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IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away
03090
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
WARNING:
MODEL:
Read this Man u al and follow all Warnings
and Safety Instructions. Fail ure to do so can
re sult in serious in ju ry.
PBGT26H54X
GARDEN TRACTOR
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION
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418793 12-10-07 SBW
Printed in U.S.A.
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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 Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to • Never operate machine in a closed area. • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the ma chine and the mowing activity. Never assume that is in safe working condition. • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper children will remain where you last saw them. • Kee
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and observe the safety rules. Gasoline Capacity 4 Gallons and type: Unleaded Regular • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tractor. Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) • Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “Stor- age” sec tions of this own er’s manual. Oil Capacity: w/ Filter: 64 oz w/o Filter: 60 oz Spark Plug: Champion QC12YC (Gap: .040") WARNING:
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Mower Mower Front Wheel (5) Large Retainer (1) 3/4 O.D. Washers Springs - 7/16 (1) Wheel (1) 1-1/4 O.D. Washer (2) Smaller Retainer (1) Locknut Springs - 5/16 (1) Shoulder Bolt (5) 1-3/16 O.D. Washers 3/8-16 Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Keys (1) Anti-Sway Bar (2) Rear Lift Link Assemblies (2) Keys 5
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ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping pur- poses. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Stan dard wrench sizes are listed. (1) 3/4" wrench (1) Utility knife (1) 9/16" wrench (1) Pliers A (1) Tire Pressure Gauge When right or left hand is mentioned in this man ual, it means from your point of view, when you are in the operat- ing po si tion (seated be hind the steer in
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ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLE FRONT WHEEL TO MOWER (See Fig. 3) • Using shoulder bolt, washer and locknut from parts bag, as sem ble front wheel to mower as shown. Tighten securely. A FIG. 5 NOTE: Be sure mower side suspension arms (A) are point- ing forward before sliding mower under tractor. • Slide mower under tractor until it is centered under FIG. 3 tractor. • FIRST INSTALL ANTI-SWAY BAR (S). INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT - From right side of mower, insert anti-sway bar into hole in tran
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ASSEMBLY • Repeat on opposite side of tractor. • ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside of • Turn steering wheel to position wheels straight for- tractor chassis and secure with washer and retainer spring. ward. • Repeat on opposite side of tractor. • ATTACH FRONT LINK (E) - Work from left side of tractor. Insert rod end of link assembly through front hole in tractor front suspension bracket (F) and secure A with7/16 retainer spring (
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ASSEMBLY • Disengage belt tension rod (K) from locking bracket (L). ✓CHECKLIST • Install belt onto engine clutch pulley (M). BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PER- IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing in all mower FORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY pulley grooves. PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ✓ All assembly instructions have been com plet ed. M ✓ No remaining loose parts in carton. ✓ Battery is properly prepa
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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. 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 SAFE
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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 D E N H J K B C G F Q L A M FIG. 13 Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. (A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER – Used to raise and lower the (H) LIGHT SWITCH – Turns the headlig
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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. GROUND DRIVE - HOW TO USE YOUR TRAC TOR • To stop ground drive, depress brake pedal all the way down. TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 14) Your tractor is e
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OPERATION TO ADJUST MOWER CUT TING HEIGHT TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 16) (See Fig. 18) Always operate engine at full speed (fast). The po si tion of the at tach ment lift le ver (A) de ter mines the • Operating engine at less than full speed (fast) reduces cut ting height. engines operating efficiency. • Full speed (fast) of fers the best bagging and mower per for mance. TO USE CHOKE CONTROL (D) (See Fig. 16) Use choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine. T Do not use to
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OPERATION USING THE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM - Only use if you are certain no children or other bystanders will enter the mowing area. • Depress brake pedal all the way down. • With engine running, turn ignition key counterclockwise to ROS "ON" position. • Look down and behind before and while backing. • Slowly depress reverse drive pedal to start move- ment. • When use of the ROS is no longer needed, turn the ignition key clockwise to engine "ON" position. ROS "ON" POSITION ENGINE "ON" POSIT
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OPERATION ADD GASOLINE Transmission Engaged • Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular un lead ed gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quan ti ties that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness. CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open fla
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OPERATION • The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If NOTE: During this procedure there will be no movement the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine of drive wheels. The air is being removed from hydraulic and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke drive system. as described above. • Shut- off engine and set parking brake. • Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in COLD WEATHER STARTING (50° F and below) • When engine starts, slowly push ch
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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 & ROSSystems R Check for Loose Fasteners A Check/Replace Mower Blades 3 C T Lubrication Chart 0 Check BatteryLevel 4 R Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness Check V-Belts Check Engine OilLevel Change Engine Oil(with oilfilter) 1,2 Ch
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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. CAUTION: Use only a replacement BRAKE OPERATION blade approved by the manufacturer of If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest your tractor. Using a blade not approved speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved by the manufacturer of your tractor is haz- surface, then brake
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MAINTENANCE • Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 24 and 25) • Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush Determine temperature range expected before oil change. until bright. All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL. • Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly. • Be sure tractor is on level surface. • Reinstall battery (See “REPLACING BATTERY" in • Oil will drain more freely when warm. the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of
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MAINTENANCE ENGINE OIL FILTER CLAMP Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other CLAMP oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year. FUEL FILTER MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester FIG. 26 (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or dam- age. CLEANING SPARK PLUGS • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing matter. season or after every 100 hours of o
