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- Page 1 OPERATOR’S MANUAL & PARTS LIST RIDING MOWER MODELS 723T & 727T THE GRASSHOPPER COMPANY Moundridge, Kansas 67107 U.S.A. Phone (620) 345-8621 Fax (620) 345-2301 Price $7.00 Form 172217-090508 Printed in U.S.A.
- Page 2 Therefore, safety is of the utmost importance. WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth Copyright © 2008 & 2007 by The Grasshopper Company. defects or other reproductive harm. All rights reserved.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE SPECIFICATIONS SAFETY SYMBOLS SAFETY DECALS SAFETY INFORMATION Training ............................ 8 Preparation ..........................8 Fuel Handling Safety ........................ 8-9 Operational Safety ......................... 9-10 Maintenance Safety ........................10 Storing Safely ........................... 10 GENERAL INFORMATION General Information ........................11 Measurement Conversion ...................... - Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS - (CONTINUED) Parking Brake Adjustment ......................21 Clutch Removal / Replacement ..................... 21-22 Clutch / Brake Burnishing ......................22 Engine Troubleshooting ......................22 Wiring Circuit Board Removal ....................22 Steering Lever Adjustment ......................23 Foot Rest Block Installation ...................... 23 TRACTION KIT INSTALLATION Adjusting Traction Spring Tension .....................
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Page 5: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS 723T 727T Engine Kohler Command, two cylinder, Kohler Command, two cylinder, 4 cycle, air cooled 4 cycle, air cooled Model No. CH23 CH740 Horsepower (G.I.H.P.) 23 (17.2 kw) 27 (20.2 kw) Displacement 41 cu. in. (674 cc) 44 cu. in. (725cc) No-load r.p.m. -
Page 6: Safety Symbols
SAFETY SYMBOLS CAUTION This Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS IN- Is used for general reminders of good VOLVED! safety practices or to direct attention to unsafe practices. Throughout this manual the term IMPORTANT WARNING is used to indicate that failure to observe can cause damage to equipment. -
Page 7: Safety Decals
SAFETY DECALS Replace Immediately If Damaged CAUTION WARNING CAUTION TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH READ MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING & FOLLOW ALL FAN BLADE SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. • DO NOT OPERATE ON STEEP SLOPES: KEEP HANDS CLEAR KEEP FEET FORWARD ON FOOT REST TO AVOID SEE OPERATOR'S MANUAL FOR DETAILS. -
Page 8: Training
WORK SAFELY - FOLLOW THESE RULES • Ensure either the discharge shield, restriction CAUTION plate, or complete vacuum attachment is in- The designed and tested safety of this stalled. equipment depends on it being • Ensure all safety decals are installed and in operated within the limitations as good condition. -
Page 9: Operational Safety
out of the reach of children. Never buy more ways wear seatbelt. than a 30-day supply of fuel. • If machine is equipped with a foldable ROPS, • Always place fuel containers on the ground always wear seatbelt when ROPS is de- away from your vehicle before filling. -
Page 10: Maintenance Safety
• Do not run engine in an enclosed area without • Keep engine free of grass, leaves, or excess adequate ventilation. Exhaust gases contain grease to reduce fire hazard and minimize en- carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gine overheating. poison. -
Page 11: General Information
07068 GRASSHOPPER reserves the right to redesign and change the machine as necessary without notification. WARNING Some illustrations in this manual show the equipment with safety shields removed to provide a better view. The Fig. -
Page 12: Measurement Conversion
BOLT SIZE AND TIGHTENING RECOMMENDATIONS The chart below lists the correct tightening torque for bolts used on Grasshopper equip- ment. When bolts are to be tightened or replaced refer to this chart to determine the grade of bolt and proper torque (except when specific torque values are assigned in the manual text). -
Page 13: Operation
OPERATION The safe operation of this machine is the responsibil- CAUTION ity of the operator. The operator should be familiar with the tractor and all attachments that will be used Never attempt to check oil while engine before starting operation. Read all safety informa- is running. -
Page 14: Mounting And Dismounting The Tractor - With Mower Deck
Test Safety Interlock System Daily Left Right Proper Steering Steering Parking Action Result Brake Lever Lever Switch Start Circuits Try starting engine Engines Cranks Engine will not crank Try starting engine Engine will not crank Try starting engine Engine will not crank Try starting engine Kill Circuits (with engine running at 1/2 throttle) Raise off seat... -
Page 15: Starting The Engine
STARTING THE ENGINE COLD WEATHER STARTING TIPS Use proper viscosity oil for temperature expected DANGER (see “Engine Manual”). Never start the engine in confined rooms. Exhaust gases contain carbon Set throttle at half open. monoxide, an odorless and deadly poison. A warm battery has better starting capacity than a cold one. -
Page 16: Stopping Engine
stopping. STOPPING THE ENGINE Tires may lose traction on slopes even n n n n n though the brakes are functioning properly. • Set the throttle at idle. Allow engine to idle Avoid sudden stops and deceleration when for several minutes. n n n n n traveling forward downhill as mower may •... -
Page 17: Steering Lever Operation
The sudden change could cause loss of control or damage to equipment. The Grasshopper tractor is very unstable without an attachment. Move very slowly when attachment is removed. Never carry passengers. - Page 18 STEERING LEVER OPERATION REVERSE FORWARD SHARP SHARP LEFT RIGHT GENTLE GENTLE LEFT RIGHT 93052A Fig. 4...
