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IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away
03076
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
WARNING:
MODEL:
Read this Man u al and follow all Warnings
and Safety Instructions. Fail ure to do so can
PBA19542LTX re sult in serious in ju ry.
LAWN TRACTOR
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION
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418757 12.01.07 SR Printed in 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. • Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, discharge guard, or other safety devices in place and WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci - working. den tal starting when setting up, trans- • Slow down before turning. port ing, ad just ing
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. CHILDREN GENERAL SERVICE • Never operate machine in a closed area. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition. the ma chine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper • Ke
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and observe the safety rules. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for Gasoline Capacity 1.50 Gallons and using your tractor. and Type: Unleaded Regular • Follow the instructions under “Maintenace” and “Stor- Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) age” sec tions of this own er’s manual. SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) Oil Capacity: W/Filter: 56 oz WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal com- W/O Filter:
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Steering (1) Large Flat Washer Wheel Insert (1) 5/16 Lock Washer (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 4 Steering Steering Wheel Extension Adapter Steering Shaft Boot Seat (1) Washer (1) Knob (1) Seat (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Slope Sheet Keys (2) Keys 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. Stan dard wrench sizes are listed. 5/16 Hex Bolt (1) 3/4" wrench Pliers 5/16 Lock Washer (1) 1/2"
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ASSEMBLY CHECK BATTERY (See Fig. 3) INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 2) • Lift seat pan to raised position. Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. • If this battery is put into service after month and year • Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing indicated on label (label located between terminals) seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps. of seat to tractor. (See "BATTERY" in MAINTENANCE section of this • Pivot seat u
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ASSEMBLY ✓CHECKLIST TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op- er a tion section for location and func tion of BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PER- con trols) FORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY • Be sure all the above assembly steps have been com- PRODUCT. plet ed. • Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: • Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake ✓ All assembly instr
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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 START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON 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 S
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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. AT TACH MENT IGNITION ROS "ON" POSITION CLUTCH LEVER SWITCH LIFT LEVER LIGHT SWITCH PLUNGER THROTTLE/CHOKE ATTACHMENT CONTROL LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE GEAR SHIFT LEVER 02838_LSW FIG
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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 adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or stan dard safety glasses. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR idle with the engine running, hot en gine exhaust gases may TO SET PARKING BRA
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OPERATION REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 6) Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens- (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse ing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged the engine unless ignition key is placed in the ROS "ON" will shut off t
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OPERATION ADD GASOLINE TO TRANSPORT • Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill. • Raise attachment lift to highest position with at tach ment Use fresh, clean, regular un lead ed gasoline with a lift control. minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce • When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N) position. valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quan ti
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OPERATION COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50° F and below) • If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to • When engine starts, allow engine to run with the reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip- throttle control in the choke position until the engine pings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the runs roughly, then move throttle control to fast posi- desired height. tion. This may require an engine warm-up period from • Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet gra
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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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02545 MAINTENANCE BLADE CARE TRACTOR For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Re place Always observe safety rules when per form ing any main- bent or damaged blades. 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 highest your tractor. Using a blade not approved speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved by the manufacturer of your tractor is surface, then brak
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01202 MAINTENANCE • Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground. The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid main te - If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal nance is not required for the life of the transaxle. Should position. If either end of the blade moves downward, the transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balan
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MAINTENANCE • Unlock drain valve by pushing inward and turning IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 14) coun ter clock wise. The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel • To open, pull out on the drain valve. filter becomes clogged, ob struct ing fuel flow to car bu re tor, • After oil has drained completely, close and lock the re place ment is re quired. drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise • With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sec- until the pin
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SE RI OUS IN JU RY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUST- MENTS: • 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 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. TO INSTA
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01156 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 18 and 19) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF THE TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FOLLOWING FRONT -TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY , Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground BE SURE TO AD JUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUAL LY SO or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. “PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual). If To obtain the best cutting
