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IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away
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.
PB2042YT
LAWN TRACTOR
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION
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430097 Rev. 1 08.19.09 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. • 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. port ing, ad just ing
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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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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS It has been designed, engineered and manu fac tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Gasoline Capacity 2.50 Gallons and Type: Unleaded Regular Should you experience any problem you cannot easily rem- Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 10W30 (above 32°F) edy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/ SAE 5W30 (below 32°F) department. We have com pe tent, well-trained tech ni cians a
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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 exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY LABEL A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Stan dard wrench sizes are listed. (1) 1/2" wrench Tire pressure gauge (2) 7/16" wrenches Utility knife Pliers When right or left hand is mentioned in this man ual, it means when you are in the operating po si tion (sea
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ASSEMBLY NOTE: You may now roll your tractor off the skid. Follow the instructions below to remove the tractor from the skid. ✓CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE WARNING: Before start ing, read, un der stand and fol low WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST all in struc tions in the Op er a tion section of this man u al. Be PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in QUALITY PRODUCT. front of tractor is clear
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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 P ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE ENGINE OFF REVERSE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE OPERATION LOCKED UNLOCKED SYSTEM (ROS) FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD OVER TEMP MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT LIGHT 15 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT SLOPE HAZARDS CLUTCH ENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS KEEP AREA CLEAR CLUTCH DI
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OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS 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 H D E B F C A J Fig. 4 Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. (A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to raise and lower (F) IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and stopping the mow
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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 adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vision safety mask over spec- tacles or stan dard safety glasses. IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR POSITION OTHER THAN "OFF" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DIS CHARGED (DEAD). TO SET PARK
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OPERATION TO ADJUST MOWER CUT TING HEIGHT REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) (See Fig. 9) Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse The po si tion of the at tach ment lift le ver (A) de ter mines the direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the cut ting height. engine unless ignition key is placed in the ROS "ON" position. W ARNING: Backing up with the attachment clutch en- gaged while mowing is strongl
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OPERATION WARM WEATHER STARTING (50°F/10°C and above) BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE • When engine starts, move the throttle control to the CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL fast position. • The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine factory, already filled with sum mer weight oil. and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke • Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.
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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 V-BELTS OIL DRAIN VALVE Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not ad just able. Re place belts if they begin to slip from wear. CLOSED AND TRANSAXLE MAINTENANCE LOCKED Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which POSITION can restrict cooling. DRAIN TUBE Do not attempt to clean transaxle while engine is running or while the transaxle is hot. To prevent pos si ble damage to seals, do not use
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00667 MAINTENANCE 7. Move the tractor’s attachment clutch control to the “EN- IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 15) GAGED” position. Remain in the operator’s position with The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel the cutting deck engaged until the deck is cleaned. filter becomes clogged, ob struct ing fuel flow to car bu re tor, 8. Move the tractor’s attachment clutch control to the re place ment is re quired. “DIS EN GAGED” position. Turn the ignition key to the • With e
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SE RI OUS IN JU RY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place gearshift lever in neutral position. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Turn ignition key to “STOP” and remove key. • Ensure 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 ATTAC
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • Insert end of link (E) into hole in front mower bracket • ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO and secure with washer and retainer spring (J). CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside of tractor chassis and secure with retainer spring. E • Repeat on opposite side of tractor. A J F H B Fig. 21 • Hook end of clutch cable spring (Q) into hole in idler arm (R). Fig. 19 • Push clutch cable housing guide (P) into bracket, slide • ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • If adjustment is necessary, see step in Visual Adjust- TO LEVEL MOWER ment instructions above. Make sure tires are properly inflated to the PSI shown on • Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until both tires. If tires are over or under inflated, it may affect the sides are equal. appearance of your lawn and lead you to think the mower is not adjusted properly. FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 26 & 27) VISUAL SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 24) IMPORTANT:
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION BELT DRIVE TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 29) (See Fig. 28) Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. For as sis tance, there is a belt installation guide decal on Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. bottom side of left footrest. BELT REMOVAL BELT REMOVAL • Remove mower from tractor (See “TO REMOVE • Remove mower (See “TO RE MOVE M
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEU TRAL- axle groove. ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 30) • Replace axle cover. The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (lock gate) position. The adjustment NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to is preset at the factory; however, if adjustment is needed, slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local proceed as follows: parts