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Page 19: Lubrication And Maintenance
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CAPACITIES CAUTION Fuel Tank 723T ....4.3 U.S. gal. (16.3 l) Always wear safety glasses and ear Fuel Tank 727T ....8.0 U.S. gal. (30.2 l) protection when performing any Drive System ......2.7 U.S. qt. (2.6 l) maintenance function that could Drive System Fluid Change cause injury to eyes or ears. -
Page 20: Battery Maintenance
(Refer to Fig. 5). If fluid is required, make certain that expansion tank plug and the area around it is clean and free of any foreign matter before adding fluid. Use Hydro-Max Fluid (Grasshopper part number 345050 for 1 quart [.94 l] container). Fig. 5... -
Page 21: Adjustments And Troubleshooting
ADJUSTMENTS AND TROUBLESHOOTING a straight line, adjust the steering lever CAUTION stop on the side that is the fastest i.e.: if ma- Never make adjustments with the chine goes to the left, adjust the right engine running. steering stop to slow down the right trans- mission until travel is straight ahead. -
Page 22: Clutch / Brake Burnishing
• A loose wire or connection. Pliers If the above points do not locate the problem, con- Circuit Board tact your authorized Grasshopper dealer for repair. 95040 Engine dies when steering levers are engaged: • If engine starts and runs but dies when either Console Side Fig. -
Page 23: Steering Lever Adjustment
STEERING LEVER ADJUSTMENT FOOT REST BLOCK INSTALLATION To adjust steering levers, loosen adjustable nuts If installing a 33, 34 or 95 series deck on a 700 se- that secure the levers to the lever mounts. This ries tractor, install the foot rest blocks with the wide allows the levers to be moved forwards or back- end of block toward the front (refer to Fig. -
Page 24: Adjusting Traction Spring Tension
See Weight Chart below. 11) until a distance of 1.25 inches is between spring bracket and end of spring assembly. This Weight kits are available from your Grasshopper setting applies to all deck models. Tighten lock- dealer. ing nut against end of spring and install wheel and 50 lb. -
Page 25: Parts List And Illustration
PARTS LISTS AND ILLUSTRATIONS When ordering parts, use the description and part number as stated in this manual. Also include the serial number of the tractor or attachment on which the parts are to be used. -
Page 26: Tractor Assembly 723T
TRACTOR ASSEMBLY - 723T Item Item Item Item Item Order Order Order Order Order Description Description Description Description Description Item Item Item Item Item Order Order Order Order Order Description Description Description Description Description N o . N o . N o . -
Page 27: Tractor Assembly 723T
TRACTOR ASSEMBLY - 723T 07060... -
Page 28: Tractor Assembly 727T
TRACTOR ASSEMBLY - 727T Item Item Item Order Order Order Description Description Description Item Item Item Order Order Order Description Description Description Item Item Order Order Description Description Item Item Order Order Description Description N o . N o . N o . -
Page 29: Tractor Assembly 727T 6
TRACTOR ASSEMBLY - 727T 08004... -
Page 30: Drive Assembly
DRIVE ASSEMBLY Item Item Order Order Description Description Item Item Order Order Description Description Item Item Item Order Order Order Description Description Description Item Item Item Order Order Order Description Description Description N o . N o . N o . N o . - Page 31 DRIVE ASSEMBLY RIGHT SIDE 47 48 LEFT SIDE 07061A 28 29 Rev. 01-08...
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Page 32: Brake Assembly
BRAKE ASSEMBLY Item Item Order Order Description Description Item Item Order Order Description Description Item Item Item Order Order Order Description Description Description Item Item Item Order Order Order Description Description Description N o . N o . N o . N o . - Page 33 BRAKE ASSEMBLY RIGHT SIDE LEFT SIDE 07062...
