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OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
Prestige / 1800 / 2800 / 500 Series
Conquest / 1700 / 2700 / 400 Series
23HP Hydro Tractors
44” Mower Decks
Mfg. No. Description
Mfg. No. Description
2690638 Conquest, 23HP 4WD & 44” Mower
1695028 44” Mower Deck (CE)
2690656 Conquest, 23HP & 44” Mower (CE)
1695033 44” Mower Deck (CE)
2690657 YT2344, 23HP & 44” Mower (CE)
1695391 44” Mower Deck
2690679 Conquest, 23HP 4WD & 50” Mower (CE)
1695400 44” Mower Deck (CE)
2690744 Conquest, 23HP 4WD & 50” Mower
1695401 44” Mower Deck (C
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Table of Contents Safety Rules & Information.................................2 Regular Maintenance........................................18 Maintenance Schedule..........................................18 Identification Numbers .......................................7 Checking Tire Pressures .......................................18 Safety Decals.......................................................8 Safety Interlock System Check..............................19 Safety Icons ...................
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Safety Rules & Information Operating Safety Congratulations on purchasing a superior-quality piece of lawn and garden equipment. Our products are designed and manufactured to meet or exceed all industry standards for safety. Power equipment is only as safe as the operator. If it is misused, or not properly maintained, it can be dangerous! Remember, you are responsible for your safety and that of those around you. Use common sense, and think through what you are doing. If you are not sure that th
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Safety Rules and Information Slope Operation You could be seriously injured or even killed if you use this unit on too steep an incline. Using the unit on a slope that is too steep or where you don’t have adequate traction can cause you to lose control or roll over. A good rule of thumb is to not operate on any slope you cannot back up (in 2-wheel drive mode). You should not operate on inclines with a slope greater than a 3.5 foot rise over a 20 foot length. Always drive up and down slopes: neve
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Safety Rules & Information Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. This mowing deck is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. The triangle in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed. 14. Do not operate the unit while under the influence of GENERAL OPERATION alcohol or drugs
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Safety Rules and Information SLOPE OPERATION WARNING Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip-over Never operate on slopes greater than 17.6 percent accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. Operation (10°) which is a rise of 3-1/2 feet (106 cm) vertically in on all slopes requires extra caution. If you cannot back up the 20 feet (607 cm) horizontally. slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not operate on it. When operating on slopes use additional wheel Control o
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Safety Rules & Information SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Safe Handling of Gasoline 1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other 12. Do not use gasoline containing METHANOL, gasohol sources of ignition. containing more than 10% ETHANOL, gasoline 2. Use only approved gasoline containers. additives, or white gas because engine/fuel system 3. Never remove the gas cap or add fuel with the engine damage could result. running. Allow the engine to cool before refueling. 13. If the fuel tank must be
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Identification Numbers Identification Numbers When contacting your authorized dealer for CE Identification Tag replacement parts, service, or information you MUST have these numbers. A. Manufacturer’s Identification Number B. Manufacturer’s Serial Number Record your model name/number, manufacturer’s identification numbers, and engine serial numbers in the C. Power Rating in Kilowatts space provided for easy access. These numbers can be D. Maximum Engine Speed in Rotations per Minute found in th
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Safety Decals All DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and instructional Safety Decals messages on your rider and mower should be carefully This unit has been designed and manufactured to provide read and obeyed. Personal bodily injury can result when you with the safety and reliability you would expect from these instructions are not followed. The information is for an industry leader in outdoor power equipment your safety and it is important! The safety decals below manufacturing. are on your rider an
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CE Safety Icons Operating Instructions, Decals Locations CE Models, Part No. 1734027 Ignition Switch Positions Part No. 1722806 CE-Danger, Rotating Blades, CE-Danger, Rotating Blades, Part No. 1720389 Part No. 1720389 Decal - Cutting Height Part No. 1721197 1730264 Decal - Cutting Height Part No. 1723470 173xxxx 1730172 Transmission Fuel Level Release Attachment Lift Decal - Cutting Part No. 1730172 Part No. 1730202 Part No. 1730264 Height Part No. 1723847 9 Not for Reproduction
