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IMPORTANT MANUAL DO NOT THROW AWAY
03076
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
WARNING:
Read this Man u al and follow all Warnings
and Safety Instructions. Fail ure to do so
MODEL:
can re sult in serious in ju ry.
PPH25K54
LAWN TRACTOR
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION
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426623 02.20.09 SR/AP Printed in the 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. • Slow down before turning. WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci den tal • Never leave a running machine unattended. Always starting when setting up, trans port ing, turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and ad just ing or making repairs,
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to GENERAL SERVICE the presence of children. Children are often attracted to • Never operate machine in a closed area. the ma chine and the mowing activity. Never assume that • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment children will remain where you last saw them. is in safe working condition. • Keep children out of the mowing area and in the watchful
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and observe the safety rules. Gasoline Capacity 4 Gallons • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and type: Unleaded Regular and using your tractor. Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) • Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “Stor- SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) age” sec tions of this own er’s manual. Oil Capacity: W/ Filter: 64 oz WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal com- bus tion engin
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Mower Mower Front Wheel (5) Large Retainer Springs - 7/16 (1) 3/4 O.D. Washers (1) Wheel (1) 1-1/4 O.D. Washer (2) Smaller Retainer Springs - 5/16 (1) Locknut (1) Shoulder Bolt 3/8-16 (3) 1-3/16 O.D. Washers (1) Anti-Sway Bar Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Keys (2) Rear Lift Link Assemblies (2) Keys Steering Wheel Steering (1) Flat Washer Wheel Insert Steering Wheel Adapter Steering (1) Locknut Boot Seat (1) Washer (1) Hex Bolt (1) Seat 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. TO INSTALL STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 2) TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY • Remove locknut and large flat wash er from steering A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Stan dard shaft.
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ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLE FRONT WHEEL TO MOWER (See Fig. 5) SEAT • Using shoulder bolt, washer and locknut from parts bag, as- SWITCH sem ble front wheel to mower as shown. Tighten securely. PAD SLOT SEAT PAN TAPE WIRING HARNESS Fig. 3 • Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat. Fig. 5 Press clutch/brake pedal all the way down. If operating position is not comfortable, adjust seat. TO INSTALL MOWER (See Figs. 6-13) Be sure tractor is on level surface and engage park ing brake. SLOT TAPE
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ASSEMBLY • FIRST INSTALL ANTI-SWAY BAR (S). • ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside • From right side of mower, insert anti-sway bar into of tractor chassis and secure with retainer spring. hole in transmission bracket (T). • Repeat on opposite side of tractor. S T A B Fig. 10 A • ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS (C) - Lift rear corner of mower and position slot in link assembly over pin on Fig. 8 rear mower bracket (D) and secure with washer
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ASSEMBLY • ATTACH FRONT LINK (E) - Work from left side of tractor. CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL Insert rod end of link assembly through front hole in trac- BELTS tor front suspension bracket (F) and secure with retainer See the Figures that are shown for replacing motion and spring (G) through hole in link located behind the bracket. mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments sec- • Insert other end of link (E) into hole in front mower bracket tion of this manual. Verify t
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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 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 SAF
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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 P E H D N B F C J Q A K M L Fig. 15 Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. (A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to raise and lower (H) LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights
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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 ad just ments or repairs. We rec om mend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. NOTE: Failure to move throttle control between half and full HOW TO USE YOUR TRAC TOR speed (fast) position, before stop ping may cause engine to “backfi
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OPERATION The cutting height range is ap prox i mate ly 1" to 4". The TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with (See Fig. 19) the engine not running. These heights are approximate and The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass forward and reverse drive pedals. and types of grass being mowed. • Start tractor and release parking brake. • The average lawn should be cut to appr
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OPERATION REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATT ACH MENTS Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your trac- direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the tor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load, engine unless ignition key is placed in the ROS "ON" position. while o
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OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 15) BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine. The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the • Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission en gaged factory, already filled with sum mer weight oil. position. • Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. • Sit on seat in opera
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OPERATION PURGE TRANSMISSION MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower hous ing CAUTION: Never engage or disengage is attached to tractor. freewheel lever while the engine is run ning. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. To ensure proper operation and performance, it is rec om- mend ed that the transmission be purged before operating • The left hand side of mower s
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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 1,2 Change Engine Oil (with oil filte
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MAINTENANCE BLADE CARE TRACTOR For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Re place Always observe safety rules when per form ing any bent or damaged blades. main te nance. CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade ap- BRAKE OPERATION proved by the manufacturer of your tractor. If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest Using a blade not approved by the manu- speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved facturer of your tractor is hazardous, could surface
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MAINTENANCE V-BELTS TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 28 and 29) Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours Determine temperature range expected before oil change. of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not All oil must meet API service classification C. ad just able. Re place belts if they begin to slip from wear. • Be sure tractor is on level surface. • Oil will drain more freely when warm. TRANSAXLE MAINTENANCE • Catch oil in a suitable container. The transmissi
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00667 MAINTENANCE CLEAN AIR SCREEN DECK WASHOUT PORT (See Fig. 31) Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent Your tractor’s deck is equipped with a washout port on engine dam age from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or its surface as part of its deck wash system. It should be compressed air to re move dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. utilized after each use. 1. Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your lawn, near AIR FILTER enough to a water spigot for your g
