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OWNER'S MANUAL
MODEL NO. PE12538LT(96011019600)
12.5 HP 38 Inch
Lawn Tractor
Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Service and Adjustments
• Storage
• Troubleshooting
• Repair Parts
403391 Rev.1 05.24.06 TRNB
Printed in U.S.A.
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SAFETY RULES & Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers DANGER: THIS CUTTINGMACHINEIS CAPABLEOF AMPUTATINGHANDSAND FEETAND THROWINGOBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVETHE FOLLOWINGSAFETY INSTRUCTIONSCOULD RESULTIN SERIOUS INJURYOR DEATH. • Disengage blades when not mowing, Shut off engine and wait for all parts to come to a complete stop before WARNING: In order to prevent ac- cleaning the machine, removing the grass catcher, or cidental starting when setting up, unclogging the discharge guard. transp
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SAFETY RULES & Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers II1. CHILDREN GENERAL SERVICE Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to • Never operate machine in a closed are, the presence of children. Children are often attracted to • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition. the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that • Never tamper with safety devices, Check their proper children will remain where you last saw them, • Keep chi
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Ithas been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Gasoline Capacity 1.25 Gallons 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 service center/ SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) department, We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools
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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Steering Wheel Seat Steering Extension Shaft Steering Wheel Insert (1) Washer (_) 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Steering Boot Steering Wheel Adapter (1) Knob I_ © (1)5/16 Lock Washer (1) Oil Drain Tube Slope Sheet /Lar( _ g_Flat Key D (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 4 (2) Keys Battery (2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4 @(2) Hex Nuts 1/4-20
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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 A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed. _z ...... 5/16 HEX BOLT _ INSERT (2) 7/16" wrench Utility knife WASHER (1) 1/2" wr
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ASSEMBLY ..--- DISCARD TERMINAL SHOULDER PROTECTIVE CAPS BOLT TERMINAL i HEX BOLT I NEGATIVE(BLACK) POSITIVE(RED) CABLE CABLE FIG. 3 FLAT WASHER SEAT ADJUSTMENT KNOB LABEL FIG. 2 CONNECT BATTERY (See Figs. 3 and 4) CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, FIG. 4 remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the
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ASSEMBLY • Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) position, ,/CHECKL IS T • Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE • Remove key from bag and start the engine (see "TO WISH TO ASSU RE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PER- FORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY START" in the Operation section of this manual). After PRODUCT. engine has started, move throttle control to idle (slow) position, PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING C
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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, R H L I',,I REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION SWITCH MOWER LIFT ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) REVERSE FORWARD CLUTCH/BRAKE LIGHTS ON FUEL BATTERY CRUISE CONTROL PEDAL m ®@@@@ ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT DANGER, KEEP HANDS CLUTCH ENGAGED KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS CLUTCH DISENGAGED AND FEET A
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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. ATTACHMENT IGNITION CLUTCH LEVER SWITCH POSITION CHOKE CONTROL ,- LIFT LEVER / / PLUNGER LIGHT ,_ ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER THRq CLUTCH/BRAKE o HEIGHT PEDAL ADJUSTMENT INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE GEAR SHIFT LEVER Our tractors conform to the appl
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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 awide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause "browning" of grass, To elimin
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OPERATION Move gear shift lever to reverse (R) position and slowly TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 7) release clutch/brake pedal to start movement. Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing When use of the ROS is no longer needed, turn the switch, Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with ignition key clockwise to engine "ON" position, the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine,You must remain fully and centrally ROS "ON" POSITION ENGINE "O
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OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 5) BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL fuel from the tank to the engine. The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the • Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake factory, already filled with summer weight oil. pedal and set parking brake, • Check engine oil with tractor on level ground, • Place gear shi
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OPERATION MOWING TIPS f • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per- formance, See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual, f • 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 machine, This will result in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting, ( • When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right
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MAINTENANCE m m BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE MAINTENANCE EACH 8 25 50 100 SEASON STORAGE SCHEDULE USE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS Check Brake Operation r, Check Tire Pressure T R Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems v' v" v' A Check for Loose Fasteners C ChecWReplace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals i,," Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness v' Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level V" _11S1,2 Change Engine Oil (with oil filter)
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MAINTENANCE BLADE CARE TRACTOR For best results mower blades must be kept sharp, Replace Always observe safety rules when performing any main- bent or damaged blades. tenance, BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest approved by the manufacturer of your speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved tractor. Using a blade not approved CAUTION: Useonlya replacement blade by the manufacturer of your tractor is surface, then brake must be checked and a
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MAINTENANCE • Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt SAEVISCOSITY GRADES or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground, If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal position, If either end of the blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced, F -20 0 30 32 40 60 80 100 c -_0 -20 -1; ; ;0 _0 10 4; TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE CENTER HOLE oilvEsc chart1 e FIG. 11 BLADE 5/8" BOLT NOTE: Although multi-viscosity
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MAINTENANCE CLEAN AIR SCREEN IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 13) Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel engine damage from overheating, Clean with a wire brush filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum replacement is required. fibers, • With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sec- tions, AIR FILTER • Place new fuel filter in position
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS MENTS: i_ WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUST- 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. IMPORTANT: IF AN A
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • Install belt onto engine pulley, • If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN ALL length as other link. MOWER PULLEY GROOVES. • To lower front of mower loosen nut "E" on both front links an equal number of turns, TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING • When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground rear, tighten nuts "F" against trunnion on both front or driveway.
