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IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away
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WARNING:
Read this Owner's Manual and fol low all
OWNER'S MANUAL
Warnings and Safety In struc tions. Failure
to do so can result in serious injury.
MODEL:
PR20H42STA
LAWN TRACTOR
Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation 173411 Rev. 1 08.28.03 TR/rad
Printed in U.S.A.
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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. Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose trac- I. GENERAL OPERATION tion, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the down the slope. manual and on the machine before
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SAFETY RULES SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci - den tal starting when setting up, trans- Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. port ing, ad just ing or making repairs, alwa ys dis con nect spark plug wire Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Al ways and place wire where it can not contact look
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Gasoline Capacity 2.0 Gallons Read and observe the safety rules. and Type: Unleaded Regular Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for Oil Type(API-SF-SJ): 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: 3.5 Pints age” sec tions of this own er’s manual. W/O Filter: 3.0 Pints Spark Plug: Champion RJ19LM WARNI
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Seat Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Steering Extension Shaft (1) Knob (1) Hex Bolt (1) Shoulder Steering 3/8-16 x 1 Bolt 5/16-18 Sleeve Steering Adapter Slope Sheet (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Lock washer 3/8 (2) Keys (1) Locknut 5/16-18 (2) Mulch Blades (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 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 A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard INSERT wrench sizes are listed. (1) 3/4" Socket w/drive ratchet Utility knife 3/8 HEX BOLT (1) 9/16" wr
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ASSEMBLY TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation SEAT PAN section, page 10, for location and function of controls) • Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to LABEL its highest position. BATTERY BOX DOOR • Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal. • Place freewheel control in freewheeling position to TERMINAL disengage transmission (See “TO TRANSPORT” in the TERMINAL Operation section of this manual). • Roll tractor forward off skid. • Remove banding holding disch
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ASSEMBLY CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL TO INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Fig. 4) BELTS NOTE: If you installed the mulching blades you will need to install the mulcher plate. See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments • Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position. section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed • Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck correctly. opening and slide into place, as sho
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OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT LOCKED P ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED 15° 15° 15° KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS ATTACHMENT (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) CLUTCH DISENGAGED IGNITION FREE WHEEL DANG
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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 adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. LIGHT IGNITION ATTACHMENT SWITCH SWITCH CLUTCH LEVER AMMETER POSITION CHOKE CONTROL LIFT LEVER PLUNGER THROTTLE CONTROL ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB PARKING BRAKE MOTION FREE WHEEL CONTROL CONTROL LEVE
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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 damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR POSITION OTHER THAN "OFF" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED, (DEAD). TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See
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OPERATION TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 7) TO OPERATE ON HILLS Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15° and do not operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in drive across any slope. proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down • Adjust gauge wheels with tra
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OPERATION • Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE “START” position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 15) fifteen seconds per minute. If the engine does not start • The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the after several attempts, move throttle control to fast factory, already filled with summer weight oil. position, wait a few minutes and try again. If engin
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OPERATION • Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to slow position. With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal. • Move motion control lever to full forward position and hold for five (5) seconds. Move lever to full reverse position and hold for five (5) seconds. Repeat this procedure three (3) times. NOTE: During this procedure there will be no movement of drive wheels. The air is being removed f
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems T R Check for Loose Fasteners 7 A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 4 C Lubrication Chart T Check Battery Level 6 0 Clean Battery and Terminals R Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension 5 Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension 5 Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil 1 1,2,3 Clean Air Filter 2 E C
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR MANDREL TRAILING ASSEMBLY EDGE UP Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- BLADE nance. CENTER HOLE BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). LOCK WASHER STAR TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual). FLAT WASHER •
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES SAE VISCOSITY GRADES BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi- SAE 30 cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the 5W-30 battery with an automotive charger will extend its life. °F -20° 0° 30° 32° 40° 60° 80° 100° • Keep battery and terminals clean. °C -20° 0° 10° -30° -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
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS • Reinstall cartridge plate, wing nuts, precleaner, cover and secure with knob(s). To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are IMPORTANT: PETROLEUM SOLVENTS, SUCH AS kept clean at all times. KEROSENE, ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN THE CARTRIDGE. THEY MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION OF Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely THE CARTRIDGE. DO NOT OIL CARTRIDGE.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • 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 “OFF” 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. TO INSTALL MOWER (See Fig. 18) TRACTOR •
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 19 and 20) • To raise front of mower, loosen nut “F” from trunnion on both front links. Tighten nut “E” on both front links an • Raise mower to its highest position. equal number of turns. • At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height • When distance “D” is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, from bottom edge of mower to ground. Distance “A” on both sides of mower should be the same or within 1/4" tighten nut “F” against
