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- Page 1 YDRO TRACTO Operator Manual Models 936040 54" Precision Hydro Tractor 423939 Rev. 2 12.09.08 _ ENGL,SH Printed in USA...
- Page 2 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride=On Mowers DANGER: 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. • Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, WARNING: in order to prevent ac= discharge guard, or other safety devices in place and...
- Page 3 SAFETY RULES & Safe Operation Practices for Ride=On Mowers ill. CHILDREN GENERAL SERVICE Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to • Never operate machine in a closed area. the presence of children. Children are often attracted to •...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
PRODUCT SPECiFiCATiONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Gasoline Capacity 3 Gallons • Read and observe the safety rules. and type: Unleaded Regular • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) and using your tractor. SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) •... - Page 5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Mower Front Wheel Mower (5) Large Retainer Springs - 7/16 (1) 3/40.D. Washers (1) Wheel (1) 1-1/40.D. Washer (2) Smaller Retainer Springs - 5/16 (1) Locknut (1) Shoulder Bolt 3/8-16 (3) 1-3/16 O.D. Washers (1) Anti-Sway Bar Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Keys...
- Page 6 ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping puposes. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY ADJUST SEAT (See Fig. 2) • Sit in seat. A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed.
- Page 7 ASSEMBLY TO iNSTALL MOWER (See Figs. 4=12) NOTE: You may now roll tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from Be sure tractor is on level surface and engage parking brake. the skid. • Lower attachment lift lever to it's lowest position.
- Page 8 ASSEMBLY • FIRST INSTALL ANTI-SWAY BAR (S). • From right side of mower, insert anti-sway bar into hole in transmission bracket (T). Fig. 10 • ATTACH FRONT LINK (E) - Work from left side of tractor. Insert rod end of link assembly through front hole in trac- tor front suspension bracket (F) and secure with retainer spring (G) through hole in link located behindthe bracket.
- Page 9 ASSEMBLY "V/CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE CHECK TIRE PRESSURE WtSH TO ENSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory PERFORMANCE SATISFACTION FROM THIS for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important QUALITY PRODUCT.
- Page 10 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)
- Page 11 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. 03085 Fig, 13 Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.
- Page 12 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 standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
- Page 13 OPERATION TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD The cutting height range is approximately 1" to 4". The (See Fig. 17) heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These heights are approximate The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of forward and reverse drive pedals.
- Page 14 OPERATION USING THE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM TO OPERATE ON HILLS Only use if you are certain no children or other bystanders will enter the mowing area. CAUTION: Do not drive up or down • Depress brake pedal all the way down. hills with slopes greater than 15 °...
- Page 15 OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to "START" position and release key as soon as engine starts. CHECK ENGINE OiL LEVEL Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute. If the engine does not start after The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the several attempts, move throttle control to fast position,...
- Page 16 OPERATION MOWING TIPS CAUTION: At any time, during step 4, there i • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing may be movement of the drive wheels. is attached to tractor. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing Move motion control lever to full forward position and performance.
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Page 17: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE EACH SEASON STORAGE SCHEDULE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS v" Check Brake Operation v" Check Tire Pressure 1,,' Presence & ROS Check Operator Systems v" Check for Loose Fasteners Mower Blades Check/Replace v"... - Page 18 MAINTENANCE TRACTOR BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be sharp. Replace Always observe safety rules when performing any main- tenance. worn, bent or damaged blades. BRAKE OPERATION approved by the manufacturer of your If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest tractor.
- Page 19 MAINTENANCE BATTERY TRANSAXLE COOLING Your tractor has a battery charging system which issufficient The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery to ensure proper cooling. with an automotive charger will extend its life. Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine •...
- Page 20 MAINTENANCE MUFFLER TO CHANGE ENGINE OiL (See Figs. 26 and 27) Determine temperature range expected before oil change. Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester All oil must meet API service classification C. (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or dam- age.
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Page 21: Service And Adjustments
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS iNJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 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. Disconnectsparkp_ugwirefromsparkp_ugandp_acewirewhereitcannotcomeincontactwithp_ug_ TO REMOVE MOWER... - Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER • If adjustment is necessary, see steps in Visual Adjust- 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.
- Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION • Install belt around all mandrel pulleys (R) and around (See Fig. 34) idler pulleys (V) as shown. MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL • Install belt onto electric clutch pulley (M). •...
- Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 35) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest. BELT REMOVAL - • Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of manual).
- Page 25 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY TO CHECK BRAKE (See Fig. 37) If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level., dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be servlcea. WARNING: Lead=acid batteries gen=...
- Page 26 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 38) (See Fig. 39) A(_WARNING: Do not short battery terminals by allowing • Raise hood. a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at • Unsnap headlight wire connector.
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Page 27: Storage
STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end ENGINE of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANTTO PREVENTGUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH gasoline in the tank inside a building AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK... - Page 28 BLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section. Engine flooded. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Bad spark plug. Replace spark plug. Weak or dead battery.
- Page 29 TROU OOTI G POI PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine dies when Reverse operation system Turn ignition key to tractor is shifted (ROS) is not "ON" while ROS "ON" position. into reverse mower or other attachment See Operation section. is engaged. Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system.
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- Page 31 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow ARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and slopes greater...
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Page 32: Warranty
Ariens and Gravely brand consumer products manufactured and sold by Ariens after December 31, 2007 will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years after the date of purchase. An authorized Ariens dealer (Ariens brand products) or Gravely dealer (Gravely brand... - Page 33 OF FURTHER WARRANTY Ariens Company makes no warranty, express or implied, other than what is expressly made in this warranty. If the taw of your state provides that an implied warranty of merchantability, or an implied warranty of fitness for particular purpose, or any other implied warranty, applies to Ariens Company, then any such implied warranty is limited to the duration of this warranty.
- Page 34 Ariens Company 655 West Ryan Street Brillion, Wl 54110-1072 800-317-5898 www.ariens.com _IL WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.