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IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away
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OWNER'S MANUAL
WARNING:
MODEL: Read this Owner's Man u al and follow all
Warnings and Safety Instructions. Fail ure
to do so can re sult in serious in ju ry.
279370
LAWN TRACTOR
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION
186895 Rev. 2 04.29.03 RD/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 Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting. turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. 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 machine if anyone enters the area. WARNING: In order to prevent ac- ci den tal starting when setting up, Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. trans port ing, ad just ing or making repairs, 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 and
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS It has been designed, engineered and manufa ctured to giv e 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-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) edy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/ SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) department. We have competent, well-trained tech ni cians Oil C
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Seat Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Steering Extension (1) Knob Shaft Steering Sleeve Steering Adapter (1) Oil Drain Tube (1) Large Flat Washer Blade (2) Mulch Blades (2) Keys (1) Locknut 1/2-20 Slope Sheet (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 1/4-28 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 INSERT A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Stan dard 1/2 HEX NUT wrench sizes are listed. Utility knife Pliers (1) 3/4" wrenches Tire pressure
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ASSEMBLY NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Get off seat without moving its ad just ed position. Follow the ap pro pri ate instruction below to remove the Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely. tractor from the skid. TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op- SEAT er a tion section for location and function of con trols) Press lift lever plunger and raise at tach ment lift lever to its highest po si tion. Release parking brake by depressing clut
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ASSEMBLY IMPORTANT: FOR SHIPPING PURPOSES, THE MULCHER CHECK TIRE PRESSURE PLATE WAS PREATTACHED TO YOUR MOWER. THE MULCHER PLATE MUST ONLY BE USED WITH THE MULCHING BLADES The tires on your tractor were overinfl ated at the factory THAT CAME PACKED SEPARATELY IN THE CARTON. for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance. YOUR MOWER CAME FACTORY EQUIPPED WITH HIGH PERFORMANCE BLADES, WHICH ARE THE BEST BLADES Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown i
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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 IGNITION REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW SLOW CHOKE P LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE ENGINE OFF PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD OVER TEMP MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT LIGHT 15 15 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT SLOPE HAZARDS CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS KEEP AREA CLEAR AND FEET AWAY
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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 LIGHT SWITCH ATT ACH MENT SWITCH CLUTCH LEVER POSITION AMMETER CHOKE CONTROL LIFT LEVER PLUNGER THROTTLE ATTACHMENT CONTROL LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/ BRAKE PEDAL PARKING BRAKE GEARSHIFT LEVER FIG. 5 Our tractors conform to the
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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 operating your tractor or per form ing any 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” of
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OPERATION TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 7) "ENGAGED" PO SI TION Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly ATTACHMENT off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height LIFT LEVER HIGH PO SI TION in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain AT TACH MENT CLUTCH LEVER conditions. LOW "DIS EN GAGED" POSITION NOTE:Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a fl at level PO SI TION surface. Adjust mower
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OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 5) BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE 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 CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL fuel from the tank to the engine. The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake factory, already fi lled with sum mer weight oil. pedal and set parking brake. Check engine oil with tractor on level groun
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OPERATION MO WING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per- IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH. CLEAN formance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the AFTER EACH USE. Service and Adjustments section of this manual. The spe cial mulch ing blade will recut the grass clip- The left hand side of mower should be used for trim- pings man y times and reduce them in size so that as ming. they fall
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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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MAINTENANCE TRACTOR TRAILING MANDREL Always observe safety rules when performing any main- EDGE UP ASSEMBLY BLADE CEN TER te nance. HOLE BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance FLAT WASHER at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. LOCK WASHER STAR (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Ad just ments section of this manual). BLADE BOLT (GRADE 8)* TIRES Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See “PROD UCT *A GRADE 8 HEAT TREA
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MAINTENANCE NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) BATTERY improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils Y our tractor has a battery charging system which is suf fi cient will result in increased oil consumption when used above for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery 32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid with an automotive charger will extend its life. possible engine damage from running low on oil. Keep battery
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MAINTENANCE CLEAN AIR SCREEN HAN DLE Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine dam age from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to re move dirt and stubborn dried gum fi bers. ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 15) Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fi ns to prevent engine damage from overheating. Remove screws from blower housing and lift housing and dipstick tube assembly off engine. Cover oil fi ll opening to prevent entry of di
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MAINTENANCE IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 17) CLEANING The fuel fi lter should be replaced once each season. If fuel Clean engine, battery, seat, fi nish, etc. of all foreign fi lter becomes clogged, ob struct ing fuel fl ow to car bure tor, matter. re place ment is re quired. Keep fi nished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, With engine cool, remove fi lter and plug fuel line sec- oil, etc. tions. Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax. Place new fuel
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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. IMPORTAN
