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OWNER'S MANUAL
MODELNO.PC1538A
15HP38Inch
LawnTractor
• Assembly
• Operation
Customer Responsibilities
• Service and Adjustments
• Storage
• Troubleshooting
• Repair Parts
For Partsand Service,contactour authodzeddistributor, call 1-800-849-1297
For Technlcsi Assistance:call1-800-829-5886
181223 01.25.02 RH
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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SAFETY RULES A S'F OP"A"ONPRAC C S O. R,O -ON MOW.S & IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THR'OWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. I. GENERAL OPERATION • Avoidstartingorstoppingon aslope. Iftireslosetraction, Read, understand,and followall instructions inthe manual disengage the blades and proceed slowlystraightdown the slope. and on the machine before starting. • Only allow responsibl
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SAFETY RULES _lb Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers portant safety precautions. It means • Be sure the area is dear of other people before mowing. CAUTION!II BECOMEALERTIII YOUR Stop machine if anyone enters the area. Look for this symbol to point out im- SAFETY IS INVOLVED. • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. • Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Al- CAUTION: In order to prevent acciden- ways look down and behind before and while backing. tal s
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your pumhaseof a newtractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give GASOLINE CAPACITY 1.25 GALLONS you the best possible dependability and performance. AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service OILTYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) center/department. We have competent, well-trained tech- SAE 5W-30 (below32°F) n=c_ans and the proper tools to s
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS I Steering Wheel Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge F,=,=======,,,==I_ i (1) Lock Washer 1/2 Steering Wheel Insert Steering O Boot Steering (1) Bolt Extension i I I i Shaft Steering Wheel Adapter Keys 2) Keys (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 Slope Sheet (1) Lockwasher 3/8 (1) Large Flat Washer @ til iiil-iit-I-I-I-il-I-I-I-il (1) Locknut 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 5/16-18 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 wrench sizes are listed. _OC INSERT (2) 1/2" wrenches Pliers K WASHER (1) 9/16" wrench Tire pressuregauge (
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ASSEMBLY HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR CHECK BA'B'ERY (See Fig. 2) • Lift seat pan to raised position. • If this battery is put into service alter month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge battery foeminimum of one hourat 6-10 amps. (See "BATTERY" inCustomer Responsibilities,s_'tJon of this manual for charging inst--). SHOULDER BOLT SEAT PAN LABEL FLAT WASHER LOCK WASHERs, ADJUSTMENT BOLT FIG. 2 FIG. 3 INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjus_ne
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ASSEMBLY TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation /CHECKLIST section, page 10, for location and function of BEFORE YOU OPERA TEAND ENJO YYOUR NEW TRAC- controls) TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE • Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment liftlever to BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS its highest position. QUALITY PRODUCT. • Release parkingbrakebydepressingdutch[orake pedal. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: • Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. ,/ All asse
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OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BAI-rERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP '_ LIGHT t FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED R N H L ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS A'I'rACHMENT (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 illustrationswithyour tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. LIGHT SWITCH AI-rACHMENT IGNITION POSITION CLUTCH SWITCH LEVER THRO'FrLEJ ATTACHMENT CHOKE UFTLEVER CLUTCH/ BRAKE PEDAL o , MOWER DECK > HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT PosmoNs PARKING BRAKE GEARSHIFT LEVER RG. 4 Our tractors conform to the safety stand
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OPERATION IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR POSITION OTHER THAN "OFF"WILLCAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED, (DEAD). TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 5) NOTE: Under cerfain conditions when tractor is standing Your tractor is equipped withan operator presence sensing idle withthe engine running, hotengine exhaust gases may switch. When engine is running,any attempt bythe operator cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate this possibility, to leave the seat without
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OPERATION TO TRANSPORT TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 6) • Raise attachment liftto highestpositionwithattachment Your tractor isequipped with an operator presence sensing lift control. switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with • When pushingor towing your tractor, be sure gearshift the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine. lever is in neutral (N) position. • Select desired height of cut. • Do not push or tow tractor at more than five (5) MPH. • S
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OPERATION ADD GASOLINE COLD WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and below) • Fillfuel tank to bottom of fillerneck. Do not overfiU. Use When engine starts, allow engine to runwiththe throttle control in the choke position until the engine runs fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoUne witha minimum roughly, then move throttle controlto fast position. This of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase may require an engine warm-up period from several carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life).
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..1__e//,o _'o _/_o_ _/_* '*" ,.OA B AS YOU COMPLETE ./'_, "_/_,c_O_ REGULARSERVICE /_(_'_ERVICE DATES Check Operator Presence and T Interlock Systems _V' Check for Loose Fasteners _s Lubrication Chart If T Check Battery Leve_ Shmp_dReplace Mower Blades R Clean Battery and Terminals I_ Check Transaxle Cooling V' Check V-Belts I_ Check Engine Oil Level if I_ Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) t_t2 If E Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) • I_1._
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR MANDREL TRAILING ASSEMBLY Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- EDGE UP nancs, CENTER HOLE BRAKE OPERA.ON Iftractor requirosmore than six (6) feet stoppingdistance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" inthe Service andAdjustments section of this manual). LOCK WASHER STAR TIRES • Maintain proper airprossuroinalltiras (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS* section of this manual). (_ FLAT WASHER • Keep tiros f
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES BATTERY CLEAN AIR SCREEN Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi- Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the enginedamage from overheating. Clean witha wire brush or battery with an automotive charger will extend its life. compressed airto remove dirtand stubborndried gum fibers. • Keep battery and terminals clean. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 10 and 11) • Keep battery bolts tigh
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES SCREWS BLOWER COVER HOUSING KNOB _i_ SCREWS CARTRIDGE COVE _ NUT AiR SCREEN _ PAPER _L RLL TUBE FOAM J _ i CARTRIDGE ASSEMBLY PRE-CLEANER_ BASE FIG. 13 SPARK MUFFLER PLUG ENGINE COOUNG RNS Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if FIG. 12 equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUGS AIR FILTER (See Fig. 13) Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing Your engine will notrun propedy usinga dirtyairfilter. Clean season or
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignltlon 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 wlre where it cannot come in contact with plug. TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 15) TO INSTALL MOWER (
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING ° When distance =D"is 1/8"to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nuts "F* against trunnion on both front links. Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or To raisefront of mower, loosen nut"F" from trunnion on driveway. Make suretiresare propedy inflated (See"PROD- both front links. Tighten nut "E"on both front links an UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section ofthis manual). Iftiresare equal numbor of turns. The two front links must remain o
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Remove beltdownward from around engine pulley. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Remove belt R.H. SUSPENSION ARM upwards from transaxle pulley by deflecting belt keep- ers. "ENGINE MANDREL Remove beltfrom centerspan keeperand pullbelt away PULLEY from tractor. BELT INSTALLATION - • Carefully work new belt down between transaxle belt IDLER RETAINER keepers and onto the input pulley. SPRING • Slide pelt intothe center span keeper. • Pull belt toward front of tractor a
