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2008-01
Operator's
Manual O0802014
Ride Mower
2754 GLS
96043004700
03002
Operator's Manual
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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, WARNING: In order to prevent ac- discharge guard, or other safety devices in place and cidental starting when setting up, working. transporting, ad justing or making • Slow down before turning
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers GENERAL SERVICE III. CHILDREN • 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 Gasoline Capacity 4 Gallons • Read and observe the safety rules. and type: Unleaded Regular • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) and using your tractor. SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) • Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “Stor- Oil Capacity: W/ Filter: 64 oz. age” sec tions of this own er’s manual. W/O Filter: 60 oz. Spark Plug: Champion QC12YC (Gap: .040") WARNING:
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Mower Mower Front Wheel (5) Large Retainer Springs - 7/16 (1) 3/4 O.D. Washers (1) Wheel (1) 1-1/4 O.D. Washer (2) Smaller Retainer Springs - 5/16 (5) 1-3/16 O.D. Washers (1) Locknut (1) Shoulder Bolt 3/8-16 (1) Anti-Sway Bar Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Keys (1) Front Link Assembly (2) Rear Lift Link Assemblies (2) Keys 5
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ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping pur- poses. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Stan dard wrench sizes are listed. (1) 3/4" wrench (1) Utility knife (1) 9/16" wrench (1) Pliers A (1) Tire Pressure Gauge When right or left hand is mentioned in this man ual, it means from your point of view, when you are in the operating position (seated be hind the steer ing wheel)
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ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLE FRONT WHEEL TO MOWER (See Fig. 3) • Using shoulder bolt, washer and locknut from parts bag, as semble front wheel to mower as shown. Tighten securely. A FIG. 5 NOTE: Be sure mower side suspension arms (A) are point- FIG. 3 ing forward before sliding mower under tractor. • Slide mower under tractor until it is centered under tractor. INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT • FIRST INSTALL ANTI-SWAY BAR (S). (See Figs. 4-12) - From right side of mower, insert anti-sway bar into
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ASSEMBLY • ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO • Turn steering wheel to position wheels straight for- CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside ward. of tractor chassis and secure with washer and retainer • ATTACH FRONT LINK (E) - Work from left side of spring. tractor. Insert rod end of link assembly through front • Repeat on opposite side of tractor. hole in tractor front suspension bracket (F) and secure with7/16 retainer spring (G) through hole in link located behind t
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ASSEMBLY ✓CHECKLIST M BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ✓ All assembly instructions have been com pleted. ✓ No remaining loose parts in carton. ✓ Battery is properly prepared and charged. ✓ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. ✓ All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes, FIG. 12 the tires were overinflated at the fact
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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 ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT ENGINE OFF REVERSE 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 SAFE
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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 justments. Save this manual for future reference. P H D E G B N F J C Q A M FIG. 13 Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. (A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER – Used to raise and lower (G) REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) "ON" PO- the
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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 forming any ad justments or repairs. We rec ommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch in any position HOW TO USE YOUR TRAC TOR other than "STOP" will cause the battery to discharge and go dead. TO SET P
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OPERATION 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 sition, gauge wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off J the ground. In stall gauge wheel in ap propriate hole. Tighten se curely. • Repeat for all, installing gauge wheel in same adjust- ment hole. FIG. 17 • Start tractor with motion control le ver in neutr
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OPERATION • Do not push or tow tractor at more than two (2) WARNING: Backing up with the attachment clutch en- MPH. gaged while mowing is strongly discouraged. Turning the • To reengage transmission, reverse above procedure. ROS "ON", to allow reverse operation with the attachment clutch engaged, should only be done when the operator Transmission Engaged decides it is necessary to reposition the machine with the attachment engaged. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. USING
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OPERATION • The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If ADD GASOLINE the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine • Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill. Use and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke fresh, clean, regular un leaded gasoline with a minimum of as described above. 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not COLD WEATHER STARTING (50° F and below) mix o
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OPERATION MOWING TIPS CAUTION: At any time, during step 4, there may be movement of the drive • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing wheels. performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • Move motion control lever to full forward position and • The left hand side of mower should be used for trim- hold for five (5) seconds. Move lever to full reverse ming. position and hold for five (5) seconds. Repeat this • Drive so that cli
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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 TRACTOR BLADE CARE Always observe safety rules when per forming any main- For best results mower blades must be sharp. Re place tenance. worn, bent or damaged blades. BRAKE OPERATION CAUTION: Use only a replacement If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest blade approved by the manufacturer of speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved your tractor. Using a blade not approved surface, then brake must be serviced. (See “TO CHECK by the manufac
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MAINTENANCE • Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 24 and 25) • Reinstall battery (See “REPLACING BATTERY" in Determine temperature range expected before oil change. the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL. manual). • Be sure tractor is on level surface. • Oil will drain more freely when warm. V-BELTS • Catch oil in a suitable container. Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours •
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MAINTENANCE MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester Hose (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or dam- age. Nozzle Adapter Washout Port SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual. IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 26) The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If f