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Page 34: Rops & Seat Assembly
ROPS & SEAT ASSEMBLY Item Item Order Order Description Description Item Item Order Order Description Description Item Item Item Order Order Order Description Description Description Item Item Item Order Order Order Description Description Description N o . N o . N o . -
Page 35: Rops & Seat Assembly
ROPS & SEAT ASSEMBLY 07063... -
Page 36: Pto Shaft & Clutch Assembly
PTO SHAFT & CLUTCH ASSEMBLY 07064D Item Item Item Order Order Order Description Description Description Item Item Item Order Order Order Description Description Description Item Item Order Order Description Description Item Item Order Order Description Description N o . N o . N o . -
Page 37: Steering Assembly
STEERING ASSEMBLY 07065A Item Item Item Item Item Order Order Order Order Order Description Description Description Description Description Item Item Item Item Item Order Order Order Order Order Description Description Description Description Description N o . N o . N o . N o . -
Page 38: Wiring Diagram
WIRING DIAGRAM Item Item Order Order Description Description Item Item Order Order Description Description Item Item Item Order Order Order Description Description Description Item Item Item Order Order Order Description Description Description N o . N o . N o . N o . - Page 39 WIRING DIAGRAM YELLOW STRG STRG BLACK BLACK GREEN GREEN/YELLOW GREEN RED W/WHITE BLACK YELLOW YELLOW BLUE BROWN BROWN BLACK W/WHITE BLACK BRAKE BROWN BROWN BROWN BLACK YELLOW W/BROWN BLACK WHITE WHITE YELLOW GREEN GREEN WHITE YELLOW SEAT YELLOW/BROWN GREEN PURPLE GREEN/YELLOW BLACK GREEN...
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Page 40: Tail Wheel Options
TAIL WHEEL OPTIONS Item Item Item Order Order Order Description Description Description Item Item Item Order Order Order Description Description Description Item Item Order Order Description Description Item Item Order Order Description Description N o . N o . N o . N o . -
Page 41: Tail Wheel Options
TAIL WHEEL OPTIONS 01091A 01090A 01092A... -
Page 42: Traction Kit
TRACTION KIT 07066 04061 23 17 NOTE: Item 13 is not used with 33, 34, 96, 97 & 98 series decks; use with all other decks and attachments requiring traction kit or hydraulic lift. Not included with tractor assembly. Item Item Order Order... -
Page 43: Counterweight Mount Kit
COUNTERWEIGHT MOUNT KIT 95043 Item Item Item Order Order Order Description Description Description Item Item Item Item Item Order Order Order Order Order Description Description Description Description Description Item Item Order Order Description Description N o . N o . N o . -
Page 44: Limited Universal Harness (All Non-Hydraulic Lift Models)
LIMITED UNIVERSAL HARNESS (OPTIONAL ON ALL NON-HYDRAULIC LIFT MODELS) BLACK RED/WHITE 6 WAY WEATHER-PACK THIS CONNECTOR THIS CONNECTOR CONNECTOR COMES WITH THE STAYS WITH TRACTOR MALE TERMINALS ACCESSORY HARNESS 6 WAY WEATHER-PACK CONNECTOR FEMALE TERMINALS BROWN GREEN/YELLOW GROUND ENGINE GREEN RELAY MOUNTS IN LEFT REAR CORNER OF FRAME BROWN... -
Page 45: Hydraulic Lift Wiring Assembly
HYDRAULIC LIFT WIRING ASSEMBLY PURPLE BLACK YELLOW YELLOW/BROWN FUSE BLOCK GREEN BLACK BLACK GROUND TO ENGINE Item Item Order Order Description Description Item Item Item Order Order Order Description Description Description N o . N o . N o . N o . -
Page 46: Hydraulic Lift Assembly
HYDRAULIC LIFT ASSEMBLY Item Item Order Order Description Description Item Item Item Order Order Order Description Description Description Item Item Item Order Order Order Description Description Description Item Item Order Order Description Description N o . N o . N o . N o . - Page 47 HYDRAULIC LIFT ASSEMBLY LEFT SIDE 39 39 RIGHT SIDE 07067A...
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Page 48: Standard Universal Harness (All Hydraulic Lift Models)
STANDARD UNIVERSAL HARNESS (ALL HYDRAULIC LIFT MODELS) BLACK RED/WHITE THIS CONNECTOR STAYS THIS CONNECTOR COMES WITH TRACTOR WITH THE 6 WAY WEATHER-PACK ACCESSORY HARNESS CONNECTOR MALE TERMINALS 6 WAY WEATHER-PACK CONNECTOR FEMALE TERMINALS BROWN GREEN/YELLOW PURPLE GROUND EXISTING WIRE BROWN TO DECK LIFT ENGINE SWITCH...
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