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07002
YTH26V54
Owner's Manual
Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine.
The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty.
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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. • Slow down before turning. WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci den tal • Never leave a running machine unattended. Always starting when setting up, trans port ing, turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and ad just ing or making repairs,
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to GENERAL SERVICE the presence of children. Children are often attracted to • Never operate machine in a closed area. the ma chine and the mowing activity. Never assume that • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment children will remain where you last saw them. is in safe working condition. • Keep children out of the mowing area and in the watchful
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS It has been designed, engineered and manu fac tured to give Gasoline Capacity 3.0 Gallons you the best possible dependability and performance. and type: Unleaded Regular Should you experience any problem you cannot easily rem- Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) edy, please contact your nearest authorized servicecenter/ SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) de part ment We have competent, well-trained tech ni cians Oil
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Mower Front Wheel (1) Shoulder Bolt (1) 1-1/4 (1) 3/8-16 O.D. Washer Locknut (1) Wheel Mower If Equipped (5) 1-3/16 (2) Rear O.D. Washers Lift Link (1) 3/4 O.D. Assemblies (1) Small Washers Retainer Springs (1) Front (1) Small (5) Large Lift Link (1) Anti- Retainer Retainer Springs Assembly Sway Bar Springs Keys Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use (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 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 ensure proper tightness. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Stan dard wrench sizes are listed. A (2) 7/16" wrenches Utility knife (1) 1/2" wrench Tire pressure gauge (
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ASSEMBLY 4. SLIDE MOWER UNDER TRACTOR (See Fig. 8) • Bring belt forward and check belt for proper routing in LIFT all mower pulley grooves. LEVER NOTE: Be sure mower side suspension arms (A) are point- ing forward before sliding mower under tractor. • Slide mower under tractor until it is centered under tractor. Fig. 4 2. ASSEMBLE FRONT GAUGE WHEEL (W) TO FRONT Q OF MOWER (See Fig. 5) H. FRONT MOWER W H BRACKET W. FRONT GAUGE WHEEL X. SHOULDER X BOLT Y. 1-1/4 O.D. A. MOWER SIDE WASHER Y
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ASSEMBLY 7. ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS (C) (See Fig. 13) ANTI-SWAY BAR TRANSAXLE • Insert rod end of rear lift link (C) into hole (U) in tractor (S) LOCATION BRACKET (T) lift shaft suspension arm and pivot link down to mower. LOCATED • Lift rear corner of mower and position slot in link as- BETWEEN REAR TIRES sembly over pin on rear mower bracket (D) and secure with large washer and large retainer spring. • Repeat on opposite side of tractor. U C S C. REAR LIFT LINK(S) D. RIGHT SIDE REAR MOWE
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ASSEMBLY 9 INSTALL BELT ON ENGINE CLUTCH PULLEY (M) ✓CHECKLIST (See Fig. 7 & 15) • Disengage belt tension rod (K) from locking bracket (L). BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST • Install belt onto engine clutch pulley (M). PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. M PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ✓ All assembly instructions have been com plet ed. ✓ No remaining loose parts in carton. ✓ Battery is properly prepared and charge
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OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. FAST REVERSE HIGH LOW SLOW NEUTRAL CHOKE IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE START MOWER HEIGHT ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE MOWER LIFT OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) CLUTCH/BRAKE LIGHTS ON FUEL BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD CRUISE CONTROL PEDAL 15 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT DANGER, KEEP HANDS SLOPE HAZARDS CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED KEEP AREA CLEAR AND FEET AWAY (SEE SAF
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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. G P D H E F B A M C K J L Fig. 16 Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. (A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to raise and lower (H) LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on a
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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 ad just ments or repairs. We rec om mend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. NOTE: Failure to move throttle control between half and full HOW TO USE YOUR TRAC TOR speed (fast) position, before stop ping may cause engine to “backfi
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OPERATION • Put attachment lift lever in desired cutting height slot. TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See Fig. 20) The cutting height range is ap prox i mate ly 1" to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the the engine not running. These heights are approximate and forward and reverse drive pedals. may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass • Start tractor and release parking brake. and types of
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OPERATION TO STOP MOWER BLADES TO OPERATE ON HILLS • Disengage at tach ment clutch con trol. CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15° and CAUTION: Do not operate the mower do not drive across any slope. without either the en tire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down (S) in place (See Fig. 23). hills. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills. • If stopping is absolutely necessary
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OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 16) BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine. The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with sum mer weight oil. • Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission en gaged position. • Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. • Sit on seat in operat
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OPERATION PURGE TRANSMISSION MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower hous ing CAUTION: Never engage or disengage is attached to tractor. freewheel lever while the engine is run ning. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. To ensure proper operation and performance, it is rec om - mend ed that the transmission be purged before operating • The left hand side of mower s
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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 Clean Debris Off Steering Plate 5 Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil
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MAINTENANCE TRACTOR CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade ap- Always observe safety rules when per form ing any proved by the manufacturer of your tractor. Using a blade not approved by the manu- main te nance. facturer of your tractor is hazardous, could BRAKE OPERATION damage your tractor and void your warranty. If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 27) speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be chec
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MAINTENANCE TRANSAXLE MAINTENANCE OIL DRAIN VALVE The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean to ensure proper cooling. CLOSED AND Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine LOCKED is running or while the transmission is hot. To prevent pos- POSITION si ble damage to seals, do not use high pressure water or DRAIN steam to clean transmission. YEL LOW CAP TUBE • Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and clean. • Inspect cooling fins for dirt, gr
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MAINTENANCE MUFFLER DECK WASHOUT PORT (See Fig. 31) Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if Your tractor’s deck is equipped with a washout port on equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. its surface as part of its deck wash system. It should be utilized after each use. SPARK PLUGS 1. Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your lawn, near enough to a water spigot for your garden hose to reach. Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing s
