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MTD Rover Rancher 1742 Operator's Manual

MTD Rover Rancher 1742 Operator's Manual

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Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty
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Rover Rancher 1742 Lawn Tractor
WARNING
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
Printed In USA
Form No. 769-05660
(January 25, 2010)

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  • Page 1 READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Printed In USA Form No. 769-05660...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Visit us on the web at www.rovermowers.com.au Call a Customer Support Representative at (1800) 803-537 Write to Rover Mowers c/o MTD Products Australia• 6 Zenith Rd • Dandenong South, VIC, 3175 If you have any problems or questions concerning the machine, phone your local authorized Rover service dealer or contact us directly.

  • Page 3: Safe Operation Practices

    Important Safe Operation Practices WARNING! This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury.
  • Page 4 A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade contact or thrown object injuries. Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads and while not cutting grass. Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. This machine is not intended for use on any public roadway.
  • Page 5 Children Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. They do not understand the dangers. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.

  • Page 6: Spark Arrestor

    (5) five seconds after operating the blade disengagement control. If the blades do not stop within the this time frame, your machine should be serviced professionally by an authorized MTD Service Dealer. Check brake operation frequently as it is subjected to wear during normal operation.

  • Page 7: Safety Symbols

    Safety Symbols This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Symbol READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate DANGER—...
  • Page 8 2 — i ectiOn MpOrtant peratiOn ractices...

  • Page 9: Assembly & Set-Up

    Assembly & Set-Up Contents of Crate • One Lawn Tractor • One Lawn Tractor Operator’s Manual Tractor Set-Up Moving The Tractor Manually To move the tractor manually, move the shift lever into the neutral position. Shipping Brace Removal WARNING! Make sure the lawn tractor’s engine is off, set the parking brake and remove the ignition key before removing the shipping brace.
  • Page 10 Connecting the Battery Cables CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. CAUTION: When attaching battery cables, always connect the POSITIVE (Red) wire to its terminal first, followed by the NEGATIVE (Black) wire.
  • Page 11 Adjusting the Seat To adjust the position of the seat, lift the seat forward and loosen the seat adjustment knob. Slide the seat forward or rearward to the desired position; then tighten the adjustment knob. Release the seat. See Fig. 3-4. Figure 3-4 WARNING! Before operating the tractor, make sure...

  • Page 12: Controls

    Controls and Features Fuel Tank Cap Fuel Level Indicator Brake Pedal Shift Lever Cup Holder Lawn Tractor controls and features are illustrated in Fig. 4-1 and described on the following pages. WARNING! Read and follow all safety rules and instructions in this manual, including the entire Operation section, before attempting to operate this machine.

  • Page 13: Shift Lever

    Deck Lift Lever Found on your tractor’s right fender, the deck lift lever is used to change the height of the cutting deck. To use, move the lever to the left, then place in the notch best suited for your application. Ignition Switch Module WARNING! Never...
  • Page 14 Fuel Level Indicator The Fuel Level Indicator is located on the left side of the tractor’s dash and indicates the amount of fuel in the gas tank. PTO / Blade Engage Handle Activating the PTO engages power to the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments.

  • Page 15: Operation

    Operation Safety Interlock Switches This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system for the protection of the operator. If the interlock system should ever malfunction, do not operate the tractor. Contact your authorized service dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or starting unless the parking brake is engaged, and the PTO (Blade Engage) lever is in the disengaged (OFF) position.

  • Page 16: Driving The Tractor

    Driving The Tractor WARNING! Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed and sudden stops. Lightly press the brake pedal to release the parking brake. Move the throttle lever into the FAST (rabbit) position. To travel FORWARD, slowly press the drive pedal forward until the desired speed is achieved.

  • Page 17: Engaging The Parking Brake

    Driving On Slopes Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page 7 to help determine slopes where you may operate the tractor safely. WARNING! Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1⁄2 feet every 10 feet).
  • Page 18 Engaging the PTO Engaging the PTO transfers power to the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments. To engage the PTO: Move the Throttle/Choke control lever to the FAST (rabbit) position. Push the PTO/Blade Engage lever forward into the engaged (ON) position.

