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183046 Rev. 2 6.28.04 RD/MH
Printed in U.S.A.
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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. Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, I. GENERAL OPERATION disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual the slope. and on the machine before starting. On
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Look for this symbol to point out im- Stop machine if anyone enters the area. portant safety precautions. It means Never carry passengers or children even with the blades CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR off. SAFETY IS INVOLVED. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Al- ways look down and behind before and while backing. Never carry children. They may fall off
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give GASOLINE CAPACITY 2.00 GALLONS you the best possible dependability and performance. AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Should you experience any problem you cannot easily OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) centre/department. We have competent, well-trained tech- nicians and the proper to
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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Seat Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Washer Steering 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Extension Shaft (1) Knob Steering Sleeve Slope Sheet Steering Adapter (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Locknut 1/2-20 Key (2) Keys (2) Mulch Blades (1) Locknut 1/4-28 (1) Oil Drain Tube (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 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. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY STEERING A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard WHEEL INSERT wrench sizes are listed. 1/2 HEX NUT (2) 7/16" wrenches Utility knife LARGE FLAT
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ASSEMBLY INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Opera- tion section, page 10, for location and Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. function of controls) Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat its highest position. to tractor. Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal. Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard pa
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ASSEMBLY IMPORTANT: FOR SHIPPING PURPOSES, THE CHECK TIRE PRESSURE MULCHER PLATE WAS PREATTACHED TO YOUR The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for MOWER. THE MULCHER PLATE MUST ONLY BE USED WITH THE MULCHING BLADES THAT CAME PACKED shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for SEPARATELY IN THE CARTON. best cutting performance. Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT YOUR MOWER CAME FACTORY EQUIPPED WITH HIGH PERFORMANCE BLADES, WHICH ARE THE BEST SPECIF
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OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT LOCKED P ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED 15 15 15 KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS ATTACHMENT (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) CLUTCH DISENGAGED IGNITION FREE WHEEL DANGE
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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 adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. IGNITION LIGHT SWITCH SWITCH ATTACHMENT POSITION CLUTCH LEVER AMMETER THROTTLE/ LIFT LEVER CHOKE PLUNGER CONTROL ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/ BRAKE PEDAL PARKING BRAKE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB GEAR SHIFT LEVER FIG. 5 Our tractors conform
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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 damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause “browning” of grass. To
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OPERATION TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 7) "ENGAGED" POSITION Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly ATTACHMENT off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in LIFT LEVER operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in HIGH POSITION proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. NOTE:Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level LOW surface. POSITION Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See “TO AD- ATTACHMENT JUST MOWER CU
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OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 6) BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the from the tank to the engine. factory, already filled with summer weight oil. Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. pedal and set parking brake. Remove oil
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OPERATION MULCHING MOWING TIPS MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH. performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in CLEAN AFTER EACH USE. the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippings The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall Drive so that clipping
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock 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 Filter N
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR MANDREL TRAILING ASSEMBLY EDGE UP Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- BLADE nance. CENTER BRAKE OPERATION HOLE If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at FLAT WASHER high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments LOCK WASHER STAR section of this manual). TIRES HEX BOLT (GRADE 8)* Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” sectio
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS OIL DRAIN VALVE Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to “leak” power. CLOSED Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery AND cable and remove battery from tractor. LOCKED POSITION Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright. YELLOW DRAIN Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly. TUBE CAP Reinstall battery (See “RE
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES AIR FILTER (See Fig. 16) MUFFLER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of SPARK PLUGS operation or every season, whichever occurs first. Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing Service air cleaner more
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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. IMPORTANT: IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE TR
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS To lower front of mower loosen nut “E” on both front links TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING an equal number of turns. Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or When distance “D” is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See “PROD- tighten nuts “F” against trunnion on both front links. UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual). If tires are To raise front of mower, loosen nut “F” from trunnion on over or u
