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03032
YP21KH42
Operator's Manual
WARNING:
Read this Man u al and follow all Warnings
and Safety Instructions. Fail ure to do so
can re sult in serious in ju ry.
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.
581 03 03-28 Rev. 4

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  • Page 1 03032 YP21KH42 Operator's Manual WARNING: Read this Man u al and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. Fail ure to do so can re sult in serious in ju ry. Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this 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 1.50 Gallons/5,67 L and type: Regular Unleaded Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service Power Rating: 17,6 kW@3300 RPM...
  • Page 5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel (1) Lock Washer Steering (1) Large Wheel Insert Flat Washer Steering Wheel (1) Hex Bolt Steering Steering Wheel Extension Adapter Steering Boot Shaft Seat *Installed by Dealer *Brush Guard Kit Washer Battery Hex Bolt (1) Seat (2) Hex Bolts (2) Nut Keps Slope Sheet...

  • 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 CHECK DECK LEVELNESS • Connect switch to seat. • Place seat on seat pan so all three (3) bottom pads For best cutting results, mower housing should be prop- are positioned over large slotted holes in pan. erly leveled. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the •...

  • Page 8: 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 9 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. Fig. 5 Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.
  • Page 10 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 ad just ments or repairs. We rec om mend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
  • Page 11 OPERATION TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 11) TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See Fig.9) Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the in operating position.
  • Page 12 OPERATION TO OPERATE ON HILLS TO TRANSPORT (See Fig.14) When push ing or tow ing your trac tor, ensure transmission CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills is disengaged by placing freewheel control in free wheel ing with slopes greater than 15° and do not po si tion.
  • Page 13 OPERATION ADD GASOLINE TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 5) • Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill. When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine Use fresh, clean, regular gasoline with a minimum of has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move 87 octane.
  • Page 14 OPERATION MOWING TIPS PURGE TRANSMISSION • DO NOT use tire chains when the mower hous ing is attached to tractor. CAUTION: Never engage or disengage free- wheel lever while the engine is run ning. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance.

  • Page 15: 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 Clean Debris Off Steering Plate ck Transaxle Cooling...

  • Page 16: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE TRACTOR BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Re place Always observe safety rules when per form ing any bent or damaged blades. main te nance. BRAKE OPERATION CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade ap- proved by the manufacturer of your tractor.
  • Page 17 MAINTENANCE V-BELTS TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 18 & 19) Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours Determine temperature range expected before oil change. of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL. ad just able.
  • Page 18 MAINTENANCE ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM CLEANING (See Fig. 21) To ensure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are matter. kept clean at all times. •...
  • Page 19 MAINTENANCE DECK WASHOUT PORT (See Fig. 22) Your tractor’s deck is equipped with a washout port on its surface as part of its deck wash system. It should be utilized after each use. • Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your lawn, near enough to a water spigot for your garden hose to reach.

  • Page 20: Service And Adjustments

    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. •...
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO • Insert end of link (E) into hole in front mower bracket CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside and secure with washer and retainer spring (J). of tractor chassis and secure with retainer spring.
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 31 & 32) IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-side. Make sure tires are properly inflated to the PSI shown on tires. If tires are over or under inflated, it may affect the To obtain the best cutting re sults, the mower blades should appearance of your lawn and lead you to think the mower be adjusted so the front tip is 1/8"...
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 33) (See Fig. 34) Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. For as sis tance, there is a belt installation guide decal on Park the tractor on level surface.
  • Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE WHEEL (See Fig. 35) • Connect one end of the BLACK ca ble to the NEGA TIVE (-) terminal (C) of fully charged battery. • Block up axle securely. • Connect the other end of the BLACK cable (D) to good •...
  • Page 25 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSMISSION TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. REMOVAL/RE PLACE MENT • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. Should your transmission require removal for service or • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely re place ment, it should be purged after reinstallation and back into the hole in the backside of the grill.

  • Page 26: 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 27: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING 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. Bad spark plug. 4.
  • Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not system. corrected, contact an authorized service center/ run when operator department. leaves seat with attachment clutch CAUTION: DO NOT operate machine until engaged problem is corrected.
  • Page 29 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 30 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 32 03.04.14 BD Printed in the U.S.A.

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