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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

FIG. 29

0217

9

HEX 
BOLT

KEPS NUT

POSITIVE 
(RED) 
CABLE

NEGATIVE 
(BLACK) 
CABLE

TERMINAL 
GUARD

TERMINAL 
ACCESS 
DOOR

REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 29)

CAUTION:  Do not short battery ter mi -
nals by allowing a wrench or any other 
object to contact both terminals at the 
same time. Before connecting battery, 
remove metal bracelets, wristwatch 
bands,rings,etc.

Positive terminal must be connected 
fi rst to prevent sparking from ac ci den tal 
grounding.

•      Lift hood to raised position.
•      Remove terminal guard.
•     Disconnect BLACK battery cable then RED battery 

cable and carefully remove battery from tractor.

•      Install new battery with terminals in same position as 

old battery.

•      Reinstall terminal guard.
•      First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery 

terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten 
securely.

•         Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) bat tery 

terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten 
securely

•      Close terminal access doors.
•      Close hood.

FIG. 28

FIG. 27

00663

RE TAIN ING 
RING

WASH ERS

SQUARE KEY (REAR 
WHEEL ONLY)

AXLE 
COVER

02614

WEAK OR DEAD
BATTERY

FULLY CHARGED
BATTERY

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BAT TERY 
(See Fig. 28) 

WARNING

:

  Lead-acid batteries gen-

 er ate ex plo sive gases.  Keep sparks, 
fl ame and smoking ma te ri als away from 
bat ter ies.  Always wear eye pro tec tion 
when around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be 
recharged. (See "BATTERY" in the Maintenance sec tion 
of this man u al).

If “jumper ca bles” are used for emer gen cy starting, follow 
this pro ce dure:

IMPORTANT

:  YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12 VOLT 

SYSTEM. THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT 
SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR BATTERY TO START 
OTHER VEHICLES. 

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS
(See Fig. 27)

•      Block up axle securely.
•      Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow 

wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do 
not lose).

•      Repair tire and reassemble.
•      On rear wheels only:  align grooves in rear wheel hub 

and axle.  Insert square key.

•      Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in 

axle groove.

•      Replace axle cover.

NOTE: 

To seal tire punctures and prevent fl at tires due to slow 

leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts 
dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

TO AD 

JUST STEER 

ING WHEEL  ALIGN-

 MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) 
when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer-
 ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly 
section of this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on 
your tractor.  If damage has occurred to affect the front 
wheel toe-in or camber, contact your nearest authorized 
service center/department. 

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -
•      Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE 

(+) terminal of each battery(A-B), taking care not to 
short against tractor chassis.

•      Connect one end of the BLACK ca ble to the NEGA TIVE 

(-) terminal (C) of fully charged battery.

•      Connect the other end of the BLACK cable (D) to good 

chassis ground,  away from fuel tank and bat tery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -
•      BLACK cable fi rst from chassis and then from the fully 

charged battery.

•      RED cable last from both batteries.

Summary of Contents for PD25PH48STC

Page 1: ...ACTOR Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation WARNING Read this Owner s Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions Failure to do so can result in serious injury IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not...

Page 2: ...changes in speed or direction SAFETY RULES SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE ON MOWERS IMPORTANT THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS FAILURE TO OBSERVE TH...

Page 3: ...he watchful care of another responsible adult Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area Before and when backing look behind and down for small children Mow up and down slopes 15 Max not...

Page 4: ...ained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor Please read and retain this manual The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly Always obser...

Page 5: ...Hex Bolts 5 16 18 x 1 2 Locknuts 5 16 18 Steering Wheel 1 Knob 1 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge Seat Steering Wheel Insert Steering Wheel Adapter Steering Sleeve Steering Sleeve Extension 2 Keys Slo...

Page 6: ...l IMPORTANT CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES IN SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR IS TO ROLL OFF SKID 02143 STEERING WHEEL INSERT LOCK NUT LARGE FLAT WASHER STEERING WHEEL STEERING WHEEL EXTE...

