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- Page 1 NEW HOLLAND OPERATOR’S MANUAL LS55–19H Yard Tractor Model No. 715695001 – T7E0001 & Up Publications Number: 42646510 9/97...
- Page 2 Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your product correctly. Reading this All of us at New Holland want you to be completely manual will help you and others avoid personal injury satisfied with your new product, so feel free to and damage to the product.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Page Page Maintenance ......Safety ....... . . Service Interval Chart . -
Page 4: Safety
Safety This machine meets or exceeds the B71.1–1990 General Operation specifications of the American National Standards Read, understand, and follow all instructions in Institute, in effect at the time of production. the operator’s manual and on the machine before However, improper use or maintenance by the starting. - Page 5 Safety 13. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or 14. Do not operate the machine while under the direction. influence of alcohol or drugs. Avoid starting or stopping on a slope.
- Page 6 Safety Children Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially the blade attachment bolts. Keep equipment in good Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert condition. to the presence of children. Children are often Never tamper with safety devices. Check safety attracted to the machine and the mowing activity.
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Page 7: Slope Chart
Safety Slope Chart Read all safety instructions on pages 2–4. -
Page 9: Safety And Instruction Decals
Safety Safety and Instruction Decals Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or lost. ON STEERING TOWER ON FRAME STEP (Part No. TR93D0302) (Part No. -
Page 10: Gasoline And Oil
Gasoline and Oil Recommended Gasoline Filling the Fuel Tank Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for Shut the engine off and raise the seat. automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded Clean around the fuel tank cap and remove the regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is cap. -
Page 11: Operation
Operation Think Safety First Parking Brake Please carefully read all the safety instructions on Always set the parking brake when you stop the pages 2–7. Knowing this information could help you, machine or leave it unattended. your family, pets or bystanders avoid injury. While the ignition key is in the “RUN”... -
Page 12: Starting And Stopping The Engine
Operation Starting and Stopping the Engine Starting Sit down on the seat. Set the parking brake; refer to Setting the Parking Brake, page 9. 1207 1206 Figure 3 Figure 4 Note: The engine will not start unless you set the parking brake or fully depress the 1. -
Page 13: Operating The Power Take Off (Pto)
Operation Operating the The Safety Interlock System Power Take Off (PTO) Understanding the Safety Interlock System The power take off (PTO) engages and disengages power to the electric clutch. The safety interlock system is designed to prevent the engine from starting unless: While the ignition key is in the “RUN”... -
Page 14: Indicator Control Module
Operation Indicator Control Module The oil light will be “ON” when the key is in the The indicator control module (optional on some “RUN” or “LIGHTS” positions and the engine is not models) (Fig. 7) lights when the parking brake or running, after the engine is started the light should go power take off (PTO), is actuated and when there is a out. -
Page 15: Driving Forward Or Backward
Operation Driving Forward or Backward Stopping the Machine The throttle control regulates the engine speed as To stop the machine, release the traction control measured in rpm (revolutions per minute). Place the pedal, disengage the power take off (PTO), and turn throttle control in the “FAST”... -
Page 16: Attachment Power Lift
Operation Attachment Power Lift Adjusting Dial-A-Height The attachment power lift (optional on some models) The Dial-A-Height control (Fig. 9) is used to limit the (Fig. 9) is used to raise and lower attachments. downward travel of the attachment. The Dial-A-Height knob is rotated to change the location of this stop, up or down. -
Page 17: Positioning The Seat
Operation Positioning the Seat Positioning the Tilt Steering Wheel The seat can move forward and backward. Position the seat where you have the best control of the The steering wheel has four tilt locations. Position the machine and are most comfortable. steering wheel where you have the best control of the machine and are most comfortable. -
Page 18: Using The Cruise Control
Operation Using the Cruise Control Pushing the Machine by Hand The cruise control is optional on some models. A 3 IMPORTANT: Always push the machine by position: Set-Lock (spring loaded), On and hand. Never tow the machine because Off-Unlock dash switch (Fig. 13) controls the transaxle damage may occur. -
Page 19: Maintenance
Maintenance Service Interval Chart Each Storage Spring Service Operation Hours Hours Hours Hours Service Service Oil—check level Oil—change* Initial Oil Filter—change* (200 hours, every other oil change or yearly) Safety System—check Brake—check Chassis—grease* Foam Air Cleaner—service* Paper Air Cleaner—replace* Spark Plug(s)—check 200 hours Belts—check for wear/cracks Gasoline—drain Engine—clean outside... -
Page 20: Air Cleaner
Maintenance Air Cleaner Carefully slide the foam element off the paper element (Fig. 15). Service Interval/Specification Unscrew the cover nut and remove the cover and paper element (Fig. 15). Foam Element: Clean and re-oil after every 25 operating hours, or yearly, whichever occurs first. Cleaning the Foam and Paper Elements Paper Element: Replace after every 100 operating hours or yearly, whichever occurs first. - Page 21 Maintenance Paper Element Installing the Foam and Paper Elements A. Lightly tap the element on a flat surface to IMPORTANT: To prevent engine damage, remove dust and dirt (Fig. 17). always operate the engine with the complete foam and paper air cleaner assembly B.
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Page 22: Engine Oil
Maintenance Engine Oil Checking Oil Level Park the machine on a level surface, disengage Service Interval/Specification the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake, and turn the ignition key to “OFF” to stop the Change oil: engine. Remove the key. After the first 5 operating hours. - Page 23 Maintenance Changing/Draining Oil Change Oil Filter Service Interval/Specification Start the engine and let it run five minutes. This warms the oil so it drains better. Replace the oil filter every 200 hours or every other Park the machine so that the drain side is slightly oil change.
