
Contents
Models
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2000
Safety Alert and Notations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .i
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Safety Decals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Controls and Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Lubrication and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Trouble Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Attachments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Specific Model and Serial Numbers are on a label
located on the frame of your Tractor and on a label
located on the product registration form. Record
those numbers below and transfer the label from the
product registration to place indicated below. Use
these numbers whenever par ts or ser vice is
required.
NOTE:
All References to “Left”, “Right”, “Front” and
“Rear” are given from operator’s position.
Equipment
Model Number
Equipment
Serial Number
Engine
Model Number
Engine
Serial Number
Model 936022 (Sierra 1340G)
13.0 HP Tecumseh w/40” pan
Model 936023 (Sierra 1540H)
15.0 HP Briggs & Stratton w/40” pan
Model 936024 (Sierra 1548H)
15.0 HP Kohler w/48” pan
Model 936025 (Sierra 1648H Twin)
16.0 HP Briggs & Stratton Twin Cylinder w/48” pan
Model 936026 (Sierra 1540H)
15.0 HP Kohler w/40” pan
Model 936027 (Sierra 1640H Twin)
16.0 HP Briggs & Stratton Twin Cylinder w/40” pan
TRANSFER
MODEL SERIAL
LABEL FROM
PRODUCT
REGISTRATION
Publications and Service Parts List
Order the following parts through your Dealer:
Part No.
Qty. Description
03670700
1
Parts Manual
00024800
1
Service Manual
03621100
1
Battery
08811700
1
Fuel Filter (Briggs)
07229600
1
PTO (Engine to Deck Belt)
07211500
1
Mower Drive Belt (40” Deck)
07214100
1
Mower Drive Belt (48” Deck)
07229500
1
Transmission Belt (Gear Drive)
07229700
1
Transmission Belt (Hydrostatic Drive)
03624751
2
Blade (40” Deck)
03123751
3
Blade (48” Deck)