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07002
YTH2648TDRF
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.
532 44 40-19 Rev. 15
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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. • Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci den tal off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove starting when setting up, trans port ing, keys before dismounting. ad just ing or making repair
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers • If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately. III. CHILDREN • Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas cap and tighten securely. WARNING. CHILDREN CAN BE INJURED BY THIS EQUIPMENT. The American Academy GENERAL SERVICE of Pediatrics recommends that children be a • Never operate machine in a closed area. minimum of 12 year of age before operating • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to ensure the equipment is a pedestrian co
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS It has been designed, engineered and manu fac tured to Gasoline Capacity 4 Gallons give you the best possible dependability and performance. and type: Unleaded Regular Should you experience any problem you cannot easily Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service SAE 5W30 (below 32°F) center/department. We have competent, well-trained tech ni- Oil Capacity:
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Slope Sheet Keys (2) Keys ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Stan dard wrench sizes are listed. (1) 1/2" wrench Tire pressure gauge LABEL (2) 7/16" wrenches Utility knife Pliers When right or left hand is mentioned in this man ual, it means when you are in the operating po si tion (seated be hind the
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ASSEMBLY NOTE: You may now roll your tractor off the skid. Continue ✓CHECKLIST using the instructions that follow to remove the tractor from BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE the skid. WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST W ARNING: Before start ing, read, un der stand and fol- PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS low all in struc tions in the Op er a tion section of this man u al. QUALITY PRODUCT. Ensure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Ensure the area PLEASE REVIEW TH
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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 H S D E G F B A Q K C J M L Fig. 3 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 o
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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. ENGINE - HOW TO USE YOUR TRAC TOR • Move throttle control (D) between half and full speed TO SET PARKING BRAKE(See Fig. 4) (fast) position. Your tractor
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OPERATION • Put attachment lift lever in desired cutting height slot. TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See Fig. 7) 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 forward and reverse drive pedals. and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of • Start tractor and release parking brake. grass and type
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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 chute • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down in place (See Fig. 10). hills. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills. • If stopping is absolutely necessary, push
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OPERATION ADD GASOLINE BATTERY INDICATOR/CHARGING PLUG • Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill. (See Fig. 12) Use fresh, clean, regular gasoline with a minimum of The Battery Indicator displays the status of the battery. 87 octane. Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel There are three different indicator lights: in quantities that can be used within 30 days to ensure 1. RED Charge necessary fuel freshness. 2. YELLOW Charge recommended CAUTION: Wipe off any
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OPERATION PURGE TRANSMISSION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 3) When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine CAUTION: Never engage or disengage has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine. freewheel lever while the engine is run ning. • Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission en gaged position. To ensure proper operation and performance, it is rec om- • Sit on seat in operating position, depress brake pedal mend ed that
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OPERATION MOWING TIPS • DO NOT use tire chains 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 and mo
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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 (models with oil filter) 1,2 1,2 Change Engi
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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 Fig. 17 & 18) 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 SG-SL. 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 transmissio
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MAINTENANCE ENGINE OIL FILTER CLEANING Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil • Clean engine, battery , seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter . change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year. • Clean debris from steering plate. Debris can restrict clutch/brake pedal shaft movement, causing belt slip CLEAN AIR SCREEN and loss of drive. The air screen is over the air intake blower located on top of engine. The air screen must be kept free of dirt and
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MAINTENANCE DECK WASHOUT PORT (See Fig. 21) Your tractor’s deck is equipped with a washout port as part of its deck wash system. It should be utilized after each use. 1. Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your lawn, near enough to a water spigot for your garden hose to reach. IMPORTANT: Make certain the tractor’s discharge chute is directed AWAY from your house, garage, parked cars, etc. Remove bagger chute or mulch cover if attached. 2. Make sure the attachment clutch control is i
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST MENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • 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. TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 22) TO INSTALL MOWER (See Fig. 22-29) • P
