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IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away
WARNING:
OWNER'S MANUAL
Read this Owner's Manual and
follow all Warnings and Safety
Instructions. Failure to do so
MODEL:
can result in serious injury.
PRGT2046B
LAWN TRACTOR
Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation
178500 3.5.01 TR
Printed in U.S.A.
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SAFETY RULES SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS 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. DO NOT: I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual • Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. and on the machine before starting. Only allow responsible
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers Look for this symbol to point out im- portant safety precautions. It means Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR machine if anyone enters the area. SAFETY IS INVOLVED. Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. CAUTION: In order to prevent acciden- Ne
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Read and observe the safety rules. GASOLINE CAPACITY 3.5 GALLONS AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tractor. OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 10W-30 (above 32°F) Follow the instructions under “Customer Responsibili- SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) ties” and “Storage” sections of this owner’s manual. OIL CAPACITY: W/ FILTER: 4.0 PINTS WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal com- W/O FI
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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Steering Wheel Gauge Wheels (4) Adjusting Bar Steering Wheel Insert (4) Wheels Steering (4) Retainer Springs Steering Sleeve Wheel (double loop) Extension Steering Sleeve (4) Clevis Pins Seat (4) Locknut 3/8-16 (4) Washers 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga. Slope Sheet (1) Washer Keys 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob (2) Keys Mower Slope Sheet (5) Retainer Springs (1) Oil Drain Tube (double loop) For Future Use (2) Retainer Springs (single loop) (2)Flanged P
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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 STEERING WHEEL A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard INSERT wrench sizes are listed. HEX BOLT (1) Tire pressure gauge (1) Pliers (1) 9/16"
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ASSEMBLY INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Opera- tion section, for location and function of con- Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. trols) Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat WARNING: Before starting, read, understand and follow to tractor. all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Be sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in Pivot seat upward an
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ASSEMBLY IMPORTANT: FOR SHIPPING PURPOSES, THE MULCHER PLATE WAS PREATTACHED TO YOUR MULCHER MOWER. THE MULCHER PLATE MUST ONLY BE USED DEFLECTOR PLATE SHIELD WITH THE MULCHING BLADES THAT CAME PACKED SEPARATELY IN THE CARTON. YOUR MOWER CAME FACTORY EQUIPPED WITH HIGH PERFORMANCE BLADES, WHICH ARE THE BEST BLADES FOR BAGGING AND DISCHARGING. TO USE YOUR MOWER WITH THE HIGH PERFORMANCE BLADES LATCH THE MULCHER PLATE MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE HOOKS MOWER (SEE FIG. 5). TO SET UP YOUR MOWER FOR MULC
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ASSEMBLY IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing in all mower CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS pulley grooves. For best cutting results, mower should be properly leveled. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and footrest and retain with double loop retainer spring. Adjustments section of this manual. If equipped, turn height adjustment knob clockwise to remove slack from mower suspension. CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL Raise deck to highe
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OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT LOCKED P ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED 15 15 15 KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS ATTACHMENT (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) CLUTCH DISENGAGED IGNITION FREE WHEEL DANGE
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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 location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. LIGHT SWITCH IGNITION SWITCH CHOKE AMMETER CONTROL ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH LIFT LEVER PLUNGER THROTTLE CONTROL LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB RANGE SHIFT LEVER PARKING BRAKE GEAR SHIFT LEVER LEVER FIG. 8 Our tracto
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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 damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause “browning” of grass. To
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OPERATION TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 10) ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LIFT LEVER SWITCH PULL OUT TO HIGHEST Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly “ENGAGE” POSITION off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain LOWEST conditions. POSITION NOTE:Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See “TO AD-
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OPERATION NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE procedures below. Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL “START” position and release key as soon as engine The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than factory, already filled with summer weight oil. fifteen seconds per minute. If the engine does not start Check engine oil with tractor on level ground
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OPERATION Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing MULCHING MOWING TIPS to assure better mowing performance and proper dis- IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER charge of material. Regulate ground speed by selecting HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH. a low enough gear to give the mower cutting perfor- CLEAN AFTER EACH USE. mance as well as the quality of cut desired. The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippings When operating attachments, select a gro
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems T R Check for Loose Fasteners 7 A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 4 C Lubrication Chart T Check Battery Level 6 0 Clean Battery and Terminals R Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension 5 Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension 5 Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil 1 1,2,3 Clean Air Filter 2 E C
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR MANDREL ASSEMBLY TRAILING Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- BLADE EDGE UP nance. CENTER HOLE BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. FLAT WASHER (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments STAR section of this manual). TIRES HEX BOLT LOCK WASHER (GRADE 8)* Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See “PRODUCT *A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATE
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the will result in increased oil consumption when used above battery to “leak” power. 32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid Remove terminal guard. possible engine damage from running low on oil. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ENGINE OIL FILTER CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year. cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times. MUFFLER Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if dusty, dirty conditions), remove the
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch/brake 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. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. TRACTOR SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 20
