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TRACTOR
Always observe safety rules when per-
forming any maintenance.
BRAKE
OPERATION
If tractor requires more than six (6) feet
stopping distance at high speed in highest
gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See
"TO ADJUST
BRAKE" in the Service and
Adjustments
section of this manual).
TIRES
• 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 that operator presence and inter-
lock systems are working properly. If your
tractor does not function as described
below, repair the problem immediately.
• The engine should not start unless the
clutch/brake
pedal is fully depressed
and attachment
clutch control
is in the
disengaged
position.
• When the engine is running,
any
attempt 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
attempt
by the operator
to leave the
seat should
shut off the engine.
• The attachment
clutch should
never
operate
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
°
• Raise mower to highest position to allow
access to blades.
• Remove
hex bolt, lock washer
and flat
washer
securing
blade.
• Install new or resharpened
blade with
trailing
edge up towards
deck as shown.
NOTE:
Make sure center hole in blade
aligns with star on mandrel
assembly.
• Reassemble
hex bolt, lock washer and
flat washer
in exact order as shown.
• Tighten
bolt securely
(27-35 Ft. Lbs.
torque).
IMPORTANT:"Blade
bolt is Grade 8 heat
treated.
Trailing
Mandrel Assembly
Edge Up Blade
Flat Washel
Hex Bolt
(Grade 8)i
_ '_)
_,_;,_
_:_"Lock Washel
*A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be
identified by six lines on the bolt head.
TO SHARPEN
BLADE
NOTE: We do not re,:o nmend
sharpening
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
wheal. Do not attempt
to sharpen
while it is 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 bal-
ancer).
NOTE:
Do not:use
a nail for balancing
blade. The lobes of the center hole may
appear to be c_ntered,
but are not.
• Slide blade onto an unthreaded
portion
of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt
or pin parallel
with the ground.
If blade
is balanced,i
J:t.shouldremain
in a hori-
zontal
position.
If either end of the blade
moves downward,
sharpen
the heavy
end until the blade is balanced.
Center'Hole
/
i'
B,ade
518" Bolt .__:_-,
/
or Pin
.... :_\" _,,_"
BATTERY
Your tractor has a battery charging system
which is sufficient for normal use.
However, periodic charging of the battery
with an automotive charger will extend its
life.
• Keep battery and terminals clean.
• Keep battery
bolts tight.
:
Keep small vent holes open.
Recharge at 6-10
amperes for I hour.
NOTE: The original equipment battery on
your tractor is maintenance
free: Do not
attempt to open or remove caps or covers.
Adding or checking level of electrolyte is
not necessary.
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