Page 1: ...042YT LAWN TRACTOR WARNING Read this Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety instructions Failure to do so can result in serious injury ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION Visit our website...
Page 2: ...lades set parking brake stop engine and remove keys before dismounting Disengage blades when not mowing Shut off engine and wait for all parts to come to a complete stop before cleaning the machine re...
Page 3: ...portable container rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete Do not use a nozzle...
Page 4: ...erve the SAFETY RULES CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Read and observe the safety rules Follow a regular schedule in maintaining caring for and using your tractor Follow the instructions under Maintenance a...
Page 5: ...all four panels of carton Remove end panels and lay side panels flat Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID TO CHECK BATTERY See Fig 1 Lift seat t...
Page 6: ...uted correctly CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your tractor check to see that the brake is operating properly See TO CHECK BRAKE in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual...
Page 7: ...hazards which can result in death serious injury and or property damage REVERSE FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LiFT DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION...
Page 8: ...er attachments mounted to your tractor B BRAKE PEDAL Used for braking the tractor and starting the engine C PARKING BRAKE Locks clutch brake pedal into the brake position D THROTTLE CHOKE CONTROL Used...
Page 9: ...s described above before leaving the operator s position to empty grass catcher etc TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL D See Fig 7 Always operate engine at full speed fast Operating engine at less than full spee...
Page 10: ...aged wh le mowing is strongly discouraged Turning the ROS ON to allow reverse operation with the attachment clutch engaged should only be done when the operator decides it is necessary to reposition t...
Page 11: ...Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute If the engine does not start after several attempts move throttle control to fast position wait a few minutes and try again If...
Page 12: ...st maintain 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...
Page 13: ...n the ROS ON position and the attachment clutch engaged any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse should NOT shut off the engine ROS ON POSITION ENGINE ON POSITION NORMAL OPERATING Fig 12 BLAD...
Page 14: ...ainer Remove oil fill cap dipstick Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil Remove yellow cap from end of drain valve and install the drain tube onto the fitting Unlock drain...
Page 15: ..._lt position IMPORTANT Recheck the area making certain the area is clear Move the tractor s attachment clutch control to the EN GAGED position Remain in the operator s position with the cutting deck...
Page 16: ...sion 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 lift link CAUTION After...
Page 17: ...d retainer spring Repeat on opposite side of tractor Fig 20 Fig 21 Hook end of clutch cable spring Q into hole in idler arm R Push clutch cable housing guide P into bracket slide collar L onto guide a...
Page 18: ...ure the distance A from bottom edge of blade to the ground The distance should be the same on both sides Fig 25 18 Recheck measurements adjust if necessary until both sides are equal FRONT TO BACK ADJ...
Page 19: ...brake needs to be serviced Contact a qualified service center TO REPLACE MOTION BELT DRIVE See Fig 2g Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake For assistance there is a belt installation...
Page 20: ...uare key WASHERS RETAINING RING AXLE X COVERX_ SQUARE KEY REAR_ I WHEEL ONLY Fig 31 Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove Replace axle cover NOTE To seal tire punctures and p...
Page 21: ...E NEGATIVE BLACK CABLE Fig 34 TO 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...
Page 22: ...TIAL FUELSYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSE OR TANK DURING STORAGE ALSO EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOLOR METHANOL CAN ATTRACT MOISTU...
Page 23: ...r starter 9 Faulty operator presence switch es 1 Weak or dead battery 2 Corroded battery terminals 3 Loose or damaged wiring 4 Faulty solenoid or starter 1 Cutting too much grass too fast 2 Throttle i...
Page 24: ...r proper air pressure 6 Replace blade Tighten blade bolt 1 Engine speed too slow 2 Travel speed too fast 3 Wet grass 4 Mower deck not level 5 Low uneven tire air pressure 6 Worn bent or loose blade 7...
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Page 28: ...sed for rental or commercial purposes is limited to 90 days from the date of original purchase This Warranty applies only to products which have been properly assembled adjusted operated and maintaine...