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Features & Controls Electric Hydraulic HOC Models Lift Models Manual Lift Models Manual Manual HOC Models HOC Models 12V Figure 1. Controls Control Functions The information below briefly describes the function of individual controls. Starting, stopping, driving, and mowing require the combined use of several controls applied in specific sequences. To learn what combination and sequence of controls to use for various tasks see the OPERATION section. Throttle Control Headlights The throttle contr
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Features & Controls Manual Lift Models: The cutting height adjustment knob controls the mower cutting height. PTO Switch The PTO (Power Take-Off) switch engages and disengages attachments that use the PTO. To engage Cruise Control (Select Models) the PTO, pull UP on the switch. Push DOWN to The cruise control is used to lock the ground speed disengage. Note that the operator must be seated firmly control in forward. Move the lever forward until the in the tractor seat for the PTO to function. de
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Features & Controls Manual Lift Models: The attachment lift control lever raises and lowers attachments that utilize the tractor’s Attachment Lift Control Lever manual lift linkage. To lower an attachment: pull the lever When using the mower deck, lift the deck off the ground back slightly, depress the release button, and push the while transporting to and from the job site. DO NOT cut lever forward until it locks in the lowered position. To raise with the mower in the raised, transport position
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Features & Controls Dashboard Display & Functions A B Display Items Refer to Figure 3. D A. FUEL LEVEL Indicates the amount of fuel in the fuel tank. Left is empty; C right is full. B. HOUR METER / CLOCK / SERVICE INDICATOR Displays the clock, hour meter, and maintenance reminder. H G F E The hour meter measures the number of hours the key has been in the RUN position. The hour meter will flash Figure 3. Dashboard Display - Select Models an initial oil change indicator at 5 hours, and a lubricat
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Operating the Tractor WARNING Safety Interlock System Tests Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled with care. Never fill the tank when the WARNING engine is still hot from recent operation. Do not This unit is equipped with safety interlock allow open flame, smoking or matches in the switches and other safety devices. These safety area. Avoid over-filling and wipe up any spills. systems are present for your safety. Do not attempt to bypass safety switches, and never tamper with safety
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Operating the Tractor Driving The Tractor Attachment Operation in Reverse 1. Sit in the seat and adjust the seat so that you can If an operator chooses to operate a PTO driven comfortably reach all the controls and see the attachment in reverse, the RMO system can be used. To dashboard display. use the Reverse Mowing Option (RMO) turn the RMO key 2. Engage the parking brake. after the PTO is engaged. The L.E.D. light will illuminate, 3. Make sure the PTO switch is disengaged. and the operator ca
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Operating the Tractor Adjusting Mower Cutting Height The cutting height is infinitely adjustable between approximately 1” and 3-5/8” (2,5-9,2 cm). Electric Height of Cut Models: The cutting height adjustment switch (D, Figure 5) controls the mower cutting height. This same switch also controls the spout rotator motor when a snowthrower is installed. The arrows on the switch correspond to the direction of adjustment (UP arrow raises cutting height, RIGHT arrow rotates the spout right, etc). When
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Operating the Tractor Attaching a Trailer Storage The maximum horizontal drawbar force allowed is WARNING 444 Newton. The maximum vertical drawbar force is Never store the unit (with fuel) in an enclosed, 222 Newton. This equates to a 396 lbs (180 kg) trailer on poorly ventilated structure. Fuel vapors can a 10 degree hill. Secure the trailer with an appropriately travel to an ignition source (such as a furnace, sized clevis pin (A, Figure 6) and clip (B). water heater, etc.) and cause an explos
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Regular Maintenance MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE & PROCEDURES The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your tractor and mower. TRACTOR AND MOWER ENGINE Every 8 Hours or Daily First 5 Hours Check safety interlock system Change engine oil - see engine manual Every 8 Hours or Daily Clean debris off tractor and mower deck Clean debris from engine compartment Check engine oil level - see engine manual Every 25 Hours or Annually * Every 25 Hours or Annually * Check mower blade stopping ti
