled NOTE Operating the engine with a blocked grass sc...
Page 17: ...tch in DISENGAGED position 2 Movemowerheightadjustmentliftleverforwardtolower mower to its lowest position 3 Remove mandrel cover 4 Remove pins holding left and right front mower suspension arms in pl...
Page 18: ...ghest position Measure distance A from bottom edge of mower to ground level at front corners of mower To raise the right side of the mower tighten lift link adjust ment nut To lower the right side of...
Page 19: ...er and square key while pulling tire off 3 Repair tire and reassemble 4 Replace square key while putting tire back on then re place washer and retaining ring securely in axle groove when pushing tire...
Page 20: ...fuse holder is located under the fender ENGINE Your engine speed has been factory set Do not attempt to increase engine speed or it may result in personal injury If you believe that the engine is runn...
Page 21: ...ormation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and letting it run until the fuel lines and carburetor a...
Page 22: ...starter 8 Check replace solenoid or starter 9 Faultyoperatorpresenceswitch es 9 Contact a qualified service center Engine clicks but will not start 1 Weak or dead battery 1 Recharge or replace batter...
Page 23: ...oo fast 1 Shift to slower speed 2 Wet grass 2 Allow grass to dry before mowing 3 Mower deck not level 3 Level mower deck 4 Low uneven tire air pressure 4 Check tires for proper PSI 5 Worn bent or loos...
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