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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
MODEL NO. 96041018000
*
22 HP 42 INCH
LAWN TRACTOR
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Service and Adjustments
• Storage
• Troubleshooting
For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor:
call 1-800-849-1297 For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886
*As rated by the engine manufacturer
532 43 45-43
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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 the machine while under the influence WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci den tal of alcohol or drugs. starting when setting up, trans port ing, • Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing ad just ing or making repairs, al wa
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers GENERAL SERVICE III. CHILDREN • Never operate machine in a closed area. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment the presence of children. Children are often attracted to is in safe working condition. the ma chine and the mowing activity. Never assume that • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper children will remain where you last saw them. ope
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS It has been designed, engineered and manu fac tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Gasoline Capacity 1.50 Gallons and Type: Unleaded Regular Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) center/department. We have competent, well-trained tech ni- SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) cians and
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel (1) Lock Washer Steering (1) Large Wheel Insert Flat Washer Steering Wheel (1) Hex Bolt Steering Steering Wheel Extension Adapter Shaft Steering Boot Seat (1) Washer (1) Seat (1) Bolt Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Key(s) 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 ensure proper tightness. INSTALL STEERING WHEEL TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY • Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Stan dard straight forward
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ASSEMBLY • Connect switch to seat. CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF BELTS • Place seat on seat pan so all three (3) bottom pads See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and are positioned over large slotted holes in pan. mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments sec- • Push down on seat to engage pads in slots and pull tion of this manual. V erify that the belts are routed correctly. seat towards rear of tractor. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM • Raise seat and tighten bolt securely.
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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 REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW SLOW CHOKE IGNITION SWITCH P ENGINE START ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE OPERATION LOCKED UNLOCKED SYSTEM (ROS) FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD OVER TEMP MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT LIGHT 15 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT SLOPE HAZARDS DANGER, KEEP HANDS KEEP AREA CLEAR CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH
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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. R ROS "ON" OS "ON" P POSITION OSITION LIGHT SWITCH LIGHT SWITCH THROTTLE/CHOKE THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL CONTROL A AT TT TA ACHMENT CHMENT CL CLUTCH/BRAKE UTCH/BRAKE CL CLUTCH LEVER UTCH LEVER PEDAL PEDAL IGNITION IGNITION P PA ARKING
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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 spec- tacles or stan dard safety glasses. • Never use choke to stop engine. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY POSITION OTHER THAN "STOP" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO
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OPERATION TO ADJUST MOWER CUT TING HEIGHT REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) (See Fig. 10) Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse The po si tion of the at tach ment lift le ver (A) de ter mines the direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the cut ting height. engine unless ignition key is placed in the ROS "ON" position. WARNING: Backing up with the attachment clutch en- gaged while mowing is strong
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OPERATION • Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. TO OPERATE ON HILLS • Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds, CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15° and remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until do not drive across any slope. “FULL” mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill. • For cold weather operation you should change oil for • Choose the lowest speed be
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OPERATION 5. Move motion control lever to neutral position. Shut- off WARM WEATHER STARTING (50°F (10°C) and above) engine and set parking brake. • When engine starts, move the throttle control to the fast position. 6. Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in engaged position (See “TO TRANSPORT” in this sec- • The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If tion of manual). the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using
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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 Clean Debris Off Steering Plate 5 Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil
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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. BRAKE OPERATION CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade ap- If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest proved by the manufacturer of your tractor. 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
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MAINTENANCE OIL DRAIN VALVE V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours CLOSED of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not AND ad just able. Re place belts if they begin to slip from wear. LOCKED POSITION TRANSAXLE MAINTENANCE The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean DRAIN YEL LOW CAP to assure proper cooling. TUBE Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is running or while the transmission is hot. To prevent pos- Fig.
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00667 MAINTENANCE DECK WASHOUT PORT (See Fig. 22) IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 20) Your tractor’s deck is equipped with a washout port on The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel its surface as part of its deck wash system. It should be filter becomes clogged, ob struct ing fuel flow to car bu re tor, utilized after each use. re place ment is re quired. 1. Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your lawn, near • With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SE RI OUS IN JU RY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral 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. IMPORTANT: IF AN ATTA
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO • Insert end of link (E) into hole in front mower bracket CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside and secure with washer and retainer spring (J). of tractor chassis and secure with retainer spring. E • Repeat on opposite side of tractor. A J F H B Fig. 26 • Hook end of clutch cable spring (Q) into hole in idler arm (R). Fig. 24 • Push clutch cable housing guide (P) into bracket, slide • ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS (C
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • If adjustment is necessary, see step in Visual Adjust- TO LEVEL MOWER ment instructions above. Make sure tires are properly inflated to the PSI shown on • Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until both tires. If tires are over or under inflated, it may affect the sides are equal. appearance of your lawn and lead you to think the mower is not adjusted properly. FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 31 & 32) VISUAL SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 29) IMPORTANT:
