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IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away
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.
PB20H42YT
LAWN TRACTOR
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION
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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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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS It has been designed, engineered and manu fac tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Gasoline Capacity 2.5 Gallons and Type: Unleaded Regular Should you experience any problem you cannot easily rem- edy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/ Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) department. We have com pe tent, well-trained tech ni cians SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) a
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Slope Sheet Key (1) Oil Drain Tube (2) Keys 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 ensure proper tightness. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY LABEL A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Stan dard wrench sizes are listed. (1) 5/16" wrenc
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ASSEMBLY NOTE: You may now roll your tractor off the skid. Follow the instructions below to remove the tractor from the skid. ✓CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE W ARNING: Before start ing, read, un der stand and fol low WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST all in struc tions in the Op er a tion section of this man u al. Be PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in QUALITY PRODUCT. front of tractor is clear
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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 REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW SLOW CHOKE IGNITION SWITCH P ENGINE START ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE OPERATION LOCKED UNLOCKED SYSTEM (ROS) FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD OVER TEMP MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT LIGHT 15 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT SLOPE HAZARDS DANGER, KEEP HANDS KEEP AREA CLEAR CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH
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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. R ROS "ON" OS "ON" P POSITION OSITION HOURMETER LIGHT SWITCH LIGHT SWITCH T THROTTLE/CHOKE HROTTLE/CHOKE C CONTROL ONTROL A AT TT TA ACHMENT CHMENT C CL LUTCH LEVER UTCH LEVER C CL LUTCH/BRAKE UTCH/BRAKE P PEDAL EDAL IIGNITION GNIT
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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 adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vision safety mask over spec- tacles or stan dard safety glasses. • Never use choke to stop engine. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY POSITION OTHER THAN "STOP" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO
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OPERATION TO ADJUST MOWER CUT TING HEIGHT REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) (See Fig. 8) Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse The po si tion of the at tach ment lift le ver (A) de ter mines the direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the cut ting height. engine unless ignition key is placed in the ROS "ON" position. WARNING: Backing up with the attachment clutch en- gaged while mowing is strongl
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OPERATION TO OPERATE ON HILLS SERVICE REMINDER/HOUR METER Service reminder shows the total number of hours the CAUTION: Do not drive up or down engine has run and flashes to indicate that the engine hills with slopes greater than 15° and or mower needs servicing. When service is required, the do not drive across any slope. service reminder will flash for two hours. To service engine and mower, see the Maintenance section of this manual. • Choose the lowest speed before starting up or do
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OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 5) PURGE TRANSMISSION When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine CAUTION: Never engage or disengage the 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 To ensure proper operation and performance, it is rec om - position. mend ed that the transmission be purged before operating • Sit on
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OPERATION MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used 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 an
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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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02545 MAINTENANCE BLADE CARE TRACTOR For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Re place Always observe safety rules when per form ing any main- bent or damaged blades. te nance. BRAKE OPERATION CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade ap- If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest proved by the manufacturer of your tractor. 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
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MAINTENANCE • Unlock drain valve by pushing inward and turning V-BELTS coun ter clock wise. Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours • To open, pull out on the drain valve. of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not • After oil has drained completely, close and lock the ad just able. Re place belts if they begin to slip from wear. drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise TRANSAXLE MAINTENANCE until the pin is in the locked position as shown. The
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00667 MAINTENANCE SPARK PLUGS DECK WASHOUT PORT (See Fig. 20) Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing sea- Your tractor’s deck is equipped with a washout port on son or after every 100 hours of use, whichever comes first. its surface as part of its deck wash system. It should be Spark plug type and gap setting is shown in "PROD UCT utilized after each use. SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. 1. Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your lawn, near IN-LINE FUEL FILT
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SE RI OUS IN JU RY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral 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 ATTA
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO • Insert end of link (E) into hole in front mower bracket CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside and secure with washer and retainer spring (J). of tractor chassis and secure with retainer spring. E • Repeat on opposite side of tractor. A J F H B Fig. 24 • Hook end of clutch cable spring (Q) into hole in idler arm (R). Fig. 22 • Push clutch cable housing guide (P) into bracket, slide • ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS (C
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • If adjustment is necessary, see step in Visual Adjust- TO LEVEL MOWER ment instructions above. Make sure tires are properly inflated to the PSI shown on • Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until both tires. If tires are over or under inflated, it may affect the sides are equal. appearance of your lawn and lead you to think the mower is not adjusted properly. FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 29 & 30) VISUAL SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 27) IMPORTANT:
