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IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away
03076
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
WARNING:
MODEL:
Read this Man u al and follow all Warnings
and Safety Instructions. Fail ure to do so can
re sult in serious in ju ry.
PB22H54BF
LAWN TRACTOR
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION
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425858 12-01-08 BAD 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- • Never leave a running machine unattended. Always ci den tal starting when setting up, turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and trans port ing, ad just ing or making re- remo
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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 • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equip- ment is in safe working condition. to 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 • Keep chi
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and observe the safety rules. Gasoline Capacity 4 Gallons and type: Unleaded Regular • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tractor. Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) • Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “Stor age” sec tions of this own er’s manual. Oil Capacity: w/Filter: 64 oz w/o Filter: 60 oz Spark Plug: Champion QC12YC (Gap: .040") WARNING: T
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Mower Mower Front Wheel (5) Large Retainer Springs - 7/16 (1) 3/4 O.D. Washers (1) Wheel (1) 1-1/4 O.D. Washer (2) Smaller Retainer Springs - 5/16 (5) 1-3/16 O.D. Washers (1) Locknut (1) Shoulder Bolt 3/8-16 (1) Anti-Sway Bar Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Keys (1) Front Link Assembly (2) Rear Lift Link Assemblies (2) Keys ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes.
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ASSEMBLY ADJUST SEAT (See Fig. 2) ASSEMBLE FRONT WHEEL TO • Sit in seat. MOWER (See Fig. 3) • Lift up adjustment lever (A) and slide seat until a • Using shoulder bolt, washer and locknut from parts comfortable position is reached which allows you bag, as sem ble front wheel to mower as shown. to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down. Tighten securely. • Release lever to lock seat in position. A FIG. 2 NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the ap pro pri
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ASSEMBLY D 02996 A FIG. 7 FIG. 5 • ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside of tractor chassis and secure with washer NOTE: Be sure mower side suspension arms (A) are and retainer spring. pointing forward before sliding mower under tractor. • Repeat on opposite side of tractor. • Slide mower under tractor until it is centered under tractor. • FIRST INSTALL ANTI-SWAY BAR (S). - From right side of mower, insert anti-sway bar into hole
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ASSEMBLY L B M K F A E H S C D FIG. 10 • Turn steering wheel to position wheels straight forward. • ATTACH FRONT LINK (E) - Work from left side of M tractor. Insert rod end of link assembly through front hole in tractor front suspension bracket (F) and secure with7/16 retainer spring (G) through hole in link located behind the bracket. • Insert other end of link (E) into hole in front mower bracket (H) and secure with washer and 5/16 retainer spring (J). FIG. 12 E H J • Engage belt tensio
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ASSEMBLY ✓CHECKLIST CHECK TIRE PRESSURE BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the fac- WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST tory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS important for best cutting performance. QUALITY PRODUCT. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown on tires. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: CHECK DECK LEVELNESS ✓ All assembly instructions have been com plet ed. For best
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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 SA
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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. G E P D H K L N B J F C A M FIG. 13 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. • T urn ignition key (F) to “STOP” position and remove HOW TO USE YOUR TRAC TOR key. Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent un au tho rized u
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OPERATION • The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and bet- J ter looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. • For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively high; the second to de sired height. TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 19) K Gauge wheels are prop er ly ad just ed when they are slight ly off the ground when
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OPERATION • To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and brake pedal. • Slowly depress appropriate drive pedal to slowest set ting. S • Make all turns slowly. TO TRANSPORT (See Figs. 13 and 21) When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to dis- engage transmission by placing freewheel control in free wheel ing po si tion. Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar of tractor. FIG. 20 • Raise attachment lift to highest position with at- tach ment lift control. REVERSE OP
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OPERATION NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE procedures below. • Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL “START” position and release key as soon as engine The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than factory, already filled with sum mer weight oil. fifteen sec onds per minute. If the engine does not start after several attempts, push choke contro
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OPERATION MOWING TIPS PURGE TRANSMISSION • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” CAUTION: Never engage or disengage in the Service and Adjustments section of this freewheel lever while the engine is manual. run ning. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trim ming. To ensure proper operation and performance, it is • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area rec om mend ed that the transmission be purged before
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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 BLADE CARE TRACTOR For best results mower blades must be sharp. Re place Always observe safety rules when per form ing any worn, bent or damaged blades. main te nance. CAUTION: Use only a replacement BRAKE OPERATION blade approved by the manufacturer of If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at your tractor. Using a blade not approved highest speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete by the manufacturer of your tractor is or paved surface, then brake must
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MAINTENANCE • Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 24 and 25) • Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire Determine temperature range expected before oil brush until bright. change. All oil must meet API service classification • Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly. SG-SL. • Reinstall battery (See “REPLACING BATTERY" in • Be sure tractor is on level surface. the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this • Oil will drain more freely when
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MAINTENANCE DECK WASHOUT PORT (See Fig. 27) CLEAN AIR SCREEN Your tractor’s deck is equipped with a washout port on Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent its surface as part of its deck wash system. It should be engine dam age from overheating. Clean with a wire utilized after each use. brush or compressed air to re move dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. 1. Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your lawn, near enough to a water spigot for your garden hose to
