background image

13

The operation of any tractor can  result in foreign objects thrown into the 
eyes, which can result in severe eye dam age.  Always wear safety glass es 
or eye shields while operating your tractor or per form ing any ad just ments 
or repairs.  We rec om mend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety 
mask worn over spectacles.

00155

HOW TO  USE YOUR TRAC TOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE 

Your tractor is equipped with an operator 
presence sens ing  switch.  When engine 
is running, any attempt by the op er a tor 
to leave the seat without fi rst setting the 
parking brake will shut off the engine.
1.   Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way 

down and hold.

2.   Pull parking brake lever up and re lease 

pres sure from clutch/brake pedal.  
Pedal should re main in brake po si tion.  
Make sure parking brake will hold trac-
tor secure.

STOPPING 

MOWER BLADES -
•   To stop mower blades, move at tach ment 

clutch lever to disengaged position.

GROUND DRIVE -
•   To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

brake pedal all the way down.

•   Move motion control lever to neutral (N) 

position.

IMPORTANT:

 The motion control lever 

does not return to neutral (N) position 
when the clutch/brake pedal is de pressed.

ENGINE - 
•   Move throttle control to slow po si tion.

NOTE:

  Failure to move throttle control to 

slow position to allow engine to idle before 
stopping may cause engine to “backfi re”.
•   Turn ignition key to “STOP” position and 

remove key.  Always remove key when 
leaving tractor to pre vent un au tho rized 
use.

•   Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: 

 Leaving the ignition switch 

in any position other than “STOP” will 
cause the battery to discharge and go 
dead.

NOTE:

  Under certain conditions when 

tractor is standing idle with the engine 
running, hot engine exhaust gases may 
cause “browning” of grass.  To eliminate 
this possibility, always stop engine when 
stopping tractor on grass areas.

 CAUTION:

   Always stop tractor com-

 plete ly, as de scribed above, be fore leav ing 
the op er a tor’s position.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACK WARD 

The direction and speed of movement is 
controlled by the motion control lever.
1.   Start tractor with motion control le ver in 

neutral (N)  position.

2.   Release parking brake.
3.   Slowly move motion control lever to 

desired position. 

TO USE THROTTLE CON TROL 

Always operate engine at full throttle.
•   Operating engine at less than full 

throttle reduces the battery charg ing 
rate.

•   Full throttle of fers the best bagging and 

mower per for mance.

01844

Attachment Clutch Lever 

“Engaged” Position

“Disengaged” 
Position

Motion Control 
Lever

“Brake” 
Position

Parking Brake 
“Engaged” 
Position

“Disengaged” 
Position

Ignition Key

Throttle/
Choke 
Control

Clutch/
Brake 
Pedal

TO ADJUST MOWER CUT TING HEIGHT

The po si tion of the at tach ment lift le ver 
de ter mines the cut ting height.
•   Grasp lift le ver.
•   Press plunger with thumb and move 

lever to desired position.

The cutting  height  range is  ap prox i-
 mate ly 1-1/2 to  4".  The heights are mea-
sured 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 ap-

proximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool 
season and to over 3 inches during hot 
months.  For healthier and better looking 
lawns, mow often and after moderate 
growth.

•   For best cutting performance, grass over 

6 inches in height should be mowed 
twice.  Make the fi rst cut relatively high; 
the second to de sired height.

Содержание 191663

Страница 1: ... For Parts and Service contact our authorized distributor call 1 800 849 1297 For Technical Assistance call 1 800 829 5886 191663 02 25 04 RD PRINTED IN U S A Assembly Operation Maintenance Service and Adjustments Storage Troubleshooting Repair Parts ...

Страница 2: ...re during the first ninety 90 days of ownership After ninety 90 days we will exchange the Bat tery charging you 1 12 of the price of a new Battery for each full month from the date of the original sale Battery must be maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished 4 The Warranty period for any products used for rental or commercial purposes is limited to 90 days from the date of original...

Страница 3: ... machine free of grass leaves or other debris build up which can touch hot exhaust engine parts and burn Do not allow the mower deck to plow leaves or other debris which can cause build up to occur Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or storing the machine Allow machine to cool before storage II SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tipover accidents ...

Страница 4: ...y children They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation Never allow children to operate the machine Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision IV SERVICE Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels They are flammable and vapors are explosive Use only an approved container Never remove gas cap or...

Страница 5: ...hine off if children enter the area Before and when backing look behind and down for small children Mow up and down slopes 15 Max not across Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc Watch for holes ruts or bumps Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles Use slow speed Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope Avoid starting o...

Страница 6: ...nual The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly Always observe the SAFETY RULES CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Read and observe the safety rules Follow a regular schedule in main taining caring for and using your tractor Follow the instructions under Mainte nance and Storage sections of this owner s manual WARNING This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion...

Страница 7: ...her Steering Extension Shaft Steering Sleeve Steering Wheel Adapter Steering Wheel Insert Seat 1 Knob 1 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge Keys 2 Keys Slope Sheet 1 Oil Drain Tube For Future Use 1 Hex Bolt 1 4 28 x 1 1 4 1 Locknut 1 4 28 1 Locknut 1 2 20 ...

Страница 8: ...t lbs torque 2 Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure INSTALL STEERING WHEEL 3 Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward 4 Remove steering wheel adapter from steering wheel and slide adapter onto steering shaft extension 5 Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal left to right and slide inside boot and onto adapter 6 ...

Страница 9: ... above assembly steps have been completed 2 Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline 3 Place freewheel control in trans mission engaged position See TO TRANSPORT in the Operation section of this manual 4 Sit on seat in operating position depress clutch brake pedal and set the parking brake 5 Place motion control lever in neutral N position 6 Press lift lever plunger and raise attach...

