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TRACTOR
Always
observe
safety
rules when
per-
forming
any maintenance.
BRAKE
OPERATmON
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 checked
and adjusted.
(See
"TO ADJUST
BRAKE"
in the Service
and
Adjustments
section
of this manual).
TmRES
* Maintain
proper air pressure
in all tires
(See "PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS"
section
of this manual).
* Keep tires free of gasoline,
oil, or insect
control
chemicals
which can harm
rub-
ber.
* Avoid stumps,
stones,
deep ruts, sharp
objects
and other hazards
that may
cause tire damage.
NOTE:
To seal tire punctures
and prevent
flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant
may be purchased
from your local parts
dealer. Tire sealant
also prevents
tire dry
rot and corrosion.
OPERATOR
PRESENCE
SYSTEM
Be sure operator
presence
and interlock
systems
are working
properly.
If your trac-
tor does not function
as described,
repair
the problem
immediately.
,
The engine
should
not start unless
the
clutch/brake
pedal
is fully depressed
and attachement
clutch
control
is in the
disengaged
position.
* When
the engine
is running,
any at-
tempt
by the operator
to leave the seat
without
first setting
the parking
brake
should
shut off the engine.
,
When
the engine
is running
and the
attachment
clutch
is engaged,
any at-
tempt
by the operator
to leave the seat
should
shut off the engine.
,
The attachment
clutch
should
never op-
erate unless
the operator
is in the seat.
BLADE
CARE
For best results
mower
blades
must be
kept sharp.
Replace
bent or damaged
blades.
BLADE
REMOVAL
1.
Raise mower
to highest
position
to al-
low access
to blades.
2.
Remove
blade bolt, lock washer
and
flat washer
securing
blade.
3.
Instatl new or resharpened
blade
with trailing
edge up towards
deck as
shown.
mMPORTANT:
To ensure
proper
assembly,
center
hole in blade must align with star
on mandrel
assembly.
4.
Reassemble
blade bolt, lock washer
and flat washer
in exact
order as
shown.
5.
Tighten
blade bolt securely
(27-35
Ft.
Lbs. torque).
H_PORTANT:
Blade bolt is heat treated.
If bolt needs
replacing,
replace
only with
approve
bolt shown
in the Repair
Parts.
Trailing Edge Up
Mandrel Assembly
F,atWasher
f_
_jB,ade
__
Lock
TO SHARPEN
BLADE
NOTE:
We do not recommend
sharp-
ening blade - but if you do, be sure the
blade is balanced.
Care should
be taken to keep the blade
balanced.
An unbalanced
blade will cause
excessive
vibration
and eventual
damage
to mower
and engine.
• The blade can be sharpened
with a file
or on a grinding
wheel.
Do not attempt
to sharpen
while on the mower.
• To check
blade
balance,
you will need a
5/8" diameter
steel bolt, pin, or a cone
balancer.
(When
using a cone balancer,
follow the instructions
supplied
with
balancer.)
NOTE:
Do not use a nail for balancing
blade.
The lobes of the center
hole may
appear
to be centered,
but are not.
• Slide blade on to an unthreaded
portion
of the steel bolt or pin and hold the
bolt or pin parallel
with the ground.
If
blade is balanced,
it should
remain
in a
horizontal
position.
If either
end of the
blade moves
downward,
sharpen
the
heavy end until the blade is balanced.
5/8" Bolt or
Pin
Center Hole
BATTERY
Your tractor
has a battery
charging
system
which
is sufficient
for normal
use.
How-
ever, periodic
charging
of the battery
with
an automotive
charger
will extend
its life.
• Keep battery
and terminals
clean.
18,
Keep battery
bolts tight.
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