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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. • Slow down before turning. WARNING: in orderto prevent accidental •...
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SAFETY RULES & Safe Operation Practices for Ride=On Mowers ill. CHILDREN GENERAL SERVICE Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to • Never operate machine in a closed area. the machine and the mowing activity.
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PRODUCT SPECiFiCATiONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Gasoline Capacity 2.50 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) •...
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube (2) Keys ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY LABEL A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed.
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ASSEMBLY Vf CHECKLIST NOTE: You may now roll your tractor off the skid. Follow the BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE instructions below to remove the tractor from the skid. WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE SATISFACTION FROM THIS...
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OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. I",l CHOKE FAST SLOW REVERSE NEUTRAL HiGH IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT OPERATION...
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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. Fig. 3 Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.
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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.
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OPERATION TO USE CRUISE CONTROL (J) (See Fig. 7) TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9) The cruise control feature can be used for forward travel Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly only. offthe ground when mower is atthe desired cutting height in operating position.
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OPERATION TO TRANSPORT (See Figs. 3 and 11) REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse position.
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OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 3) BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine CHECK ENGINE OiL LEVEL has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine.
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OPERATION PURGE TRANSMISSION MOWING TIPS Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. freewheel lever while the engine CAUTION: Never engage or disengage • The left hand side of mower should be used for trim- running.
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MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE MAINTENANCE EACH SEASON STORAGE SCHEDULE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS v" Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Presence & ROS Check Operator Systems v" Check for Loose Fasteners Mower Blades Check/Replace Lubrication Chart Level Check Battery...
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MAINTENANCE BLADE CARE TRACTOR For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace Always observe safety rules when performing maintenance. bent or damaged blades. BRAKE OPERATION proved by the manufacturer of your tractor. If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest Using a blade not approved by the manu= CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade ap-...
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MAINTENANCE V=BELTS OIL DRAIN VALVE Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours CLOSED of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. LOCKED POS,T,ON TRANSAXLE COOLING The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean YELLOW CAP TUBE DRAIN...
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MAINTENANCE MUFFLER DECK WASHOUT PORT (See Fig. 19) Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if Your tractor's deck is equipped with a washout port on equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. its surface as part of its deck wash system. It should be utilized after each use.
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SERVICE A 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. "...
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ENTS • ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO • Insert end of link (E) into hole in front mower bracket CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside and secure with washer and retainer spring (J). of tractor chassis and secure with retainer spring.
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SERVICE A TO LEVEL MOWER • If adjustment is necessary, see step 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.
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ENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 30) (See Fig. 31) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on Park the tractor on level surface.
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SERVICE A TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER - TO REMOVE WHEEL (See Fig. 32) • BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully • Block up axle securely. charged battery. • Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow •...
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ENTS TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB TRANSMISSION Raise hood. REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT • Pull bulb holder out ofthe hole in the backsideofthe grill. • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely Should your transmission require removal for service or back into the hole in the backside of the grill. replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and •...
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STORAGE ENGINE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANTTO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUELSYSTEM PARTS SUCH gasoline in the tank inside a building AS CARBURETOR,...
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TROU OOTI CORRECTION CAUSE PROBLEM 1. Out of fuel. Will not start 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. Dirty air filter. Clean/replace air filter.
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BLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Check wiring, switches and connections. If not Engine continues Faulty operator-safety presence control corrected, contact an authorized service center/ system. to run when oper= department. ator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. Replace blade.
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER Y'rH22V46 (289630) BRIGGS ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 1195-B1 1330 REPAIR MANUAL 48 SHORT BLOCK 11 1036 EMISSIONS LABEL II 1058 OPERATOR'S MANUAL 1329 REPLACEMENTENGINEI[ LiQUiD GASKET AND THE BREATHER GASKET ARE iNTERCHANGEABLE 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL 358 ENGINE GASKET SET...
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER YTH22V46 (289630) BRIGGS ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 1195-B1 i _isT 628_ 1022 617,_,? i _zY 1023,_ 1022 _' , "_ 1022 4o,I_ 1029 1040 216ii...
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER YTH22V46 (289630) BRIGGS ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 1195-B1 PART PART DESCRiPTiON DESCRIPTION Nozzle-Carburetor 795118 Cylinder Assembly 699726 499585 Bushing/Seal Kit (Magneto Side) 690979 Key-Timing Gasket-Nozzle • 391086s Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 690995 796230 Sump-Engine 699727 Retainer-Solenoid...
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER Y'rH22V46 (289630) BRIGGS ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 1195-B1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 691037 Tube-Dipstick 1017 796214 Screen-Oil Pump Armature-Starter (Service by 1022 690971 Gasket-Rocker Cover (Liquid Gasket and Rocker Cover Gas 497595 Starter Motor Only, Reference 309) ket are Interchangeable) 690552...
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 289630 TUFFTORQ TRANSAXLE MODEL NUMBER K46BT MODI_LE K46BT 7A646084180 LES ILLUSTRATIONS NE PEUVENT PAS REPRtESENTER EXACTEMENTE MODI_LE @--83 _--34 --10 78--...
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 289630 TUFFTORQ TRANSAXLE MODEL NUMBER K46BT PART DESCRIPTION 414395 VENT VALVE 15 414396 MAGNET 414397 MAGNET HOLDER 415923 PUMP SHAFT/BEARING 414398 BYPASS LEVER 414399 SEALING CAP 30 414400 SNAP RING C 35 414401 O-RING IA PIOA 414402 SEAL TC 153507 414403...
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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION SLO_ ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and slopes greater...
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