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IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away
184314 Rev. 1 08.13.02 TR
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. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. WARNING: Do not coast down a hill in neutral, you may lose control of the trac- Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. tor. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with saf
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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 “Maintenance” and “Stor- OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) age” sections of this owner’s manual. SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal OIL CAPACITY: W/ FILTER: 4.0 PINTS combustion engine and sho
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Gauge Wheels Steering Wheel (4) Shoulder Bolts (4) Wheels (4) Adjusting Bars Steering Sleeve Steering Sleeve Extension (4) Clevis Pins (4) Washers 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga. Steering Steering Wheel Adapter Wheel Insert (4) Retainer Springs Seat (4) Locknuts 3/8-16 (double loop) Nose Roller (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Rod (2) Locknuts (1) Knob 5/16-18 Retainer Spring Mower Nose Roller (2) Flanged Brackets Pins (2) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 1 (1) Front Plate
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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 STEERING WHEEL A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard INSERT wrench sizes are listed. LOCK NUT (1) Tire pressure gauge (2) 9/16" wrenches (1)
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ASSEMBLY INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Opera- tion section, page 11, for location and func- Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. tion of controls) Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat WARNING: Before starting, read, understand and follow to tractor. all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Be Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard sure tractor is in a well-ve
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ASSEMBLY If equipped, turn height adjustment knob counterclock- TO ATTACH NOSE ROLLER (See Fig. 5) wise until it stops. Assemble brackets "A" and "B" to the inside of mower mounting brackets as shown. Tighten securely. Lower mower linkage with attachment lift control. Be sure belt tension rod is in disengaged position. NOTE: Be sure bracket tabs are positioned in tab holes in mower brackets. Install belt into electric clutch pulley groove. Position nose roller between brackets and
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ASSEMBLY CHECK TIRE PRESSURE CHECKLIST The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC- shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE best cutting performance. BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT QUALITY PRODUCT. SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: All assembly instructions have b
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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 IGNITION REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE P LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE ENGINE OFF PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE OVER TEMP FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT LIGHT 15 15 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT SLOPE HAZARDS DANGER, KEEP HANDS KEEP AREA CLEAR CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED AND FEET AWAY (
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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 AMMETER SWITCH POSITION HOURMETER ATTACHMENT CHOKE CONTROL CLUTCH SWITCH LIFT LEVER PLUNGER THROTTLE 0 CONTROL 60 60 ELAPSED TIME 000000 00 00 AMPS HOURS 1/10 ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER BRAKE PEDAL REVERSE DRIVE PED
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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. 8) ing the operator's position; to empt
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OPERATION The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 CAUTION: Do not operate the mower inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches without either the entire grass catcher, during hot months. For healthier and better looking on mowers so equipped, or the deflector lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. shield in place. For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively high; the second to desired height. A
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OPERATION CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emp- tied before storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions f
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OPERATION AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP MOWING TIPS Before driving the unit in cold weather, the transmission Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing should be warmed up as follows: performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Be sure the tractor is on level ground. The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. Release the parking brake and let the brake slowly return to operating position. Drive so that clippi
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MAINTENANCE 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 5 A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 3 C Lubrication Chart T Check Battery Level 4 0 Clean Battery and Terminals R Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) 1,2 Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) 1,2 E Clean Air Filter N 2 G Clean Air
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MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT: TO ENSURE PROPER ASSEMBLY, TRACTOR CENTER HOLE IN BLADE MUST ALIGN WITH STAR ON MANDREL ASSEMBLY. Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance. Install and tighten blade bolt securely (45-55 Ft. Lbs. torque). BRAKE OPERATION IMPORTANT: SPECIAL BLADE BOLT HEAT TREATED. If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. CENTER HOLE (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Adjust- ments
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MAINTENANCE V-BELTS TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 15 and 16) Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of Determine temperature range expected before oil change. operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not All oil must meet API service classification SF-SJ. adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. Be sure tractor is on level surface. TRANSAXLE COOLING Oil will drain more freely when warm. Catch oil in a suitable container. The transmission fan a
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MAINTENANCE AIR FILTER (See Fig. 17) IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 18) The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or replacement is required. every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sec- operation or every season, whichever oc
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. 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 TO I
