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Summary of Contents for PXT15538

Page 1: ...T 15538 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 webs...

Page 2: ...blades 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 r...

Page 3: ...th aportable 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 no...

Page 4: ...NSiBiLiTiES Read and observe the safety rules Follow a regular schedule in maintaining caring for and using your tractor Follow the instructions under Maintenance and Stor age sections of this owner s...

Page 5: ...heel Adapter f I I Steering Wheel Insert f Steering _ Extension k j Shaft I I I I I I I I Steering _ _ I Boot 1 Bolt 1 Large Flat Washer 1 Lock Washer Seat 1 Lock Washer 1 Large Flat Washer 1 Seat 1 B...

Page 6: ...ated on label label is located between terminals charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6 10 amps See BATTERY in Maintenance section of this manual for charging instructions For battery and battery...

Page 7: ...pressure is important for best cutting performance Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown on tires CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results mower housing should be properly leveled See TO LEVEL MOWER...

Page 8: ...tructions could 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 i...

Page 9: ...ngage the mower blades or other attachments mountedto your tractor ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER Used to raise lower and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL U...

Page 10: ...CH IN ANY POSITION OTHER THAN OFF WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED DEAD NOTE Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running hot engine exhaust gases may cause br...

Page 11: ...ator to travel in the reverse direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine unless ignition key is placed inthe ROS ON position _I _WARNING Backing up with the attachment clutc...

Page 12: ...and retry WARM WEATHER STARTING 50 F and above When engine starts move the throttle control to the fast position The attachments and ground drive can now be used If the engine does not accept the loa...

Page 13: ...t have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodic...

Page 14: ...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 ROS ON POSITION ENGINE ON POSITION NORMAL OPERATING Fi...

Page 15: ...o to the bottom fitting of the drain valve Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube Pour slowly Do not overfill For approximate capacity see PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual...

Page 16: ...D ON THE TRACTOR REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS AND HOOK THE CLUTCH SPRING INTO SQUARE HOLE IN FRAME TO INSTALL MOWER See Fig 14 Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position Slide mower under tractor w...

Page 17: ...urns When distance D is 1 8 to 1 2 lower at front than rear tighten nuts F against trunnion on both front links To raise front of mower loosen nut F from trunnion on both front links Tighten nut E on...

Page 18: ...n adjustment bolt infront of the right rear wheel Position the gear shift lever in the neutral position Tighten adjustment bolt securely NOTE Ifadditional clearance is needed to get to adjustment bolt...

Page 19: ...osition as old battery First connect RED battery cable to positive terminal with bolt and nut as shown Tighten securely Slide terminal cover over terminal Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative ter...

Page 20: ...AL 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 MOISTURE...

Page 21: ...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 22: ...oor cable connections 3 Faulty regulator if so equipped 4 Faulty alternator 1 Engine throttle control not set between half and full speed fast position before stopping engine 1 Reverse operation syste...

Page 23: ...pes 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 H...

Page 24: ...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...

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