SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: 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...
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. CHILDREN GENERAL SERVICE • Never operate machine in a closed are. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to •...
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manu fac tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Gasoline Capacity 4.0 Gallons and type: Unleaded Regular Should you experience any problem you cannot easily rem- edy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/ Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F)
ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping pur- poses. 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. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY STEERING WHEEL A socket wrench set will make assembly easier.
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ASSEMBLY INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) TO DRIVE TRAC TOR OFF SKID (See Op- Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. er a tion section for location and function of • Remove adjustment knob and fl at washer securing con trols) seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly WARNING: Before start ing, read, un der stand and fol low of seat to tractor.
ASSEMBLY • Position front plate assembly between front mower INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT brack ets. Raise deck and plate assembly to align holes (See Figs. 5 and 6) and insert fl anged pins. Secure pins with double loop Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspen- retainer springs between the plate and mower brack- sion arms are raised with attachment lift control.
ASSEMBLY ✓ CHECKLIST CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinfl ated at the factory BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC- for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE for best cutting performance.
OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean- ing. IGNITION FAST SLOW REVERSE HIGH NEUTRAL CHOKE LIGHTS ON ENGINE START ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE ENGINE OFF LOCKED UNLOCKED...
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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 ad just ments. Save this manual for future reference. LIGHT SWITCH AT TACH MENT POSITION...
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.
OPERATION • TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2" to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with clutch con trol. the engine not running. These heights are ap proxi mate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass CAUTION: Do not operate the mower and types of grass being mowed.
OPERATION NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying or using ethanol or methanol) can attract mois- hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).
OPERATION AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP MOWING TIPS • Before driving the unit in cold weather, the trans mis sion • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per- should be warmed up as follows: formance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the •...
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level...
MAINTENANCE TRACTOR MANDREL BLADE ASSEMBLY Always observe safety rules when performing any main- CENTER te nance. HOLE BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than fi ve (5) feet to stop at highest BLADE BOLT (SPECIAL) speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be checked and ad just ed.
MAINTENANCE • Remove terminal guard. Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fi ll • Disconnect BLACK battery cable fi rst then RED bat- cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level. tery cable and remove battery from tractor.
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MAINTENANCE CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS IN-LINE FUEL FIL TER (See Fig. 16) The fuel fi lter should be re placed once each season. If fuel To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, fi l ter becomes clogged, ob struct ing fuel fl ow to car bu re tor, cooling fi...
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST MENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Turn ignition key to “STOP” and remove key. •...
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING CAUTION: Blades are sharp. Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground blade with heavy cloth. or driveway. Make sure tires are properly infl ated (See “PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS”...
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE (SEC OND ARY) DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 23) MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig. 22) • Park tractor on a level surface. En gage parking Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. brake.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 24) (See Fig. 25) Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. Your tractor is equipped with an ad just able brake system For as sis tance, there is a belt installation guide decal on which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BAT TERY TO AD JUST STEER ING WHEEL ALIGN- (See Fig. 27) MENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen- when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- er ate ex plo sive gases.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. TO AD JUST THROTTLE CON TROL CABLE • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the The throttle control has been preset at the factory and grill.
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...
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...
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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.
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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER MC25PH48ST (MC25PH48STA), PRODUCT NO. 964 77 32-03 SCHEMATIC 02757_188024 BLACK BATTERY SOLENOID FUSE AMMETER STARTER (OPTIONAL) WHITE BLACK WHITE WHITE BLACK ELECTRIC CLUTCH CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) IGNITION BLACK SWITCH SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) PTO (DISENGAGED)
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER MC25PH48ST (MC25PH48STA), PRODUCT NO. 964 77 32-03 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532 19 46-72 Deck Weldment Mower 48 532 13 80-17 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 532 17 58-20 Pulley Idler Flat 46 Pri. Drive...
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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees.