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IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away
OWNER'S MANUAL
WARNING:
Read the Owner's Manual and follow
MODEL:
all Warnings and Safety Instructions.
Failure to do so can result in serious
injury.
PR18542STC
LAWN TRACTOR
Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation
175682 01.08.01 RH
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. I. GENERAL OPERATION DO NOT: • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the • Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn manual and on the machine before starting. slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. Only allow responsible
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Look for this symbol to point out im- Stop machine if anyone enters the area. portant safety precautions. It means Never carry passengers or children even with the blades CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR off. SAFETY IS INVOLVED. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. CAUTION: In order to prevent acciden- Ne
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give GASOLINE CAPACITY 2.00 GALLONS you the best possible dependability and performance. AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) center/department. We have competent, well-trained tech- SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) nicians and the proper to
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UNASSEMBLED HARDWARE Steering Wheel Seat Steering Extension Shaft (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 Steering Steering (1) Knob Sleeve Wheel Insert (1) Oil Drain Tube (1) Lock For Future Use washer 3/8 Slope Sheet Keys (2) Keys (1) Locknut (1) Large Flat 5/16-18 Washer Blades Steering (2) Mulcher Blades Wheel (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 Adapter 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. Standard wrench sizes are listed. 3/8 HEX BOLT (2) 1/2" wrenches Utility knife 3/8 LOCK WASHER (1) 9/16"
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ASSEMBLY NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. SEAT PAN Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid. TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Opera- LABEL BATTERY tion section, page 10, for location and BOX DOOR function of controls) Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to TERMINAL its highest position. TERMINAL Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. Roll tract
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ASSEMBLY IMPORTANT: FOR SHIPPING PURPOSES, THE CHECK TIRE PRESSURE MULCHER PLATE WAS PREATTACHED TO YOUR The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for MOWER. THE MULCHER PLATE MUST ONLY BE USED shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for WITH THE MULCHING BLADES THAT CAME PACKED best cutting performance. SEPARATELY IN THE CARTON. Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual. YOUR MOWER CAME FACTORY EQUIPPED WITH HIGH PERFO
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OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT LOCKED P ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED 15 15 15 KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS ATTACHMENT (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) CLUTCH DISENGAGED IGNITION FREE WHEEL DANGE
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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 adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. IGNITION LIGHT SWITCH SWITCH ATTACHMENT POSITION CLUTCH LEVER AMMETER LIFT LEVER PLUNGER CHOKE ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/ BRAKE PEDAL THROTTLE CONTROL GEARSHIFT LEVER PARKING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT BRAKE LEVER KNOB FIG. 5 Our tractors con
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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 damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR CAUTION: Always stop tractor com- pletely, as described above, before leav- TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 6) ing the operator's position; to empt
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OPERATION If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. slower position. Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See “TO AD- If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT” in the Operation pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking section of this manual). brake. With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be sure you have wheels s
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OPERATION season. See Storage Instructions for additional information. When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right so Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel that clippings will discharge away from shrubs, fences, tank or permanent damage may occur. driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank (See Fig. 8). filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any If grass
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems T Check for Loose Fasteners R 7 A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 4 C Lubrication Chart T Check Battery Level 6 0 Clean Battery and Terminals R Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension 5 Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension 5 Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil 12 1, ,3 Clean Air Filter 2 E
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR MANDREL TRAILING ASSEMBLY EDGE UP Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- BLADE nance. CENTER BRAKE OPERATION HOLE If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. FLAT WASHER (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). LOCK WASHER STAR TIRES Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See “PRODUCT HEX BOLT (GRADE 8)* SPECIFICATIONS” sectio
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES To open, pull out on the drain valve. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS After oil has drained completely, close and lock the drain Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise until the battery to “leak” power. pin is in the locked position as shown. Open battery box door. Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto to the Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery bottom fitting of th
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 14) TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface. If very The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel dirty or damaged, replace cartridge. filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, replacement is required. Reinstall precleaner cartridge, cover and secure with knobs. With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sec- tions. IMPORTANT: PETROLEUM SOLVENTS, SUCH AS KER
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 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 “OFF” 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. IMPORTANT: IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE TRA
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 18 and 19) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See “PROD- NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual). If tires are EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO- over or underinflated, you will not properly
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 22) (See Fig. 20) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. side of left footrest. BELT REMOVAL Remove mower (See “TO REMOVE MOWER” in this Remove mower from tractor (See “TO REMOVE section of this m
