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OWNER'S MANUAL
MODELNO.270451
13.5HP38 INCH
LAWNTRACTOR
• Assembly
• Operation
Maintenance
• Service and Adjustments
• Troubleshooting
• Repair Parts
For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor:
call 1-800-849-1297 For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886
174207 Rev. 3 5.15.02 RD/SV/MH
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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Safety Rules ......................................... 2 Service and Adjustments .................... 20 Product Specifications .......................... 5 Storage ............................................... 25 Assembly .............................................. 7 Troubleshooting ................................. 26 Operation ............................................ 10 Repair Parts ........................................ 30 Maintenance Schedule ...................... 16 Warranty ..
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• Never run a machine inside a closed DO NOT: area. • Do not turn on slopes unless neces- • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade sary, and then, turn slowly and attachment bolts, tight and keep gradually downhill, if possible. equipment in good condition. • Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or • Never tamper with safety devices. embankments. The mower could Check their proper operation regularly. suddenly turn over if a wheel is over • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or the edge of a clif
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• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear • If machine stops while going uphill, so that you will not have to stop or shift disengage blades, shift into reverse while on the slope. and back down slowly. • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If • Do not turn on slopes unless neces- tires lose traction, disengage the sary, and then, turn slowly and blades and proceed slowly straight gradually downhill, if possible. down the slope. _Look for this symbol to point out _CAUTION: Tow only the attachments
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and observe the safety rules. GASOLINE 1.25 GALLONS • Follow a regular schedule in maintain- CAPACITY UNLEADED ing, caring for and using your tractor. AND TYPE: REGULAR • Follow the instructions under "Mainte- OILTYPE SAE 30(ABOVE 32°F nance" and "Storage" sections of this API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 5W-30 owner's manual. (Below 32°F) WARNING: This tractor is equipped OILCAPACITY: 3 PTS with an internal combustion engine and _PARK PLUG: CHAMPION sho
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Steering Wheel (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 Steering Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Lockwasher 3/8 (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 Steering Extension _L Steering Wheel Adapter _St_oeritg Shaft Seat (1) Shoulder (1) Washer Bolt 5/16-18 (_) 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1)Knob Slope Sheet Keys (2) Keys 6
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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. Review the video cassette before you begin. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR • Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock ASSEMBLY washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten securely. A socket wrench set will make assembly • Snap
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TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and function of controls) Ba_e_ Box • Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. • Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal. • Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. INSTALL SEAT • Roll tractor forward off skid. • Remove banding holding discharge Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. guard up against tractor. • Remove adjustment knob and flat TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID
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CHECK TIRE PRESSURE /CHECKUST The tires on your tractor were overin- BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY flated at the factory for shipping pur- YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WlSHTO poses. Correct tire pressure is important ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE for best cutting performance. BEST PERFORMANCE AND • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" PRODUCT. section of this manual. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION CHECKLIST: OF ALL BELTS ,/All a
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These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. f BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING j @l k ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT ! FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED R N H L ATrACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) FREEWHEEL DANGER, KEEP
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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. Attachment Clutch Ignition Switch Lever • " ." Plunger Throttle/Choke Attachment Lift Lever Clutch/ Brake Pedal o Height Adjustment Indicator Brake Lever Gearshif \ Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards In
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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. NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR slow position and allowing engine to idle TO SET PARKING BRAKE before stopping may cause engine to Your tractor is equ
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TO ADJUST MOWER cu'n'ING TO OPERATE ON HILLS HEIGHT _JkCAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do The position of the attachment lift lever not drive across any slope. determines the cutting height. • Grasp lift lever. • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills. • Press plunger with thumb and move lever to desired position. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills. The cutting height range is approxi- mately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are • If s
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BEFORE STARTING THE ENIGNE TO START ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will • The engine in your tractor has been take extra cranking time to move fuel shipped, from the factory, already filled from the tank to the engine. with summer weight oil. • Sit on seat in operating position, • Check engine oil with tractor on level depress clutch/brake pedal and set ground. parking brake. • Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wi
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MOWING TIPS • If grass is extremely tail, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and • Tire chains cannot be used when the possible fire hazard from dried mower housing is attached to tractor. clippings. Make first cut relatively • Mower should be properly leveled for high; the second to the desired height. best mowing performance. See "TO • Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the grass will plug mower and leave Service and Adjustments section of undesirable clumps. All
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Ch6ck Brake Operation _V r Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and T Int_dock Systems If R Check forLoose Fasteners V# _7 If / Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades I_4 T Lubrication Chad _ If 0 Check BaRe,"/Level R Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling !_ Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension II_s Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tens_n !,_s Check Engine Oil Level V w Change Engine Oil _t2,= V' E Clean Air Filter Vw2 N Clean AirScreen _z G Inspect Muffier/Spark Arrester if Oil Filler Replace NI
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TRACTOR • Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as Always observe safety rules when shown. performing any maintenance. IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assem- BRAKE OPERATION bly, center hole in blade must align with If tractor requires more than six (6) feet star on mandrel assembly. stopping distance at high speed in • Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and highest gear, then brake must be flat washer in exact order as shown. adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in • Tighten
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BATTERY NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in Your tractor has a battery charging cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils system which is sufficient for normal use. will result in increased oil consumption However, periodic charging of the battery when used above 32°F. Check your with an automotive charger will extend engine oil level more frequently to avoid its life. possible engine damage from running • Keep battery and terminals clean. low on oil. • Keep
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ENGINE COOLING FINS • Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface. If very dirty or damaged, Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine replace cartridge. cooling fins to prevent engine damage • Reinstall cartridge, nut, precleaner, from overheating. cover and secure with knob(s). • Remove screws from blower housing IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such and lift housing and dipstick tube as kerosene, are not to be used to clean assembly off engine. the cartridge. They may cause deteriora- • Co
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We do not recommend using a garden CLEANING hose to clean your tractor unless the • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. electrical system, muffler, air filter and of all foreign matter. carburetor are covered to keep water out. • Keep finished surfaces and wheels Water in engine can result in a short- free of all _]asoline, oil, etc, ened engine life. • Protect painted surfaces with automo- tive type wax. i 41_CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments: : * Depress clutch/brake
