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ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembied for shipping purpose& 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 STEERING WHEEL A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard INSERT wrench sizes are listed. HEX LOCKNUT 3/4" Socket w/drive ratchet (2) 7/16" wrenches (
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LY HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob_ CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 2) ° Remove cardboard packing on seat pan. CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- o Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder boll nals by allowing a wrench or any other ° Assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely. object to contact both terminals at the Do not tighten. same time. Before cormecting battery, Tighten shoulder bolt securely remove metal bracelets,
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LY , r_ INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 4 and HOOK POINT_ WELD NUT DOWN 5) • Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown. NOTE; Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting LOCK weld nut from the top with hook pointing down. WELD WASHER , Tighten hardware securely. NUT • Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position. SCREW ° Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck LATCH_ opening and slide into place, as shown. HOOK _"_
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ASSEMBLY ,/CHECKLIS T ASSEt!f_BLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER DECt< (See Fig, 6) BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE The gauge wheels are designed to keep the mower deck in THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SA TISFAC TION FROM proper position when operating mower. Be sure they are THIS QUALITY PRODUCT properly adjusted to ensure optimum mower performance. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CWECKLIST • Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO AD- ,/ All assembly ins
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OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the produeL Learn and understand their meaning. ÷ BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED FUEL LOCK LOCKED L HIGH LOW REVERSE NEUTRAL PARKING BRAKE ÷ ATTACHMENT IGNITION MOWERLI_ ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY (Hydro Mo
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OPERATmON KN© ,i JYOUR TRACTOR RE,_[_ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATUNG 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 SWITCH SWITCH AMMETER I'HRO'I-rLE/CHOI(E LIFT LEVER CONTROL PLUNGER \ ATTACHMENI" !VER CLUTCH/ BRAKE PEDAL ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB GEARSHIFT LEVER PARKING BRAKE FIG. 7 Our tractors conform to the
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OPERATaON ! The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can I resultinsevereeyedamage. Alwayawearsafetyglassesoreyeshieldswhileoperatingyour | tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask | over the spectacles or standard safety glasses, ............. I{ HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR _"---_UTION: Always stop tractor com_ TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 8) _ pletely, as described above, before leav- _ ing the operator
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OPERATION TO TRANSPORT TO OPERATE IVIOWER (See Fig. 9) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing o Raise attachment lift to highest position with attach- switch_ Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with ment lift control., the engine runningand the attachment clutch engaged wil! • When pushing ortowing yourtractor, be sure gearshift shut off the engine. lever is in neutral (N) position, o Select desired height of cut. . Do not push or tow tractor at more than five (5)
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OPERATION o If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 7) reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip- When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine pings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move desired heighL fuel from the tank to the engine. o Do not mow grass when it is weL Wet grass will plug • Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake mower an
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES AS YOU COMPLETE REGU ........ LAR SERVICE ................ /_.,Y_j_ SERVIC e DATES CheckBrakeOperation _ 6# # CheckTire Pleseure 6## _ T Checkfor LooseFasteners _/; Sharpen/Replace MowerBlades LubricationChart c CheckBatteryLevel/Recharge o Q/ CleanBatteryandTerminals R CheckTransaxleCooling v' v'o Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension AdjustMotionDriveBelt(s)Tension Check EngineOil Level ChangeEngineOil CleanAir Filter E CleanAir Screen InspectMuffledSparkArrester ReplaceOil Fi
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CUSTOMER RESPONS BIL TUES NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade- but if you TRACTOR do, be sure the blade is balance& Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance. TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 13) Care should be taken to keep the blade balance& An BRAKE OPERATION unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even- If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance tual damage to mower and engine_ at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjuste& • The
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CUSTOMER RESPONS BmLITIES t=l=l=l,l,i i V-BELTS TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 14 and 15) Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after t00 hours of Determine temperature range expected before oil change_ All oil must meet API service classification SF, SG, or SH_ operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. o Be sure tractor is on level surface. = Oil will drain more freely when warm_ TRANSAXLE COOLING • Catch oil in a suitab
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r i i,. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILUTmES CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 15) CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, engine damage from overheating_ Clean with a wire brush cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum kept clean at all times. fibers. Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely dusty, dirty conditions), remo
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i .... i .... CUSTOM RESPONSIBILITIES ENGINE OIL FILTER (See Fig. 16) IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 17) Replace the engine oilfilter every season or every other oil The fuel filter should be replaced once each seasen_ If fuel change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, replacement is required. year, ° Drain oil from engine crankcase (See "TO CHANGE o With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections. ENGINE OIL"