Page 7: ...ion section of this manual SHOULDER BOLT ADJUSTING BAR PIN RETAINER SPRING FIG 4 GAUGE WHEEL 3 8 16 CENTER LOCKNUT 3 8 WASHER NOTE You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid Follow the approp...

Page 8: ...loop retainer springs as shown Position front plate assembly between front mower brackets Raise deck and plate assembly to align holes and insert flanged pins Secure pins with double loop retainerspri...

Page 9: ...been completed No remaining loose parts in carton Battery is properly prepared and charged Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely All tires are properly inflated...

Page 10: ...uld result in serious injury or death The safety alert symbol is used to identify safety inform ation about hazards which can result in death serious injury and or property damage DANGER indicates a h...

Page 11: ...actor and starting the engine HEIGHTADJUSTMENTKNOB Usedtoadjustthemower cutting height HOURMETER Indicates hours of operation AMMETER Indicates charging or discharging of battery PARKING BRAKE Locks c...

Page 12: ...eliminate this possibility al ways stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT See Fig 8 The cutting height is controlled by turning the height ad justment knob in...

Page 13: ...eightsareapproximateand may vary depending upon soil conditions height of grass and types of grass being mowed The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2 1 2 inches during the cool season and t...

Page 14: ...nleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life Do not mix oil with gasoline Purchase fuel in quantities that can...

Page 15: ...LEVEL MOWER HOUSING in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual The left hand side of mower should be used for trim ming Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been c...

Page 16: ...MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION CHART 02500 FRONT WHEEL BEARING ZERK FRONT WHEEL BEARING ZERK ENGINE SPINDLE ZERK SPINDLE ZERK GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE REFER TO MAINTENANCE ENGINE SECTION IMPORTANT DO NOT OIL O...

Page 17: ...w or resharpened blade with stamped THIS SIDE UP facing deck and mandrel assembly IMPORTANT TO ENSURE PROPER ASSEMBLY CENTER HOLE IN BLADE MUST ALIGN WITH STAR ON MANDREL ASSEMBLY Install and tighten...

Page 18: ...ar TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE SAE VISCOSITY GRADES 20 0 30 40 80 100 30 20 0 20 30 40 F C 32 10 10 60 5W 30 SAE 30 oil_visc_chart1_e FIG 16 TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL See Figs 15 a...

Page 19: ...n at all times Every 100 hours of operation more often under extremely dusty dirty conditions remove the blower housing and other cooling shrouds Clean the cooling fins and external surfaces as necess...

Page 20: ...ER PULLEY GROOVES If equipped turn height adjustment knob counter clockwise until it stops Lower mower linkage with attachment lift control Be sure belt tension rod is in disengaged position Install b...

Page 21: ...02548 B B TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway Make sure tires are properly inflated See PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual If tires a...

Page 22: ...H MANDREL COVER RH SUSPENSION ARM IDLER PULLEY TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE SECONDARY DRIVE BELT See Fig 24 Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake Remove mower See TO REMOVE MOWER in this se...

Page 23: ...n jam nut against nut A Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in transmission engaged position Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above Readjust if necessary If stoppi...

Page 24: ...starting follow this procedure IMPORTANT YOURTRACTOR IS EQUIPPEDWITH A 12VOLT SYSTEM THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT SYSTEM DO NOT USEYOUR TRACTOR BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES TO REMOVE WH...

Page 25: ...orly stop running or prevent it from starting Check wiring See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts section TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 20 amp automotive type plug in fuse The fuse holder is...

Page 26: ...UEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSE OR TANK DURING STORAGE ALSO EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOLORMETHANOL CANATTRACTMOISTUREWHICH...

Page 27: ...gnition switch 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 E...

Page 28: ...n 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 Reinsta...

Page 29: ...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 assembled adjusted operated and main tained...

Page 30: ...ever 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 al...

Page 31: ...ers Brushcutters and Blowers 3 For replacement parts have available the following information a Model Number Manufacturer s I D Number b Description of part NOTE Electrolux Home Products provides part...

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