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This Instruction Book Contains Information
For Several Models. Read And Keep This Book For
Future Reference. This Book Contains Important Information On:
SAFETY, ASSEMBLY, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE.
PRODUCT INFORMATION
The owner must be certain that all the product information is included with this unit.
This information includes the INSTRUCTION BOOKS, the REPLACEMENT PARTS
and the WARRANTIES. This information must be included to make
sure state laws and other laws are followed.
Model
309001x1
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TABLE OF CONTENTS OPERATING TIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 MOWING AND BAGGING TIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 SAFETY RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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OWNER’S INFORMATION This instruction book is for several different models. The instructions are written for a person with some mechanical ability. Like most ser- vice books, not all the steps are described. Steps on how to loosen or tighten fasteners are steps anyone can follow with some mechanical Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and ability. Read and follow these instructions before you use the unit. certain vehicle components contain or emit Know your product: If you understand the u
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OWNER’S INFORMATION b. Limit loads to those you can safely control. c. Do not turn sharply. Use care when backing. d. Use counterweights or wheel weights when suggested in the Instruction Book. 19. Do not operate this machine if you are taking drugs or other medication which can cause drowsiness or affect your ability to operate this machine. 20. Do not use this machine if you are mentally or physically unable to operate this machine safely. 21. Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and
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SAFE MOWING GUIDE Each person that operates power controls and how they work. In an equipment must learn to use correct and emergency, how fast you can stop the safe mowing procedures. To help you blade is important. Learn how to control learn, carefully read the following the mower at all times. pages. Most of the time the operator was Many engines are started by hand. When not correctly shown or did not read the you use a pull start or rope start, place instructions on the unit or in the Instr
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SAFE MOWING GUIDE mower was completely assembled at the of the mower. Stop the engine. Let the When you mow, remember that children store, you must still check the mower engine and transmission cool before are attracted to the mower. Always use according to the assembly instructions. servicing the mower. Remember, exhaust caution when mowing around obstacles Make sure the mower is correctly fumes are dangerous. Never operate the like trees or shrubs or when moving assembled and that all fastener
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SAFE MOWING GUIDE Also, the grass bagger will function better feel new or excessive vibration, a blade that is not sharp or at a slow when the engine is operating at maximum immediately stop the engine and check for engine speed you can damage the grass. speed. On slopes, decrease the ground the problem. Vibration can be a warning of Move the throttle control to the FAST speed and use care making sure the a problem. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws position when mowing and using the grass mower f
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STEPS TO FOLLOW BEFORE MOWING Be sure to dress correctly. Wear hard shoes, not sandals or tennis shoes. Examine the blade. A blade that is bent, cracked, or damaged must be replaced with a factory replacement blade. Fill the fuel tank outside. Clean off spilled fuel. Read and follow the Owner’s Manual, the instructions with the engine, and the instructions with any attachments. Owner’s Manual instructions are for your safety and the safety of others. Exhaust fumes are dangerous. Start
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INTERNATIONAL PICTORIALS INTERNATIONAL PICTORIALS IMPORTANT: Some of the following pic- 5 Flush Eyes Immediately With Water. 10 DANGER: No Step. torials are located on your unit or on Get Medical Help Fast. 11 DANGER: Keep Feet And Hands literature supplied with the product. Be- Away From Rotating Blade. 6 IMPORTANT: Read Owner’s Manual fore you operate the unit, learn and un- Before Operating This Machine. 12 DANGER: Keep Hands Away From derstand the purpose for each pictorial. Rotating Blade.
