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TRACTOR
Always
observe
safety rules when per-
forming
any maintenance.
BRAKE
OPERATION
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 serviced.
(See "TO CHECK
BRAKE" in the Service
and Adjustments
section
of this manual).
TIRES
o Maintain
proper air pressure
in all tires
(See PSI on tires)°
o Keep tires free of gasoline,
oil, or insect
control
chemicals
which can harm rub-
bero
• 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
AND
REVERSE
OPERATION
SYSTEM
(ROS)
Be sure operator presence and reverse
operation systems
are working properly,
if
your tractor does not function
as de-
scribed,
repair the problem immediately,
o The engine should
not start unless the
brake pedal is fully depressed,
and the
attachment
clutch control is in the disen-
gaged position.
CHECK
OPERATOR
PRESENCE
SYSTEM
° 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.
o 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.
CHECK
REVERSE
OPERATION
(ROS)
SYSTEM
• When the engine is running with the
ignition
switch in the engine "ON" posi-
tion and the attachment
clutch engaged,
any attempt
by the operator
to shift into
reverse should
shut off the engine.
ROS "ON" Position
Engine "ON" Position
(Normal Operating)
• When the engine
is running
with the
ignition switch in the ROS "ON" position
and the attachment
clutch engaged,
any attempt
by the operator
to shift into
reverse should
NOT shut off the engine.
BLADE CARE
For best results mower blades
must be
sharp.
Replace
worn, bent or damaged
blades.
Ak CAUTION:
Use only a replacement
blade approved by the manufacturer
of
your tractor. Using a blade not approved
by the manufacturer
of your tractor is
hazardous,
could damage
your tractor and
void your warranty.
BLADE
REMOVAL
1. Raise mower to highest position
to al-
low access to blades.
NOTE:
Protect your hands with gloves
and/or
wrap blade with heavy cloth.
2.
Remove
blade bolt by turning
counter-
clockwise.
3.
Install new blade with stamped
"GRASS
SIDE" facing the ground.
IMPORTANT:
To ensure
proper assembly,
center hole in blade must align with star
on mandrel
assembly.
4,
install and tighten
blade bolt securely
(45-55 Ft. Lbs. torque),
IMPORTANT:
Special
blade bolt is heat
treated.
Blade
Blade Bolt
Assembly
(Special)
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 witt extend its life.
° Keep battery
and terminals
clean_
• Keep battery
bolts tight.
° Keep small vent holes open.
° Recharge
at 6-10 amperes
for 1 hour.
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