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IMPORTANT MANUAL DO NOT THROW AWAY
03090
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
WARNING:
MODEL:
Read this Man u al and follow all Warnings
and Safety Instructions. Fail ure to do so
can re sult in serious in ju ry.
XT22H54
LAWN TRACTOR
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION
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426524 02.16.09 CL/AP Printed in the 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. • 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 4 GALLONS you the best possible dependability and performance. AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service OIL TYPE (API: SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) center/department. We have competent, well-trained tech ni- SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) cians and
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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 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. ADJUST SEAT (See Fig. 2) TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY • Sit in seat. A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Stan dard • Lift up adjustment lever (A) and slide seat until a com- w
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ASSEMBLY • Turn steering wheel to the left as far as it will go and ASSEMBLE FRONT WHEEL TO MOWER position mower on right side of tractor with deflector (See Fig. 3) shield to the right. • Using shoulder bolt, washer and locknut from parts bag, as sem ble front wheel to mower as shown. Tighten securely. 02965 Fig. 4 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. 3
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ASSEMBLY • FIRST INSTALL ANTI-SWAY BAR (S). • From right side of mower, insert anti-sway bar into C C hole in transmission bracket (T). S D T D Fig.10 A • ATTACH FRONT LINK (E) - Work from left side of tractor. Insert rod end of link assembly through front hole in trac- tor front suspension bracket (F) and secure with retainer Fig. 7 spring (G) through hole in link located behind the bracket. • Insert other end of link (E) into hole in front mower bracket • Pivot bar towards you and insert
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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 for best cutting performance. PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown on side of tires. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: CHECK DECK LEVELNESS ✓ All assembly instructions have been com plet ed. Fo
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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 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 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. P D E N H J C G B K F A L M Fig. 13 (A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to raise and lower (H) LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on and off. the mower or other attachments mounted to your trac tor. (J) CRUISE CONTROL LEVER - Used to s
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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 TRACTOR speed (fast) position, before stop ping may cause engine to “backfir
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OPERATION TO USE CRUISE CONTROL (J) (See Fig. 17) TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 19) The cruise control feature can be used for forward travel only. Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in prop- er position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. K NOTE:Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. • Adjust mower to desired cutting
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OPERATION REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATT ACH MENTS (See Fig. 21) Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your trac- Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System tor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load, (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with direction with the attachment clutch engaged will
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OPERATION AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gas o hol • Before driving the unit in cold weather, the trans mis sion or using ethanol or methanol) can attract mois- should be warmed up as follows: ture which leads to sep a ra tion and for ma tion of • Be sure the tractor is on level ground. acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage • Release the parking brake and let the brake slowly the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine prob
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OPERATION MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower hous ing is attached to tractor. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trim ming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the tractor. This will result in a more even dis tri bu tion of clippings an
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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 Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) 1,2 Change Engine Oil (wit
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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 bent or damaged blades. main te nance. CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade ap- BRAKE OPERATION proved by the manufacturer of your tractor. If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest Using a blade not approved by the manu- speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved facturer of your tractor is hazardous, could surface
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MAINTENANCE V-BELTS TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 26 & 27) Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours Determine temperature range expected before oil change. of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not All oil must meet API service classification C. ad just able. Re place belts if they begin to slip from wear. • Be sure tractor is on level surface. • Oil will drain more freely when warm. TRANSAXLE MAINTENANCE • Catch oil in a suitable container. The transmission
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00667 MAINTENANCE ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM (See Fig. 28) DECK WASHOUT PORT (See Fig. 30) Debris may clog the engine's air cooling system. Remove Your tractor’s deck is equipped with a washout port on blower housing and clean the area shown to prevent over- its surface as part of its deck wash system. It should be heating and engine damage. utilized after each use. 1. Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your lawn, near CLEAN OUT CHAFF AND DEBRIS AIR SCREEN enough to a water spigot for yo
