Rally RA16H38 Owner's Manual

16.0 hp 38 inch lawn tractor

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MODEL NO. RA16H38 (96011020600)
16.0 HP 38 Inch
Lawn Tractor
401894 Rev.1 12.06.05 VB
Printed in U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 MODEL NO. RA16H38 (96011020600) 16.0 HP 38 Inch Lawn Tractor 401894 Rev.1 12.06.05 VB Printed in U.S.A.
  • Page 2: Safety Rules

    SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: 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. • Disengage blades when not mowing. Shut off engine and wait for all parts to come to a complete stop before WARNING: In order to prevent ac- cleaning the machine, removing the grass catcher, or...
  • Page 3 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. CHILDREN GENERAL SERVICE • Never operate machine in a closed area. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to •...
  • 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 Gasoline Capacity 1.25 Gallons you the best possible dependability and performance. and Type: Unleaded Regular Should you experience any problem you cannot easily rem- Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) edy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/...
  • Page 5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Seat (1) Washer Steering 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Boot Steering Extension Shaft (1) Knob Steering Wheel Adapter (1) Large Flat Washer (2) Keys (1) Oil Drain Tube (1) 5/16 Slope Sheet Lock Washer (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 4 Battery (2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4...
  • 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 insure proper tightness.
  • Page 7 ASSEMBLY SEAT SHOULDER SEAT PAN BOLT LABEL SEAT PAN 02602 FIG. 4 NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the ap pro pri ate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid FLAT WASHER WARNING: Before start ing, read, un der stand and fol low all in struc tions in the Op er a tion section of this man u al.
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY ✓CHECKLIST CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinfl ated at the factory BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PER- for best cutting performance.
  • Page 9: Operation

    OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean- ing. FAST SLOW REVERSE HIGH NEUTRAL CHOKE IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE START MOWER HEIGHT REVERSE ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE MOWER LIFT ENGINE OFF OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)
  • Page 10 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. AT TACH MENT IGNITION ROS "ON"...
  • Page 11 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 op- erating your tractor or per form ing any adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or stan dard safety glasses.
  • Page 12 OPERATION REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 7) Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off switch.
  • Page 13 OPERATION • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down • Remove oil fi ll cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the hills. dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds, remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until •...
  • Page 14 OPERATION WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and above) NOTE: During this procedure there will be no movement • When engine starts, move the throttle control to the of drive wheels. The air is being removed from hydraulic fast position. drive system. •...
  • Page 15: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE 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 Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness...
  • Page 16: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE BLADE CARE TRACTOR For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Re place Always observe safety rules when per form ing any main- bent or damaged blades. te nance. BRAKE OPERATION CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade approved by the manufacturer of your If tractor requires more than fi...
  • Page 17 MAINTENANCE Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground. The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fl uid main te - If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal nance is not required for the life of the transaxle.
  • Page 18 MAINTENANCE • Unlock drain valve by pushing inward and turning MUFFLER coun ter clock wise. Inspect and replace corroded muffl er and spark arrester • To open, pull out on the drain valve. (if equipped) as it could create a fi re hazard and/or dam- •...
  • Page 19: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST - MENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. •...
  • Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • When distance “D” is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING tighten nut “F” against trunnion on both front links. Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground • Recheck side-to-side adjustment.
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 21) (See Fig. 22) Your tractor is equipped with an ad just able brake system Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle.
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • While holding motion control lever in place, loosen the NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent fl at tires due to adjustment bolt. slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local • Move motion control lever to the neutral (N) (lock gate) parts dealer.
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY • Raise hood. (See Fig. 26) • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the • Raise hood. grill. • Unsnap headlight wire connector. •...
  • Page 24: Storage

    STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end ENGINE 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 25: Trou Ble Shoot Ing

    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section. Engine fl ooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Bad spark plug. Replace spark plug. Dirty air fi...
  • Page 26 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine dies when 1. Reverse operation system 1. Turn ignition key to tractor is shifted (ROS) is not "ON" while ROS "ON" position. into reverse mower or other attachment See Operation section. is engaged. Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system.
  • Page 27 TRACTOR-MODEL NO. RA16H38 (96011020600), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 02-60 SCHEMATIC BATTERY STARTER FUSE AMMETER (OPTIONAL) WHITE CLUTCH / BRAKE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH (PEDAL UP) (CLUTCH OFF) BLACK BLACK SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) BLACK BLACK GRAY GRAY REVERSE SWITCH SHORTING CONNECTOR NOT IN REVERSE...
  • Page 28: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-MODEL NO. RA16H38 (96011020600), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 02-60 ELECTRICAL 197428...
  • Page 29 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-MODEL NO. RA16H38 (96011020600), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 02-60 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 532 16 34-65 Battery 874 76 04-12 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 unc x 3/4 532 17 66-89 Battery Box 532 17 61-38 Switch Interlock Push-In 532 18 37-59 Harness Asm Light W/4152j 532 00 41-52 Bulb Light #1156 532 12 47-80 Cable Battery 6 Ga.
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-MODEL NO. RA16H38 (96011020600), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 02-60 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES Chassis-Elite_Basic_LT_5...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-MODEL NO. RA16H38 (96011020600), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 02-60 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 532 17 46-20 Chassis Stamping 532 17 65-54 Drawbar 532 15 52-72 Bumper Hood/Dash 532 18 44-19 Saddle 532 15 51-38 Clip Retainer 532 19 39-34 Dash...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-MODEL NO. RA16H38 (96011020600), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 02-60 DRIVE drive-hydro_36...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-MODEL NO. RA16H38 (96011020600), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 02-60 DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION - - - - - - - - Transaxle Hydro Gr 322-0510 532 14 24-32 Screw Hex Wsh 1/4-1/2 unc (Order parts from transaxle manu-...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-MODEL NO. RA16H38 (96011020600), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 02-60 STEERING ASSEMBLY steering_pl.lt_58...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-MODEL NO. RA16H38 (96011020600), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 02-60 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 532 18 67-80 Wheel Steering 532 17 51-31 Axle Asm 532 16 98-40 Spindle Asm LH 532 16 98-39 Spindle Asm RH 532 12 49-31 Bearing Race Thrust Harden 532 12 17-48 Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-MODEL NO. RA16H38 (96011020600), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 02-60 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester engine-bs.1cyl_49...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-MODEL NO. RA16H38 (96011020600), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 02-60 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 532 17 05-51 Control Throttle/Choke 817 72 04-08 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 - - - - - - - - Engine B&S Model No. 283H07 (Order Parts From Engine Manufacturer) 532 13 73-52 Muffl...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-MODEL NO. RA16H38 (96011020600), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 02-60 SEAT ASSEMBLY seat_lt.knob_18 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532 17 46-48 Bracket Mounting Switch 532 40 10-42 Seat 532 12 12-48 Bushing Snap Blk Nyl 50 Id 532 14 05-51 Bracket Pivot Fender...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-MODEL NO. RA16H38 (96011020600), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 02-60 DECALS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532 14 50-05 Decal Battery Danger 532 18 11-46 Decal Fender 532 40 20-78 Decal Chassis Hydro 38 532 40 03-89 Decal Warning Syms. CE 532 18 76-20 Decal Hood RH 532 15 97-36 Decal Chassis Hot Muffl...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-MODEL NO. RA16H38 (96011020600), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 02-60 MOWER DECK 38_deck-manual_4...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-MODEL NO. RA16H38 (96011020600), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 02-60 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532 19 25-56 Mower Housing Assembly 532 19 32-14 V-Belt 872 14 05-06 Bolt Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4 532 19 32-16 Spring Brake Return 532 13 80-17 Bracket Asm Fr.
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-MODEL NO. RA16H38 (96011020600), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 02-60 MOWER LIFT 16 17 lift-rh.1piece_27...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-MODEL NO. RA16H38 (96011020600), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 02-60 MOWER LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 532 19 84-17 Wire Asm Inner W/plunger 532 19 80-70 Shaft Asm Lift 532 18 88-22 Pin Groove 812 00 00-02 E Ring #5133-62 819 21 16-21 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga.
  • Page 44 SERVICE NOTES...
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  • Page 47 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees.

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