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OWNER'S MANUAL
MODEL NO. HD125386
Lawn Tractor
Assembly
Operation
9 Customer Responsibilities
9 Service and Adjustments
@ Storage
Troubleshooting
Repair Parts
For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1 297
For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886
165412 04.24.98 RD
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers a . 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. I. GENERAL OPERATION III. CHILDREN Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual ~~~~i~ accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to and on the machine before starting. the presence of children. Children are often attract
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a New Trac- PRODUCT SPEClFlCMlONS tor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and perfor- mance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily UNLEADED remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/Department. We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this SAE 30 (above 32°F) tractor. SAE 5W-30 (below Please read and retain this
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 14 ...................................... PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 3 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................ 19-24 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ...................... 3, 14-18 STORAGE .................................... L ............................. 25 WARRANTY .................................................................. 4
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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK (1 ) Large Flat Washer (1) Lockwasher 318 (1) Locknut 511 6-1 8 (2) Hex Nuts 1/4-20
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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 INSERT A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Stan- dard wrench sizes are listed. 318 HEX BOLT (1) 9/16" wrench (1) 314" wrench 1 318 LOCK (2)
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ASSEMBLY WOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR CONNECT BATTERY (See Figs. 2 and 3) SEAT PAN BATTERY BOX DOOR Positive terminal must be connected sparking from acci- I I * Remove cardboard packing from seat pan and lift FIG. 3 seat pan to raised position. - Open battery box door. INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 4) Remove terminal protective caps and discard. Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt. If this battery is put into service after month and year Remove cardboard packing on seat pan.
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ASSEMBLY CHECK TIRE PRESSURE J CHECKLIST The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RE- for best cutting performance. CEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFAC- Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT TION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST J All assembly instruc
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These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean- ing. BAlTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED RNHL 8 8I AlTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED KEEP AREA CLEAR ATTACH M ENT SLOPE HAZARDS IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) FREE WHEEL.
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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. i LIGHT SWITCH PQSITIIQN I LEVER I FIG. 5 Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the GEARSHIFT LEVER: Selects the speed and direction
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-- - OPERATION HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 6) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off TO USE THROTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 6) the engine. Always operate engine at full throttle. * Depress clutchlbrake pedal into full "BRAKE position * Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the bat- and hold. tery c
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TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 7) To restart movement, slowly release parking brake Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens- and clutchlbrake pedal. ing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat * Make all turns slowly. with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine. TO TRANSPORT Select desired height of cut. Raise attachment liR to highest position with attachment lift control. Start mower blades by engaging attachment clut
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OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 6) MOWING TIPS * Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine attached to tractor. has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move * Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing perfor- fuel from the tank to the engine. mance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutchlbrake Service and Adjustments section of this manual
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBIL NANCE SCHEDULE I I Check Brake Operation 1 I I I I 1 I I I I 1 SharpenIReplace Mower Blades d4 - Lubrication Chart 4 d Check Battery Level Clean Battery and TerminalsIRecharge ( Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt@) Tension Check Engine Oil Level Chanae Enaine Oil / Clean Air Filter Clean Air Screen Inspect MufflerISpark Arrester I Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) Clean Engine Cooling Fins Replace Spark Plug Replac
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CUSTOMER RESPONS TRACTOR MANDREL Always observe safety rules when performing any main- TRAILING EDGE ASSEMBLY tenance. I STAR \ BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjust- ed. (See 'TO ADJUST BRAKE in the Service and Adjust- ments section of this manual). TIRES LOCK Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See "PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual). Keep tires free of gasolin
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES BArrERY NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi- will result in increased oil consumption when used above cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the 32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to battery with an automotive charger will extend its life. avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil. Keep
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIB AIR FILTER (See Fig. 13) CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 14) Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent Glean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of opera- engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn tion or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs dried gum fib&s. first. ENGIN
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard andlor dam- age. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this man- ual. FIG. 15 ~ IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 15) The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Depress clutchbrake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place gearshift 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. ct spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 16) Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of trac- tor. RETAINER SPRING Place attachm
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT,(See Figs. 19 and 20) TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING -- - DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF IMPORTANT: Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT 1s NEc- or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See ESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS "'PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manu- EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. al). If tires are over or underinflated, Y
