1
Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service .........28
Troubleshooting the Tractor ..................................28
Troubleshooting the Mower ..................................29
Battery Charging ...................................................30
Seat Adjustment....................................................30
Brake Adjustment..................................................30
PTO Clutch Adjustment ........................................31
Fuse Replacement ................................................32
Mower Adjustments ..............................................32
Gauge Wheels ..............................................32
Leveling the Mower .......................................33
Mower Belt Replacement ......................................34
Specifications ....................................................35
Parts & Accessories..........................................36
Lawn Care & Mowing Information .............LC—1
NOTE: In this manual, “left” and “right” are referred to as
seen from the operating position.
Safety Rules & Information.................................2
Identification Numbers........................................7
Safety Decals .......................................................8
Safety Icons .........................................................9
Features & Controls ..........................................10
Control Functions ..................................................10
Parking Brake Function.........................................12
Cruise Control Operation ......................................12
Hourmeter .............................................................12
12 Volt Power Outlet .............................................12
Operating the Tractor ........................................13
Safety Interlock System ........................................13
General Operating Safety .....................................13
Adding Fuel ...........................................................13
Starting the Engine ...............................................13
Stopping the Tractor & Engine ..............................14
Driving the Tractor ................................................14
Mowing..................................................................14
Mowing in Reverse ...............................................14
Attachment Operation in Reverse .........................14
Pushing the Tractor by Hand ................................14
Mower Deck Removal & Installation .....................15
Adjusting Mower Cutting Height............................16
Attaching a Trailer .................................................16
Storage .................................................................16
Regular Maintenance ........................................17
Maintenance Schedule .........................................17
Checking Tire Pressures.......................................17
Check / Clean Oil Cooler ......................................18
Safety Interlock System Check .............................18
Blade Brake Check ...............................................18
PTO Clutch Adjustment Check .............................18
Engine Maintenance .............................................18
Battery Maintenance .............................................18
Transmission Identification ...................................19
Transmission Maintenance ...................................19
Hood Removal and Installation .............................19
Lubrication ............................................................20
Lubricate Rear Axes .............................................21
Servicing the Mower Blades .................................22
Check & Fill Engine Oil .........................................23
Oil Drain Valve Operation .....................................24
Change Engine Oil ................................................24
Change Engine Oil & Filter ...................................24
Air Filter & Pre-Cleaner Service
(Briggs & Stratton Two Cylinder Models) ..............25
Air Filter & Pre-Cleaner Service
(Briggs & Stratton Single Cylinder Models)...........26
Replace Spark Plug ..............................................27
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