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MODEL NO. POGT20T48STA
20.0 HP 48 Inch
Lawn Tractor
For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297
For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886
184433 Rev. 2 2.10.03 JH
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 THROW ING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. DO NOT: I. GENERAL OPERATION Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. manual and on the machine before starting. Only al
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop WARNING: In order to prevent ac- machine if anyone enters the area. ci den tal starting when setting up, Never carry passengers or children even with the blades trans port ing, ad just ing or making re- off. pairs, alwa ys dis con nect spark plug Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Al ways wire and place wire where it can not look down an
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS It has been designed, engineered and manu factured to giv e GASOLINE CAPACITY 5.0 GALLONS you the best possible dependability and performance. AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Should you experience any problem you cannot easily rem- OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) edy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/ SAE 5W
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Gauge Wheel Steering Wheel (2) Adjusting Bar Steering Sleeve Extension (2) Locknut Steering 3/8-16 Wheel Adapter (2) Wheels Steering Sleeve Steering Wheel Insert (2) Retainer Springs (double loop) Seat (2) Clevis Pins (1) Washer (2) Washers (2) Shoulder Bolt 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga. (1) Knob Mower (1) Oil Drain Tube (2)Flanged For Future Use Pins Slope Sheet Keys (1)Front Plate Assembly (4) Retainer Springs (double loo
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ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping pur- poses. 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 INSERT A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Stan dard LOCK NUT wrench sizes are listed. (1) 3/4" wrench Utility knife LARGE FLAT
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ASSEMBLY INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the ap pro pri ate instruction below to remove the Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. tractor from the skid. Remove adjustment knob and fl at washer securing TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op- seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor. er a tion section for location and function of con trols) Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard
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ASSEMBLY If equipped, turn height ad just ment knob coun ter - RETAINER clock wise until it stops. SPRING PIN Lower mower linkage with attachment lift control. Install belt into electric clutch pulley groove. Place the suspension arms on outward pointing deck SHOULDER pins. Retain with double loop re tain er spring with loops BOLT up as shown. AD JUST ING Install front plate assembly to tractor suspension BAR brackets and retain with single loop retainer spr ings
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ASSEMBLY CHECK TIRE PRESSURE ✓CHECKLIST The tires on your tractor were overinfl ated at the factory BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC- for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE for best cutting performance. BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT SPEC I FI CA TIONS” section of this manual. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ✓ All assembly instruc
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OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean- ing. HIGH LOW FAST SLOW IGNITION REVERSE NEUTRAL CHOKE P LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE ENGINE OFF LOCKED UNLOCKED OIL PRESSURE FUEL BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD OVER TEMP MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT LIGHT 15 15 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT SLOPE HAZARDS DANGER, KEEP HANDS KEEP AREA CLEAR CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY R
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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 man ual for future reference. LIGHT SWITCH IGNITION POSITION SWITCH AMMETER CHOKE CON TROL ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH LIFT LEVER PLUNGER THROTTLE CONTROL LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL PARKING BRAKE LEVER GEAR SHIFT LEVER 02734 FIG. 6 Our tractors conform t
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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 forming an y adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or stan dard safety glasses. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause “browning” o
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OPERATION LIFT LEVER HIGHEST TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 8) ATTACHEMNT CLUTCH SWITCH POSIITON PULL OUT TO "ENGAGE" Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly 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 fl at level surface. Adjust mower to desired cutting height (Se
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OPERATION TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTA CH - TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 6) MENTS When starting the engine for the fi rst time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and fuel from the tank to the engine. comply with specifi cations of the manufacturer of your trac- Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake tor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load, pedal and set parking brake.
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OPERATION MOWING TIPS Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per- formance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this man u al. 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 bution of clippings and more uniform cutting. When mowing large areas, start by t
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MAINTENANCE 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 5 A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 3 C Lubrication Chart T Check Battery Level 4 0 Clean Battery and Terminals R Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) 1,2 Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) 1,2 E Clean Air Filter N 2 G Clean Air
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MAINTENANCE TRACTOR BLADE MANDREL ASSEMBLY Always observe safety rules when performing any main- te nance. CENTER HOLE BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance BLADE BOLT at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (SPECIAL) (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Ad just ments section of this manual). STAR TIRES Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See “PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this man ual). FIG. 11 Keep tir
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MAINTENANCE TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 13 and 14) Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause Determine temperature range expected before oil change. the battery to “leak” power. All oil must meet API service classifi cation SF-SJ. Remove terminal guard. Be sure tractor is on level surface. Disconnect BLACK battery cable fi rst then RED bat- Oil will drain more freely when warm. ter y cable and remove battery from tractor.
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MAINTENANCE IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 15) CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS The fuel fi lter should be replaced once each season. If fuel To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, fi lter becomes clogged, ob struct ing fuel fl ow to car bure tor, cooling fi ns, and other external surfaces of the engine are re place ment is re quired. kept clean at all times. With engine cool, remove fi lter and plug fuel line sec- Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely tio
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SE RI OUS IN JU RY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUST- MENTS: 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 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. If
