Jonsered LT2116 Operator's Manual

Jonsered LT2116 Operator's Manual

Lawn tractor

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IMPORTANT MANUAL
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MODEL:
LT2116
LAWN TRACTOR
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION
Do Not Throw Away
02478
WARNING:
Read this Man u al and follow all Warnings and
Safety Instructions. Fail ure to do so can re sult
in serious in ju ry.
403725 05.18.06 VB
Printed in U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 MODEL: Read this Man u al and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. Fail ure to do so can re sult in serious in ju ry. LT2116 LAWN TRACTOR ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION 403725 05.18.06 VB Printed in U.S.A.
  • 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. • Disengage blades when not mowing. Shut off engine and wait for all parts to come to a complete stop before WARNING: In order to prevent ac- cleaning the machine, removing the grass catcher, or...
  • 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 CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manu fac tured to give Gasoline Capacity 1.25 Gallons you the best possible dependability and performance. and type: Unleaded Regular Should you experience any problem you cannot easily rem- Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE30 (above 32°F) edy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/...
  • Page 5: Unassembled Parts

    UNASSEMBLED PARTS Seat Steering Wheel (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Steering (1) Knob Wheel Adapter Steering Wheel Insert (2) Keps Nut 1/4-20 Steering Steering Boot Extension (2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4 Shaft (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Slope Sheet (1) 5/16...
  • 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 DISCARD TER MI NAL SEAT SHOULDER PROTECTIVE CAPS BOLT KEPS TERMINAL HEX BOLT COVER SEAT PAN 02604 NEGATIVE (BLACK) POSITIVE (RED) CABLE CABLE FIG. 3 FLAT WASHER SEAT PAN LABEL ADJUSTMENT 02464 KNOB FIG. 2 CONNECT BATTERY (See Figs. 3 and 4) CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- 02602 nals by allowing a wrench or any other...
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op- ✓CHECKLIST er a tion section for location and func tion of BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE con trols) WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PER- WARNING: Before starting, read, un der stand and follow FOR MANCE AND SAT IS FAC TION FROM THIS QUALITY all in struc tions in the Operation section of this manual.
  • Page 9: Operation

    OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. FAST SLOW REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH 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. ROS "ON"...
  • Page 11: To Move Forward And Backward

    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 op- erating 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: Before Starting The Engine

    OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 7) • Look down and behind before backing. Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing • Move gear shift lever to reverse (R) po si tion and slowly switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with release clutch/brake pedal to start movement.
  • Page 13: Operation

    OPERATION • Remove oil fi ll cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the • The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds, the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine remove and read oil level.
  • Page 14: 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 15: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE TRACTOR BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Re place Always observe safety rules when per form ing any main- bent or damaged blades. te nance. BRAKE OPERATION CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade If tractor requires more than fi ve (5) feet to stop at highest approved by the manufacturer of your speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved tractor.
  • Page 16 MAINTENANCE NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, they will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32°F. Check your engine CENTER HOLE oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil. Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least BLADE 5/8"...
  • Page 17 MAINTENANCE CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 13) The fuel fi lter should be replaced once each season. If fuel To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fi ns, and other external surfaces of the engine are fi...
  • Page 18: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SE RI OUS IN JU RY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR AD JUST - MENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. •...
  • Page 19: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 17 and 18) TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF THE Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY, or driveway. Make sure tires are properly infl ated (See BE SURE TO AD JUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUAL LY SO “PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS”...
  • Page 20: To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT • Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above. Readjust if nec es sary. If stopping distance is (See Fig. 19) still greater than fi ve (5) feet in high est gear, further The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools.
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO AD JUST STEER ING WHEEL ALIGN- ENGINE PULLEY MENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) STA TION ARY when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- IDLER CLUTCH ING ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly IDLER section of this manual.
  • Page 22: Service And Ad Just Ments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 24) Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting. WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen- • Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the er ate ex plo sive gases.
  • Page 23: Storage

    STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end ENGINE 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 24: Trou Ble Shoot Ing

    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 fl ooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Bad spark plug. Replace spark plug. Dirty air fi...
  • Page 25: Trou Ble Shoot Ing

    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not when operator leaves seat corrected, contact an authorized service center/ with attachment clutch department. engaged Poor cut - uneven 1.
  • Page 26 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 28: Parts And Service

    PARTS AND SERVICE This product has been expertly en gi neered and carefully manu fac tured to rigid quality stan dards. As with all mechanical products, some adjustments or part replacement may be necessary during the life of your unit. For Parts and service, contact an authorized distributor: •...

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