Page 1: ...or Assembly Operation Maintenance Service and Adjustments Storage Troubleshooting Repair Parts For Parts and Service contact our authorized distdbutor call 1 800 849 1297 ForTechnical Assistance call...
Page 2: ...forwheel weights or countenNeights to improve stability Use extra care withgrass catchers or other attachments These can change the stability of the machine Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gr...
Page 3: ...o that you will net have to stop or shift while on the slope Avoid starting or stopping on a slope If tires lose traction disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope If machine sto...
Page 4: ...e you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly Always observe the SAFETY RULES CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Read and observe the safety rules Follow a regular schedule in maintaining caring for and...
Page 5: ...ring Wheel Adapter Steering Extension Shaft Steering Boot 1 Large Flat Washer 1 Locknut 1 2 20 1 Hex Bolt 1 4 28 x 1 1 4 1 Locknut 1 4 28 Seat 1 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge 1 Lock Washer 1 2 1 Bo...
Page 6: ...ditional loose parts or cartons and remove BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID ATTACH STEERING WHEEL See Fig 1 ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft Align mou...
Page 7: ...tor off the skid Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID See Operation section for location and function of controls Press lift lever plun...
Page 8: ...ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BESTPERFORMANCEAND SATISFACTION FROMTHIS QUALITY PRODUCT PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST All assembly instructions have been completed z No remaining loose parts in c...
Page 9: ...y inform ation about hazards which can result in death serious injury and or property damage DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION DANGER indicates a h...
Page 10: ...tional Standards Institute ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER Used to engage the mower blades or other attachments mounted to your tractor LIGHT SWITCH POSITION Turns the headlights on and off THROTTLE CHOKE CON...
Page 11: ..._G B_AKE DISENGAGED POSITION FIG 5 STOPPING See Fig 5 MOWER BLADES To stop mower blades move attachment clutch lever to DISENGAGED position GROUND DRIVE To stop ground drive depress clutch brake pedal...
Page 12: ...from damage 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 TOWING CARTS AND OTHER...
Page 13: ...D WEATHER STARTING 50 F and below When engine starts allow engine to run with the throttle control in the choke position until the engine runs roughly then move throttle control to fast posi tion This...
Page 14: ...GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS LUBRICATION CHART The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have ZERK been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive __ full value from the warranty ope...
Page 15: ...ept sharp Replace bent or damaged blades BLADE REMOVAL See Fig 8 Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades Remove blade bolt lock washer and flat washer se curing blade Install new or...
Page 16: ...lthough multi viscosity oils 5W30 10W30 etc improve starting in cold weather these multi viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32 F Check your engine oil level more f...
Page 17: ...erly using a dirty air filter Replace pre cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season Service paper cartridge every t00 hours of operation or every season whichever occurs first Service...
Page 18: ...r and plug fuel line sec tions Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carburetor Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned Immediately...
Page 19: ...s by removing retainer springs Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer springs Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms Slide mower out from under tractor IMPORTANT IF AN ATTACHMENT OTH...
Page 20: ...asure distance D directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown Before making any necessary adjustments check that both front links are equal in length If links are...
Page 21: ...GED NUT A JAM NUT oO_OPERA_NG ARM TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT See Fig 22 Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake For assistance there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side...
Page 22: ...RETAINING RING AXLE COVER__ SQUARE KEY REAR ___ WHEELONL_ FIG 24 TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY See Fig 25 WARNING Lead acid batteries gen erate explosive gases Keep sparks flame and smoking mate...
Page 23: ...liftoff of tractor To replace reverse above procedure ENGINE _ OODHEADLIGHT ECTOR FIG 28 TO ADJUST THRO n LE CONTROL CABLE See Fig 29 The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustmen...
Page 24: ...SENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSE OR TANK DURING STORAGE ALSO EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL CAN A3q RACT...
Page 25: ...3 Wait several minutes before attempting to start 4 Replace spark plug 5 Clean replace air filter 6 Replace fuel filter 7 Drain fuel tank and carburetor refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fu...
Page 26: ...witch 4 Loose or damaged wiring 5 Blown fuse 1 Bad battery cell s 2 Poor cable connections 3 Faulty regulator if so equipped 4 Faulty alternator 1 Engine throttle control not set at SLOW position for...
Page 27: ...DC 3_00 RPM CHARGING SYSTEM DISCONNECTED FUEL SHUT OFF SOLI_NO D RED _ IF SO EQUIPPED __ L_ _ IIW LJ___E _J___L_F_I_ D I LIGHTING SYSTIEM OU_P UT A ORANGE 5AMpAC 86COR_O_ TP_ DIODE ALTERNATOR I OU ACT...
