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MODEL NO. 271190
15.5 HP 38 INCH
LAWN TRACTOR
For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor:
call 1-800-849-1297 For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886
189956 11.03.03 TR
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Rules .......................................... 2 Maintenance........................................ 16 Product Specifi cations........................... 5 Service and Adjustments..................... 20 Assembly/Pre-Operation ....................... 7 Storage................................................ 25 Operation............................................. 10 Troubleshooting ................................... 26 Maintenance Schedule........................ 16
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• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, - Use only an approved container. or embankments. The mower could - Never remove gas cap or add fuel suddenly turn over if a wheel is over with the engine running. Allow the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge engine to cool before refueling. Do caves in. not smoke. • Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced - Never refuel the machine indoors. traction could cause sliding. - Never store the machine or fuel • Do not try to stabilize the machine by cont
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SAFETY RULES • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If WARNING: Tow only the attachments tires lose traction, dis en gage the blades that are rec om mend ed by and comply with and proceed slowly straight down the spec i fi ca tions of the man u fac tur er of your slope. tractor. Use common sense when towing. • If machine stops while going uphill, Operate only at the lowest possible speed disengage blades, shift into reverse and when on a slope. Too heavy of a load, back down sl
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RE SPON SI BIL I TIES • Read and observe the safety rules. Gasoline 1.25 • Follow a regular schedule in main- Capacity and Unleaded and tain ing, caring for and using your tractor. Type: Regular • Follow the instructions under “Main te - Oil Type SAE 30 (above 32°F) nance” and “Stor age” sec tions of this (API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30 own er’s manual. (below 32°F) WARNING: This t
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Steering (1) Hex nut 1/2-20 Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Locknut 1/4-28 (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 Steering Steering Wheel Extension Adapter Steering Shaft Boot Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1)Knob Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Keys (2) Keys 6
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ASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATION Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you as sem ble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as nec es sary to in sure proper tightness. Review the video cassette before you begin. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR 7. Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel. ASSEMBLY 8. Remove protective materi
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HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR Seat pan INSTALL SEAT Label Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. 1. Remove adjustment knob and fl at Terminal washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of Terminal seat to tractor. 2. Pivot seat upward and remove from 02602 the cardboard packing. Remove the cardboard packing and discard. NOTE: You may now roll or drive your 3. Place seat on seat pan so head of tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate shoulder bolt is
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9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set park- ✓CHECKLIST ing brake and place gearshift lever in Before you operate your new trac tor, we neutral position. wish to assure that you receive the best 10.Turn ignition key to "STOP" position. per formance and sat is fac tion from this Continue with the instructions that follow. Quality Prod uct. Please review the following checklist: CHECK TIRE PRESSURE ✓ All assembly instructions have been The tires on your tractor were over in - completed. fl at
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OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. HIGH LOW FAST SLOW IGNITION REVERSE NEUTRAL CHOKE P LIGHTSON ENGINESTART ENGINEOFF ENGINEON PARKINGBRAKE PARKINGBRAKE PARKINGBRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED OILPRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE OVERTEMP FUEL FORWARD MOWERHEIGHT MOWERLIFT LIGHT 15 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT SLOPEHAZARDS CLUTCHENGAGED DANGER,KEEPHANDS KEEPAREACLEAR CLUTCHDISENGAGED ANDFEETAWAY (SEESAFETYRULESSECTION) DANG
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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 ad just ments. Save this manual for future reference. Attachment Clutch Lever Ignition Switch Light Switch Position Lift Lever Plunger Throttle/Choke Control Attachment Lift Lever Clutch/Brake Pedal Height Adjustment Indicator Parking Brake Lever Gearshift Lever Our tractors conform to th
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01995 The op era tion of any trac tor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye dam age. Al ways wear safety glass es or eye shields while op erat ing your trac tor or per forming an y ad just ments 00155 or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vi sion safe ty mask over spec ta cles or stan dard safety glass es. • Never use choke to stop engine. HOW TO USE YOUR TRAC TOR IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch TO SET PARKING BRAKE in any position othe
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• The average lawn should be cut to ap- • If slowing is necessary, move throt tle pro x i mate ly 2-1/2 inches during the cool control lever to slower position. season and to over 3 inches during hot • If stopping is absolutely necessary, push months. For healthier and better looking clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake posi- lawns, mow often and after moderate tion and engage parking brake. growth. • Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be • For best cutting performance, grass over sure you h
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ADD GASOLINE TO START ENGINE • Fill fuel tank to bottom of fi ller neck. Do When starting the engine for the fi rst time not overfi ll. Use fresh, clean, regular or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will un lead ed gasoline with a minimum of take extra cranking time to move fuel from 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will the tank to the engine. increase carbon and lead oxide deposits 1. Sit on seat in operating position, and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil depress clutch/br
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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 sec tion of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trim ming. 00272 • Drive so that clippings are dis charged onto the area that has already been cut. Have the cut area to the right of • If grass is extremely tall, it should be the tractor. This will
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maint_sch-tractore.new1 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCESCHEDULE 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
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01202 4. Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer TRACTOR and fl at washer in exact order as Always observe safety rules when per- shown. fo rming an y main te nance. 5. Tighten blade bolt securely (27-35 Ft. BRAKE OPERATION Lbs. torque). If tractor requires more than six (6) feet IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is heat treated. stopping distance at high speed in high est If bolt needs replacing, replace only with gear, then brake must be ad just ed. (See approve bolt shown in the Repair Parts. “TO A
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Adding or checking level of elec tro lyte is TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL not necessary. Determine temperature range expected before oil change. All oil must meet API TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TER MI NALS service classifi cation SF-SJ. Corrosion and dirt on the battery and • Be sure tractor is on level surface. terminals can cause the battery to “leak” • Oil will drain more freely when warm. power. • Catch oil in a suitable container. 1. Disconnect BLACK battery cable fi rst 1. Remove oil fi ll cap/di
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02698 00667 Clean out chaff and debris 1. Pull up on air fi lter cover handle and Air Screen rotate towards engine. 2. Remove cover. 3. Carefully remove air fi lter cartridge and pre-cleaner from base. 4. Clean base carefully to prevent debris from falling into carburetor. NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge. 5. Place new pre-cleaner and cartridge fi rmly in base. 6. Align tabs on cover with slots in blower housing and replace cover. 02744 7. Hook handle on cover and push
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST MENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. 3. Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. 4. Turn ignition key to “STOP” and remove key. 5. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. 6. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug.
