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IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away
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02478
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
WARNING:
MODEL:
Read this Man u al and follow all Warnings
and Safety Instructions. Fail ure to do so can
PB175H42LT re sult in serious in ju ry.
PB18H42LT
LAWN TRACTOR
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION
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405327 Rev. 2 04.23.07 AP Printed in U.S.A.
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers DANGER: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROW ING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. • Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, discharge guard, or other safety devices in place and WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci - working. den tal starting when setting up, trans- • Slow down before turning. port ing, ad just ing
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. CHILDREN GENERAL SERVICE • Never operate machine in a closed area. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment the presence of children. Children are often attracted to is in safe working condition. the ma chine and the mowing activity. Never assume that • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper children will remain where you last saw them. ope
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and observe the safety rules. Gasoline Capacity 1.25 Gallons and Type: Unleaded Regular • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tractor. Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) • Follow the instructions under “Maintenace” and “Stor- age” sec tions of this own er’s manual. Oil Capacity: W/Filter: 56 oz W/O Filter: 48 oz WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Seat (1) Washer Steering 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Boot (1) Lock Steering Washer 1/2 Wheel Insert (1) Bolt Steering Steering Wheel Extension Adapter Key Shaft (1) Large Flat Washer (2) Keys (1) Oil Drain Tube Slope Sheet (1) 5/16 Lock Washer (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 4 5
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ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Stan dard INSERT wrench sizes are listed. 5/16 HEX BOLT (1) 3/4" wrench Pliers 5/16 LOCK WASHER (1) 1/2" wr
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ASSEMBLY NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the ap pro pri ate instruction below to remove the SHOULDER SEAT tractor from the skid. BOLT W ARNING: Before start ing, read, un der stand and fol low all in struc tions in the Op er a tion section of this man u al. Be sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in SEAT PAN front of tractor is clear of other peo ple and objects. TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op- er a tion section for location an
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ASSEMBLY CHECK TIRE PRESSURE ✓CHECKLIST The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PER- for best cutting performance. FORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown on tires. PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: CHECK DECK LEVELNESS ✓ All assembly instructions have been com plet ed. For best
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OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean- ing. FAST SLOW REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) CLUTCH/BRAKE LIGHTS ON BATTERY CRUISE CONTROL FUEL REVERSE FORWARD PEDAL 15 15 ATTACHMENT DANGER, KEEP HANDS ATTACHMENT SLOPE HAZARDS KEEP AREA CLEAR CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED AND FEET AWAY (SEE S
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OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and ad just ments. Save this manual for future reference. AT TACH MENT IGNITION ROS "ON" POSITION CLUTCH LEVER SWITCH LIFT LEVER LIGHT SWITCH PLUNGER THROTTLE/CHOKE ATTACHMENT CONTROL LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT INDICATOR PARKING FREE WHEEL BRAKE CONTROL MOTION CO
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OPERATION 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 adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or stan dard safety glasses. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR idle with the engine running, hot en gine exhaust gases may TO SET PARKING BRA
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OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 6) REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens- Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System ing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off will shut off the engine. You must remain fully and centrally the engine
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OPERATION TO TRANSPORT (See Figs. 4 and 8) ADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill. When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage Use fresh, clean, regular un lead ed gasoline with a transmission by placing freewheel control in free wheel ing minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will po si tion. Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce of tractor. valve life). Do not mix
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OPERATION • The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If • Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. Shut- the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine off engine and set parking brake. and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke • Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in as described above. engaged position (See “TO TRANSPORT” in this sec- COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50° F and below) tion of manual). • When engine starts, allow engine to run w
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maint_sch-tractore.ROS.e MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE MAINTENANCE EACH 8 25 50 100 SEASON STORAGE SCHEDULE USE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure T Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems R Check for Loose Fasteners A Check/Replace Mower Blades 3 C T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level 4 R Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) 1
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MAINTENANCE BLADE CARE TRACTOR For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Re place Always observe safety rules when per form ing any main- bent or damaged blades. te nance. BRAKE OPERATION CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade approved by the manufacturer of If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest your tractor. Using a blade not approved speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved by the manufacturer of your tractor is surface, then brake must
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MAINTENANCE • Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground. The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid main te - If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal nance is not required for the life of the transaxle. Should position. If either end of the blade moves downward, the transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced. n
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MAINTENANCE • Unlock drain valve by pushing inward and turning IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 14) coun ter clock wise. The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel • To open, pull out on the drain valve. filter becomes clogged, ob struct ing fuel flow to car bu re tor, • After oil has drained completely, close and lock the re place ment is re quired. drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise • With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sec- until the pin
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST - MENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Turn ignition key to “STOP” and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. • Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 16 and 17) • Raise mower to its highest position. • At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height MANDREL from bot tom edge of mower to ground. Distance “A” on both sides of mower should be the same or within 1/4" of each other. "D" "D" • If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one side of mower only. FIG. 18 • To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link ad just ment nut on that side. BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQU
