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Owner's Manual
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GARDEN TRACTOR
27.0 HP, 48" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.275283
differently from previously built engines. Before you start the
[_]] This product has a low emission engine which operates
engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.
IMPORTANT:
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Maintenance ........................................ 16 Warranty ................................................ 2 Safety Rules .......................................... 3 Service and Adjustments ..................... 20 Product Specifications ........................... 5 Storage ................................................ 29 Assembly/P re-Operation ....................... 7 Troubleshooting ................................... 30 Operation ............................................... 9
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IMPORTANT: 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. • Be aware of the mower discharge direc- _WARNING: In order to prevent ac- tion and do not point it at anyone. Do cidental starting when setting up, trans- not operate the mower without either porting, adjusting or making repairs, the entire grass catcher or the guard in always disconnect spark plug wire and
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DO: • Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with • Mow up and down slopes, not across. safe machine operation. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree • Never allow children to operate the limbs, etc. machine. • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un- even terrain could overturn the machine. • Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects Tall grass can hide obstacles. that may obscure vision. • Use slow speed. Choose a low gea
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• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree • Be sure the area is clear of other people limbs, etc. before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. grass can hide obstacles. • Do not mow in reverse unless abso- • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift lutely necessary. Always look down and while on the slope. beh
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Here's what's included in the Agreement: • Expert service by our 12,000 profe- • Read and observe the safety rules. sional repair specialists. • Follow a regular schedule in main- • Unlimited service and no charge for taining, caring for and using your tractor. parts and labor on all covered repairs. • Follow the instructions under "Mainte- • Product replacement if your covered nance" and "Storage" sections of this product can't be fixed. owner's manual. • Discount of 1
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Yournew tractor hasbeenassembledat the factory. Reviewthe videocassettebefore you begin. 2. Release L.H. seat slide on seat pan by When rightor left hand is mentionedin this manual,it means,from yourpoint of pulling out on adjustment handle and sliding it to the rear position exposing view,when youare in the operatingposi- tion (seatedbehindthe steeringwheel). seat mounting holes from bottom. Slide R.H. slide to same rear position. TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM 3. Mount rear of seat on slides using CAR
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CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and After you learn how to operate your trac- tor, check to see that the brake is properly function of controls) adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in _WARNING: Before starting, read, un- the Service and Adjustments section of derstand and follow all instructions in the this manual. Operation section of this manual. Be sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure ,/CHECKLIST the area in front of tractor is clear
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These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. R N H L I'.,I REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED OVER TEMP FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT LIGHT ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY (SEE SAFETY R
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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. Ammeter Hou ht Switch Choke Ignition Switch Position Attachment Clutch Switch Throttle Lever Motion Drive Control Plunger Belt Tension Handle Attachment Lift Lever Parking Brake Lever Motion Control Height Lever Adjustment Knob Free Wheel 02656 Ou
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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 standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR • Never use choke to stop engine. IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch TO SET PARKING BRAKE in any position other than "STOP" will Your tractor is equipp
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TO OPERATE MOWER The cuttingheight rangeis approximately 1-1/2"to 4-1/2". The heightsare mea- Your tractor is equipped with an operator sured from the groundto the bladetip with presence sensing switch. Any attempt the engine not running. by the operator to leave the seat with the These heightsare approximateand may engine running and the attachment clutch vary dependinguponsoil conditions, engaged will shut off the engine. heightof grassand types of grassbeing 1. Select desired height of cut. m
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TOTRANSPORT • For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See the When pushing or towing your tractor, be oil viscosity chart in the Maintenance sure to disengage transmission by placing section of this manual). freewheel control in freewheeling position. Freewheel control is located at the rear • To change engine oil, see the Mainte- nance section in this manual. drawbar of tractor. 1. Raise attachment lift to highest position ADD GASOLINE with attachment lift control.
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONWARMUP NOTE: Beforestarting,read the warm and cold startingproceduresbelow. Beforedrivingthe unitin cold weather, 6. Insert keyintoignition and turn key the transmissionshouldbe warmedupas clockwiseto start positionand release follows: keyas soon as enginestarts. Do 1. Be surethe tractor is on levelground. not runstarter continuouslyfor more 2. Placethe motioncontrol leverin thanfifteen secondsper minute.If the neutral.Releasethe parkingbrakeand enginedoes not startafter se
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5. Move motion control lever to neutral f I (N) position. Shutoff engine and set parking brake. 6. Engage transmission by placing free- wheel control in engaged position (See "TO TRANSPORT' in this section of manual). 7. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move = J throttle control to half (1/2) speed. Disengage parking brake. • If grass is extremely tall, it should be 8. Slowly move motion control lever for- mowed twice to reduce load and pos- ward, after the
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE .___ ._o_So_ _.._ _p" FiLL ,N OATES AS YOU COMPLETE ._'__"_0_*'_,_ R4._ 4. °; _,'_ A _4,--_ _bR. _ REGU LARSE RVICE i__t_'d_" S E RVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure _' Check Operator Presence and T Interlock Systems I_ R Check for Loose Fasteners _ 11_5 I_ T Lubrication Chart I_ 0 Check Battery Level Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades _1_4 3 R Ctean Battery and Terminals I_ Check Transaxle Cooling V' Check V_Belts Check Engine Oil Level I_ I_ Change Engine Oil (
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TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star Always observe safety rules when per- on mandrel assembly. forming any maintenance. 4. Install and tighten blade bolt securely BRAKE OPERATION (45-55 Ft. Lbs. torque). If tractor requires more than six (6) feet IMPORTANT: Special blade bolt is heat stopping distance at high speed in highest treated. gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Assembly Adjustments section of th
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NOTE: The original equipment battery on SAE VISCOSITY GRADES your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary. 3o qo 0 10 20 3o 40 TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT O_L CHANGE TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS o_ v_,c dla_4 e Corrosion and dirt on the battery and Change the oil after every 50 hours of op- terminals can cause the battery to "leak" eration or at least once a year if the tractor power. i
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ENGINE OIL FILTER CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS Replace the engine oil filter every season To insure proper cooling, make sure the or every other oil change if the tractor is grass screen, cooling fins, and other exter- used more than 100 hours in one year. nal surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times. AIR FILTER Every 100 hours of operation (more often Your engine will not run properly using a under extremely dusty, dirty conditions), dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner remo
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JA i_ WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER- i u VICE OR ADJUSTMENTS. 1. Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 3. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. 4. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. 5. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. TO INSTALL MOWER TRACTOR Be sure tractor is on level surface and TO REMOVE MOWER m
