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YARDMACHINES
OWNER'S GUiD
Model Series
690 Thru 699
HYDROSTATIC LAWN
TRACTORS
IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-
covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark attester meeting
applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order
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IMPORTANT OPERATIONPRACTICES THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANTSAFETYIN ;TRUCTIONSWHICH, IF NOT FOLLOWED,COULDENDANGERTHE PERSONAL SAFETYAND/OR PROPERTYOF YOURSELFAND O-HERS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONSIN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ,_IL & dlZ ATTEMPTINGTOOPERATE YOUR UNIT.WHENYOU S !ETHIS SYMBOL-- ,_ HEEDITS WARNING. Yourlawn mower was builtt be operated accordingto the rules for safe operation in this manual. As with any type of powerequipment carelessnessor error on the parl of the operatorcan resu
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6. Keepall nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is 4. Nevercarry children, even withthe blades off. They may fall off in safe working condition. and be seriously injured or interfere with the safe machine oper- 7. Never tamper with safety devices. Checktheir proper operation ation. regularly. Use all guards as instructed in this manual. 5. Neverallow children under 14years old to operatethe machine. 8. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, remove the wire Children 14
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UNPACKING . TO REMOVE UNIT FROM CRATE Loose parts (may include the owner's guide, steering wheel, optional oil drain sleeve, battery 1. Remove all screws from the top of the c_ate using fluid, chute deflector, optional mulching kit, etc.) a 1/4" hex head socket or a flat blade scl ewdriver. are on the seat or in a box wrapped in plastic. 2. To remove ends, grasp top board on the end, and Carefully cut and remove the plastic wrap. pull towards you in a downward motion. Remove the loose parts. 3.
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CHARGE THE BATTERY after the 30 minute standing BATTERYIDENTIFICATION period. Battery P/N 725-1705B--Charge at 2-3 amps for one hour. Battery P/N 725-1707B and 725- 0453E-Charge at 6 amps for one hour. NOTE: If you charge the battery at a lower AMP rate, use a hydrometer to make sure the battery is com- p/ete/y charged. The hydrometer should read 1.260 minimum at an electrolyte temperature of 60-110°F. DO NOT CHARGE AT MORE THAN 6 AMPS. Type "A" ATTACHINGTHE STEERING WHEEL 1. The hardware for at
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_- ATI'ACHING THE SEAT Screws Remove the four screws which secure the seat to the seat pivot bracket. Turn the seat around and place in 7 position against the seat pivot bracket, lining up the slotted holes in the pivot bracket with the holes in the seat. Select desired position for the seat, and secure with the four screws. See figure 2. NOTE: Your seat may have been shipped in a box. Remove the four screws from the bottom of seat and place seat in position against the seat pivot bracket. Follo
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<--LEVELING THE DECK ,ckHanger _-_ With unit on hard, level surface, measure the distance from the bottom edge of the center of the left side of deck to the ground. Measure the same distance on the ustable/ center of the right side of the deck, just behind the chute area. Or, place the blades in a straight line, and measure the distance from the outside edge of the blade tips to the ground. If adjustment is needed, proceed as follows. 1. Remove the hairpin clip and flat washer from the bottom of
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CONTROLS IGNITION SWITCH HYDROSTATICCONTROL LEVER The ignition switch is located on the dashlo3ard. The The hydrostatic control lever is located on top of the engine is started by turning the key to the ST _,RT posi- fender on the right side of the tractor. This single con- tion. When the engine is running, leave the {ey in the trol lever, connected to the hydrostatic transmission, ON position. To stop the engine, turn the _ey to the controls both the speed and direction of the tractor. OFF posi
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IELIEFVALVE Lift Lever hydrostatic relief valve is provided so the unit can be noved without the engine running. The lever which Iperates the relief valve is located on the console. See igure 9. o operate the relief valve, place the hydrostatic con- rol lever in neutral, release the parking brake, push he lever forward and to the right to lock. Be certain to elease the lever by pushing it to the left before operat- O ng the engine. Lift Indicator ° NDICATOR LIGHTS (Optional) FIGURE 10. f your un
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STARTING THE ENGINE IMPORTANT: This unit is equipped with a safety WARNING: Look to the rear before back- ing up. interlock system for your protection. The I:urpose of the safety interlock system is to prevent tl_e engine To stop the lawn tractor, pull the hydrostatic control from cranking or starting unless the clutoh-bu ake pedal lever into NEUTRAL (N) or depress the clutch-brake is depressed and the lift lever is in the BLA 3ES OFF pedal. position. In addition, the lift lever must I_e in the
