Summary of the content on the page No. 1
177925 Rev. 4 9.12.01 JH
Printed in U.S.A.
Summary of the content on the page No. 2
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 • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual • Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. and on the machine before starting. Only allow responsible
Summary of the content on the page No. 3
SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop Look for this symbol to point out im- machine if anyone enters the area. portant safety precautions. It means Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always SAFETY IS INVOLVED. look down and behind before and while backing. Never carry children. They may fall off an
Summary of the content on the page No. 4
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Read and observe the safety rules. GASOLINE CAPACITY 3.5 GALLONS Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR using your tractor. Follow the instructions under “Customer Responsibili- OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) ties” and “Storage” sections of this owner’s manual. OIL CAPACITY: W/ FILTER: 4.0 PINTS WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal W/O FILTER: 3.75
Summary of the content on the page No. 5
UNASSEMBLED PARTS Gauge Wheel Steering Wheel (4) Adjusting Bar Steering Sleeve (4) Wheels (4) Retainer Springs (double loop) Steering Sleeve (4) Clevis Pins Extension Steering Steering Wheel Adapter Wheel Insert (4) Washers (4) Locknut 3/8-16 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga. Seat (4) Shoulder Bolt Nose Roller (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Nose Roller Brackets Nose Roller (1) Knob Mower (5) Retainer Springs (2) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 1 (double loop) (2) Retainer Springs (single lo
Summary of the content on the page No. 6
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. STEERING WHEEL TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY INSERT A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed. HEX BOLT (1) Pliers (1) Tire pressure gauge LOCK WASHER
Summary of the content on the page No. 7
ASSEMBLY Be sure all the above assembly steps have been INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) completed. Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline. Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat Place freewheel control in “transmission engaged” posi- to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat tion. to tractor. Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard Sit on seat in operating position, depress brake pedal and s
Summary of the content on the page No. 8
ASSEMBLY Lower mower linkage with attachment lift control. TO ATTACH NOSE ROLLER (See Fig. 5) Be sure belt tension rod is in disengaged position. Position brackets, 17/32 x 7/8 x 16 gauge washers, and nose roller between deck mounting brackets as shown. Install belt into electric clutch pulley groove. Be sure to position brackets on correct side, as shown. Place the suspension arms on outward pointing deck Install hex bolts and lock nuts as shown. Tighten pins. Retain with double lo
Summary of the content on the page No. 9
ASSEMBLY 3 CHECKLIST CHECK TIRE PRESSURE BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC- The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS best cutting performance. QUALITY PRODUCT. Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual. All assembly instructions have b
Summary of the content on the page No. 10
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 DANG
Summary of the content on the page No. 11
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 location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. IGNITION LIGHT SWITCH SWITCH AMMETER POSITION CHOKE CONTROL ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH THROTTLE CONTROL LIFT LEVER PLUNGER BRAKE PEDAL MOTION DRIVE BELT TENSION LIFT LEVER HANDLE PARKING BRAKE LEVER MOTION CONTROL LEVER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT K
Summary of the content on the page No. 12
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 NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig.
Summary of the content on the page No. 13
OPERATION TO OPERATE ON HILLS TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9) Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly CAUTION: Do not drive up or down off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in hills with slopes greater than 15° and operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in do not drive across any slope. proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down NOTE:Adjust gauge wheels with
Summary of the content on the page No. 14
OPERATION Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE “START” position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL fifteen seconds per minute. If the engine does not start The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the after several attempts, push choke control in, wait a few factory, already filled with summer weight oil. minutes and try again. If engine still does not start, pull
Summary of the content on the page No. 15
OPERATION PURGE TRANSMISSION MOWING TIPS Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is CAUTION: Never engage or disengage attached to tractor. freewheel lever while the engine is Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in running. the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recom- Drive so that clippings are dischar
Summary of the content on the page No. 16
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 R Check for Loose Fasteners 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 1 12 , ,3 Clean Air Filter 2 E
Summary of the content on the page No. 17
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR BLADE MANDREL ASSEMBLY Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance. CENTER HOLE BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at BLADE BOLT (SPECIAL) high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). STAR TIRES Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See “PRODUCT FIG. 13 SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual). Keep tires
Summary of the content on the page No. 18
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 15 and 16) TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the Determine temperature range expected before oil change. battery to “leak” power. All oil must meet API service classification SF-SJ. Remove terminal guard. Be sure tractor is on level surface. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery Oil will drain more freely when warm. cable and remove battery from tractor. Ca
Summary of the content on the page No. 19
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES AIR FILTER (See Fig. 17) IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 18) Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of replacement is required. operation or every season, whichever occurs first. With engine cool, remove filte
Summary of the content on the page No. 20
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 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. TRACTOR TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or TO REMOVE M