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ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY WARNING: Before doing any assembly or mainte- Read and follow the assembly and adjustment instructions for your nance to the mower, remove the wire from the spark mower. All fasteners are in the parts bag. Do not discard any parts plug. or material until the unit is assembled. NOTE: In this instruction book, left and right describe the loca- tion of a part with the operator on the seat. PARTS BAG – CONTENTS The fasteners and other loose parts are shown below. The fasteners are
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ASSEMBLY 4. Check the operating position of the seat. If the seat needs to HOW TO INSTALL THE SEAT be adjusted, loosen the two wing bolts (A). Slide the seat for- Use the fasteners shown below to install the seat. The fasteners are ward or backward along the seat adjusting holes as shown. shown at full size. Tighten the wing bolts (A). Seat Adjusting Hole Seat Seat Support B A (A) (B) 1001054 17x47 Seat Support Rod 1. Carefully remove the plastic bag from the seat. 2. Raise the seat support a
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ASSEMBLY 3. Remove the protective caps from the battery terminals. MAINTENANCE FREE BATTERY 4. Use a 12 volt battery charger to charge the battery. Charge at IMPORTANT: Before you attach the battery cables to the a rate of 6 amperes for one hour. If you do not have a battery battery, check the battery date. The battery date tells if the charger, have an authorized service center charge the battery. battery must be charged. 5. Install the battery and secure with the battery retainer. Make 1. Rais
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ASSEMBLY IMPORTANT! BEFORE YOU START MOWING Check the engine oil. WARNING: Before doing any assembly or mainte- nance to the mower, remove the wire from the spark Fill the fuel tank with gasoline. plug. Check the level of the mower housing. Check the air pressure of the tires. NOTE: In this instruction book, left and right describe the loca- Make sure the battery cables are attached. tion of a part with the operator on the seat. forest–covered, brush–covered or grass–covered land unle
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OPERATION Clutch / Brake Pedal Blade Rotation Control Shift Lever Lift Lever Throttle Control Lever Figure 4 LOCATION OF CONTROLS BLADE ROTATION CONTROL: Use the blade rotation SHIFT LEVER: Use the shift lever to change the speed of the control to start and stop the rotation of the blade. unit. LIFT LEVER: Use the lift lever to change the height of cut. CLUTCH / BRAKE PEDAL: The pedal has two functions. PARKING BRAKE LEVER: Use the parking brake lever The first function is a clutch. The second
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OPERATION ATTACHMENTS This unit can use many different attachments. See the attachment weight is 200 pounds. Gross weight is the weight of the attachment page in this book. This unit can pull attachments like a lawn or trailer and any load that might be on or in it. sweeper, a lawn aerator, a hopper spreader, or a small trailer. This Do not operate on a slope that is greater than 10 degrees when unit can not use attachments that engage the ground like a plow, a using a pull–behind attachment or
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OPERATION HOW TO USE THE SHIFT LEVER To change the forward speed or the direction of the unit, follow the 3. To go forward, move the shift lever to a forward speed setting. steps below. To go backward, move the shift lever to reverse. CAUTION: Before you move the shift lever, completely push the clutch/brake pedal forward to stop the unit. If the unit is not stopped, the gearbox can be damaged. 1. Completely push the clutch/brake pedal forward to stop the unit. Keep your foot on the pedal (see F
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OPERATION HOW TO SET THE PARKING BRAKE 1. Completely push the clutch/brake pedal forward. Parking Brake 2. Lift the parking brake lever (Figure 10). Clutch/Brake 3. Remove your foot from the clutch/brake pedal and then release Pedal the parking brake lever. Make sure the parking brake will hold the unit. 4. To release the parking brake, completely push the clutch/ brake pedal forward. The parking brake will automatically re- lease. WARNING: Before you leave the operator’s position, move the shi
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OPERATION HOW TO INSTALL THE SIDE DISCHARGE ATTACHMENT 1. Remove the two wingnuts that secure the mulcher cover (see WARNING: To prevent the engine from starting, dis- connect the wire from the spark plug. Make sure the Figure 12). blade rotation control is in the DISENGAGE position. 2. Lift the mulcher cover. Mount the side discharge attachment onto the same bolts that secured the mulcher cover. 3. Secure the side discharge attachment with the wingnuts. The mulcher cover lets you mulch the gras
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OPERATION CAUTION: A mixture of alcohol (ethanol or methanol) and BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE gasoline (called gasohol), will attract moisture and cause acid deposits during storage. While the unit is in storage, the acids CHECK THE OIL in the fuel can damage the fuel system. NOTE: The engine was shipped from the factory filled with oil. Check the level of the oil. Add oil as needed. See the engine To prevent engine problems with the fuel system, empty the fuel manufacturer’s instructions for the
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OPERATION ()((*#%#) #()#% (+ , WARNING: The mulch cover is a safety device. Do not 4. Slowly move the blade rotation control to the ENGAGE remove the mulch cover. The deflector forces the dis- position. charged material toward the ground. Always keep the 5. Push the clutch/brake pedal completely forward. deflector in the down position. If the deflector is dam- aged, replace the deflector with an original equipment 6. Move the shift lever to one of the speed settings. part from a
