O
PERATOR’S
M
ANUAL
IMPORTANT: READ
PRINTED IN THE U.S.A.
772C0689
SAFETY RULES ANDINSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
1/04
AutoDrive
™
Lawn Tractor
Model CLT 160
CADET, 60 OTTAWA STREET SOUTH, KITCHENER, ONT. N2G 3S7
Страница 1: ...OPERATOR S MANUAL IMPORTANT READ PRINTED IN THE U S A 772C0689 SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY 1 04 AutoDrive Lawn Tractor Model CLT 160 CADET 60 OTTAWA STREET SOUTH KITCHENER ONT N2G 3S7...
Страница 2: ...lease locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the information from it in the space provided below The information on the model plate is very important if you need help from your authorized de...
Страница 3: ...r 8 Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation and while performing an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes 9...
Страница 4: ...weights or counterweights to improve stability 5 Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments These can change the stability of the machine 6 Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradu...
Страница 5: ...efueling h Never over fill fuel tank Fill tank to no more than inch below bottom of filler neck to allow space for fuel expansion i Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely j If gasoline is spilled w...
Страница 6: ...intain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary 14 Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas oil etc to protect the environment WARNING YOUR RESPONSIBILITY Restrict the use of...
Страница 7: ...E SLOPES WHERE YOU MAY NOT OPERATE SAFELY Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees a rise of approximately 2 1 2 feet every 10 feet A riding mower could overturn and cause serious i...
Страница 8: ...as instructed on page 23 of this manual prior to operating the tractor ATTACHING THE STEERING WHEEL In the event your tractor was crated with the steering wheel and the seat removed for shipping reaso...
Страница 9: ...ex screws removed earlier See Figure 3 Quick Adjustment Seat NOTE If your seat was shipped mounted backwards on the seat pivot bracket pull out the tab found on the seat stop and hold it open while sl...
Страница 10: ...n your thumb and index finger and rotating it clockwise WARNING The shipping brace used for packaging purposes only must be removed and discarded before operating your riding mower WARNING The mowing...
Страница 11: ...t Lever K AutoDrive Pedal E Cup Holder L Lift Lever F Throttle Control Lever M Seat Adjustment Lever N Cargo Net Not Shown I F B C H G E L K J M P 1 10 P A D NOTE Steering Wheel not shown for clarity...
Страница 12: ...the tractor IGNITION SWITCH WARNING Never leave a running machine unattended Always disengage the PTO move shift lever into neutral position set parking brake stop engine and remove key to prevent un...
Страница 13: ...ttachments on models so equipped with an electric PTO pull outward on the PTO knob Push the PTO knob inward to disengage the power to the cutting deck NOTE The PTO knob must be in the disengaged OFF p...
Страница 14: ...or leaves the seat with the engine running or the engine will automatically shut off IMPORTANT Always set the parking brake when leaving the tractor unattended SECTION 9 OPERATING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR WA...
Страница 15: ...trike a foreign object stop the engine disconnect the spark plug wire s and ground against the engine Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage Repair the damage before restarting and operating If...
Страница 16: ...e cruise control button and the drive pedal will lock in the down position and the tractor will maintain the same forward speed NOTE Cruise control can not be engaged at the tractor s fastest ground s...
Страница 17: ...is damp Wet grass tends to stick to the underside of the cutting deck preventing proper mulching of the clippings Under heavier conditions it may be necessary to go back over the cut area a second tim...
Страница 18: ...on the opposite side of the stabilizer bracket See Figure 13A Tighten the lock nuts to raise the front of the deck loosen the lock nuts to lower the front of the deck Figure 13 Side to Side If the cut...
Страница 19: ...run rough Be certain it is clean and properly attached before adjusting carburetor Refer to separate engine manual packed with your unit for information regarding air cleaner maintenance Refer to sepa...
Страница 20: ...1 MAINTENANCE WARNING Before performing any maintenance or repairs disengage PTO move shift lever into neutral position set parking brake stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting CLEA...
Страница 21: ...e oil drain valve in slightly then rotate counterclockwise and pull outward to begin draining oil See Figure 20 Service the oil filter if so equipped as instructed in the separate engine manual packed...
Страница 22: ...DECK REMOVAL then gently flip the deck over to expose its underside Place a block of wood between the center deck housing baffle and the cutting blade to act as a stabilizer See Figure 21 Use a 15 16...
Страница 23: ...w these instructions to prevent the screwdriver from shorting against the frame IMPORTANT Never jump your tractor s dead battery with the battery of a running vehicle Connect end of one jumper cable t...
Страница 24: ...a proper working machine use factory approved belts To change or replace the deck belts on your tractor proceed as follows Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever into the bottom notch on the rig...
Страница 25: ...requires the removal of several tractor components Read through the following procedure prior to attempting it to determine if you feel you could successfully complete it If you don t see an authoriz...
Страница 26: ...feeding it from both ends toward the front idler pulley on the double idler bracket See Figure 27 Reassemble by following the above steps in reverse order Reroute the new belt around the pulleys and b...
Страница 27: ...pen flame Allow engine to cool Extinguish cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition prior to draining fuel Clean the engine and the entire unit thoroughly Lubricate all lubrication points...
Страница 28: ...ap if damaged Drain fuel tank Refill with clean fresh less than 30 days old gasoline Replace air cleaner cartridge element or clean pre cleaner if so equipped Engine overheats Engine oil level low Air...
Страница 29: ...rs are considered consumable items and as such are not warranted NOTE Regular maintenance replacement parts and related inspections and adjustments are excluded from coverage when made as part of norm...
