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12

OPERATION

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 11)

Gauge wheels are prop er ly ad just ed when they are slight ly 

off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height 

in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck 

in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain 

conditions. 

NOTE:

 Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level 

surface.
• 

Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See “TO AD JUST 

MOWER CUT TING HEIGHT” in this sec tion of manual).

•  With mower in desired height of cut po si tion, gauge 

wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off 

the ground. In stall gauge wheel in ap pro pri ate hole. 

Tighten se cure ly.

•  Repeat for all, installing gauge wheel in same adjust-

ment hole.

Fig. 11

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD  

(See Fig. 9)

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the 

forward and reverse drive pedals.
•  Start tractor and release parking brake.
• 

Slowly depress forward (K) or reverse (L) drive pedal to 

begin movement. Ground speed increases the further 

down the pedal is depressed.

Fig. 9

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT 

(See Fig. 10)

The position of the attachment lift lever (A) determines the 

cutting height.

•  Put attachment lift lever in desired cutting height slot.
The cutting height range is ap prox i mate ly 1 to 4" (25,4 to 

101,6 mm). The heights are measured from the ground to 

the blade tip with the engine not running. These heights are 

approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, 

height of grass and types of grass being mowed.
•  The average lawn should be cut to approximately 

2-1/2" (63,5 mm) during the cool season and to over 3" 

(76,2 mm) during hot months. For healthier and better 

looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.

•  For best cutting performance, grass over 6" (152,4 mm) 

in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut 

relatively high; the second to de sired height.

Fig. 10

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing 

switch.  Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with 

the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will 

shut off the engine. You must remain fully and centrally 

positioned in the seat to prevent the engine from hesitat-

ing or cutting off when operating your equipment on rough, 

rolling terrain or hills.
• 

Select desired height of cut. (See "TO ADJUST MOWER 

CUTTING HEIGHT".)

•  Start mower blades by engaging at tach ment clutch 

control.

CAUTION:  Do not operate the mower 

without either the en tire grass catcher, on 

mowers so equipped, or the deflector chute 

in place (See Fig. 12).

TO STOP MOWER BLADES

Disengage at tach ment clutch con trol.

Fig. 12

K

L

A

3/4”

9/16”

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Страница 1: ...up to 10 ethanol E10 is acceptable for use in this machine The use of any gasoline exceeding 10 ethanol E10 will void the product warranty Please read the operator s manual carefully and make sure yo...

Страница 2: ...ll over if a wheel is over the edge or if the edge caves in I GENERAL OPERATION Read understand and follow all instructions on the ma chine and in the manual before starting Do not put hands or feet n...

Страница 3: ...hine Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may block your view of a child IV TOWING Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for towing Do not attac...

Страница 4: ...nual Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment PPE while operating this machine including at a minimum sturdyfootwear eyeprotection andhearingprotection Do not mow in shorts and or open toed footwear...

Страница 5: ...s Steering Wheel Steering Boot Steering Extension Shaft Steering Wheel Adapter 1 Hex Bolt 1 Lock Washer 1 Large Flat Washer Steering Wheel Insert 2 Hex Bolts 2 Nut Keps Oil Drain Extension Seat 1 Seat...

Страница 6: ...TTERY inthe ServiceandAdjustments section in this manual Fig 1 TO INSTALL STEERING WHEEL See Fig 2 ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft Place tabs of steer...

Страница 7: ...housing should be prop erly 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...

Страница 8: ...ions are still secure and wires are properly clamped Before driving tractor be sure freewheel control is in transmission engaged position see TO TRANS PORT in the Operation section of this manual WHIL...

Страница 9: ...ety 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 indicates a...

Страница 10: ...r to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments Save this manual for future reference Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National...

Страница 11: ...ng brake will hold tractor secure Fig 6 Fig 8 Fig 7 STOPPING See Fig 7 MOWER BLADES To stop mower blades place attachment clutch control in the DISENGAGED position ENGINE Move throttle control D betwe...

Страница 12: ...ht slot The cutting height range is approximately 1 to 4 25 4 to 101 6 mm The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running These heights are approximate and may va...

Страница 13: ...ROS ON POSITION ENGINE ON POSITION NORMAL OPERATING 02828 TRANSMISSION ENGAGED TRANSMISSION DISENGAGED TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply w...

Страница 14: ...e extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine Ensurefreewheelcontrolisinthetransmissionengaged position Sit on seat in operating position depress brake pedal and set parking brake Mov...

Страница 15: ...er engage or disengage free wheel lever while the engine is running To ensure proper operation and performance it is recom mended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first...

Страница 16: ...MMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have beensubjectedtooperatorabuseornegligence Toreceive full value from the warranty operator must maintain tractor as instructed in...

Страница 17: ...s running with the ignition switch in the ROS ON position and the attachment clutch engaged any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse should NOT shut off the engine BLADE CARE Forbestresultsmo...

Страница 18: ...or 50 hours in one year Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight 8 hours of operation Tighten oil fill cap dipstick securely each time you check the oil level TO C...

Страница 19: ...housing and clean the area shown to prevent over heating and engine damage CLEAN OUT CHAFF AND DEBRIS 02744 AIR SCREEN Fig 19 CLEAN AIR SCREEN The air screen is over the air intake blower located on t...

Страница 20: ...tor at the opposite end from the tap connection Pull back the lock collar of the hose connector and push the connector onto the deck washout port at the left end of the mower deck Release the lock col...

Страница 21: ...ower suspension arm A from chassis pin B and rear lift link C from rear mower bracket D remove retainer springs and washers CAUTION AFTER REAR LIFT LINKS ARE DISCONNECTED THE ATTACH MENT LIFT LEVER WI...

Страница 22: ...Repeat on opposite side of tractor ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS C Lift rear corner of mower and position slot in link assembly over pin D on rear mower bracket and secure with washer and retainer spring Ins...

Страница 23: ...t your adjustment by mowing some uncut grass and visually checking the appearance Readjust if neces sary until you are satisfied with the results PRECISION SIDE TO SIDE ADJUSTMENT See Fig 30 With all...

Страница 24: ...de belt toward rear of tractor off the steering plate F and remove from tractor BELT INSTALLATION Install new belt from tractor rear to front over the steer ing plate F and above clutch brake pedal sh...

Страница 25: ...rom chassis and then from the fully charged battery RED cable last from both batteries WEAK OR DEAD BATTERY FULLY CHARGED BATTERY TO REMOVE WHEEL See Fig 35 Block up axle securely Remove axle cover re...

Страница 26: ...REPLACING BATTERY See Fig 37 WARNING Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time Before connecting battery remove metal bracelets...

Страница 27: ...Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and will cause your tractor to rust IMPORTANT NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM Immediately prepare your tracto...

Страница 28: ...eck 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 Engine clicks but wi...

Страница 29: ...mower drive belt 9 Blades improperly installed 9 Reinstall blades sharp edge down 10 Improper blades used 10 Replace with blades listed in parts manual 11 Cloggedmowerdeckventholesfrombuildup of gras...

Страница 30: ...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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