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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.
PXT12530
LAWN TRACTOR
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION
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429078 06.08.09 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. • 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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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS has been designed, engineered and manu fac tured to give Gasoline Capacity 1.5 Gallons you the best possible dependability and performance. And Type: Unleaded Regular Should you experience any problem you cannot easily rem- edy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/ Oil Type (API: SF-SJ): SAE 30 (Above 32°F) department. We have com pe tent, well-trained tech ni cians SAE 5W-30 (Below 32°F) an
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel (1) Lock Washer Steering (1) Large Wheel Insert Flat Washer Steering Wheel (1) Hex Bolt Steering Steering Wheel Extension Adapter Shaft Steering Boot Seat (1) Washer (1) Knob (1) Seat Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Key(s) 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. TO INSTALL STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 2) TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Stan dard wrench sizes are listed. •
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ASSEMBLY INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) CHECK TIRE PRESSURE Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important • Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing for best cutting performance. seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown on tires. of seat to tractor. • Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard pack- CHECK DECK LEVELNESS i
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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 REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT ENGINE OFF OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) CLUTCH/BRAKE LIGHTS ON FUEL BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD CRUISE CONTROL PEDAL 15 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT DANGER, KEEP HANDS KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED AND FEET AWAY (SEE SAFET
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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. E G D B F A C J Fig. 4 Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. (A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to raise, lower, (E) ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used to engage the and adju
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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 spectacles or stan dard safety glasses. ENGINE - HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR • Move throttle control (D) between half and full speed TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 5) (fast) position. Your tractor is equip
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OPERATION TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) (See Fig. 8) (See Fig. 11) The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System gearshift lever (J). (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine unless ignition key is placed in the ROS "ON" position. J W ARNING: Backing up with the attachment clutch en- gaged while mowing is
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OPERATION TO STOP MOWER BLADES BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE • Disengage at tach ment clutch con trol. CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the CAUTION: Do not operate the mower factory, already filled with sum mer weight oil. without either the en tire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield • Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. (S) in place (See Fig. 10). • Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the dip
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OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 4) MOWING TIPS When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move per for mance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in fuel from the tank to the engine. the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake • The left hand side of mower should be used for trim- ming. pedal and set parkin
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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 Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) 1,2 1,2 Change Engine Oil
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MAINTENANCE BLADE CARE TRACTOR For best results, mower blade must be kept sharp. Re place Always observe safety rules when per form ing any bent or damaged blade. 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 NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) BATTERY improve starting in cold weather, they will result in increased Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suf fi cient oil consumption when used above 32°F . Check your engine for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage with an automotive charger will extend its life. from running low on oil. • Keep battery and terminals clean. Chan
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00667 MAINTENANCE ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM (See Fig. 17) IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 18) Debris may clog the engine's air cooling system. Remove The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel blower housing and clean the area shown to prevent over- filter becomes clogged, ob struct ing fuel flow to car bu re tor, heating and engine damage. re place ment is re quired. • With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sec tions. AIR SCREEN • Place new fuel filter in position in
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST MENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Turn ignition 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 wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. IMPORTANT: IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO • Insert end of link (E) into hole in front mower bracket CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside and secure with washer and retainer spring (J). of tractor chassis and secure with retainer spring. • Hook end of clutch cable spring (Q) into hole in idler • Repeat on opposite side of tractor. arm (R). E A J F B H Fig. 20 Fig. 22 • ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS (C) - Lift rear corner of • Push clutch cable housing guide
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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. 27 & 28) VISUAL SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 25) IMPORTANT:
