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IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away
03076
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.
C20H42YT
LAWN TRACTOR
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION
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404630 01.19.06 TR
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers DANGER: 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 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 dow
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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 area. � 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 th
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Gasoline Capacity 2.50 Gallons � Read and observe the safety rules. and type: Unleaded Regular � Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) and using your tractor. SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) � Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “Stor- Oil Capacity: W/ Filter: 4.0 Pints age” sec tions of this own er’s manual. W/O Filter: 3.75 Pints Spark Plug: Champion QC12YC (Gap: .0
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Slope Sheet Key (1) Oil Drain Tube (2) Keys ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping puposes. When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means ADJUST SEAT (See Fig. 2) when you are in the operating po si tion (seated be hind the � Sit in seat. steer ing wheel). � Lift up adjustment lever (A) and slide seat until a com- fortable position is reached which allows you to press
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ASSEMBLY � Roll tractor forward off skid. ✓CHECKLIST � Remove banding holding the defl ector shield up against BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE tractor. WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PER- FORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY TO DRIVE TRACT OR OFF SKID (See Op- PRODUCT. er a tion section for location and function of PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: con trols) ✓ All assembly instructions have been com plet ed. � Be sure all the above assembly steps h
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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 IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT ENGINE OFF REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) CLUTCH/BRAKE LIGHTS ON BATTERY CRUISE CONTROL FUEL REVERSE FORWARD PEDAL 15 15 ATTACHMENT DANGER, KEEP HANDS ATTACHMENT SLOPE HAZARDS KEEP AREA CLEAR CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED AND FEET AWAY (SEE SAFE
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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. G P D E H N K B F C J M A L FIG. 3 Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. (A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER – Used to raise and lower (H) LIGHT SWITCH – Turns the headlights on
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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 forming an y ad just ments or repairs. We rec om mend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. � Turn ignition key (F) to “STOP” position and remove HOW TO USE YOUR TRAC TOR key. Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent un au tho rized
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OPERATION TO USE CRUISE CONTROL -J (See Fig. 7) TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9) The cruise control feature can be used for forward travel Gauge wheels are prop er ly ad just ed when they are slight ly only. 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 J conditions. NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a fl at level surface. � Adjust mower to desired c
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OPERATION � Pull freewheel control out and down into the slot and REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) release so it is held in the disengaged position. Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System � Do not push or tow tractor at more than two (2) (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse MPH. direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off � To reengage transmission, reverse above procedure. the engine unless ignition key is placed in the ROS "O
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OPERATION � The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If ADD GASOLINE the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine � Fill fuel tank to bottom of fi ller neck. Do not overfi ll. Use and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke fresh, clean, regular un lead ed gasoline with a minimum of as described above. 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not COLD WEATHER STARTING (50° F and below
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OPERATION � Depress forward drive pedal to full forward position, hold for fi ve (5) seconds and release pedal. Depress reverse drive pedal to full reverse position, hold for fi ve (5) seconds and release pedal. Repeat this procedure three (3) times. � Shut- off engine and set parking brake. � Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in engaged position (See “TO TRANSPORT” in this sec- tion of manual). � Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is run
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maint_sch-tractore.ROS.e MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE MAINTENANCE EACH 8 25 50 100 SEASON STORAGE SCHEDULE USE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure T Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems R Check for Loose Fasteners A Check/Replace Mower Blades 3 C T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level 4 R Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) 1
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02544 MAINTENANCE BLADE CARE TRACTOR For best results mower blades must be sharp. Re place Always observe safety rules when per forming an y main- worn, bent or damaged blades. te nance. CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade BRAKE OPERATION approved by the manufacturer of your If tractor requires more than fi ve (5) feet to stop at highest tractor. Using a blade not approved speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved by the manufacturer of your tractor is surface, then bra
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MAINTENANCE TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 15) � Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. � Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush Determine temperature range expected before oil change. until bright. All oil must meet API service classifi cation SG-SL. � Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly. � Be sure tractor is on level surface. � Reinstall battery (See “REPLACING BATTERY" in � Oil will drain more freely when warm. the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS s
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MAINTENANCE ENGINE OIL FILTER CLAMP CLAMP Replace the engine oil fi lter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year. FUEL FILTER MUFFLER FIG. 16 Inspect and replace corroded muffl er and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fi re hazard and/or dam- age. CLEANING � Clean engine, battery, seat, fi nish, etc. of all foreign SPARK PLUGS matter. Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing � Keep fi nished surfaces and w
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST MENTS: � Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. � 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. TRACTOR � Slide mower out from under right side of tractor. IMPOR
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS M A B FIG. 18 � ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS (C) - Lift rear corner of mower and position slot in link assembly over pin on FIG. 21 rear mower bracket (D) and secure with washer and retainer spring. � Raise attachment lift lever to highest position. � Repeat on opposite side of tractor. � If necessary, adjust gauge wheels before op er at ing mower as shown in the Operation section of this manual. C TO LEVEL MOWER Make sure tires are properly infl ated to the PSI
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS PRECISION SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 23) � With all tires properly infl ated, park tractor on level ground or driveway. B CAUTION: Blades are sharp. Protect A your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade with heavy cloth. � Raise mower to its highest position. � At both sides of mower, position blade at side and measure the distance (A) from bottom edge of blade to the ground. The distance should be the same on both sides. � If adjustment is necessa
