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OWNER'S MANUAL

For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor:

call 1-800-849-1297 For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886

MODEL NO. 259723
13 HP 38 INCH
LAWN TRACTOR

173487 1.8.00 RD

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

Summary of Contents for 173487

Page 1: ...ER S MANUAL For Parts and Service contact our authorized distributor call 1 800 849 1297 For Technical Assistance call 1 800 829 5886 MODELNO 259723 13HP38INCH LAWNTRACTOR 173487 1 8 00 RD PRINTED IN U S A ...

Page 2: ...tra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck Data indicates that operators age 60 years and above are involved in a large percentage of riding mower related injuries These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss of contro...

Page 3: ... without charge for parts or labor incurred in replacing parts any part which we find to be defective due to materials or workmanship This Warranty is subject to the following limitations and exclusions 1 This warranty does not apply to the engine other than FHP manufactured transaxle transmission components battery except as noted below or components parts thereof Please refer to the applicable m...

Page 4: ...n on slopes unless neces sary and then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible 45 TRACTOR MODELNUMBER259723 MOWER DECK 56 165723 Spacer Retainer 67 106932X Knob RD 3 8 16 Plstc Thd 68 144200 Belt 69 76020312 Pin Cotter 3 32 x 3 4 86 7631J Runner LH 87 128772 Runner RH 88 19111216 Washer 11 32 x 3 4 x 16 Ga 89 19131612 Washer 13 32 x 1 x 12 Ga 107 133502 Spacer Retainer 108 133503 Stiffener ...

Page 5: ...his tractor is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest covered brush covered 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 effective working order by the operator In the state of California the ...

Page 6: ...T 2 159471 Shaft Asm Lift 3 105767X Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc 4 12000002 E Ring 5133 62 5 19211621 Washer Pltd 21 32 X 1 X 21ga 6 120183X Bearing Nylon Blk 629 Id 7 109413X Grip Handle bicycle Matte 8 124526X Button Plunger Red 11 139865 Link Lift LH 12 139866 Link Lift RH 13 4939M RetainerSpring 15 167253 Link Front 16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1 2 13 Unc 17 130171 Trunnion Blk Zinc 18 73800800 Nut Lock W...

Page 7: ...5 16 hex bolt and locknut Tighten securely Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure INSTALL STEERING WHEEL Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward Remove steering wheel adapter from steering wheel and slide adapter onto steering shaft extension Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal left to right and slide inside bo...

Page 8: ...ractor from the skid INSTALL SEAT Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob Remove adjustment bolt lock washer and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard packing Remove the cardboard packing and discard Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt Tighten shoulder bolt securely Assemble a...

Page 9: ...FICATIONS section of this manual CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual Verify that the belts are routed correctly CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results mower housing should be properly leveled See TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING in the Service and Adjustments sectio...

Page 10: ... Model No OHV 130 Order parts from engine manufacturer 4 156700 Muffler 13 165291 Gasket Eng 1 313 Id Tin Plated 14 13280336 Nipple Pipe 4 1 2 15 13200300 Elbow Std 90 Degree 3 8 18 Npt 16 11050600 Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3 8 23 169837 ShieldBrowning DebrisGuard 29 137180 Kit Spark Arrestor Flat Scrn 31 109202X Tank Fuel Front 1 25 32 140527X Cap Asm Fuel Top Vented 33 123487X Clamp Hose Blk 37 1370...

Page 11: ... declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine GEARSHIFT LEVER Selects the speed and direction of tractor IGNITION SWITCH Used for starting and stopping the engine LIFT LEVER PLUNGER Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position LIGHT SWITCH Turns the headlights on and off PARKING BRAKE LEVER Locks clutch brake pedal into the brake position THROTTLE CHOKE CONTROL U...

Page 12: ...ull throttle Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower performance TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the gearshift lever Start tractor with clutch brake pedal depressed and gearshift lever in neutral N position Move gearshift lever to desired position Slowly release c...

Page 13: ...tion Do not push or tow tractor at more than five 5 MPH NOTE To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor rope cord etc TOWING CARTSAND OTHER ATTACHMENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your trac...

Page 14: ...CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL The engine in your tractor has been shipped from the factory already filled with summer weight oil Check engine oil with tractor on level ground Remove oil fill cap dipstick and wipe clean reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight wait for a few seconds remove and read oil level If neces sary add oil until FULL mark on dipstick is reached Do not overfill For cold weather ope...

Page 15: ...ed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clippings Make first cut relatively high the second to the desired height Do not mow grass when it is wet Wet grass will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps Allow grass to dry before mowing Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of material Regulate ground speed by s...

Page 16: ...ual Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season Once a year you should replace the spark plug clean or replace air filter and check blades and belts for wear A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air fuel mixture and help your engi...

Page 17: ...ion to allow access to blades Remove hex bolt lock washer and flat washer securing blade Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown IMPORTANT To ensure proper assem bly center hole in blade must align with star on mandrel assembly Reassemble hex bolt lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown Tighten bolt securely 27 35 Ft Lbs torque IMPORTANT Blade bolt ...

Page 18: ...arting in cold weather these multi viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32 F Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil 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 Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and af...

Page 19: ...OLING FINS Remove any dust dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating See engine manual AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter Clean the foam pre cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season whichever occurs first Service air cleaner more often under ...

Page 20: ...e the front links and hook the clutch spring Into square hole in frame TO INSTALL MOWER Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position Slide mower under tractor with discharge guard to right side of tractor Lower lift lever to its lowest position Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions 38 38 42 42 Suspension Arms Retainer Springs Both Sides Retainer Spring Anti Sway Bar Housing...

Page 21: ... from bottom edge of mower to ground Distance A on both sides of mower should be the same or within 1 4 of each other If adjustment is necessary make adjustment on one side of mower only To raise one side of mower tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side To lower one side of mower loosen lift link adjustment nut on that side NOTE Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower height about...

Page 22: ...er Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor Remove belt upwards from transaxle pulley by deflecting belt keepers Pull belt toward front of tractor and remove downwards from around engine pulley Install new belt by reversing above procedure 27 Loss of power Cutting too much Set in Higher Cut position grass too fast reduce speed Throttle in CHOKE Adjust throttle control position Build up of grass Clea...

Page 23: ...tc Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding Lift seat pan to raised position and open battery box door Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery First connect RED battery cable to positive terminal with hex bolt and keps nut a...

Page 24: ...e Maintenance section of this manual Inspect and replace belts if necessary See belt replacement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual Lubricate as shown in the Mainte nance section of this manual Be sure that all nuts bolts and screws are securely fastened Inspect moving parts for damage breakage and wear Replace if necessary Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfa...

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