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- Page 1 D2548YT Operator's Manual 532 44 03-58 11.01.10 BAD Printed in the U.S.A.
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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. • Slow down before turning. WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci den tal •... - Page 3 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to GENERAL SERVICE the presence of children. Children are often attracted to • Never operate machine in a closed area. the ma chine and the mowing activity.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and observe the safety rules. Gasoline Capacity 3 Gallons • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and type: Unleaded Regular and using your tractor. Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 10W30 (above 32°F/0°C) • Follow the instructions under “Maintenance”... -
Page 5: Assembly
UNASSEMBLED PARTS Keys Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use (2) Keys ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY TO CHECK BATTERY (See Fig. 1) A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. - Page 6 ASSEMBLY ADJUST SEAT (See Fig. 2) CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS • Sit in seat. • Lift up adjustment lever (A) and slide seat until a com- See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and fortable position is reached which allows you to press mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments clutch/brake pedal all the way down.
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Page 7: Operation
OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. FAST SLOW REVERSE HIGH NEUTRAL CHOKE IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE START MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT REVERSE ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE ENGINE OFF OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) CLUTCH/BRAKE... - Page 8 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S 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.
- Page 9 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 10 OPERATION TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9) Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in prop- er position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. NOTE:Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface.
- Page 11 OPERATION REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) • Do not push or tow tractor at more than two (2) MPH. • To reengage transmission, reverse above procedure. Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed...
- Page 12 OPERATION AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or • Before driving the unit in cold weather, the trans mis sion fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline should be warmed up as follows: near an open flame. •...
- Page 13 OPERATION MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used 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. •...
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Page 14: 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 15: 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. CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade ap- BRAKE OPERATION proved by the manufacturer of your tractor. - Page 16 MAINTENANCE V-BELTS OIL DRAIN VALVE Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours CLOSED of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not ad just able. Re place belts if they begin to slip from wear. LOCKED POSITION TRANSAXLE MAINTENANCE The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean DRAIN...
- Page 17 MAINTENANCE IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 17) DECK WASHOUT PORT (See Fig. 19) The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel Your tractor’s deck is equipped with a washout port on filter becomes clogged, ob struct ing fuel flow to car bu re tor, its surface as part of its deck wash system.
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Page 18: 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 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 2. ASSEMBLE FRONT GAUGE WHEEL (W) TO FRONT 5. INSTALL ANTI-SWAY BAR (S) (IF EQUIPPED) OF MOWER (See Fig. 23) (See Fig. 26 - 28) H. FRONT MOWER ANTI-SWAY BAR (S) BRACKET W. FRONT GAUGE TOWARDS TOWARDS WHEEL TRANSAXLE MOWER DECK...
- Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 6. ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO • Insert other end of link (E) into hole in front mower CHASSIS (See Fig. 29) bracket (H) and secure with washer and small retainer spring (J). • Position front hole in side suspension arm (A) over pin on outside of tractor chassis and secure with large NOTE: Requires deck lifting.
- Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION • Install belt around all mandrel pulleys (R) and around (See Fig. 33) idler pulleys (V) as shown. MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL • Install belt onto electric clutch pulley (M). •...
- Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER • If adjustment is necessary, see steps in Visual Adjust- ment instructions above. Make sure tires are properly inflated to the PSI shown on • Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until both tires. If tires are over or under inflated, it may affect the sides are equal.
- Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT TO CHECK BRAKE (See Fig. 38) If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. surface, then brake must be serviced.
- Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 41) (See Fig. 40) WARNING: Do not short battery ter mi- nals by allowing a wrench or any other WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen- object to contact both terminals at the er ate ex plo sive gases.
- Page 25 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. TO AD JUST THROTTLE CON TROL CABLE • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. The throttle control has been preset at the factory and •...
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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 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not system. corrected, contact an authorized service center/ to run when oper- department. ator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 1.
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Page 30: Warranty
LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materi- als and work man ship. For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser, we will repair or replace, at our option, without charge for parts or labor incurred in replacing parts, any part which we find to be defective due to materials or workmanship.