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LR122
OWNER'S MANUAL
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. I. GENERAL OPERATION III. CHILDREN • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the and on the machine before starting. presence of children. Children are often attracted to the
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service facility. We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit. Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your unit properly. Always
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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Parts Bag contents shown full size Parts packed separately in carton (2) Hex Bolts
5/16-18 x 1 (2) Weld Nuts #10 Seat Mulcher
Plate (2) Lock
(2) Washers
Washers #10 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge Steering Wheel (2) Acorn
Nuts
5/16-18 (2) Locknuts
5/16-18
Steering
Sleeve (2) Screws #10 x 5/8 Manual Parts Bag Parts bag contents not shown full size (1) Shoulder
(2) Latch Hook
Bolt 5/16-18 Assemblies (1) Hex Bolt 1/2-13 x 1 (1) Lock
Steering
Wash
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ASSEMBLY TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY INSERT 3/8 HEX BOLT A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed. 3/8 LOCK WASHER LARGE FLAT (1) 9/16" wrench Pliers WASHER (1) 3/4" wrench Tire pressure gauge (2) 1/2" wrenches Phillips Screwdriver STEERING Utility knife SLEEVE When right and left hand are mentioned in this manual, it STEERING means when you are in the operating position (seated WHEEL ADAPTER behind the steering wheel). EXTENSION SHAFT TO REMOVE TRACTOR
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ASSEMBLY TO INSTALL MULCHER PLATE HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR PREPARE MOWER DECK (See Fig. 4) CHECK BATTERY (See Fig. 2) • Using holes provided in mower deck, install 5/16-18x1 • Lift seat pan to raised position and open battery box hex bolts, 5/16-18 locknuts, and 5/16-18 acorn nuts. door. • Install hex bolt from under mower deck and tighten • If this battery is put into service after month and year locknut securely. Assemble and tighten acorn nut on indicated on label (label located between te
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ASSEMBLY 3 CHECKLIST CAUTION: Do not remove discharge guard from mower. Raise and hold BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW guard when attaching mulcher plate TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE and allow it to rest on plate while in THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM operation. THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: 3 All assembly instructions have been completed. 3 No remaining loose parts in carton. DEFLECTOR 3 Battery is properly prepared and charged.
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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 location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL FUEL CAP MOWER LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL LIGHT SWITCH ATTACHMENT CLUTCH (IF SO EQUIPPED) LEVER GEAR SHIFT PARKING BRAKE LEVER LEVER IGNITION SWITCH FIG. 8 Your tractor conforms to the safety standards of the
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OPERATION WEAR YOUR The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result SAFETY GLASSES in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before starting your tractor and while moving. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety FORESIGHT IS BETTER THAN NO SIGHT glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR PARKING BRAKE “ENGAGED” ATTACHMENT TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig.9) CLUTCH LEVER “ENGAGED” Your tractor is equi
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1 2 3 OPERATION • The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 • If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking during hot months. For healthier and better looking brake. lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. • Move gearshift lever to 1st gear and be sure you have allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart • For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches
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OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 8) • Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine grass to dry before mowing. has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move • Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing fuel from the tank to the engine. to assure better mowing performance and proper dis- • Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake charge of mate
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation 4 4 Check Tire Pressure 4 4 Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems 4 T
R
Check for Loose Fasteners 4 4 7 4 A
Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 4 4 C
Lubrication Chart 4 4 T
Check Battery Level 4 6 0
Clean Battery and Terminals R 4 4 Check Transaxle Cooling 4 Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension 4 5 Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension 5 4 Check Engine Oil Level 4 4 Chan
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRAILING EDGE UP MANDREL TRACTOR ASSEMBLY BLADE Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance. CENTER HOLE BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance LOCK STAR WASHER at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Adjust- ments section of this manual). FLAT WASHER HEX BOLT (GRADE 8)* TIRES *A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE IDENTIFIED BY SIX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD.
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat- SPARK PLUGS tery cable and remove battery from tractor. Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing • Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever • Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in until bright. your engine manual. • Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly. • Reinsta
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Turn ignition key “OFF” 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. TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 18) MOWER UPSTOP ADJ
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1 2 3 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING ATTACHMENT (See Figs. 20-23) LIFT LEVER Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated. If tires are over or under inflated, you will not properly adjust your mower. NOTE: One rotation of trunnion nut is equivalent to ap- ATTACHMENT proximately 1/8 inch of height change. Be sure upper and HEIGHT lower nuts are tightened against trunnion after adjustment ADJUSTMENT has been complet
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 24) (See Fig. 25) Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle. The tractor drive belt may be replaced without tools. If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance Park the tractor on level area. Engage parking brake. at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bo
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 27) If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener- section of this manual. ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from bat- FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER teries. Always wear eye protection when aroun
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 28 and 29) INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- poorly, stop running or prevent it from starting. nals by allowing a wrench or any other • Check wiring. See the electrical wiring diagram in the object to contact both terminals at the Repair Parts section. same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch TO REPLACE FUSE bands,rings,etc. Replace
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STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of ENGINE the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM CAUTION: Never store the tractor with DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL gasoline in the tank inside a building SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, where fumes may reach an open flame FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO, or spark. Allow the engine to cool EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT