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DECKLEVELINGADJUSTMENT Ifadjustment isnecessary, followthesesteps: If an uneven cut is obtained, the deck may be leveled 1. Raisebothrearwheelsoffthegroundby placing by following instructions in Assembly section. blocksundertherearframe. 2. Remove thetransmission panelbyremoving the CUTTING DECK ENGAGEMENTADJUSTMENT parking brakeknobandtrussmachine screws. The cutting deck engagement may be adjusted to 3. Loosenthe hexjam nuton the speedselector make certain deck is disengaged when lift lever is
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BRAKEADJUSTMENT (See figure 13) LUBRICATION The brake is located by the right rear wheel ir side the frame. The brake has been set at the factoly to the WARNING: Always stop engine and dis- proper clearance. During normal operation of this connect spark plug wire before cleaning, machine, the brakes are subject to wear and will & lubricating or doing any kind of work on require periodic examination and adjustment. lawn tractor. STEERING GEARS Lubricate teeth of steering gears with automotive run
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FUELFILTER MAINTENANCE Your unit is equipped with a replaceable in-line fuel filter. Replace filter whenever contamination or dis- coloration is noticed. Order replacement filter through wire and ground against the engine WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug your authorized engine service dealer. before performing any adjustments, repairs or maintenance. TROUBLE SHOOTING CLEANING ENGINE AND DECK Refer to the chart on page 17 for trouble shooting Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be wip
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BATTERYCAREAND MAINTENANCE (TYPE "A" BATTERY) Type "A" batteries are sealed and are maintenance free. BATTERYCAREAND MAINTENANCE (TYPE "B" BATTERY) CHECK FLUID LEVEL Check fluid level inside each cell of the battery every two weeks and before and after charging. Always keep level between maximum and minimum fill level. t B .I t (118" LessThan A) -I Add only distilled water. Never add additional acid or any other chemicals to the battery after initial FIGURE 17. activation. NOTE: After operating
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3. Place the lift lever in the BLADES OFF position. BATTERY FAILURES Some common causes for battery failure are: incorrect 4. Remove the belt keeper pins from the lower initial activation, lack of water, adding chemicals other frame. See figure 18. than water after initial activation, undercharging, over- 5. Unhook the deck belt from the engine pulley. charging, corroded connections, freezing. These 6. Place the lift lever in the engaged (all the way failures do not constitute warranty. forward)
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Center Bolt 7. Disconnect thestabilizer platefromthe _tabilizer Lock Washer shaftassembly byremoving thehairpinI:lipsand Flat Washer flatwashers andslidingouttherod.Refer tofigure 12. 8. Disconnect the six decklinksby remoJing the hairpin clipsandflatwashers. 9. PlacetheliftleverintheBLADES OFFpcsition. 10. Slidethedeckfrombeneath thelawntrac:or. 11. Remove thetopdeckdrivebeltbylifting_ponthe stabilizer plate,andslipping beltofftheptIley. 12. Remove thebeltcoveratthetwoouside (eckpul- leys,byrem
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6. Store unit in a clean, dry area. Do not store next to corrosive materials, such as fertilizer. NOTE: When storing any type of power equipment in an unventilated or metal storage shed, care should be taken to rustproof the equipment. Using a light oil or silicone, coat the equipment, especially any chains, springs, bearings and cables. TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE CORRECTIVE ACTION OBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) There are two switches in the starting circuit of your unit: the clutch pedal switch and the de
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OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT At the time of manufacture {_f lawn tractor, the following optional equipment is available. NOTE: These lawn tractors are not designed for ground-engaging equipment (tillers, plows, etc.). Description Model No. 40" Two Stage Snow Thrower 190-621-000 42" Dozer Blad 190-620-000 Mulching Kit fo 38"/42" Deck 190-112-000 Mulching Kit fo 46" Deck 190-118-000 Twin Bag Gras_; Collector for 36", 38" 190-063-000 and 42" Side Discharge Decks Twin Bag Gras.,; Collector for 46" Side Discha
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USE THIS PAGE AS A GUIDE TO DETERMINE SLOPES WHERE YOU MAY NOT OPERATE SAFELY, SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE A POWER POLE °oo o L_Ln T"- L_Ln 15° _AA_AAAAA Ge._a_4_q_4_4_4_t WA RNiN VVT_VVVV_ Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). A riding mower could overturn and cause serious injury, If operating a walk-behind mower on such a slope, it is extremely difficult to maintain your footing and you could slip, re
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Copy the information from your model plate here: (Located Under The Seat) % N[]INSININININSININ Haveyour YO_./ iP model number available when youcall '37-0208 Drive Belt 754-0441 Control Wire 18.5" '46-0501 DECK 38": Blades 742-0610 754-043 V-Belt (Deck) Control Wire 35" Lg. '46-0634 Grass Collector+ 190-063-000 731-0484A Front Hub Cap (Black) 754-O373 V-Belt/Deck, Electric PTO + Grass Collector+ 190-063-000 Rear Wheel Cover (Gray)+ 73 _-1615A DECK 46": V-Belt 754-0439 Front Wheel Bearings (Plas
