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Jonsered LT2216 Operator's Manual

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J O N S E R E D
S E R V I C E
03076
LT2216
Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 J O N S E R E D S E R V I C E 03076 LT2216 Operator's Manual...

  • Page 2: Safety Rules

    SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers DANGER: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROW ING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. • Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, discharge guard, or other safety devices in place and WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci - working.
  • Page 3 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. CHILDREN GENERAL SERVICE • Never operate machine in a closed area. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment the presence of children.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and observe the safety rules. Gasoline Capacity 1.50 Gallons and Type: Unleaded Regular • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tractor. Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 10W30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) •...

  • Page 5: Contents Of Hardware Pack

    CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Slope Sheet Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube (1) Oil Drain Tube (2) Keys (2) Keys Steering Extension Shaft (1) Hex Bolt Steering Wheel Insert Adapter Steering Steering Wheel Boot Washer Lock Washer (1) Seat (1) Washer (1) Hex Bolt...

  • Page 6: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.
  • Page 7 ASSEMBLY INSTALL SEAT (See Figs. 2 and 3) • Remove bolt and flat washer se cur ing seat to cardboard SEAT PAN packing and set aside for as sem bly of seat to tractor. Remove the cardboard packing and discard. LABEL •...

  • Page 8: Check Tire Pressure

    ASSEMBLY CHECKLIST CHECK TIRE PRESSURE BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PER- for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important FOR MANCE AND SAT IS FAC TION FROM THIS QUALITY for best cutting performance.

  • Page 9: Operation

    OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean- ing. HIGH FAST SLOW REVERSE NEUTRAL CHOKE IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE START ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT ENGINE OFF REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)
  • Page 10 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 ad just ments. Save this manual for future reference. FIG.
  • Page 11 OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye dam age. Always wear safety glass es or eye shields while operating your tractor or per form ing any adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or stan dard safety glasses.
  • Page 12 OPERATION TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) (See Fig. 9) (See Fig 11) The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System gearshift lever (J). (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine unless ignition key is placed in the ROS "ON"...

  • Page 13: Before Starting The Engine

    OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 12) TO TRANSPORT • Raise attachment lift to highest position with at tach ment Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing lift control. switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged •...

  • Page 14: Mowing Tips

    OPERATION MOWING TIPS CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gas- • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per- o hol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract for mance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the moisture which leads to sep a ra tion and for- ma tion of acids during storage.

  • Page 15: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE MAINTENANCE EACH SEASON STORAGE SCHEDULE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Check/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness...

  • Page 16: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE TRACTOR BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be sharp. Re place Always observe safety rules when per form ing any main- bent, worn or damaged blades. te nance. BRAKE OPERATION CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade approved by the manufacturer of your If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest tractor.

  • Page 17: Clean Air Screen

    MAINTENANCE • Unlock drain valve by pushing inward and turning • Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush coun ter clock wise. until bright. • To open, pull out on the drain valve. • Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly. •...

  • Page 18: Service And Adjustments

    MAINTENANCE CLEANING We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and trans- • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign mission are covered to keep water out. Water in engine or matter.
  • Page 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • Slide mower out from under right side of tractor. IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than the mower deck is to be mounted on the trac tor, remove the front link (E) and rear lift liks (C) from tractor. TO INSTALL MOWER (See Figs.
  • Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 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.
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 29) (See Fig. 28) Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL For as sis tance, there is a belt installation guide decal on •...
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAM BER (See Fig. 31) Your new tractor front wheel toe-in and camber is set at the factory and is normal. The front wheel toe-in and camber WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen- are not adjustable.

  • Page 23: Interlocks And Relays

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB (See Fig. 33) • Raise hood. • Raise hood. • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the • Unsnap headlight wire connector. grill.

  • Page 24: Storage

    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 IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS WARNING: Never store the trac tor with FROM FORMING IN ES SEN TIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH gas o line in the tank inside a building AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FIL TER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK...

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting Points

    TROUBLESHOOTING 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. Dirty air filter.
  • Page 26 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS 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.
  • Page 28 Jonsered Motor AB, 532 41 15-18 02.28.07 AP S-433 81 Partille, Sweden. Printed in U.S.A.

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