Page 28: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PC1538C PRODUCT NUMBER 954 57 09 32 ELECTRICAL 22 25 48 21 26 I I I I Ii f I I I I I I i t i I I I 29 27 I I I I I I 28...
Page 29: ...Cable Battery 6 Ga 11 red 25 146147 Cable Battery 26 175158 Fuse 20 AMP 27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1 4 20 Unc 28 4207J Cable Ground 6 Ga 12 black 29 121305X Switch Plunger Nc Gray 30 175566 Switch Ign...
Page 30: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PC1538C PRODUCT NUMBER 954 57 09 32 CHASSIS 208 30 207 26 33 2O6 3 26 5 25 10 35 34 26 12 29 28 13 _ 208 cha ssis pl lt_stlt_50 3O...
Page 31: ...riage 3 8 16 x 1 Panel Dash LH Clip Tinnerman Grille P L Panel Slkscr Dash RH ScrewThdrol 3 8 16 x 1 2 Hood Bumper Hood Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16unc X 1 Gr 5 Washer 13 32 X 13 16 X 12 Ga Nut Lock Hex w Ins...
Page 32: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PC1538C PRODUCT NUMBER 954 57 09 32 DRIVE 26 i 27 32...
Page 33: ...oot 150 175456 Bearing Nylon BIk 629 Id 151 19133210 Washer 21 32 X 1 X 16 Ga 156 166002 Pin Roll 3 16 X 1 158 165589 Pulley Idler Composite 159 183900 Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16 X 3 161 72140406 Keeper Belt...
Page 34: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PC1538C PRODUCT NUMBER 954 57 09 32 STEERING 47 68 67 67 65 3O 67 43 I iIz l _l II 6 34...
Page 35: ...8 x 16 Ga Washer 27 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Ga Ring Klip t5304 75 Bearing Col Strg BIk Link Drag Washer Look Hvy Hlcl Spr 3 8 Nut Hex Jam Toplook 1 2 20 Unf Spacer earing Axle Front Hexflange Look Shaft Asm...
Page 36: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PC1538C PRODUCT NUMBER 954 57 09 32 ENGINE 2_ 3 72 81 4 31 78 33 37 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 38 14 23 I 36...
Page 37: ...x Thd Cut 1 4 20 x 1 2 Engine B S 282H07 Order parts from engine manufacturer Muffler Exhaust B S Gasket Eng 1 313 Id Tin Plated Tube Drain Oil Easy Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3 8 Shield BRN DBR Guard Kit...
Page 38: ...2 250 BIk Zi Screw 3 8 16 x 1 5 Washer 13 32 X 1 X 14 Ga Pan Pnt Seat BIk Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch Bushing Snap BIk Nyl KEY PART NO NO 14 72050412 15 134300 16 121250X 17 123976X 21 171852 22 7380...
Page 39: ...186888 Manual Owner s English 186889 Manual Owner s French Available accessories not included with mower C38 Grass Catcher MK38 Mulch Kit w Blades LSB42 42 Snow Blower LCO5 Wheel Weights LBD48 48 Sno...
Page 40: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PC1538C PRODUCT NUMBER 954 57 09 32 MOWER LIFT 7 11 5 6 3 19 13 13 32 13_ 32 19 2O 15 i_ 161718 20 20 15 4O...
Page 41: ...169865 32 73540600 Wire Asm Inner Sprg w plunger Shaft Asm Lift RH Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc E Ring 5133 62 Washer 21 32 X 1 X 21 Ga Bearing Nylon BIk 629 Id Grip Handle Bicycle Matte Btk Button Plunger...
Page 42: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PC1538C PRODUCT NUMBER 954 57 09 32 MOWER DECK 2 2 86 68 28 26 42...
Page 43: ...ndrel Vented 123 169971 Bearing Ball Mandrel 146 165891 Stripper Vented Mower Deck 148 169022 Bolt Shoulder 149 165898 Nut 150 19091216 Bracket Mower Deflector 151 169670 Cap Sleeve 152 172758 Spring...
Page 44: ...SERVICE NOTES 44...
Page 45: ...The Warranty period for any products used for rental or commercial purposes is limited to 90 days from the date of original purchase 5 This Warranty applies only to products which have been properly a...
Page 46: ...onent and parts The cost of normal maintenance and replacement of service items which are not defective shall be paid for by the original purchaser C Securinq Warranty Service Warranty service can be...
Page 47: ...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 along dotted line indicated above 2 Hold...
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