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J O N S E R E D S E R V I C E
03090
LT2226 A2
Operator's Manual
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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. • Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, WARNING: In order to prevent ac- discharge guard, or other safety devices in place and ci den tal starting when setting up, working. trans port ing, ad just ing or making re- • Slow down befo
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. CHILDREN GENERAL SERVICE • Never operate machine in a closed area. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment the presence of children. Children are often attracted to is in safe working condition. the ma chine and the mowing activity. Never assume that • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper children will remain where you last saw them. ope
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Gasoline Capacity 4 Gallons • Read and observe the safety rules. and type: Unleaded Regular • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) and using your tractor. SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) • Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “Stor- Oil Capacity: W/ Filter: 64 oz age” sec tions of this own er’s manual. W/O Filter: 60 oz Spark Plug: Champion QC12YC (Gap: .040") WARNING:
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Slope Sheet Key (1) Oil Drain Tube (2) Keys ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purpose. When right or left hand is mentioned in this man ual, it means NEGATIVE (BLACK)CABLE when you are in the operating po si tion (seated be hind the steer ing wheel). TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM L CAR TON UNPACK CARTON • Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons POSITIVE from carton. (RED)CABL
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ASSEMBLY NOTE: You may now roll your tractor off the skid. Follow ✓CHECKLIST the ap pro pri ate instruction below to remove the tractor BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE from the skid. WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PER- WARNING: Before start ing, read, un der stand and fol low FORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY all in struc tions in the Op er a tion section of this man u al. Be PRODUCT. sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in PLEASE RE
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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. D E P H N B J K G F A C L M Fig. 3 Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. (A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER – Used to raise and (H) LIGHT SWITCH – Turns the headlights on and of
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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. TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL - D (See Fig. 5) HOW TO USE YOUR TRAC TOR Always operate engine at full speed (fast). TO SET PARKING BRAKE(See Fig. 4) • Operating
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OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER TO ADJUST MOWER CUT TING HEIGHT Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing (See Fig. 7) switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with The po si tion of the at tach ment lift le ver (A) de ter mines the the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will cut ting height. shut off the engine. You must remain fully and centrally positioned in the seat to prevent the engine from hesitat- ing or cutting off when operating your eq
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OPERATION SERVICE REMINDER/HOUR METER Service reminder shows the total number of hours the engine has run and flashes to indicate that the engine or mower needs servicing. When service is required, the service reminder will flash for two hours. To service engine and mower, see the Maintenance section of this manual. NOTE: Service reminder runs when the ignition key is in ROS "ON" POSITION ENGINE "ON" POSITION any position but "STOP". For accurate reading, be sure (NORMAL OPERATING) key rem
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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 freewheel lever while the engine is fuel from the tank to the engine. • Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission en gaged run ning. position. • Sit on seat in operating position, depress brake pedal To ensure proper operation and performance, it is rec om - and set park
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OPERATION MOWING TIPS • If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip- performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in pings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. desired height. • Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug • The left hand side of mower should be used for trim- mower and leave undesirab
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maint_sch-tractore.ROS.e 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
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MAINTENANCE BLADE CARE TRACTOR For best results mower blades must be sharp. Re place Always observe safety rules when per form ing any main- worn, bent or damaged blades. te nance. BRAKE OPERATION CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest approved by the manufacturer of your speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved tractor. Using a blade not approved surface, then brake must be serviced. (See “TO CHECK by the manu
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MAINTENANCE TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 14 and 15) • Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly. • Reinstall battery (See “REPLACING BATTERY" in Determine temperature range expected before oil change. the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL. man u al). • Be sure tractor is on level surface. • Oil will drain more freely when warm. V-BELTS • Catch oil in a suitable container. Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours
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MAINTENANCE MUFFLER CLAMP Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or dam- FUEL FILTER age. SPARK PLUGS Fig. 16 Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in CLEANING “PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual. • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter. IN-LINE FUEL FILTER
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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. 17) TO INSTALL MOWER (See Fig. 17-22)
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO • ATTACH FRONT LINK (E) - Work from left side of trac- CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside tor. Insert rod end of link assembly through front hole of tractor chassis and secure with washer and retainer in tractor front suspension bracket (F). spring. • Insert end of link (E) into hole in front mower bracket • Repeat on opposite side of tractor. (H) and secure with washer and retainer spring (J). E A J F B H F
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER • If adjustment is necessary, see step in Visual Adjust- Make sure tires are properly inflated to the PSI shown on ment instructions above. tires. If tires are over or under inflated, it may affect the • Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until both appearance of your lawn and lead you to think the mower sides are equal. is not adjusted properly. FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 25 and 26) VISUAL SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 23) IMPORTA
