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D26KH54
Operator's Manual
532 43 69-42 Rev. 1
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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. • Slow down before turning. WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci den tal • Never leave a running machine unattended. Always starting when setting up, trans port ing, turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and ad just ing or making repairs,
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to GENERAL SERVICE the presence of children. Children are often attracted to • Never operate machine in a closed area. the ma chine and the mowing activity. Never assume that • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment children will remain where you last saw them. is in safe working condition. • Keep children out of the mowing area and in the watchful
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and observe the safety rules. Gasoline Capacity 4 Gallons • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and type: Unleaded Regular and using your tractor. Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) • Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “Stor- SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) age” sec tions of this manual. Oil Capacity: 64 oz. Spark Plug: NGK BPR4ES (Gap: .030") WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal c
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Keys Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use (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 purposes. ADJUST SEAT (See Fig. 2) TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY • Sit in seat. A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Stan dard • Lift up adjustment lever (A) and slide seat until a com- wrench sizes are listed. fortable position is reached which allows you to press (1) 1/2" wrench Tire pressure gauge clutch/brake pedal all the way down. (2) 7/16" wrenches Utility k
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ASSEMBLY ✓CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ✓ All assembly instructions have been com plet ed. ✓ No remaining loose parts in carton. ✓ Battery is properly prepared and charged. ✓ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. ✓ All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the factory). ✓ B
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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 Z A D G E F B K N C J W M L Fig. 3 Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. (A) ATTACHMENT LIFT SWITCH - Used to raise and (H) LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on a
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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. NOTE: Failure to move throttle control between half and full HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR speed (fast) position, before stop ping may cause engine TO SET PARK
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OPERATION T K W J L Fig. 7 Fig. 9 TO USE CRUISE CONTROL (J) (See Fig. 7) • Slide pointer tab (T) to desired cutting height as a reminder The cruise control feature can be used for forward travel only. for next time you mow. SYSTEM CHARACTERISTICS CAUTION: Continuing to press the electric lift The cruise control should only be used while mowing or switch after the mower deck has reached the transporting on relatively smooth, straight surfaces. Other minimum or maximum position may result in
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OPERATION • With engine running, turn ignition key counterclockwise • Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See “TO AD- to ROS "ON" position. JUST MOWER CUT TING HEIGHT” in the Operation sec tion of this manual). • Look down and behind before and while backing. • With mower in desired height of cut po si tion, gauge • Slowly depress reverse drive pedal to start movement. wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off • When use of the ROS is no longer needed, turn the the ground. In
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OPERATION TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATT ACH MENTS TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 3) Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your trac- has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move tor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load, fuel from the tank to the engine. while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with • Be sure freewheel control is
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OPERATION PURGE TRANSMISSION CAUTION: Never engage or disengage freewheel lever while the engine is run ning. To ensure proper operation and performance, it is rec om- mend ed that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any trapped air inside the transmission which may have de vel- oped during shipping of your tractor. IMPORTANT: SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION RE QUIRE REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT, IT SHOULD BE PURGED AFTER REIN
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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 Clean Debris Off Steering Plate 5 Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil
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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 OIL DRAIN VALVE Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not TO OPEN ad just able. Re place belts if they begin to slip from wear. TO CLOSE TRANSAXLE MAINTENANCE The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean to assure proper cooling. Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is running or while the transmission is hot. To prevent pos- DRAIN si ble damage to seals, do not us
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00667 MAINTENANCE IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 18) DECK WASHOUT PORT (See Fig. 20) The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel Your tractor’s deck is equipped with a washout port on filter becomes clogged, ob struct ing fuel flow to car bu re tor, its surface as part of its deck wash system. It should be re place ment is re quired. utilized after each use. 1. Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your lawn, near • With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line s
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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. 21) TO INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT (See Fi
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 2. ASSEMBLE FRONT GAUGE WHEEL (W) TO FRONT 5. INSTALL ANTI-SWAY BAR (S) (IF EQUIPPED) OF MOWER (See Fig. 23) (See Fig. 26 - 28) H. FRONT MOWER H W ANTI-SWAY BAR (S) BRACKET W. FRONT GAUGE TOWARDS TOWARDS WHEEL TRANSAXLE MOWER DECK X. SHOULDER X BOLT Y. 1-1/4 O.D. 90° END INTEGRATED WASHER END WASHER Y Z Z. 3/8-16 LOCKNUT Fig. 26 Fig. 23 • From right side of mower, first insert 90° end of anti-sway 3. TURN STEERING WHEEL LEFT AND POSITION bar (S) into hole in trans
