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02777
YTH2748
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 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 ci den tal starting when setting up, working. trans porting, ad just ing or making re- Slow
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. CHILDREN GENERAL SERVICE Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to Never operate machine in a closed are. Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the ma chine and the mowing activity. Never assume that is in safe working condition. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper children will remain where you last saw the
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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 10W30 (above 32°F) and using your tractor. SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “Stor- Oil Capacity: W/ Filter: 4.0 Pints age” sec tions of this own er’s manual. W/O Filter: 3.5 Pints Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC (Gap: .03
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob Steering Steering Wheel Wheel Gauge Wheels Adapter Insert (4) Adjusting Bar Nose Roller (4) Washers Retainer Spring 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga. Nose Roller Rod (4) Wheels (4) Locknut 3/8-16 (4) Retainer Springs (double loop) (2) Locknuts Nose Roller 5/16-18 Brackets (2) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 1 (4) Clevis Pins Mower (4) Shoulder Bolt (2) Retainer Springs (single loop) (1) Oil Drain Tube (5) Ret
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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 STEERING WHEEL INSERT A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Stan dard wrench sizes are listed. LOCK NUT (2) 3/4" wrenches Pliers (2) 7/16" wrench
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ASSEMBLY TO DRIVE TRACT OR OFF SKID (See Op- SEAT SHOULDER er a tion section for location and function of BOLT con trols) 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 manu 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. Be sure all the above assembly steps have been com- pleted. Check engine oil level and fi ll fuel tank wit
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02510 ASSEMBLY For ease of mower to tractor assembly, raise gauge If equipped, turn height ad just ment knob coun ter - wheels to highest position and retain with clevis pins clock wise until it stops. and spring retainers. Lower mower linkage with attachment lift control. Adjust gauge wheels before operating mower. See “TO Be sure belt tension rod is in dis en gaged position. ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS” in the Operation sec tion Install belt into electric clutch pulley
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ASSEMBLY CHECK TIRE PRESSURE ✓CHECKLIST The tires on your tractor were overinfl ated 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 in “PRODUCT PRODUCT. SPEC I FI CATIONS” section of this manual. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ✓ All assembly instructions ha
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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 IGNITIONSWITCH P ENGINEON ENGINESTART PARKINGBRAKE ENGINEOFF REVERSE PARKINGBRAKE PARKINGBRAKE OPERATION LOCKED UNLOCKED SYSTEM(ROS) OILPRESSURE BATTERY OVERTEMP FUEL REVERSE FORWARD MOWERHEIGHT MOWERLIFT LIGHT 15 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT SLOPEHAZARDS DANGER,KEEPHANDS KEEPAREACLEAR CLUTCHDISENGAGED CLUTCHENGAGED ANDFEETAWAY
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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. IGNITION SWITCH ROS "ON" POSITION HOURMETER AMMETER THROTTLE CONTROL LIFT LEVER ATTA CHMENT PLUNGER ELAPSED TIME 60 0 60 0000000000 HOURS 1/10 AMPS CLUTCH SWITCH CHOKE CONTROL ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT ADJ
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02774 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 op- erating 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. IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR POSITION OTHER THAN "STOP" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DIS CHARGED, (DEAD). TO S
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02775 OPERATION TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9) ATTACHMENT "ENGAGED" PO SI TION LIFT LEVER Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly HIGH PO SI TION 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 LOW conditions. POSITION NOTE:Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a fl at level surface. Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See “TO AD- JUST
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OPERATION Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills. Unthread and remove oil fi ll cap/dipstick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the dipstick into the tube and rest oil fi ll cap on If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to the tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube. Remove slower position. and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until “FULL” If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfi ll. pedal quickly to
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OPERATION Move motion control lever to full forward position and hold WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and above) for fi ve (5) seconds. Move lever to full reverse position When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until and hold for fi ve (5) seconds. Repeat this procedure the engine begins to run smoothly. If the engine starts to three (3) times. run roughly, pull the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and then continue to push the control in slowly. NOTE: During th
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maint_sch-tractore.ROS.e MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCESCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and ROS Systems T R Check for Loose Fasteners 5 A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 3 C Lubrication Chart T Check Battery Level 4 0 Clean Battery and Terminals R Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) 1,2 Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) 1,2 E Clean Air Filt
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02544 MAINTENANCE TRACTOR BLADE CARE Always observe safety rules when per forming an y main- For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Re place te nance. bent or damaged blades. BRAKE OPERATION CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade If tractor requires more than fi ve (5) feet to stop at highest approved by the manufacturer of your speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved tractor. Using a blade not approved surface, then brake must be checked and ad just ed. (See
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MAINTENANCE TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID CENTER HOLE The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fl uid main te - nance is not required for the life of the transaxle. Should BLADE 5/8" BOLT the transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your OR PIN near est au tho rized service center/depar tment. ENGINE LUBRICATION FIG. 14 Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classifi cation SG-SL. Select the oil’s SAE viscosity grade BATTERY according to your expected operating tempe
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MAINTENANCE Unlock drain valve by pushing inward and turning MUFFLER coun ter clock wise. To open, pull out on the drain valve. Inspect and replace corroded muffl er and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fi re hazard and/or dam- After oil has drained completely, close and lock the age. drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise until the pin is in the locked position as shown. SPARK PLUGS Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto to the
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE 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
