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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.
PB24H48YT
LAWN TRACTOR
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION
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404402 02.09.06 VB
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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 3 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: .040
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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 � Release parking brake by de press ing brake ped al. ✓CHECKLIST � Place freewheel control in dis en gaged po si tion to dis- BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE en gage trans mis sion (See “TO TRANS PORT” in the WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PER- Op era tion section of this manual). FORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY � Roll tractor forward off skid. PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: TO DRIVE TRACT OR OFF SKID (See Op- ✓ All assemb
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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 E P D H K L B J N F C A M FIG. 3 Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. (H) LIGHT SWITCH – Turns the headlights on and off. (A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER – Used to raise a
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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. IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch in any position HOW TO USE YOUR TRAC TOR other than "STOP" will cause the battery to discharge and go dead. TO SE
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OPERATION in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a fl at level J surface. � Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See “TO AD- JUST MO WER CUT TING HEIGHT” in this sec tion of manual). � With mower in desired height of cut po si tion, gauge K wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off L the ground. In stall gauge wheel in ap pro pri ate hole. Tighten se cure ly. FIG. 7 � Repeat for all, installing
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OPERATION WARNING: Backing up with the attachment clutch en- Transmission Engaged gaged while mowing is strongly discouraged. Turning the ROS "ON", to allow reverse operation with the attachment clutch engaged, should only be done when the operator decides it is necessary to reposition the machine with the attachment engaged. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. USING THE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM - Only use if you are certain no children or other bystanders will enter the m
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OPERATION � Release the parking brake and let the brake slowly CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or return to operating po si tion. using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which � Allow one minute for transmission to warm up. This leads to sep a ra tion and for ma tion of acids during can be done during the engine warm up period. storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of � The attachments can be used during the engine warm-up an engine while in storag
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OPERATION MOWING TIPS � Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per- formance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. � The left hand side of mower should be used for trim- ming. � Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the machine. This will result in a more even dis tri bution of clippings and more uniform cutting. � When mowing large areas, start by tu
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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 TRACTOR CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade approved by the manufacturer of your Always observe safety rules when per forming an y main- tractor. Using a blade not approved te nance. by the manufacturer of your tractor is BRAKE OPERATION hazardous, could damage your tractor and void your warranty. If tractor requires more than fi ve (5) feet to stop at highest speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 13) surface, then brake must
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MAINTENANCE V-BELTS � Remove yellow cap from end of drain valve and install the drain tube onto the fi tting. Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not OIL DRAIN VALVE ad just able. Re place belts if they begin to slip from wear. TRANSAXLE COOLING CLOSED AND LOCKED The transmission fan and cooling fi ns should be kept clean POSITION to assure proper cooling. Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine i
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MAINTENANCE MUFFLER CLAMP Inspect and replace corroded muffl er and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fi re hazard and/or dam- FUEL FILTER age. SPARK PLUGS FIG. 16 Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing � Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever properly positioned. occurs fi rst. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in � Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline. “PROD UCT SPECIFICAT
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE 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. � From right side of mower, disconnect anti-sway bar (S) TRACT
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS D 02965 02996 FIG. 19 NOTE: Be sure mower side suspension arms (A) are pointing A forward before sliding mower under tractor. � Slide mower under tractor until it is centered under tractor. 02965 � ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO NOTE: Be sure mower side suspension arms (A) are point- CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside ing forward before sliding mower under tractor. of tractor chassis and secure with washer and retainer spring. �
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS � Repeat on opposite side of tractor. TO LEVEL MOWER � Turn steering wheel to position wheels straight for- Make sure tires are properly infl ated to the PSI shown on ward. tires. If tires are over or under infl ated, it may affect the � ATTACH FRONT LINK (E) - Work from left side of trac- appearance of your lawn and lead you to think the mower is not adjusted properly. tor. Insert rod end of link assembly through front hole in tractor front suspension bracke
