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2007-12
Operator's
Manual O0702035
Ride Mower
2042 LS (CA)
96043004800
03002
Operator's Manual
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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. • Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, WARNING: In order to prevent ac- discharge guard, or other safety devices in place and ci den tal starting when setting up, working. trans port ing, ad just ing or making re- • Slow down befo
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. CHILDREN GENERAL SERVICE • Never operate machine in a closed area. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition. the ma chine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper • Ke
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Gasoline Capacity 2.5 Gallons • Read and observe the safety rules. and type: Unleaded Regular • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) and using your tractor. SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) • Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “Stor- Oil Capacity: w/ Filter: 64 oz age” sec tions of this own er’s manual. w/o Filter: 60 oz Spark Plug: Champion QC12YC (Gap: .040") WARNING
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Slope Sheet Key (1) Oil Drain Tube (2) Keys ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. When right or left hand is mentioned in this man ual, it means when you are in the operating po si tion (seated be hind the steer ing wheel). TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CAR TON UNPACK CARTON ADJUST SEAT (See Fig. 2) • Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons • Sit in seat. from carton. • Lift
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ASSEMBLY TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op- ✓CHECKLIST er a tion section for location and function of BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE con trols) WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PER- • Raise attachment lift lever to its highest po si tion. FORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY • Release parking brake by de press ing brake ped al. PRODUCT. • Place freewheel control in dis en gaged po si tion to dis- PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: en gage trans mis sion (See “T
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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 SLOW REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT ENGINE OFF REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) CLUTCH/BRAKE LIGHTS ON BATTERY CRUISE CONTROL FUEL REVERSE FORWARD PEDAL 15 15 ATTACHMENT DANGER, KEEP HANDS ATTACHMENT SLOPE HAZARDS KEEP AREA CLEAR CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED AND FEET AWAY (SEE SAFETY
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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. P D H G E N F B Q A K C J M L FIG. 3 Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. (A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to raise and lower (H) LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights o
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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 ad just ments or repairs. We rec om mend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. ENGINE - HOW TO USE YOUR TRAC TOR • Move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position. TO SET PARKING BRAKE(See Fig. 4) Your tractor is e
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OPERATION TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD The cutting height range is ap prox i mate ly 1" to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with (See Fig. 7) the engine not running. These heights are approximate The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of forward and reverse drive pedals. grass and types of grass being mowed. • Start tractor and release parking brake. • The average lawn should be cut to a
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OPERATION • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down CAUTION: Do not operate the mower hills. without either the en tire grass catcher, • Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills. on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield (S) in place. • If stopping is absolutely necessary, push brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake. • To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and brake pedal. • Slowly depress appropriate drive pedal to slowest set- S ti
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OPERATION SERVICE REMINDER/HOUR METER TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 3) Service reminder shows the total number of hours the engine When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run and flashes to indicate that the engine or mower has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move needs servicing. When service is required, the service fuel from the tank to the engine. reminder will flash for two hours. To service engine and • Be sure freewheel control is in the tra
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OPERATION PURGE TRANSMISSION MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing CAUTION: Never engage or disengage performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in freewheel lever while the engine is the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. run ning. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trim- ming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area To ensure proper operation and performance, it is rec om - that has been cut. Have the cut area to the righ
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maint_sch-tractore.ROS.e 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 Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) 1
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MAINTENANCE TRACTOR BLADE CARE Always observe safety rules when per form ing any main- For best results mower blades must be sharp. Re place te nance. worn, bent or damaged blades. BRAKE OPERATION CAUTION: Use only a replacement If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest blade approved by the manufacturer of speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved your tractor. Using a blade not approved surface, then brake must be serviced. (See “TO CHECK by the man
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MAINTENANCE BATTERY SAE VISCOSITY GRADES Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suf fi cient SAE 30 for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery 5W-30 with an automotive charger will extend its life. • Keep battery and terminals clean. F -20 0 30 32 40 60 80 100 C -30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 • Keep battery bolts tight. TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE • Keep small vent holes open. FIG. 14 • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. NOTE: The original eq
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MAINTENANCE IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 16) CLEAN AIR SCREEN The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent filter becomes clogged, ob struct ing fuel flow to car bu re tor, engine dam age from overheating. Clean with a wire brush re place ment is re quired. or compressed air to re move dirt and stubborn dried gum • With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sec- fibers. tions. • Place new fuel filter in
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST - MENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • 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 ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fi
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • ATTACH FRONT LINK (E) - Work from left side of trac- tor. Insert rod end of link assembly through front hole in tractor front suspension bracket (F). A • Insert end of link (E) into hole in front mower bracket and secure with washer and retainer spring (J). E B FIG. 18 • ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS (C) - Lift rear corner of J mower and position slot in link assembly over pin (D) F on rear mower bracket and secure with washer and retainer spring. H FIG. 20 • Install belt
