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LT2223 A2
Operator's Manual
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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. • Disengage blades when not mowing. Shut off engine and wait for all parts to come to a complete stop before WARNING: In order to prevent ac- cleaning the machine, removing the grass catcher, or ci den tal starting when setting up, unclogging the d
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. CHILDREN GENERAL SERVICE Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to • Never operate machine in a closed area. • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the ma chine and the mowing activity. Never assume that is in safe working condition. • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper children will remain where you last saw them. • Kee
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS It has been designed, engineered and manu fac tured to give Gasoline Capacity 4 Gallons you the best possible dependability and performance. and type: Unleaded Regular Should you experience any problem you cannot easily rem- Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F/0°C) edy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/ SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F/0°C) department. We have com pe tent, well-trained tech ni ci
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Key(s) ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Stan dard wrench sizes are listed. (1) 1/2" wrench Tire pressure gauge (2) 7/16" wrenches Utility knife LABEL Pliers When right or left hand is mentioned in this man ual, it means when you are in the operating po si
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ASSEMBLY ✓CHECKLIST NOTE: You may now roll your tractor off the skid. Follow the instructions below to remove the tractor from the skid. BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PER- FORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY WARNING: Before start ing, read, un der stand and fol low PRODUCT. all in struc tions in the Op er a tion section of this man u al. Be sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOW
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OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. REVERSE HIGH LOW FAST SLOW NEUTRAL CHOKE IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE START REVERSE ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT ENGINE OFF OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) CLUTCH/BRAKE LIGHTS ON CRUISE CONTROL FUEL BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD PEDAL 15 15 ATTACHMENT DANGER, KEEP HANDS ATTACHMENT SLOPE HAZARDS KEEP AREA CLEAR CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED AND FEET AWAY (SEE SAF
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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. G H E P D B F K C J A L M Fig. 3 Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. (F) IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and stopping (A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to raise, lower, the
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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 op- erating 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. 00155 • Turn ignition key (F) to “STOP” position and remove key. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent un author ized use.
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OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10) TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 8) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with The position of the attachment lift lever (A) determines the the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will cutting height. shut off the engine. You must remain fully and centrally positioned in the seat to prevent the engine from hesitat- ing or cutting off when operating your
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OPERATION USING THE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM - TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATT ACH MENTS Only use if you are certain no children or other bystanders Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and will enter the mowing area. comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your trac- • Depress brake pedal all the way down. tor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with • With engine running, turn ignition key counterclock
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OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 3) PURGE TRANSMISSION When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine CAUTION: Never engage or disengage has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine. freewheel lever while the engine is run ning. • Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission en gaged position. To ensure proper operation and performance, it is rec om - • Sit on seat in operating position, depress brake pedal mend ed that
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OPERATION MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower hous ing is attached to tractor. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trim ming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the tractor. This will result in a more even dis tri bu tion of clippings an
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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 TRACTOR BLADE CARE Always observe safety rules when per form ing any For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Re place main te nance. bent or damaged blades. BRAKE OPERATION CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade ap- If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest proved by the manufacturer of your tractor. 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 TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 15) TRANSAXLE MAINTENANCE Determine temperature range expected before oil change. The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL. to assure proper cooling. • Be sure tractor is on level surface. Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is running or while the transmission is hot. To prevent pos - • Oil will drain more freely when warm. si ble damage to seals, do not use
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00667 MAINTENANCE IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 16) ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel To ensure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, filter becomes clogged, ob struct ing fuel flow to car bu re tor, cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are re place ment is re quired. kept clean at all times. • With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sec tions. Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely dust
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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. TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 17) TO INSTALL MOWER (See Figs. 18-22) • P
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO • ATTACH FRONT LINK (E) - Work from left side of trac- CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside tor. Insert rod end of link assembly through front hole of tractor chassis and secure with retainer spring. in tractor front suspension bracket (F). • Repeat on opposite side of tractor. • Insert end of link (E) into hole in front mower bracket (H) and secure with washer and retainer spring (J). A E B J F H Fig. 18 Fig.
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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. 25 & 26) VISUAL SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 23) IMPORTANT:
