Products Covered by This Manual The following products are covered by this manual: 2691218-00, 2691218-01, 2691218-02, 2691355-00, 2691355-01, 2691356-00, 2691356-01, 2691366-00, 2691367-00, 2691368-00, 2691396-00, 2691397-00, 2691463-00, 2691463-01, 2691464-00, 2691464-01 Manual Contents Operator Safety .............. 7 Features and Controls ..........12 Operation ..............
Operator Safety Important Safety Instructions DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - This manual contains important instructions that should be followed during the initial set-up, the operation, and the maintenance of the WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, equipment.
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Safe Operation Practices Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. This mowing deck is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects.
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SLOPE OPERATION WARNING Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip- over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. Never operate on slopes greater than 17.6 percent Operation on all slopes requires extra caution. If you cannot (10°) which is a rise of 3-1/2 feet (106 cm) vertically in back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not operate 20 feet (607 cm) horizontally.
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SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 12. Do not use gasoline containing METHANOL, gasohol Safe Handling of Gasoline containing more than 10% ETHANOL, gasoline 1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other additives, or white gas because engine/fuel system sources of ignition. damage could result. 2.
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Safety Decals Callout Decal Description See Figure 1 (callouts A to F) for location and pictures of decals. DANGER, Main Panel All safety and instructional messages on your rider and mower should be carefully read and obeyed. Personal DANGER, Thrown Objects Hazard bodily injury can result when these instructions are not fol- lowed.
Features and Controls See Figure 2 for location. Throttle/Choke Control Ground Speed Pedals (Choke-A-Matic) The tractor’s forward ground speed is controlled by the The throttle/choke controls the engine speed and choke forward ground speed control pedal. The tractor’s reverse (see Figure 2). Move the throttle/choke control to the FAST ground speed is controlled by the reverse ground speed position to increase engine speed and SLOW position to control pedal.
Operation General Operating Safety WARNING Be sure to read all information in the Operator Safety Mowing in reverse can be hazardous to bystanders. section before attempting to operate this unit. Become Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the familiar with all of the controls and how to stop the unit.
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High Altitude Checking/Adding Oil At altitudes over 5,000 feet (1524 meters), a minimum Before adding or checking the oil 85 octane / 85 AKI (89 RON) gasoline is acceptable. For • Place engine level. carbureted engines, high altitude adjustment is required to remain emissions compliant.
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Driving the Tractor Starting the Engine 1. Sit in the seat and adjust the seat so that you can WARNING comfortably reach all the controls and see the dashboard display (see Features and Controls). Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive.
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Reverse Mowing Option (RMO) Parking Brake Use the parking brake control to engage or disengage the WARNING parking brake when the tractor is stopped (see Figure 7). Mowing in reverse can be hazardous to bystanders. Engage the Parking Brake - To engage the parking brake, Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the fully depress the brake pedal (A), pull UP on the parking presence of children.
Maintenance Maintenance Chart TRACTOR AND MOWER ENGINE Every 8 Hours or Daily First 5 Hours Check safety interlock system Change engine oil Clean debris off tractor and mower deck Every 8 Hours or Daily Clean debris from engine compartment Check engine oil level Every 25 Hours or Annually * Every 25 Hours or Annually * Check tire pressure...
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Charging the Battery Seat Adjustment Seat Slide Adjustment WARNING The seat can also be adjusted forward and back. Move the Keep open flames and sparks away from the lever (A, Figure 8), position the seat as desired, and release battery; the gasses coming from it are highly the lever to lock the seat into position.
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Servicing the Air Filter Servicing the Muffler WARNING WARNING Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and Running engine produces heat. Engine parts, explosive. especially muffler, become extremely hot. Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or Severe thermal burns can occur on contact. death.
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Storage Engine Oil While the engine is still warm, change the engine oil. Before starting the unit after it has been stored: WARNING Never store the unit (with fuel) in an enclosed, • Check all fluid levels. Check all maintenance items. unventilated structure.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting the Tractor PROBLEM LOOK FOR REMEDY Brake pedal not Fully depress brake pedal. depressed. Out of fuel. If engine is hot, allow it to cool, then refill the fuel tank. Battery terminals require See Cleaning the Battery and Cables section. Engine will not cleaning.
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Troubleshooting the Mower PROBLEM LOOK FOR REMEDY Tractor tires not properly See Check Tire Pressure section. Mower cut is uneven. inflated. Engine speed too slow. Set to full throttle. Mower cut is rough Ground speed too fast. Slow down. looking. Engine speed too slow.
Specifications ENGINE TRANSMISSION Model INTEK 4175 Series Hydro-Gear® Make Displacement 500 cc (30,5 cu in.) Type T2HP Model INTEK 7220 Series Make Tuff Torq® Hydrostatic Displacement 656 cc (40,0 cu in.) Type Electrical System Alternator: 9 amp Regulated MOWER DECK Battery: 12V-195 CCA Oil Capacity 1,4 L (48 oz) or 1,9 L (64 oz)