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Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine. The
use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty.
Please read the operator's manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions
before using the machine.
581 36 39-40 Rev. 3
M175H38RB
English

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  • Page 1 M175H38RB English Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine. The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty. Please read the operator's manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine.

  • 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. • Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci den tal are involved in a large percentage of riding mower-related starting when setting up, trans port ing,...
  • Page 3 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. CHILDREN • If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately. • Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas cap and tighten securely. WARNING. CHILDREN CAN BE INJURED BY THIS EQUIPMENT. The American Academy GENERAL SERVICE of Pediatrics recommends that children be a •...

  • 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 you the best possible dependability and performance. Gasoline Capacity 2.0 Gallons/7,57 L and type: Regular Unleaded Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service Power Rating: 11,1 kW@3300 RPM...

  • Page 5: Unassembled Parts

    UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering (1) Bolt Steering Wheel Insert Steering Wheel (1) Large Flat Washer Steering Extension Shaft (1) Lock Washer Steering Wheel Adapter Steering Boot Seat Battery (1) Washer (2) Hex Bolts (1) Knob (2) Nut Keps (1) Seat Keys Oil Drain Extension Slope Sheet Key(s)

  • 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 ensure proper tightness.
  • Page 7 ASSEMBLY INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) NOTE: You may now roll your tractor off the skid. Continue using the instructions that follow to remove the tractor from Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. the skid. • Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing WARNING: Before start ing, read, un der stand and fol- seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly low all in struc tions in the Op er a tion section of this man u al.
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY TO INSTALL BAGGER COM PO NENTS TO 3/8 LOCK NUT TRAC TOR (See Figs. 4 - 7) • Remove discharge chute from rear of tractor. Unhook the two (2) straps and pull chute out and away from tractor. SUPPORT BRACKET •...
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLY • Inside the bag, install spreader bars and retainer springs BAGGER ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 11 & 12) onto pins on both sides of bag as shown. For proper bag function and appearance, it may be nec es sary • Press the vinyl bindings onto the sides of front bagger to adjust the bagger assembly.
  • Page 10 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 FORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY for best cutting performance.

  • Page 11: Operation

    OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE ENGINE ENGINE DIFFERENTIAL CLUTCH/ PARKING MOWER MOWER START LOCK BRAKE PEDAL BRAKE HEIGHT LIFT...
  • Page 12 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS 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" POSITION IGNITION AT TACH MENT SWITCH...

  • Page 13: 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 operating your trac- tor 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 14 OPERATION REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 16) Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse The position of the attachment lift lever determines the direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off cutting height.

  • Page 15: Before Starting The Engine

    OPERATION TO TRANSPORT (See Fig. 18) BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE When push ing or tow ing your trac tor, ensure transmission CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL is disengaged by placing freewheel control in free wheel ing po si tion. Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar The engine in your tractor has been shipped from the fac- of tractor.
  • Page 16 OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 13) PURGE TRANSMISSION When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine CAUTION: Never engage or disengage has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move freewheel lever while the engine is run- fuel from the tank to the engine.
  • Page 17 OPERATION TO CONVERT MOWER (See Fig. 19) REAR DISCHARGING (optional accessory re quired) • Place deck into the high cut position. (Converting to mulching or rear dis charg ing will require a • Remove bagger and mulching plug (if installed). mulcher plug and discharge deflector) •...

  • Page 18: Mowing Tips

    OPERATION MOWING TIPS • DO NOT use tire chains when the mower hous ing is attached to tractor. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. •...

  • Page 19: 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 20: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE TRACTOR BLADE CARE (See Fig. 24) For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace Always observe safety rules when per form ing any bent or damaged blades. main te nance. IMPORTANT: THE BLADES ON YOUR MOW ER ARE NOT THE BRAKE OPERATION SAME AND MUST BE INSTALLED ON THE CORRECT SIDE.

  • Page 21: Blade Removal

    MAINTENANCE 6 STAR PATTERN BLADE (See Fig. 26) V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours The center of this blade has a 6 star pattern. The bolt at tach- of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not ing this blade has Left Hand threads that loosens by turning ad just able.

  • Page 22: Clean Air Screen

    MAINTENANCE TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 27 & 28) CLEAN AIR SCREEN Determine temperature range expected before oil change. The air screen is over the air intake blower located on top All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL. of engine.
  • Page 23 MAINTENANCE IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 30) DECK WASHOUT PORT (See Fig. 31) Your tractor’s deck is equipped with a washout port on The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel its surface as part of its deck wash system. It should be filter becomes clogged, ob struct ing fuel flow to car bu re tor, utilized after each use.

  • Page 24: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST - MENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. •...
  • Page 25 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING CAUTION: Blades are sharp. Protect Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground your hands with gloves and/or wrap or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See the blade with heavy cloth. sides of the tires for proper PSI).

  • Page 26: To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 38) (See Fig. 37) Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For as sis tance, there is a belt installation guide decal on BELT REMOVAL - bottom side of left footrest.
  • Page 27 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LEVER NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 39) local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot The motion control lever has been pre set at the factory and corrosion.

  • Page 28: Interlocks And Relays

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 42) (See Fig. 43) WARNING: Do not short battery ter mi- • Raise hood. nals by allowing a wrench or any other • Unsnap headlight wire connector. object to contact both terminals at the •...

  • Page 29: 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 30: Troubleshooting Points

    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. Will not start 2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 2. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section. 3. Engine flooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not run when operator system. corrected, contact an authorized service center/ leaves seat with department. attachment clutch engaged CAUTION: DO NOT operate machine until problem is corrected.
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  • Page 36 02.19.14 BD Printed in U.S.A.

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