Страница 10: ...ip ping purposes the tires were overin flated 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 connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped Before drivin...

Страница 11: ...ould 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 hazard which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING indicates a hazard which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION indicates a hazard which if not avoid...

Страница 12: ...ing the tractor and starting the engine MOTION CONTROL 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 POSITION Turns the headlights on and off PARKING BRAKE LEVER Locks clutch brake pedal into the brake position THROTTLE CHOKE CONTROL Used for...

Страница 13: ...TE Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running hot engine exhaust gases may cause browning of grass To eliminate this possibility always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas CAUTION Always stop tractor com pletely as described above before leaving the operator s position TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD The direction and speed of movement is controlled by...

Страница 14: ...ngage transmission reverse above procedure 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 hesitating or cutting off when operating your equip ment on...

Страница 15: ...se gasoline near an open flame IMPORTANT When operating in tempera tures below 32 F 0 C use fresh clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good cold weather starting CAUTION Alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separa tion and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage To a...

Страница 16: ...ion slowly disengage clutch brake pedal 8 Slowly move motion control lever forward after the tractor moves ap proximately five 5 feet slowly move motion control lever to reverse position After the tractor moves approximately five 5 feet return the motion control lever to the neutral N position Repeat this procedure with the motion control lever three 3 times Your transmission is now purged and rea...

Страница 17: ... the mulching action The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon At this time the grass has dried the newly cut area will not be exposed to direct sunlight For best results adjust the mower cutting height so that the mower cuts off only the top one third of the grass blades For extremely heavy grass reduce your width of cut on each pass and mow slowly mulcher_9 Max 1 3 If grass is extrem...

Страница 18: ...t longer BEFORE EACH USE 1 Check engine oil level 2 Check brake operation 3 Check tire pressure 4 Check operator presence and interlock systems for proper operation 5 Check for loose fasteners Spindle Zerk BEFORE EACH USE T R A C T 0 R Inspect Muffler Spark Arrester Lubrication Chart Check Brake Operation Clean Air Filter Change Engine Oil with oil filter Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace...

Страница 19: ...blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower To check blade balance you will need a 5 8 diameter steel bolt pin or a cone balancer When using a cone balancer follow the instructions supplied with balancer NOTE Do not use a nail for balancing blade The lobes of the center hole may appear to be centered but are not Slide blade on to an unthre...

Страница 20: ...SAXLE PUMP FLUID The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid maintenance is not required for the life of the transaxle Should the trans axle ever leak or require servicing contact our authorized service center department TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Determine temperature range expected before oil change All oil must meet API service classification SF SJ Be sure tractor is on level surface Oil will d...

Страница 21: ...clamps are properly positioned 4 Immediately wipe up any spilled gaso line Clamp 00667 Clamp Fuel Filter CLEANING Clean engine battery seat finish etc of all foreign matter Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline oil etc Protect painted surfaces with auto motive type wax We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and transmis s...

Страница 22: ... off and push housing guide out of bracket 6 Disconnect anti sway bar from chassis bracket by removing retainer spring 7 Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retainer springs 8 Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer springs 9 Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms Slide mower out from under trac tor Deflector Shield Clutch Spring Small Retainer Spring Fl...

Страница 23: ...t is approximately 1 8 to 1 2 lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position Check adjustment on right side of trac tor Measure distance D directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown Before making any necessary adjust ments check that both front links are equal in length If links are not equal in length adjust one link to same length as other li...

Страница 24: ...t A 4 Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in transmission engaged position 5 Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above Readjust if necessary If stopping distance is still greater than five 5 feet in highest gear further maintenance is necessary Replace brake pads or contact our authorized service center department 02314 Mandrel Pulley Mandrel Pulley Idler Pulleys ...

Страница 25: ...on of this manual TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN MENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal left to right when wheels are positioned straight forward remove steer ing wheel and reassemble with crossbars horizontal Tighten securely TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS 1 Block up axle securely 2 Remove axle cover retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal rear wheels have a square key Do not ...

Страница 26: ...has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be nec essary Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable If adjust ment is necessary see eingine manual TO ADJUST CARBURETOR The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be nec essary However minor adjustment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel temperature altitude or load If the c...

Страница 27: ...m forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor fuel hose or tank during storage Also alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage Empty the fuel tank by starting the en gine and letting it run until the fuel lines...

Страница 28: ...retor in Service and Adjustments section 8 Engine valves out of 8 Contact our authorized adjustment service center department Engine will not 1 Brake pedal not depressed 1 Depress brake pedal turn over 2 Attachment clutch is engaged 2 Disengage attachment clutch 3 Weak or dead battery 3 Recharge or replace battery 4 Blown fuse 4 Replace fuse 5 Corroded battery terminals 5 Clean battery terminals 6...

Страница 29: ... mandrel 2 Contact our authorized service center department 3 Loose damaged part s 3 Tighten loose part s Replace damaged parts Engine continues 1 Faulty operator safety 1 Check wiring switches and to run when oper presence control system connections If not corrected ator leaves seat contact our authorized with attachment service center department clutch engaged Poor cut uneven 1 Worn bent or loos...

Страница 30: ...witch is OFF 1 Turn switch ON working 2 Bulb s or lamp s burned out 2 Replace bulb s or lamp s if so equipped 3 Faulty light switch 3 Check replace light switch 4 Loose or damaged wiring 4 Check wiring and connections 5 Blown fuse 5 Replace fuse Battery will not 1 Bad battery cell s 1 Replace battery charge 2 Poor cable connections 2 Check clean all connections 3 Faulty regulator 3 Replace regulat...

Страница 31: ... 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 along dotted line indicated above 2 Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or other upright structure 3 Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope ...

Страница 32: ......

Отзывы: