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IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away
03090
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
WARNING:
MODEL:
Read this Man u al and follow all Warnings
and Safety Instructions. Fail ure to do so can
re sult in serious in ju ry.
PB22H54BFX
LAWN TRACTOR
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION
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418788 12.11.07 SR PRINTED IN THE U.S.A.
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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. WARNING: In order to prevent ac- • Slow down before turning. ci den tal starting when setting up, • Never leave a running machine unattended. Always trans port ing, ad just ing or making turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and repairs
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers • If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing im- III. CHILDREN mediately. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to • Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas cap and tighten the presence of children. Children are often attracted securely. to the ma chine and the mowing activity. Never assume GENERAL SERVICE that children will remain where you last saw them. • Never operate machine in a closed area. • Keep children
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and observe the safety rules. Gasoline Capacity 4 Gallons and type: Unleaded Regular • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tractor. Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) • Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “Stor age” sec tions of this own er’s manual. Oil Capacity: W/ Filter: 64 oz W/O Filter: 60 oz Spark Plug: Champion QC12YC (Gap: .040") WARNING:
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Mower Mower Front Wheel (5) Large Retainer Springs - 7/16 (1) 3/4 O.D. Washers (1) Wheel (1) 1-1/4 O.D. Washer (2) Smaller Retainer Springs - 5/16 (5) 1-3/16 O.D. Washers (1) Locknut (1) Shoulder Bolt 3/8-16 (1) Anti-Sway Bar Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Keys (1) Front Link Assembly (2) Rear Lift Link Assemblies (2) Keys ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. When righ
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ASSEMBLY A FIG. 3 FIG. 2 INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the (See Figs. 4-12) skid. Follow the ap pro pri ate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid. See MOWER AND DRIVE BELT ASSEMBL Y Supplement Sheet for additional guidance on this assembly. WARNING: Before start ing, read, un der stand and fol low all in struc tions in the Op er a tion section of this Be sure tractor is on level surface and engage park- man u al. Be sure
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ASSEMBLY NOTE: Be sure mower side suspension arms (A) are • ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) pointing forward before sliding mower under tractor. TO CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside of tractor chassis and secure with washer • Slide mower under tractor until it is centered under and retainer spring. tractor. • Repeat on opposite side of tractor. • FIRST INSTALL ANTI-SWAY BAR (S). - From right side of mower, insert anti-sway bar into hole in transmission bracket
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ASSEMBLY • Turn steering wheel to position wheels straight CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL forward. BELTS • ATTACH FRONT LINK (E) - Work from left side of See the figures that are shown for replacing motion tractor. Insert rod end of link assembly through and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjust- front hole in tractor front suspension bracket (F) ments sec tion of this manual. Verify that the belts are and secure with7/16 retainer spring (G) through routed cor rect ly. hol
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OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. 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 SAFET
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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. P E D K H N J L B C F G A M FIG. 13 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 o
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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 ad just ments or repairs. We rec om mend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. HOW TO USE YOUR TRAC TOR GROUND DRIVE - • To stop ground drive, depress brake pedal all the TO SET PARKING BRAKE(See Fig. 14) way down. Your tractor is eq
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OPERATION TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD - N The cutting height range is ap prox i mate ly 1" to 4". (See Fig. 17) The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These heights The direction and speed of movement is controlled by are approximate and may vary depending upon soil the forward and reverse drive pedals. conditions, height of grass and types of grass being • Start tractor and release parking brake. mowed. • Slowly depress forward (K) o
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OPERATION ROS "ON" POSITION ENGINE "ON" POSITION TO OPERATE MOWER (NORMAL OPERATING) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine. You must remain fully and centrally positioned in the seat to prevent the engine from hesitating or cutting off when operating your equipment on rough, rolling terrain or hills. 1. Select desired height of cut w
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OPERATION SERVICE REMINDER/HOUR METER START ING. Service reminder shows the total number of hours the CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol engine has run and flashes to indicate that the engine or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture or mower needs servicing. When service is required, which leads to sep a ra tion and for ma tion of acids the service reminder will flash for two hours. To ser- during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel vice engine and mower, see t
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OPERATION AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP • Before driving the unit in cold weather, the trans- MOWING TIPS mis sion should be warmed up as follows: • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing • Be sure the tractor is on level ground. performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this • Release the parking brake and let the brake manual. slowly return to operating po si tion. • The left hand side of mower should be used for • Allow one minute f
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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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MAINTENANCE BLADE CARE TRACTOR For best results mower blades must be sharp. Re place Always observe safety rules when per form ing any worn, bent or damaged blades. main te nance. CAUTION: Use only a replacement BRAKE OPERATION blade approved by the manufacturer of If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at your tractor. Using a blade not approved highest speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete by the manufacturer of your tractor is or paved surface, then brake must
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MAINTENANCE TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 24 and 25) • Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. • Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire Determine temperature range expected before oil brush until bright. change. All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL. • Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly. • Be sure tractor is on level surface. • Reinstall battery (See “REPLACING BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this • Oil will drain more freely when
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MAINTENANCE ENGINE OIL FILTER CLAMP Replace the engine oil filter every season or every CLAMP other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year. MUFFLER FUEL FILTER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark ar- FIG. 26 rester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. CLEANING SPARK PLUGS • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing matter. season or after every 100 hours of op
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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 (See Fig. 27) • From right side of mower, disconnect anti-sw
