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IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away
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OWNER'S MANUAL
Read the Owner's Manual and follow
MODEL:
all Warnings and Safety Instructions.
Failure to do so can result in serious
injury.
PR17542STC
LA WN TRACTOR
Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation
183384 3.18.02 RD
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 CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR Never carry passengers or children even with the blades SAFETY IS INVOLVED. off. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. CAUTION: In order to prevent acciden- Ne
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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 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- SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) nicians and the proper to
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UNASSEMBLED HARDWARE Steering Wheel Seat Steering Extension Shaft Steering Wheel Insert (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Steering (1) Knob Sleeve (1) Locknut 1/2-20 Slope Sheet Keys (2) Keys Steering Wheel Adapter (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Locknut 1/4-28 Blades (2) Mulcher Blades (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. STEERING TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY WHEEL INSERT A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard 1/2 HEX NUT wrench sizes are listed. (2) 7/16" wrenches Utility knife (1) 3/4" w
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ASSEMBLY NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the SEAT PAN tractor from the skid. LABEL TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Opera- tion section, page 10, for location and function of controls) Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. Roll tractor forward off skid. Remove bandi
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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 shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for WITH THE MULCHING BLADES THAT CAME PACKED best cutting performance. SEPARATELY IN THE CARTON. Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual. YOUR MOWER CAME FACTORY EQUIPPED WITH HIGH PERFO
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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 ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED LOCK LOCKED P REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE MOWER LIFT 15 15 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)
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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 LIFT LEVER PLUNGER CHOKE ATTACHMENT CONTROL LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/ BRAKE PEDAL THROTTLE CONTROL GEARSHIFT LEVER PARKING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT BRAKE LEVER KNOB FIG. 5 Our trac
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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 CAUTION: Always stop tractor com- pletely, as described above, before leav- TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 6) ing the operator's position; to empt
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OPERATION To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge clutch/brake pedal. wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the Make all turns slowly. ground. Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole with TO TRANSPORT shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer, and 3/8-16 locknut and tighten Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment securely. lift control. Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in same When pushin
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OPERATION When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right so TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 6) that clippings will discharge away from shrubs, fences, When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel opposite direction making left hand turns until finished from the tank to the engine. (See Fig. 8). Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake If g
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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 Check for Loose Fasteners R 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 TRAILING MANDREL TRACTOR EDGE UP ASSEMBLY BLADE Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- CENTER nance. HOLE BRAKE OPERATION FLAT WASHER If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at LOCK WASHER high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. STAR (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). BLADE BOLT (GRADE 8)* TIRES Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See “PRODUCT *A GRADE 8 HEAT TREA
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 12) Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the Determine temperature range expected before oil change. battery to “leak” power. All oil must meet API service classification SF-SJ. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery Be sure tractor is on level surface. cable and remove battery from tractor. Oil will drain more freely when warm. Rinse the battery with plain water
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES AIR FILTER (See Fig. 13) IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 14) Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of replacement is required. operation or every season, whichever occurs first. With engine cool, remove filte
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, 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 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. TRACTOR IMPORTAN
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 18 and 19) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See “PROD- NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual). If tires are EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO- over or underinflated, you will not properly
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 22) (See Fig. 20) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. side of left footrest. BELT REMOVAL BELT REMOVAL - Remove mower from tractor (See “TO REMOVE Remove mower (See “TO REMOVE MOWER” in this MO
