Page 1: ...LWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION WARNING Read this Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions Failure to do so can result in serious injury IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away 312...
Page 2: ...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 removing the grass c...
Page 3: ...ed equipment except at the hitch point Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes Neverallowchildrenorothersinorontowedequipment On slopes the...
Page 4: ...or grass covered land unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws if any If a spark arrester is used it should be maintained in effectiv...
Page 5: ...el 1 Washer 1 Knob Steering Wheel Insert Seat 1 Seat Steering Boot Steering Extension Shaft Steering Wheel Adapter Keys 2 Keys Slope Sheet 1 Oil Drain Tube For Future Use 1 Hex Bolt 5 16 18 x 4 1 5 16...
Page 6: ...ES IN SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR IS TO ROLL OFF SKID TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier Standard wrench sizes are listed 1 5 16 wrench Utility kn...
Page 7: ...HE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST All assembly instructions have been completed No remaining loose parts in carton Battery is properl...
Page 8: ...ntify safety inform ation about hazards which can result in death serious injury and or property damage DANGER indicates a hazard which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING in...
Page 9: ...to your tractor B BRAKE PEDAL Used for braking the tractor and starting the engine C PARKING BRAKE LEVER Locks brake pedal into the brake position D THROTTLE CHOKE CONTROL Used for starting and contr...
Page 10: ...clutch control in the DISENGAGED position ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH ENGAGED ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH DISENGAGED NOTE Failure to move throttle control between half and full speed fast position before s...
Page 11: ...fcut see TOADJUSTMOWER CUTTING HEIGHT Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control CAUTION Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher on mowerssoequipped orthedeflect...
Page 12: ...ds during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel systemofanenginewhileinstorage Toavoidengine problems the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer Drain the gas tank start th...
Page 13: ...itude above 3000 feet or in cold temperatures below 32 F the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance See TO ADJUST CARBURETOR in the Service and Adjustments section...
Page 14: ..._sch tractore ROS e BEFORE EACH USE EVERY 8 HOURS EVERY 25 HOURS EVERY 50 HOURS EVERY 100 HOURS EVERY SEASON BEFORE STORAGE Lubrication Chart Check Brake Operation Check Battery Level Check Tire Press...
Page 15: ...ade bolt securely 45 55 Ft Lbs torque IMPORTANT Special blade bolt is heat treated 02544 MANDREL ASSEMBLY BLADE BLADE BOLT SPECIAL CENTER HOLE STAR BATTERY Yourtractorhasabatterychargingsystemwhichiss...
Page 16: ...wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 25 hours in one year...
Page 17: ...eels free of all gasoline oil etc Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and trans mission...
Page 18: ...ct mower suspension arm A from chassis and rear lift link C from rear mower bracket D remove retainer springs and washers Go to other side of mower and disconnect the suspen sion arm and rear lift lin...
Page 19: ...and visually checking the appearance Readjust if necessary until you are satisfied with the results A Turn nut left to lower mower Turn nut right to raise mower FIG 19 FIG 20 PRECISION SIDE TO SIDE A...
Page 20: ...er TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT See Fig 24 Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake For assistance there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest 02952 A B C D...
Page 21: ...SYSTEM THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT SYSTEM DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE terminal of eac...
Page 22: ...ith bolt and nut as shown Tighten securely Slide terminal cover over terminal Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative ter minal with remaining bolt and nut Tighten securely Lower seat pan 02602 0260...
Page 23: ...LFUELSYSTEMPARTSSUCH AS CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSE OR TANK DURING STORAGE ALSO EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOLORMETHANOL CANATTRACTMOISTUREWHICH L...
Page 24: ...ing 6 Check all wiring 7 Faulty ignition 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 autho...
Page 25: ...Clean underside of mower housing 8 Mower drive belt worn 8 Replace mower drive belt 9 Blades improperly installed 9 Reinstall blades sharp edge down 10 Improper blades used 10 Replace with blades list...
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Page 27: ...never 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 a...
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