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IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away
WARNING:
Read this Owner's Manual and
OWNER'S MANUAL
follow all Warnings and Safety
Instructions. Failure to do so can
result in serious injury.
MODEL:
PRK17G42STB
LAWN TRACTOR
178108 1.10.01 RD
Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation
Printed in U.S.A.
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. I. GENERAL OPERATION DO NOT: • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the • Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn manual and on the machine before starting. slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. Do not mow near drop-of
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service Look for this symbol to point out im- as required. portant safety precautions. It means Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR machine if anyone enters the area. SAFETY IS INVOLVED. Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind b
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give GASOLINE CAPACITY 2.00 GALLONS you the best possible dependability and performance. AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Should you experience any problem you cannot easily OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 10W-30 (above 32°F) remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) centre/department. We have competent, well-trained tech- nicians and the prope
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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Steering Wheel Seat Steering Extension Shaft (1) Hex Bolt (1) Washer 3/8-16 x 1 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Steering Wheel Insert (1) Knob Steering Sleeve (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use (1) Lock washer 3/8 Slope Sheet Keys (2) Keys (1) Locknut 5/16-18 Steering (2) Mulcher Blades (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 Wheel Adapter 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. Standard wrench sizes are listed. (2) 1/2" wrenches Utility knife 3/8 HEX BOLT (2) 9/16" wrench Tire pre
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ASSEMBLY NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the SEAT PAN tractor from the skid. TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Opera- LABEL tion section, page 10, for location and BATTERY function of controls) BOX DOOR Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. TERMINAL TERMINAL Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. Roll tract
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ASSEMBLY CHECK TIRE PRESSURE IMPORTANT: FOR SHIPPING PURPOSES, THE MULCHER PLATE WAS PREATTACHED TO YOUR The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for MOWER. THE MULCHER PLATE MUST ONLY BE USED shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for WITH THE MULCHING BLADES THAT CAME PACKED best cutting performance. SEPARATELY IN THE CARTON. Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual. YOUR MOWER CAME FACTORY EQUIPPED WITH HIGH PERFO
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OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT LOCKED P ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED 15 15 15 KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS ATTACHMENT (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) CLUTCH DISENGAGED IGNITION FREE WHEEL DANGE
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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 adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. IGNITION LIGHT SWITCH SWITCH ATTACHMENT POSITION CLUTCH LEVER AMMETER THROTTLE/ LIFT LEVER CHOKE PLUNGER CONTROL ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/ BRAKE PEDAL PARKING BRAKE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB GEAR SHIFT LEVER FIG. 5 Our tractors conform
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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 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. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig.
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OPERATION Select desired height of cut. If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake Lower mower with attachment lift control. pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch brake. control. Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be sure you have TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart clutch control. movement. To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and
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OPERATION If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip- filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any pings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or desired height. use gasoline near an open flame. Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 6) be
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems T R Check for Loose Fasteners 7 A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 4 C Lubrication Chart T Check Battery Level 6 0 Clean Battery and Terminals R Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension 5 Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension 5 Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil 12 1, ,3 Clean Air Filter 2 E
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR MANDREL TRAILING ASSEMBLY EDGE UP Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- BLADE nance. CENTER BRAKE OPERATION HOLE If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at FLAT WASHER high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments LOCK WASHER STAR section of this manual). TIRES Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See “PRODUCT HEX BOLT (GRADE 8)* SPECIFICATIONS” sectio
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS To open, pull out on the drain valve. After oil has drained completely, close and lock the drain Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise until the battery to “leak” power. pin is in the locked position as shown. Open battery box door. Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto to the Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery bottom fitting of th
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MUFFLER AIR FILTER (See Fig. 15) Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of SPARK PLUGS operation or every season, whichever occurs first. Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing Service air cleaner more
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 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 “OFF” 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. Disconnect front links from deck by removin
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure distance TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING “D” directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or of mower housing as shown. driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See “PROD- Before making any necessary adjustments, check that UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual). If tires are both front links are equal in length. Both links should be over or un
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT WITH PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 22) “ENGAGED” 1-1/2" The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL - Remove mower from tractor (See “TO REMOVE NUT “A” MOWER” in this section of this manual). Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys. JAM NUT Pull belt away from mower. BELT INSTALLATION - Install new belt in reverse order of removal. Make s
