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Masport SD175/38 Operator's Manual

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Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty
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SD175/38
WARNING
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
MASPORT PTY LIMITED, 1/40 ABBOTS RD, DANDENONG SOUTH, MELBOURNE, VICTORIA 3175
Printed In USA
Form No. 769-10675
(March 4, 2015)

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  • Page 1 READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. MASPORT PTY LIMITED, 1/40 ABBOTS RD, DANDENONG SOUTH, MELBOURNE, VICTORIA 3175 Printed In USA Form No. 769-10675...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Call a Customer Support Representative on 0800 627 767 (New Zealand) or 1300 366 225 (Australia) ◊ Write to Masport Limited • P.O. Box 14-349 • Panmure, Aukland • 1741 (New Zealand) ◊ Write to Masport Pty Limited • 1/40 Abbots Road • Dandenong South • Melbourne, Victoria • 3175 (Australia)

  • Page 3: Safe Operation Practices

    Important Safe Operation Practices WARNING! This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury.
  • Page 4 Slope Operation A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade contact or thrown object injuries. Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip-over Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or accidents which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes roads and while not cutting grass.
  • Page 5 Service Children Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the Safe Handling of Gasoline: presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. They do not understand To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme the dangers.
  • Page 6 Do not modify engine Periodically check to make sure the blades come to complete stop within approximately (5) five seconds after To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any operating the blade disengagement control. If the blades way.
  • Page 7 Safety Symbols This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate DANGER —...
  • Page 8 2 — i ection mportant peration racticeS...

  • Page 9: Assembly & Set-Up

    Tractor Set-Up Position the red rubber boot over the positive battery terminal to help protect it from corrosion. NOTE: This Operators Manual covers a range of product NOTE: If the battery is put into service after the date shown specifications for various models. Characteristics and features on top/side of battery, charge the battery as instructed in the discussed and/or illustrated in this manual may not be applicable Maintenance section your Operator’s Manual prior to operating...
  • Page 10 Attaching The Steering Wheel Attaching The Seat If the steering wheel for your tractor did not come attached, the If the seat for your tractor was not attached at the factory, follow hardware for attaching it has been packed within the steering the applicable instructions below to attach it.
  • Page 11 Tire Pressure To adjust the position of the seat, remove the hex screw (or knob screw if applicable) on the bottom of the seat. Slide WARNING! Maximum tire pressure under any the seat forward or backward as desired. Re-install the hex circumstances is 30 psi.
  • Page 12 To Add Gasoline Setting the Deck Gauge Wheels (if so equipped) Turn the engine off and let engine cool at least 2 minutes Move the tractor on a firm and level surface, preferably before removing the fuel cap. The gasoline tank is located pavement, and proceed as follows under the hood.

  • Page 13: Controls & Features

    Controls and Features Throttle/Choke Lever Speed Control & Parking Brake Lever Ignition Switch Module Clutch/Brake Pedal Ammeter (On some models) Shift Lever Deck Lift Lever PTO (Blade Engage) Lever Figure 4-1 Lawn Tractor controls and features are illustrated in Figure 4-1 and described on the following pages. WARNING! Read and follow all safety rules and instructions in this manual, including the entire Operation section, before attempting to operate this machine.
  • Page 14 Throttle Control Lever IMPORTANT: Prior to operating the tractor, refer to both Safety Interlock Switches and Starting The Engine in the Operation The throttle control lever is located on the left side section of this manual for detailed instructions regarding the of the tractor’s dash panel.
  • Page 15 Clutch-Brake Pedal Speed Control Lever The clutch-brake pedal is located on the left side of the lawn The speed control lever, located on the left side of tractor, along the running board. Depress the clutch-brake pedal the tractor’s dash console, allows you to regulate part way down when slowing the tractor by changing speeds the ground speed of the lawn tractor.

  • Page 16: Operation

    Operation Models with Reverse Caution Mode • With the ignition key in the NORMAL MOWING position, the engine will automatically shut off if the PTO (Blade Engage) lever is moved into the engaged (ON) position with the shift lever in Reverse. WARNING! Do not operate the tractor if the interlock system is malfunctioning.
  • Page 17 Starting the Engine Depress the REVERSE PUSH BUTTON (Orange, Triangular Button) at the top, right corner of the key switch module. WARNING! The red indicator light at the top, left corner of the key Do not operate the tractor if the switch module will be ON while activated.
  • Page 18 Driving The Tractor Place shift lever in either FORWARD or REVERSE, and follow normal operating procedures. WARNING! Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed Driving On Slopes and sudden stops. WARNING! Do not leave the seat of the tractor Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE in the Important Safe Operation without first placing the PTO (Blade Engage) lever in Practices section of the manual to help determine slopes where the disengaged (OFF) position, depressing the brake...
  • Page 19 Mowing NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the discharge chute to operate the mower with the mulch kit installed. WARNING! To help avoid blade contact or a WARNING! Never operate the mower without the thrown object injury, keep bystanders, helpers, discharge chute properly attached.

