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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers & IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. I. GENERAL OPERATION DO NOT: •...
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Look for this symbol to point out im- Stop machine if anyone enters the area. portant safety precautions. It means •...
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES GASOLINE CAPACITY 2.0 GALLONS • Read and observe the safety rules. AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tractor. OILTYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) • Follow the instructions under the "Customer Responsi- SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) bilities"...
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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.
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ASSEMBLY TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation SEAT PAN section, page 12, for location and function controls) • Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to LABEL its highest position. BOX DOOR • Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal. •...
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ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER TRAILING EDGE UP MANDREL ASSEMBL_ DECK (See Fig. 5) BLADE CENTER The gauge wheels are designed to keep the mower deck in HOLE proper position when operating mower. Be sure they are properly adjusted to ensure optimum mower performance. FLAT •...
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ASSEMBLY • Slide left side of mower back and install the unattached INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT (See front link in top hole of the L.H. front mower bracket. Figs. 8 and 9) Retain with single loop retainer spring as shown. Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension •...
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ASSEMBLY CHECK TIRE PRESSURE ,[ CHECKLIS BEFORE YOU OPERA TEAND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC- The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BES TPERFORMANCE AND SA TISFA C TION FROM THIS best cutting performance.
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OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING...
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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 adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. ATTACHMENT IGNITION CLUTCH SWITCH LIGHT...
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OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.
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OPERATION TO OPERATE ON HILLS • Be sure tractor is on a flat level surface. • Lower mower and adjust mower to desired cutting height. with slopes greater than 15 ° and do not • Remove retainer spring and clevis pin which secure CAUTION: Donotdriveupordownhills drive across any slope.
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OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise "START" position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 18) fifteen seconds per minute. If the engine does not start •...
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OPERATION • Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to slow position. With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal. • Move motion control lever to full forward position and hold for five (5) seconds.
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES AS YOU COMPLETE /__-_'_._o_ ..REGULARSERVICE il/__K;/_,-4r_;/_l SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension...
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR TRAILING MANDREL EDGE UP CENTER ASSEMBLY Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- HOLE nance. BRAKE OPERATION LOCK WASHER If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. HEX BOLT STAR (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE"...
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Open battery box door. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 18 & 19) • Disconnect BLACKbatterycablefirst then RED battery Determine temperature range expected before oil change. cable and remove battery from tractor. All oil must meet API service classification SF-SJ. •...
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 20) COVER KNOB Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating. CARTRIDGE • Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. COVER • Remove hex bolts from blower housing and lift housing offengine.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. •...
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • Check primary idler arm and two idlers to see that they FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 26 and 27) rotate freely. IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT • Be sure spring is securely hooked to primary idler arm NECESSARY, BE SURE TOAD JUST BOTH FRONT LINKS and bolt in mower housing.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Carefully remove L.H. MANDREL belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT cooling fan blades. CENTER MANDREL • Pull belt toward front of tractor and remove downwards PULLEY from around electric clutch.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS IMPORTANT: YOURTRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12 TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM. THE OTHER Should your transmission require removal for service or VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten securely. • Connect BLACKgrounding cable to negative (-)terminal HOOD with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely. •...
STORAGE ENGINE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage atthe 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 CAUTION: Never store the tractor with DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM gasoline in the tank inside a building...
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 flooded. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Bad spark plug. Replace spark plug. Dirty air filter.
TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not when operator leaves corrected, contact an authorized service center/ seat with attachment department. clutch engaged Poor cut-uneven Worn, bent or loose blade. Replace blade.
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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING _TH/S UT OUT 0"" GUIDE SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. 15 ° MAX. Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15°), never across the face.
Husqvarna dealer in a timely manner, no later than thirty (30) days (4) Lawn and garden attachments are covered by a third party that gives a warranty, all claims for from date of the operational problem or failure.
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532177973 Rev. 1 2.20.01 RD/TR Printed in U.S.A.