  • Page 19: Maintenance & Adjustment

    Maintenance & Adjustments Maintenance Schedule Clean Hood/Dash Louvers Check Engine Oil Level Check Air Filter for Dirty, Loose or Damaged Parts Clean and Re-oil Air Filter’s Foam Precleaner Replace Air Filter Element Change Engine Oil and Replace Oil Filter Clean Battery Terminals Lube Front Axles and Rims Clean Engine Cooling Fins Lube Front Deck Wheels...
  • Page 20 Pop open the protective cap on the end of the oil drain valve to expose the drain port. See Fig 6-1. Figure 6-1 Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick from the oil fill tube. Push the oil drain hose (packed with this manual) onto the oil drain port.
  • Page 21 Attach the hose coupler to the water port on your deck’s surface. See Fig. 6-2. Figure 6-2 Turn the water on. While sitting in the operator’s position on the tractor, start the engine and place the throttle lever in the FAST (rabbit) position.
  • Page 22 Deck Spindle Grease fittings can be found on each deck spindle. See Fig. 6-4. Lubricate with 251H EP grease or an equivalent No. 2 multi- purpose lithium grease. Using a grease gun, apply two strokes (minimum) or sufficient grease to the spindle shaft. Figure 6-4 Adjustments WARNING!
  • Page 23 Leveling the Deck (Side to Side) If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly, a side to side adjustment can be performed. Adjust if necessary as follows: With the tractor parked on a firm, level surface, place the deck lift lever in the middle position and rotate both blades so that they are perpendicular with the tractor.

  • Page 24: Service

    Service Cutting Deck Removal Place the PTO/Blade Engage lever in the disengaged (OFF) position and engage the parking brake. Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever into the bottom notch on the right fender. Locate the engine pulley under the front of your tractor. See Fig.
  • Page 25 Pull the deck support pin outward to release the deck from the deck lift arm. See Fig. 7-3. Deck Lift Deck Support Figure 7-3 Repeat the above steps on the tractor’s right side. Move the deck lift lever into the top notch to raise the deck lift arms up and out of the way.

  • Page 26: Cutting Blades

    It may also be necessary to loosen the hex nut on the left idler pulley to get the belt off the pulley and around the belt guard. Carefully remove the deck belt from around the two spindle pulleys and the two deck idler pulleys. See Fig. 7-6. To place the new belt, begin by routing the belt around the two outer spindle pulleys as shown in Fig.
  • Page 27 Place a block of wood between the center deck housing baffle and the cutting blade to act as a stabilizer. See Fig. 7-9. Figure 7-9 Remove the hex flange nut that secures the blade to the spindle assembly. See Fig. 7-9. To properly sharpen the cutting blades, remove equal amounts of metal from both ends of the blades along the cutting edges, parallel to the trailing edge, at a 25°- 30°...
  • Page 28 Charging WARNING! Batteries give off an explosive gas while charging. Charge the battery in a well ventilated area and keep away from an open flame or pilot light as on a water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliances. CAUTION: When charging your tractor’s battery, use only a charger designed for 12V lead-acid...

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Engine fails to start PTO/Blade Engage lever engaged. Parking brake not engaged. Spark plug wire disconnected. Throttle/Choke control lever not in correct starting position. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. Blocked fuel line. Faulty spark plug. Engine flooded. Engine runs erratic Tractor running with Throttle/Choke activated.

  • Page 30: Replacement Parts

    Replacement Parts Component Call (1800) 803-537 to loctae an authorised Rover Dealership for supply of replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual. Be sure to have your model number and serial number ready. Parts Manuals can also be downloaded free of charge at www.rovermowers.com.au. Part Number and Description 759-3336 Spark Plug (Champion RC12YC)
  • Page 31 Component Call (1800) 803-537 to locate your nearest authorised Rover Dealer to supply replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual. Be sure to have your model number and serial number ready. Parts Manuals can also be downloaded free of charge at www.rovermowers.com.au.

  • Page 32: Attachments & Accessories

    Attachments & Accessories The following attachments and accessories are compatible with Rover Rancher 1742 lawn tractors. See the retailer from which you purchased your tractor, an authorized Rover Service Dealer or phone (1800) 803-537 for information regarding price and availability.
  • Page 33 Notes...

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