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Page 24: Spark Plug
Maintenance Spark Plug Checking the Spark Plug Look at the center of the spark plug(s) (Fig. 22). Service Interval/Specification If you see light brown or gray on the insulator, the engine is operating properly. A black coating Install a new spark plug(s) after every 200 operating on the insulator usually means the air cleaner is hours. -
Page 25: Greasing And Lubrication
Maintenance Greasing and Lubrication Lubricate the traction control pedal on hydrostatic models (or brake and clutch pedals on gear drive models) where they pivot on Service Interval/Specification mounting shaft (Fig. 24). Grease the machine after every 50 operating hours or yearly, whichever occurs first. -
Page 26: Tire Pressure
Maintenance Tire Pressure Service Interval/Specification Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires as specified. Check the pressure at the valve stem after every 25 operating hours or monthly, whichever occurs first (Fig. 25). Check the tires when they are cold to get the most accurate pressure reading. -
Page 27: Brake
Maintenance Brake Adjusting the Brake The brake lever is on top of the transaxle (Fig. 26). If Always set the parking brake when you stop the the parking brake does not hold securely, an machine or leave it unattended. If the parking brake adjustment is required. -
Page 28: Fuel Tank
Maintenance Fuel Tank Pull the fuel line off the filter (Fig. 28). Open fuel shut-off valve and allow gasoline to drain into an approved gas can. Draining The Fuel Tank Note: Now is the best time to install a new fuel filter because the fuel tank is empty. -
Page 29: Fuel Filter
Maintenance Fuel Filter Power Lift Service Interval/Specification Service Interval/Specification Replace the fuel filter after every 100 operating hours Check fluid level in power lift after every 25 or yearly, whichever occurs first. operating hours or yearly, whichever occurs first. Fill with Dexron Type II or Type III automatic transmission fluid. -
Page 30: Front Wheel Toe-In
Maintenance Front Wheel Toe-In Adjusting Toe-In Check the toe-in before you adjust it; refer to Service Interval/Specification Measuring Toe-In, Page 28. Maintain toe-in of the front wheels as specified. If Remove ball joint from one steering lever uneven tire wear, lawn scuffing or hard steering (Fig. -
Page 31: Transaxle Fluid
Maintenance Transaxle Fluid Fuse Service Interval/Specification Service Interval/Specification Check fluid level after every 100 hours or yearly The electrical system is protected by fuses. It requires whichever comes first. Always keep the fluid level at no maintenance, however, if a fuse blows check the full level when the transaxle is cold. -
Page 32: Headlights
Maintenance Headlights Installing the Bulb The bulb has metal pins on the side of its base. Specification: Bulb # 1156 Automotive Type Align the pins with the slots in the bulb holder and insert the base into the holder (Fig. 35). Removing the Bulb Push and rotate the bulb clockwise until it stops. -
Page 33: Battery
Maintenance Battery Remove side panels for clearance when removing battery (Fig. 38). Remove the wing nuts and screws and lift up to clear pin and slide Service Interval/Specification panel tabs out from steering tower. Check the electrolyte level in the battery before each Disconnect the negative (black) ground cable use. - Page 34 Maintenance 11. Install side panels by sliding tabs into steering Open covers to see into the cells. The electrolyte tower and inserting pin into flange of footrest. must be up to the lower part of the tube Secure with screws and wing nuts (Fig. 38). (Fig.
- Page 35 Maintenance Charging the Battery IMPORTANT: Always keep the battery fully charged (1.260 specific gravity). This is especially important to prevent battery damage when the temperature is below 32 F (0 C). Remove the battery from the chassis; refer to Removing the Battery, page 31. Check the electrolyte level;...
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Page 36: Wiring Diagram
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Page 37: Cleaning And Storage
Maintenance Cleaning and Storage Remove the battery from the chassis, check the electrolyte level, and charge it fully; refer to Battery, page 31. Do not connect the battery Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the cables to the battery posts during storage. parking brake, and turn the ignition key to “OFF”... -
Page 38: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Starter does not crank Blade control (PTO) is Move blade control (PTO) to ENGAGED. DISENGAGED. Parking brake is not on. Set parking brake. Operator is not seated. Sit on the seat. Battery is dead. Charge the battery. - Page 39 Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine over heats. Engine load is excessive. Reduce ground speed. Oil level in crankcase is low. Add oil to crankcase. Cooling fins and air passages Remove obstruction from under engine blower housing cooling fins and air passages. are plugged.
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Page 40: Warranty
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary, depending on state or provincial laws. New Holland North America, Inc. or New Holland Canada, Ltd. does not authorize any person or dealer to create for it any other obligation or liability in connection with these products. - Page 41 Ltd., have been used in connection with the unit, and in the sole judgment of Company such use affects its performance, stability or reliability. (iv) If the unit has been altered or repaired outside of a New Holland dealership in a manner which, in the sole judgment of Company, affects its performance, stability or reliability.
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Page 43: Owner Assistance
OWNER ASSISTANCE We at New Holland and your New Holland dealer want you to be completely satisfied with your investment. Normally any problems with your equipment will be handled by your dealer’s Service Department. Sometimes, however, misunderstanding can occur. If your problem has not been handled to your satisfaction, we suggest the following. - Page 44 Form No. 3319–258 New Holland North America, Inc., New Holland, PA Printed in U.S.A.