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IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away
176975 Rev. 1 01.31.01 RH
Printed in U.S.A.
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. I. GENERAL OPERATION DO NOT: • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the • Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn manual and on the machine before starting. slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. Do not mow near drop-of
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Look for this symbol to point out im- Stop machine if anyone enters the area. portant safety precautions. It means Never carry passengers or children even with the blades CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR off. SAFETY IS INVOLVED. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. CAUTION: In order to prevent acciden- Ne
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Read and observe the safety rules. GASOLINE CAPACITY 3.5 GALLONS Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR using your tractor. Follow the instructions under “Customer Responsibili- OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) ties” and “Storage” sections of this owner’s manual. SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal OIL CAPACITY: W/ FILTER: 4.0 PINTS combustion
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Gauge Wheels Steering Wheel (4) Shoulder Bolts (4) Wheels (4) Adjusting Bars Steering Sleeve Steering Sleeve Extension (4) Clevis Pins (4) Washers 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga. Steering Steering Wheel Adapter Wheel Insert (4) Retainer Springs Seat (4) Locknuts 3/8-16 (double loop) Nose Roller (2) Nylon (1) Washer Locknuts (2) Washers 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge 3/8-16 17/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga. Nose (1) Knob Roller Brackets Mower (2) Hex Bolts 3/8-16 x 1 (2) Front Lin
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ASSEMBLY 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 insure proper tightness. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY STEERING WHEEL INSERT A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard LOCK NUT wrench sizes are listed. (1) Tire pressure gauge LARGE FLAT WASHER (2)
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ASSEMBLY INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Opera- tion section, page 12, for location and func- Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. tion of controls) Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat WARNING: Before starting, read, understand and follow to tractor. all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Be Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard sure tractor is in a well-ve
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ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER MANDREL TRAILING EDGE UP ASSEMBLY DECK (See Fig. 5) BLADE The gauge wheels are designed to keep the mower deck in CENTER proper position when operating mower. Be sure they are HOLE properly adjusted to ensure optimum mower performance. Slide gauge wheel bar down into bracket channel, Be FLAT WASHER sure that gauge wheel bar aligning holes are on top. Assemble gauge wheels as shown using shoulder HEX BOLT STAR bolts, 3/8 washers and 3/8-16 center locknuts
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ASSEMBLY INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT (See Place the L.H. suspension arm on outward pointing deck pin. If necessary, rock and raise front of mower Figs. 8 and 9) to align deck pin with the hole in suspension arm. Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension Retain with double loop retainer spring with loops down arms are raised with attachment lift control. Engage parking as shown. brake. Slide left side of mower back and install the unattached Cut and remove ties securing a
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ASSEMBLY CHECK TIRE PRESSURE 3 CHECKLIST The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE best cutting performance. THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: 3 All assembly instructions have been
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OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT LOCKED P ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED 15 15 15 KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS ATTACHMENT (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) CLUTCH DISENGAGED IGNITION FREE WHEEL DANG
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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 adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. LIGHT IGNITION SWITCH AMMETER SWITCH POSITION CHOKE CONTROL LIFT LEVER THROTTLE PLUNGER CONTROL CLUTCH/ ATTACHMENT BRAKE LIFT LEVER PEDAL ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB FREEWHEEL CONTROL PARKING BRAKE MOTION CONTROL LEV
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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 damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR CAUTION: Always stop tractor com- pletely, as described above, before leav- TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 10) ing the operator's position; to emp
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OPERATION If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake Remove retainer spring and clevis pin which secure each gauge wheel bar. pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake. Lower gauge wheels to ground. Raise gauge wheels Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. slightly to align holes in bracket and gauge wheel bar and insert clevis pin. Gauge wheels should be slightly IMPORTANT: THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES NOT RETURN TO NEUTRAL (N) POSITION WHEN THE
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OPERATION COLD WEATHER STARTING (50° F and below) ADD GASOLINE When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded the engine begins to run smoothly. Continue to push the gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded choke control in small steps allowing the engine to gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits accept small changes in speed and load, until the and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. chok
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OPERATION Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine MULCHING MOWING TIPS is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed. IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS disengage clutch/brake pedal. AND TRASH. CLEAN AFTER EACH USE. Slowly move motion control lever forward, after the The special mulching blade will recut the grass clip- tractor moves approximately five (5) feet,
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems T R Check for Loose Fasteners 7 A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 4 C Lubrication Chart T Check Battery Level 6 0 Clean Battery and Terminals R Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension 5 Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension 5 Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil 12 1, ,3 Clean Air Filter 2 E
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in TRACTOR exact order as shown. Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. torque). nance. IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED. BRAKE OPERATION TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 17) If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but if you (See
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Unlock drain valve by pushing inward and turning coun- V-BELTS terclockwise. Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of To open, pull out on the drain valve. operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not After oil has drained completely, close and lock the drain adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise until the TRANSAXLE COOLING pin is in the locked position as shown. Remov
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 21) Wash it in liquid detergent and water. The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, absorbent cloth replacement is required. and squeeze to remove excess oil. With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sec- If very dirty or damaged, replace
