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IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away
02478
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
WARNING:
MODEL:
Read this Manu al and follow all Warnings and
Safety Instructions. Fail ure to do so can re sult
in serious in ju ry.
PK19H42LT
LAWN TRACTOR
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION
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194831 10.11.04 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 operate machine without the entire grass catcher, WARNING: In order to prevent ac- discharge guard, or other safety devices in place and ci den tal starting when setting up, working. trans port ing, ad just ing or making re- Slow
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. CHILDREN GENERAL SERVICE Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to Never operate machine in a closed are. Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the ma chine and the mowing activity. Never assume that is in safe working condition. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper children will remain where you last saw the
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS It has been designed, engineered and manu fac tured to give Gasoline Capacity 2.0 Gallons you the best possible dependability and performance. and Type: Unleaded Regular Should you experience any problem you cannot easily rem- Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 10W30 (above 32°F) edy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Seat (1) Washer Steering 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Boot Steering Wheel (1) Knob Insert Steering Wheel Adapter Steering Key Extension Shaft (1) Large Flat Washer (2) Keys (1) Oil Drain Tube (1) 5/16 Slope Sheet Lock Washer (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 4 Gauge Wheels (4) Retainer Springs (double loop) (4) Washers (4) Locknut 3/8-16 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga. (4) Wheels (4) Adjusting Bar (4) Shoulder Bolt (4) Clevis Pins 5
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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 A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Stan dard INSERT wrench sizes are listed. (1) 3/4" wrench Pliers 5/16 HEX BOLT (1) 1/2" wrench Tire pressu
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ASSEMBLY Place freewheel control in "trans mis sion dis en gaged position" (See “TO TRANS PORT” in the Op era tion SEAT section of this manual). SHOULDER BOLT Roll tractor forward off skid. Remove banding holding the defl ector shield up against tractor. TO DRIVE TRACT OR OFF SKID (See Op- SEAT PAN er a tion section for location and function of con trols) W ARNING: Before start ing, read, un der stand and fol low all in struc tions in the Op era tion section of this man u
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ASSEMBLY RETAINER ✓CHECKLIST SPRING BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PER- FORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PIN PRODUCT. SHOULDER BOLT PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: AD JUST ING BAR ✓ All assembly instructions have been com plet ed. ✓ No remaining loose parts in carton. ✓ Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps). ✓ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. GAUGE ✓ All tir
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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. FAST SLOW REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE IGNITIONSWITCH P ENGINEON ENGINESTART PARKINGBRAKE ENGINEOFF REVERSE PARKINGBRAKE PARKINGBRAKE OPERATION LOCKED UNLOCKED SYSTEM(ROS) OILPRESSURE BATTERY OVERTEMP FUEL REVERSE FORWARD MOWERHEIGHT MOWERLIFT LIGHT 15 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT SLOPEHAZARDS DANGER,KEEPHANDS KEEPAREACLEAR CLUTCHDISENGAGED CLUTCHENGAGED ANDFEETAWAY
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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 locations of various controls and ad just ments. Save this manual for future reference. IGNITION ROS "ON" POSITION AT TACHMENT SWITCH CLUTCH LEVER LIGHT SWITCH LIFT LEVER PLUNGER THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE FREE WHEEL MOTION CONTROL C
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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. IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR POSITION OTHER THAN "OFF" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DIS CHARGED, (DEAD). TO SET PARK
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OPERATION NOTE:Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a fl at level "ENGAGED" PO SI TION surface. ATTACHMENT Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See “TO AD- LIFT LEVER HIGH PO SI TION JUST MO WER CUT TING HEIGHT” in the Operation sec tion of this manual). LOW Remove retainer spring and clevis pin which secure POSITION each gauge wheel bar. DEFLECTOR Lower gauge wheels to ground. Raise gauge wheels SHIELD slightly to align holes in bracket and gauge wheel bar and insert clevis
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OPERATION Pull up and remove oil fi ll cap/dipstick; wipe oil off. Re- Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills. insert the dipstick into the tube and push down fi rmly If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to into place. Remove and read oil level. If necessary, slower position. add oil until “FULL” mark on dipstick is reached. Do If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake not overfi ll. pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking
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OPERATION Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to “START” Slowly move motion control lever to full forward position position and release key as soon as engine starts. and hold for fi ve (5) seconds, or approximately 40 feet. Do not run starter continuously for more than fi fteen Slowly move lever to full reverse position and hold for sec onds per minute. If the engine does not start after fi ve (5) seconds, or approximately 20 feet. After the several at tempts, move throttl
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maint_sch-tractore.ROS.e MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCESCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and ROS 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 Filt
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MAINTENANCE TRACTOR BLADE CARE Always observe safety rules when per forming an y main- For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Re place te nance. bent or damaged blades. BRAKE OPERATION CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade If tractor requires more than fi ve (5) feet to stop at highest approved by the manufacturer of your speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved tractor. Using a blade not approved surface, then brake must be checked and ad just ed. (See by the
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MAINTENANCE Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground. The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fl uid main te - If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal nance is not required for the life of the transaxle. Should position. If either end of the blade moves downward, the transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced
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MAINTENANCE After oil has drained completely, close and lock the MUFFLER drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise Inspect and replace corroded muffl er and spark arrester until the pin is in the locked position as shown. (if equipped) as it could create a fi re hazard and/or dam- Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto to the age. bottom fi tting of the drain valve. Refi ll engine with oil through oil fi ll dipstick tube. Pour SPARK PLUGS slowly. Do not o
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST - MENTS: Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place motion control 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
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 18 and 19) Raise mower to its highest position. At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height MANDREL from bot tom edge of mower to ground. Distance “A” on both sides of mower should be the same or within 1/4" of each other. "D" "D" If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one side of mower only. FIG. 20 To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link ad just ment nut on that side. BOTH FRONT LINKS
