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Rancher Ride-On
Owners Manual
Model No. 1766
WARNING
• A mower is a high speed cutting tool. Safety precautions must be observed to reduce the risk of accident.
• Careless or improper use may cause serious injury.
• Be sure that you read and fully understand the contents of this Owner’s Manual. Should any point me unclear,
contact Rover-Scott Bonnar Limited, in your state or an authorized Rover-Scott Bonnar Service Agent for
assistance.
• Keep the owners manual in a safe place
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • A mower user must be in good physical condition and • When starting do not wrap the started rope around your mental health and not under the influence of any drug or hand. Do not allow the started cord to snap back. Return the alcohol which might impair vision or judgment. started grip slowly to allow the cord to rewind properly. • Do not use a mower when tired or fatigued. Lack of • Strictly follow the operator instructions before attempting alertness may cause se
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SAFETY FEATURES ⎯ Traction drive, blade drive and seat safety ⎯ Full foot rest: interlock: ⎯ Enclosed engine and muffler: ⎯ Low centre of gravity stable wide track. ⎯ Enclosed drives: ⎯ Parking brake. ⎯ Convenient – easy to operate controls 1
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SPECIFICATIONS ROVER RANCHER Machine Model No. 1766 To emphasize special information the words WARNING and CAUTION are used. Engine Model No. 280702 Single Cylinder Briggs & Stratton WARNING: The safety of the user and others 4 Stroke 12 HP. 465cc involved. Fuel Capacity 4.0 Litres Personal injury may result should this information Oil Capacity 1.42 Litres be disregarded. Lubrication Gear Impellor Spark plug type Champion CJ8 CAUTION: Follow these instructions carefully to Spark
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FITTING OF MODEL 170-178 CUTTING DECKS TO RANCHER 1. Remove spark plug lead. 2. Move height of cut lever to high cut (3) 3. Slide cutter deck under the Rancher from the right hand side with the ejection chute facing out. 4. Move height of cut lever to low cut. 5. Lift the rear of the cutting deck and fit the support brackets (1) over the control pins (2). 6. Fit the retaining bolts, spacers and washers through the U support bracket (4) in the correct order, see illustration
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LOOSE PARTS KIT DESCRIPTION QTY USE Steering wheel 1 On steering shaft Roll Pin 1 Secure steering wheel to shaft Stone Guard Assembly 1 Fitted to cutter head Spring – Stone Guard 1 On stone guard pivot rod ‘E’ Clip 1 In groove in pivot rod Ignition keys 2 To start machine Plug Spanner 1 To remove spark plug SETTING UP INSTRUCTIONS Fig.2 Fig.4 INSTALL STEERING WHEEL 5. Secure by clipping an ‘E’ Clip into the groove on the pivot rod. See Fig.4. 1. Slip steering wheel over steering
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BEFORE OPERATING FILL CRANKCASE WITH OIL. Do not mix oil with petrol. – Engine damage may result. The rider mower may be delivered with out oil in the 1. Open bonnet and clean around fuel tank cap so foreign crankcase. Oil must be added before attempting to start the matter cannot enter fuel tank when cap is removed. engine. 2. Using a funnel, fill tank with regular grade or unleaded petrol. Replace the cap. 1. Place machine on level surface. Open the bonnet. Ensure 3. Wipe up any pe
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TO START THE ENGINE: - Move the throttle lever to the slow position; - Turn the ignition key to Off. Remove the keys; Note the engine will not start unless the cutter drive is disengaged, and clutch/brake pedal is depressed. IMPORTANT: - The parking brake should always be applied before - Depress clutch/brake pedal – Apply the park brake; leaving the machine; - Move the speed selector to neutral; - The parking brake must be released before attempt
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MAINTENANCE INTERVAL CHART See 5 25 PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 25 HOURS page Hours Hours 50 75 100 125 150 175 200 Change oil (Initial) 7 x Change oil (Periodic) 7 x Check Interlock 11 x x Check Cutting Blades - x x Check Cutting Unit Brake 10 x Check Rear Wheels Brake 10 x Lubricate Pivot Points 8 x Lubricate Throttle Cable 8 x
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MAINTENANCE COOLING SYSTEM: The Rancher has an air cooled 4 stroke engine. It must be cleaned frequently. Remove any build up of grass, dirt or other debris from the – 1. Cylinder; 2. Cylinder head cooling fins; 3. Cooling air intake screen and 4. Carburettor governor levers and linkages. This will ensure adequate cooling and correct engine speed. COOLING SYSTEM: Proper choke and stop switch operation is dependant on adjustment of remote controls – Fig. 10 1. Loosen outer
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MAINTENANCE WHEEL REMOVAL: ⎯ Cutter Drive Lever Pivot; ⎯ Clutch/brake pedal pivot; See Fig.15 ⎯ Tie rod ball ends; See Fig. 11 ⎯ All connecting rod pivot points. Note: All ball bearings are sealed and require no maintenance. TRANSAXLE: Fig. 13 Fig. 14 This transmission is fully enclosed and permanently lubricated. No maintenance necessary. CAUTION: Always deflate tyre before removing rim nuts on front wheel only. CUTTING UNIT: Front – Remove spar
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MAINTENANCE BRAKE ROD ADJUSTMENT CUTTER HEAD BRAKE Should regularly be checked for operation. Should not normally require resetting. PAD REPLACEMENT 1. Remove ‘R’ clip and push rod pin (See Fig. 19). 2. Remove brake rod pivot bolt (B) and two spacers (see Fig. 19). 3. Remove brake plate assembly. Fig. 17 1. Loosen lock nuts; 2. Adjust pivot block 4. Drill out pad retaining rivets. (A) See Fig. 17 position; 3. Retighten nuts. 5. Rivet replacement pad in position.
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MAINTENANCE STEERING RODS SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM Should not normally require resetting. The safety interlock system has been designed for your 1. Loosen rod lock nut; (a) See Fig. 11. protection and should not be tampered with. It gives the Rancher the following characteristics. 2. Release the fixing bolt; The engine will not start unless the speed selector is in the 3. Turn tie rod end to adjust for length clockwise to shorten, neutral position, the cutter drive is disen
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SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION DECALS The following safety and instruction decals are mounted on the RANCHER Front Engine Rider. Replace any that become damaged or illegible.
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CIRCUIT DIAGRAMS 14
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TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine loses power. 1. Oil level in crank case is low. 1. Add oil to crankcase. 2. Cooling fins and air passages under 2. Remove obstruction from passage. engine blower housing are blocked. 3. Engine load is excessive. 3. Select a lower speed to reduce load. 4. Air cleaner is dirty. 4. Clean air cleaner element. 5. Dirt or water is in fuel. 5. Have machine serviced by an Authorized Service Dealer. 6. Carburettor is adjusted
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RANCHER SPARE PARTS LIST ITEM PART No. DESCRIPTION • COMMON HARDWARE ITEM 1 Lift Spring A12115 2 Height Selector Shaft Assy. A10229 3 Gear Selector Shaft Assy. A10201 4 Floor Panel Label A07919 5 Lever Knob A07652 6 Selector Lever A12114 7 Knob A07617 8 Park Brake Rod A07616 9 R.H. Rear mount Assy. A10203 10 End Cap A07657 11 Chassis Assy. A10199 12 Pedal Rubber A07615 13 Pedal Assy. A00969 14 Pedal Control Bush Assy. A00968 15 Spring Clip A01080
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