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CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory 
for shipping purposes.  Correct tire pressure is important 
for best cutting performance.

• 

Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown on tires.

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 POSITION OF ALL 
BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and 
mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments 
sec tion of this manual.  Verify that the belts are routed 
correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that 
the brake is properly adjusted.  See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” 
in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

ASSEMBLY

• 

Place freewheel control in "trans 

mis sion en 

gaged" 

po si tion (see "TO TRANSPORT" in Op er a tion section 
of this manual).

• 

Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake 
pedal and set the parking brake.

• 

Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position.

• 

Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever 
to its highest position.

• 

Start the engine. After engine has started, move throttle 
control to idle position.

• Release 

parking 

brake.

• 

Slowly move the mo tion control lever for ward and slowly 
drive tractor off skid.

• 

Apply brake to stop trac tor, set park ing brake and place 
motion con trol lever in neutral po si tion.

• 

Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.

Continue with the in struc tions that follow.

CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE  YOUR NEW  TRAC TOR, WE 
WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST 
PER FOR MANCE AND SAT 

IS FAC TION FROM THIS 

QUALITY PROD UCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

 

All assembly instructions have been completed.

 

No remaining loose parts in carton.

 

Battery is properly prepared and charged.   (Minimum 
1 hour at 6 amps).

 

Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.

 

All tires are properly inflated.  (For shipping 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 and drive belts.  Be sure they are routed 
properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

 

Check wiring.  See that all con nec tions are still secure 
and wires are properly clamped.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, 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 Op-
eration System (ROS) are working properly (See the 
Operation and Maintenance sections in this manual).

 

It is important to purge the transmission before op-
 er at ing your tractor for the first time.  Follow proper 
starting and transmission purging instructions (See 
“TO START ENGINE” and “PURGE TRANSMISSION” 
in the Op er a tion section of this manual).

 

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Страница 2: ...s catcher or unclogging the discharge guard Operate 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 op...

Страница 3: ...ch towed equipment except at the hitch point Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes Never allow children or others in or on towed equip men...

Страница 4: ...est covered brush coveredorgrass 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 b...

Страница 5: ...oot Steering Wheel Adapter 1 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge Seat 2 Keys Slope Sheet Keys 1 Large Flat Washer 1 Oil Drain Tube For Future Use 1 Knob 1 Hex Bolt 5 16 18 x 4 1 5 16 Lock Washer Steering...

Страница 6: ...ed holes in pan Push down on seat to engage shoulder bolts in slots and pull seat towards rear of tractor Pivot seat and pan forward and assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely Do not tighten...

Страница 7: ...gine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline FIG 2 ADJUSTMENT KNOB FLAT WASHER 02615 02617 SEAT PAN SHOULDER BOLTS SEAT 02602 CONNECT BATTERY See Figs 3 and 4 CAUTION Do not short battery termi nal...

Страница 8: ...o STOP position Continue with the instructions that follow CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PROD...

Страница 9: ...ngine FREEWHEEL CONTROL Disengages transmission for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off IGNITION SWITCH Used for starting and stopping the engine MOTION CONTROL LEVER FIG 5 LIFT L...

Страница 10: ...ENGINE Move throttle control between half and full speed fast position NOTE Failure to move throttle control between half and fullspeed fast position beforestoppingmaycauseengine to backfire Turn ign...

Страница 11: ...ld result in serious injury or death The safety alert symbol is used to identify safety inform ation about hazards which can result in death serious injury and or property damage DANGER indicates a ha...

Страница 12: ...D FIG 7 TO OPERATE MOWER See Fig 7 Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens ing switch Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat withtheenginerunningandtheattachmentclutchengaged wi...

Страница 13: ...temperature AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP Beforedrivingtheunitincoldweather thetransmission should be warmed up as follows Be sure the tractor is on level ground Place the motion control lever in ne...

Страница 14: ...gine is running move throttle control to slow position With motion control lever in neutral N position slowly disengage clutch brake pedal Move motion control lever to full forward position and hold f...

Страница 15: ...ilter 1 2 IMPORTANT DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS VISCOUS LUBRICANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN THE LIFE OF THE SELF LUBRICATING BEARINGS IF...

Страница 16: ...ROS ON position and the attachment clutch en gaged any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse should NOT shut off the engine CAUTION Useonlyareplacementblade approved by the manufacturer of you...

Страница 17: ...ne and after each eight 8 hours of operation Tighten oil fill cap dipstick securely each time you check the oil level FIG 12 FIG 11 BATTERY Yourtractorhasabatterychargingsystemwhichissufficient for no...

Страница 18: ...urfaces as necessary Make sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled NOTE Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen dirtyorpluggedcoolingfins and orcoolingshroudsremoved will cause engine damage...

Страница 19: ...se suspension arms Slide mower out from under tractor IMPORTANT IFANATTACHMENTOTHERTHANTHEMOWER DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS AND HOOK THE CLUTCH SPRING INTO SQUARE HOLE...

Страница 20: ...F against trunnion on both front links Recheck side to side adjustment TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway Make sure tires are properly inflate...

Страница 21: ...BRAKE See Fig 21 Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle If tractor requires more than five 5 feet to stop at highest speed in high...

Страница 22: ...moval for service or replacement it should be purged after reinstallation and beforeoperatingthetractor See PURGETRANSMISSION in the Operation section of this manual ADJUSTMENT BOLT FIG 23 NEUTRAL LOC...

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Страница 24: ...UELSYSTEMPARTSSUCH AS CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSE OR TANK DURING STORAGE ALSO EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOLORMETHANOL CANATTRACTMOISTUREWHICH LEA...

Страница 25: ...gnition 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 authorized service center department E...

Страница 26: ...Tighten blade bolt 7 Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower 7 Clean underside of mower housing 8 Mower drive belt worn 8 Replace mower drive belt 9 Blades improperly installed 9 Reinstall blad...

Страница 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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