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D25K48YT
Operator's Manual
435068 02.10.10 AP Printed in the U.S.A.
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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. • Slow down before turning. WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci den tal • Never leave a running machine unattended. Always starting when setting up, trans port ing, turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and ad just ing or making repairs,
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to GENERAL SERVICE the presence of children. Children are often attracted to • Never operate machine in a closed area. the ma chine and the mowing activity. Never assume that • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment children will remain where you last saw them. is in safe working condition. • Keep children out of the mowing area and in the watchful
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and observe the safety rules. Gasoline Capacity 3 Gallons • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and type: Unleaded Regular and using your tractor. Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 10W30 (above 32°F) • Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “Stor- SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) age” sec tions of this manual. Oil Capacity: 64 oz Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC (Gap: .030") WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an inter
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Mower Mower Front Wheel (5) Large Retainer (1) 3/4 O.D. Washers Springs - 7/16 (1) Wheel (1) 1-1/4 O.D. Washer (2) Smaller Retainer (1) Locknut Springs - 5/16 (1) Shoulder Bolt (5) 1-3/16 O.D. Washers 3/8-16 Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Keys (1) Anti-Sway Bar (2) Rear Lift Link Assemblies (2) Keys 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 ensure proper tightness. ADJUST SEAT (See Fig. 2) TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY • Sit in seat. A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Stan dard • Lift up adjustment lever (A) and slide seat until a com- w
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ASSEMBLY 4. SLIDE MOWER UNDER TRACTOR (See Fig. 8) • Bring belt forward and check belt for proper routing in LIFT all mower pulley grooves. LEVER NOTE: Be sure mower side suspension arms (A) are point- ing forward before sliding mower under tractor. • Slide mower under tractor until it is centered under tractor. Fig. 4 2. ASSEMBLE FRONT GAUGE WHEEL (W) TO FRONT Q OF MOWER (See Fig. 5) H. FRONT MOWER W H BRACKET W. FRONT GAUGE WHEEL X. SHOULDER X BOLT Y. 1-1/4 O.D. A. MOWER SIDE WASHER Y
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ASSEMBLY 7. ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS (C) (See Fig. 13) ANTI-SWAY BAR TRANSAXLE • Insert rod end of rear lift link (C) into hole (U) in tractor lift (S) LOCATION BRACKET (T) shaft suspension arm and pivot link down to mower. LOCATED • Lift rear corner of mower and position slot in link as- BETWEEN REAR TIRES sembly over pin on rear mower bracket (D) and secure with large washer and large retainer spring. • Repeat on opposite side of tractor. U C S C. REAR LIFT LINK(S) D. RIGHT SIDE REAR MOWE
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ASSEMBLY 9 INSTALL BELT ON ENGINE CLUTCH PULLEY (M) (See Fig. 7 & 15) ✓CHECKLIST • Disengage belt tension rod (K) from locking bracket (L). BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE • Install belt onto engine clutch pulley (M). WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. M PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ✓ All assembly instructions have been com plet ed. ✓ No remaining loose parts in carton. ✓ Battery is properly prepared and charg
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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 SAF
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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 Z E D C H J B K G N A F M L Fig. 16 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
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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. NOTE: Failure to move throttle control between half and full HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR speed (fast) position, before stop ping may cause engine TO SET PARK
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OPERATION TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 22) Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in K operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in prop- er position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. NOTE:Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. J • Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See “TO AD- L JUST MOWER CUT TING HEIGHT” in the Operation sec tion of this manual). • With
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OPERATION • Do not push or tow tractor at more than two (2) MPH. REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) • To reengage transmission, reverse above procedure. Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed the engine unless ignition key is placed in the ROS "ON
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OPERATION AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or • Before driving the unit in cold weather, the trans mis sion fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline should be warmed up as follows: near an open flame. • Be sure the tractor is on level ground. • Release the parking brake and let the brake slowly IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES BELOW return to operating po si tion. 32°F (0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE GAS O LINE TO HELP ENSURE GOOD COLD WEAT
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OPERATION MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower hous ing is attached to tractor. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trim ming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the tractor. This will result in a more even dis tri bu tion of clippings an
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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 Clean Debris Off Steering Plate 5 Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil
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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 form ing any bent or damaged blades. main te nance. CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade ap- BRAKE OPERATION proved by the manufacturer of your tractor. If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest Using a blade not approved by the manu- speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved facturer of your tractor is hazardous, could surface
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MAINTENANCE OIL DRAIN VALVE V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours CLOSED of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not AND ad just able. Re place belts if they begin to slip from wear. LOCKED POSITION TRANSAXLE MAINTENANCE DRAIN The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean YEL LOW CAP TUBE to assure proper cooling. Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine Fig. 29 is running or while the transmission is hot. To prevent p
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00667 MAINTENANCE IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 30) DECK WASHOUT PORT (See Fig. 32) The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel Your tractor’s deck is equipped with a washout port on filter becomes clogged, ob struct ing fuel flow to car bu re tor, its surface as part of its deck wash system. It should be re place ment is re quired. utilized after each use. 1. Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your lawn, near • With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line s
