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TRACTOR
Always observe safety rules when perform-
ing any maintenance.
BRAKE
OPERATION
If tractor requires
more than 5 feet (1,5 m)
to stop at highest speed in highest gear on
a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then
brake must be serviced.
(See "TO CHECK
BRAKE"
_n the Service
and Adjustments
section of this manual).
TIRES
• Maintain
proper a_r pressure
in all tires
(See the side of tires for proper PSi.)
• Keep tires free of gasoline,
oil, or insect
control chemicals which can harm rubber.
• Avoid
stumps,
stones,
deep ruts, sharp
objects and other hazards that may cause
tire damage.
NOTE:
To seal hre punctures
and preven[
flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant
may
be purchased
from your local parts dealer.
T_re sealant
aJso prevents
t_re dry rot and
corrosion
OPERATOR
PRESENCE
SYSTEM
AND
REVERSE
OPERATION
SYSTEM
(ROS)
Be sure
operator
presence
and reverse
operatton
systems are working
properly,
If
your tractor does not function
as descnbed,
repair the problem
_mmedlately.
• The eng=ne should
not start un{ess the
brake pedal is fully depressed,
and the
attachment
dutch control is in the dtsen-
gaged
position,
CHECK OPERATOR
PRESENCE
SYSTEM
• When the engine _srunning,
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 at-
tachment
clutch is engaged,
any attempt
by the operator to leave the seat should
shut off the engtne.
• The attachment
clutch should never oper-
ate unless the operator
is in the seat.
CHECK
REVERSE
OPERATION
(ROS)
SYSTEM
• When the engine is running with the lgnttion
switch in the engine "Q N" position and the
attachment
clutch engaged,
any attempt
by the operator to dnve in reverse shouid
shut off the engine.
• Whentheeng_ne_s
running wtththe ignition
switch in the RQS "ON" position and the
attachment
clutch engaged,
any attempt
by the operator to drive _nreverse shoutd
NOT shut off the engine.
Ros "On"
Engtne "On" Posttton
Pos_t_on
(Normal Operating}
BLADE
CARE
For best res ul;s mower b{ades mus_ be sharp.
Replace worn, bent or damaged
blades.
_CAUTION:
Use onIy a replacement
blade
approved bythe manufacturer
of your tractor.
Using a btade not approved
by the manu-
facturer of your tractor is hazardous,
could
damage your tractor and void your warranty.
BLADE
REMOVAL
I
Raise mowerto
highest position to allow
access to biades.
NOTE: Protect your hands with gloves and,"
or wrap blade w_th heavy cloth,
2. Remove
blade bolt by turntng counter-
clockwise.
3. Install new blade with stamped "GRASS
SIDE" facing the ground,
IMPORTANT:
To ensure proper
assembly,
center hole _n blade must ahgn with star on
mandrel
assembly.
4. Install and tighten bfade bolt securely
(45-55 Ft. Lbs,i62-75
Nm).
IMPORTANT
Special
b{ade bolt is heat
treated
Star
Center
Hole
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BATTERY
Your tractor has a battery charging
system
which is sufficient for normal use. However,
periodic
charging of the battery with an au-
tomotwe
charger will extend its life,
• Keep battery and terminals
clean.
• Keep battery bolts tight.
• Keep small vent holes open.
• Recharge
at 6-I0 amperes
for 1 hour
NOTE;
The orlgtnal equipment
battery on
your tractor
is maintenance
free. Do not
attempt to open or remove caps or covers.
Adding
or checking
level of elec[roiyte
is
not necessary.
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