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RIDING MOWER 

MODEL NUMBER WELRVBA (96026000100)

STEERING

  

PRODUCT NUMBER 960 26 00-01

9

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your riding mower were overin-

flated at the factory for shipping purposes.  

Correct tire pressure is important for best 

cutting performance.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing 

should be properly leveled.  See “TO LEVEL 

MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and 

Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITON OF 

MOWER DRIVE BELT

See the figure that is shown for replacing the 

mower drive belt in the service and adjust-

ment section of this manual.  Verify that the 

belt is routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your riding 

mower, check to see that the brake is oper-

ating properly. 

CHECKLIST

Before you operate your new riding mower, 

we wish to assure that you receive the best 

performance and satisfaction from this Qual-

ity Product.
Please review the following checklist:

✓ 

All assembly instructions have been 

com plet ed.

✓ 

No remaining loose parts in carton.

✓ 

Battery is properly connected.

✓ 

Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight-

ened securely.

✓ 

All tires are properly inflated.  (For ship-

ping purposes, the tires were overinflated 

at the factory.)

✓ 

Be sure mower deck is properly leveled 

side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting 

results.  (Tires must be properly inflated 

for leveling.)

✓ 

Check mower belt.  Be sure it is routed 

properly around pulleys and inside all belt 

keepers.

✓ 

Check wiring.  See that all connections 

are still secure and wires are properly 

clamped.

While learning how to use your riding mower, 

pay extra attention to the following important 

items:

✓ 

Engine oil is at proper level.

✓ 

Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular 

unleaded gasoline.

✓ 

Become familiar with all controls, their 

location and function.  Operate them 

before you start the engine.

✓ 

Be sure brake system is in safe operating 

condition.

✓ 

Be sure Operator Presence System and 

Reverse Operation System (ROS) are 

working properly (See the Operation and 

Maintenance sections in this manual.)

Summary of Contents for 96026000100

Page 1: ...ervice through its authorized distributors and dealers therefore all requests for parts and service should be directed to your local dealer s The philosophy of HOP is to continually improve all of its...

Page 2: ...Battery must be maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished 4 The Warranty does not apply to any products used for rental or commercial purposes 5 This Warranty applies only to products w...

Page 3: ...e machine only in daylight or good artificial light Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways Use extra care w...

Page 4: ...the operator Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area Beforeandwhilebacking lookbehindand down for small children Never carry children even with the blade shut off They may fall off an...

Page 5: ...hing immediately Never overfill fuel tank Replace gas cap and tighten securely GENERAL SERVICE Never operate machine in a closed area Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in safe...

Page 6: ...u experience any problem you cannot easily remedy please contact a qualifiedservicecenter Wehavecompetent well trained representatives and the proper tools to service or repair this riding mower Pleas...

Page 7: ...ong dotted lines on all four panels of carton Remove end panels and lay side panels flat 3 Remove packing materials from riding mower 4 Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove NOTE...

Page 8: ...djustment handle Bolt Flat washer Seat pan Pad Tape Slot Tab LUMBAR SUPPORT Loosen lumbar adjustment knob Slide seat back up or down to most com fortable position for lower back support Tighten lumbar...

Page 9: ...h to assure that you receive the best performanceandsatisfactionfromthisQual ity Product Please review the following checklist All assembly instructions have been completed No remaining loose parts in...

Page 10: ...LOCK TENSION CHAIN 33 532 43 61 50 SPRING ADJUSTER TENSION 34 877 10 10 40 PIN CLEVIS 5 16 X 2 1 2 36 532 43 57 22 SHAFT INPUT CLUTCH 37 532 43 61 52 SPROCKETSPLINED14TOOTH 39 532 43 04 70 BEARING BAL...

Page 11: ...ts Save this manual for future reference Our riding mowers conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute DECK CLUTCH LEVER Used to engage the mower blade BRAK...

Page 12: ...T REST 16 532 43 94 01 PANEL ASM CONTROL 18 ENGINE 215807 1529 G1 439273 NON CALIFORNIA ORDER PARTS FROM ENGINE MANUFACTURER 19 532 43 68 61 KEEPER BELT 22 532 44 21 30 DECK CLUTCH ASM 23 532 14 98 46...

Page 13: ...f grass and types of grass being mowed TO OPERATE MOWER Your riding mower is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and...

Page 14: ...Deflector Shield Hinge Bracket TO TRANSPORT When pushing or towing your riding mower besuretodisengagetransmissionbyplacing shifter in neutral Raisemowerheightadjustmenttoitshigh estpositionwithmowerh...

Page 15: ...necessary add oil until FULL mark on dipstick is reached Do not overfill For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting See the oil viscositychartintheMaintenancesection of this...

Page 16: ...re mowing Regulategroundspeedbyselectingalow enough gear to give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired When operating attachments select a groundspeedthatwillsuittheterra...

Page 17: ...sureproper air fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer BEFORE EACH USE 1 Check engine oil level 2 Check brake operation 3 Check tire pressure 4 Check operator presence and ROS sys...

Page 18: ...your hands with gloves and or wrap blade with heavy cloth 2 Remove blade bolt by turning counter clockwise 3 Install new blade with stamped THIS SIDE UP facing deck and mandrel as sembly IMPORTANT To...

Page 19: ...priate section in manual unless directed to service center 19 BATTERY Your riding mower has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use Keep battery and connectors clean Only recharge...

Page 20: ...is to be stored for a period of time clean it thoroughly remove all dirt grease leaves etc Storeinaclean dryarea 1 Cleanentireridingmower See CLEAN ING in the Maintenance section of this manual 2 Ins...

Page 21: ...TERY CAUTION Lead acid batteries gener ate explosive gases Keep sparks flame and smoking materials away from batteries Always wear eye protection when around batteries If your battery is too weak to s...

Page 22: ...tions in the INSTALL STEERING COLUMN section of this manual TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS FRONT WHEEL 1 Block up front axle securely 2 Remove dust cover retaining ring and washer to allow wheel removal...

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