  • Page 20: Maintenance & Adjustment

    Maintenance & Adjustments Maintenance NOTE: Refer to the Engine Operator/Owner Manual packed with your unit for information regarding the quantity and proper WARNING! Before performing any maintenance or viscosity of motor oil. repairs, disengage PTO, move shift lever into neutral Air Cleaner position, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting.
  • Page 21 Cleaning Battery Deck Wash System™ Clean the battery by removing it from the tractor and washing If your tractor’s deck is equipped with a water port on its surface with a baking soda and water solution. If necessary, scrape the as part of its Deck Wash System™, follow these instructions to battery terminals with a wire brush to remove deposits.
  • Page 22 On 46” decks, repeat steps 4 through 11 on the opposite Retighten the jam nut loosened earlier when proper side of the cutting deck. adjustment is achieved. IMPORTANT: After cleaning your deck with the Deck Wash Side to Side System™ , return to the operator’s position and engage the PTO. If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly, a side to side Keep the cutting deck running for a minimum of two minutes, adjustment can be performed.
  • Page 23 Maintenance Schedule Before Every Every Every Every Prior Each use 10 Hours 25 Hours 50 Hours 100 Hours to Storing Clean Hood/Dash Louvers Check Engine Oil Level Check Air Filter for Dirty, Loose or Damaged Parts Clean and Re-oil Air Filter’s Foam Pre-cleaner Replace Air Filter Element Change Engine Oil and Replace Oil Filter Clean Battery Terminals...

  • Page 24: Service

    Service Cutting Deck Removal NOTE: Models equipped with a 38-inch deck have one deck idler pulley. Models equipped with a 42- and 46-inch deck have two deck idler pulleys. To remove the cutting deck, proceed as follows: Place the PTO (Blade Engage) lever in the disengaged (OFF) position and engage the parking brake.
  • Page 25 On 46” Decks: Looking at the cutting deck from the left Carefully remove the PTO cable from the rear of the side of the tractor, locate the deck support pin on the rear cutting deck by removing the hair pin clip which secures it. left side of the deck.
  • Page 26 Cutting Blades Jump Starting WARNING! WARNING! Never jump start a damaged or frozen Shut the engine off and remove battery. Be certain the vehicles do not touch, and ignition key before removing the cutting blade(s) for ignitions are off. Do not allow cable clamps to touch. sharpening or replacement.
  • Page 27 NOTE: When replacing the blade, be sure to install the blade with Route the new belt as shown in Figure 7-10. the side of the blade marked ‘‘Bottom’’ (or with a part number Remount the belt guards removed earlier. stamped in it) facing the ground when the mower is in the For 42”...
  • Page 28 38-Inch Deck Engine Pulley Idler Bracket Deck Idler Pulley Figure 7-10 42 & 46-Inch Deck Figure 7-11 7— S ection ervice...

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy Engine fails to start 1. PTO/Blade engaged. 1. Place knob (or lever) in disengaged (OFF) position. 2. Spark plug wire disconnected. 2. Connect wire to spark plug. 3. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. 3. Fill tank with clean, fresh (less than 30 days old) gas.

  • Page 30: Replacement Parts

    NOTE: This Operators Manual covers a range of product specifications for various models. Characteristics and features discussed and/ or illustrated in this manual may not be applicable to all models. Masport reserves the right to change product specifications, designs and equipment without notice and without incurring obligation.

  • Page 31: Attachments & Accessories

    Attachments & Accessories The following attachments and accessories are compatible for this Lawn Tractor. See the retailer from which you purchased your tractor for information regarding price and availability. CAUTION: of tractor is NOT designed for use with any type of ground-engaging attachments (e.g. This model tiller or plow).
  • Page 32 Notes...
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  • Page 34: Warranty

    3.6. For the “Full Parts and Labour” Level of Warranty Cover, Masport will repair or replace (at Masport’s sole option) any Product that suf- fers from a material defect in workmanship or materials. You will not be charged for any parts, materials or labour costs involved in the...
  • Page 35 Despite anything else in this warranty card, nothing in this warranty card will exclude, limit or modify any Consumer Protection War- ranty or any liability of Masport imposed by applicable law if to do so would be unlawful or make any part of this warranty card void or voidable.
  • Page 36 Product was purchased, for example, an original receipt. 7.2. Masport or its agent will assess the claim and if accepted, will repair or replace the Product or Product Component in accordance with the normal practices of the relevant Masport service agent.

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