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IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away
02478
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
WARNING:
MODEL:
Read this Manu al and follow all Warnings and
Safety Instructions. Fail ure to do so can re sult
in serious in ju ry.
XT24H42LT
LAWN TRACTOR
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION
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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. Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, discharge guard, or other safety devices in place and WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci - working. den tal starting when setting up, trans- Slow down before turning. por t ing, ad
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. CHILDREN GENERAL SERVICE Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to Never operate machine in a closed are. Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the ma chine and the mowing activity. Never assume that is in safe working condition. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper children will remain where you last saw the
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS It has been designed, engineered and manu factured to giv e Gasoline Capacity 3.50 Gallons you the best possible dependability and performance. and Type: Unleaded Regular Should you experience any problem you cannot easily rem- Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) edy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Gauge Wheels (4) Adjusting Bar Steering (4) Clevis Pins Steering Wheel Wheel Adapter Insert (4) Wheels (4) Retainer Springs (double loop) Steering (4) Washers 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga. Boot Steering Extension Shaft (1) Large Flat (4) Shoulder Bolt (4) Locknut 3/8-16 Washer (1) 5/16 Lock Washer (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 4 (1) Oil Drain Tube Seat Slope Sheet Key (2) Keys (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob 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. 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 INSERT A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Stan dard 5/16 HEX BOLT wrench sizes are listed. (1) 3/4" wrench Pliers 5/16 LOCK (1) 1/2" wrench
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02173 ASSEMBLY NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the ap pro pri ate instruction below to remove the SEAT tractor from the skid. TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op- er a tion section for location and function of con trols) SEAT PAN Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest po si tion. Release parking brake by de press ing clutch/brake SHOULDER ped al. BOLTS 02617 Place freewheel control in "trans mis sion dis en ga
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ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER ✓CHECKLIST DECK (See Fig. 4) BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PER- The gauge wheels are de signed to keep the mower deck FORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY in proper position when operating mower. Be sure they PRODUCT. are properly adjusted to ensure optimum mower perfor- PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: mance. ✓ All assembly instructions have been com plet ed. Slide gauge wheel
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OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean- ing. FAST SLOW REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE IGNITIONSWITCH P ENGINESTART PARKINGBRAKE ENGINEOFF REVERSE ENGINEON PARKINGBRAKE PARKINGBRAKE OPERATION LOCKED UNLOCKED SYSTEM(ROS) OILPRESSURE BATTERY OVERTEMP FUEL REVERSE FORWARD MOWERHEIGHT MOWERLIFT LIGHT 15 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT SLOPEHAZARDS DANGER,KEEPHANDS KEEPAREACLEAR CLUTCHDISENGAGED CLUTCHENGAGED (SEESAFETYR
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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. AT TACHMENT IGNITION ROS "ON" POSITION CHOKE CLUTCH LEVER SWITCH CONTROL LIFT LEVER LIGHT SWITCH PLUNGER THROTTLE ATTACHMENT CONTROL LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB PARKING FREE WHEEL BRAKE CONTROL MOTION
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01971 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 op- erating your tractor or per forming an y adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or stan dard safety glasses. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR idle with the engine running, hot en gine exhaust gases may TO SET PARK
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OPERATION Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See “TO AD- REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) JUST MOWER CUT TING HEIGHT” in the Operation Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System sec tion of this manual). (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse Remove retainer spring and clevis pin which secure direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off each gauge wheel bar. the engine unless ignition key is placed in the ROS "ON" Lower ga
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OPERATION Raise attachment lift to highest position with at tach ment IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES lift control. BELOW32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE GAS O LINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER Pull freewheel control out and down into the slot and START ING. release so it is held in the disengaged position. Do not push or tow tractor at more than two (2) MPH. CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol To reengage transmission, reverse above
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OPERATION Slowly move motion control lever forward, after the tractor AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP moves approximately fi ve (5) feet, slowly move motion • Before driving the unit in cold weather, the trans mis sion control lever to reverse position. After the tractor moves should be warmed up as follows: approximately fi ve (5) feet return the motion control lever Be sure the tractor is on level ground. to the neutral (N) position. Repeat this procedure with Place the moti
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maint_sch-tractore.ROS.e MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCESCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and ROS Systems T R Check for Loose Fasteners 5 A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 3 C Lubrication Chart T Check Battery Level 4 0 Clean Battery and Terminals R Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) 1,2 Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) 1,2 E Clean Air Filt
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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 forming an y main- bent or damaged blades. te nance. BRAKE OPERATION CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade approved by the manufacturer of your If tractor requires more than fi ve (5) feet to stop at highest tractor. Using a blade not approved speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved by the manufacturer of your tractor is surface, then brake must
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MAINTENANCE Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground. The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fl uid main te - If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal nance is not required for the life of the transaxle. Should position. If either end of the blade moves downward, the transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced
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MAINTENANCE Unlock drain valve by pushing inward and turning MUFFLER coun ter clock wise. Inspect and replace corroded muffl er and spark arrester To open, pull out on the drain valve. (if equipped) as it could create a fi re hazard and/or dam- After oil has drained completely, close and lock the age. drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise until the pin is in the locked position as shown. SPARK PLUGS Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto to the
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST - MENTS: Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) 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
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 17 and 18) Raise mower to its highest position. At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height MANDREL from bot tom edge of mower to ground. Distance “A” on both sides of mower should be the same or within 1/4" of each other. "D" "D" If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one side of mower only. FIG. 19 To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link ad just ment nut on that side. BOTH FRONT LINKS
