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Yard-Man 133Q694G401 Owner's Manual

Yard-Man 133Q694G401 Owner's Manual

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YaRD-MaN
Owner's
Manual
• ASSEMBLY
• OPERATION
• MAINTENANCE
IMPORTANT:
Read Safety Rules and
Instructions Carefully
HYDROSTATIC
LAWN
TRACTORS
Thank you for purchasing an American-built
product.
Model Numbers
133K694G401
133Q694G401
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 arrester
meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by
the operator.
In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states
may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest
engine authorized service dealer or contact YaRD-MaN,
P.O. Box 368022, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
FORM NO. 770-8416H

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  • Page 1 In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact YaRD-MaN, PRINTED IN U.S.A.

  • Page 2: Safe Operation Practices

    IMPORTANT AL SAFETY AND/OR PROPERTY OF YOURSELF AND OTHERS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL THIS SYMBOL POINTSOUT IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONSWHICH, IF NOT FOLLOWED, C OULD ENDANGERTHE PERSON- BEFORE ATTEMPTINGTO OPERATE YOUR UNIT.WHEN YOUSEETHIS SYMBOL-- _1, DANGER: the following safety instructionscouldresult in serious injury or death. This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects.

  • Page 3: Battery Information

    IV. SERVICE 1. Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive. a. Useonly an approved container. b. Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling. Do not smoke.

  • Page 4: Activating The Battery

    Battery Cover Battery Vent Clear Plastic Drain Tube-._ / FIGURE 2. FIGURE 3. ) DANGER Battery contains sulfuric acid. Refer to warning on page 3. Antidote: EXTERNAL--Flush water. INTERNAL--Drink large quantities of water or milk. Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten eggs or vegetable oil.
  • Page 5 SteeringWheel Insert Prongs Steering HexLockNut Bellow CuppedWasher FIGURE 4. FIGURE 5. DeckHanger -C___- FIGURE 6. ATTACHINGTHE STEERING WHEEL 1. Remove the hex lock nut and cupped from the steering shaft, and remove the steering bellow. Pry the steering insert off the center of the steering wheel.

  • Page 6: Ignition Switch

    Black (Negative) Cable FIGURE 7. Cable Tie___/l_ ReiTr fansax/e nt __l Bracket FIGURE 8. IGNITION SWITCH The ignition switch is located on the dashboard. Turn the key to the START position to start the engine. When the engine is running, leave the key in the ON position.

  • Page 7: Indicator Lights

    CHOKECONTROL The choke control is located on the right side of the dashboard and is operated manually. Details for the choke operation are covered in the separate engine manual packed with your unit. See figure 9. LIGHT SWITCH The head lamps are operated by pushing the light switch located on the dashboard.

  • Page 8: Operation

    B. DECK LIFT INDICATOR The deck lift indicator marks the position being used for the lift lever. Select the lift lever position desired, press the indicator lever outward, move it to the posi- tion immediately below the lift lever and release the indicator lever.
  • Page 9 STOPPING THE ENGINE Turn the ignition key to the left to the OFF position. Remove the key to prevent accidental starting. IMPORTANT: If you strike a foreign object, stop the engine. Remove wire from spark plug, thoroughly inspect the unit for any damage, and repair the dam- age before restarting and operating the mower.

  • Page 10: Deck Leveling Adjustment

    4. Loosen the hex nut on the scissor bracket. See figure 13. 5. Start the engine and run at full throttle. 6. Move the hydrostatic control lever until you find neutral (rear wheels do not rotate in either direc- tion). WARNING: Be careful of the cooling fan on the hydrostatic transmission.

  • Page 11: Maintenance

    Minor carburetor adjustments may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude and load. Refer to separate engine manual for carburetor adjustment information. NOTE: A dirty air cleaner will cause an engine to run rough. Be certain air cleaner is clean and attached to the carburetor before adjusting carburetor.

  • Page 12: Wheel Adjustment

    WHEEL ADJUSTMENT The caster (forward slant of the king pin) and the camber (tilt of the wheels out at the top) require no adjustment. Automotive steering principles have been used to determine the caster and camber on the trac- tor. The front wheels should toe-in 1/8 inch. To adjust the toe-in, follow these steps.

  • Page 13: Beltremoval And Replacement

    Add only distilled water. Never add additional acid or any other chemicals to the battery after initial acti- vation. NOTE: After operating the lawn tractor for a long peri- od of time, check the fluid level in the battery as it can overheat and lose fluid.
  • Page 14 3. Unhook the deck belt from the engine pulley. 4. Place the lift lever in the engaged (all the way for- ward) position. 5. Disconnect the spring which is attached bracket on the transaxle, inside the left rear wheel. Use a spring puller or other suitable tool. 6.

  • Page 15: Off-Season Storage

    OFF-SEASON STORAGE If the machine is to be inoperative for a period longer than 30 days, prepare for storage as follows. 1. Clean the engine and the entire unit thoroughly. 2. Lubricate all lubrication points. Wipe the entire machine with an oiled rag to protect the surfaces. 3.

  • Page 16: Troubleshooting Guide

    TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) Engine will not Battery installed incor- crank rectly Battery is dead or weak Blown fuse or circuit breaker Engine ground wire Ioos_ Safety switch button not depressed Engine cranks Throttle or choke not in but will not start starting position No spark to spark plug...
  • Page 17 USE THIS PAGE AS A GUIDE TO DETERMINE 1--_[--- 0000 I... e°°Oooe. ,'_,_ ..Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately riding mower could overturn and cause serious injury. If operating a walk-behind extremely difficult to maintain your footing and you could slip, resulting in serious injury.

  • Page 18: Warranty

    TWO YEAR SUPREME For TWO YEARS from the date of retail purchase within the United States of America, its possessions and territories, YaRD-MaN original purchaser, free of charge, any part or parts found to be defective in material or workmanship. This warranty covers units which have been operated and maintained in...

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