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- Page 1 03131 D17K38 Operator's Manual Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine. The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty. 532 44 47-66...
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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. • Always wear eye protection when operating machine. WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci den tal •... - Page 3 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. CHILDREN GENERAL SERVICE Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to 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 CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manu fac tured to give Gasoline Capacity 1.50 Gallons you the best possible dependability and performance. and Type: Unleaded Regular Should you experience any problem you cannot easily Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 10W30 (above 32°F/0°C) remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service... -
Page 5: Assembly
UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Steering Extension Hex Bolt Shaft Insert Lock Washer Steering Steering Steering Wheel Washer Wheel Adapter Boot Seat Slope Sheet Washer Key(s) Hex Bolt Seat 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. - Page 6 ASSEMBLY TO INSTALL STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 2) INSTALL SEAT (See Figs. 3 & 4) • Remove bolt and flat washer se cur ing seat to cardboard ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT packing and set aside for as sem bly of seat to tractor. •...
- Page 7 ASSEMBLY TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op er a tion ✓CHECKLIST section for location and function of con trols) BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE • Raise attachment lift lever to its highest po si tion. WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PER FOR MANCE AND SAT IS FAC TION FROM THIS •...
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Page 8: Operation
OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. HIGH FAST SLOW REVERSE NEUTRAL CHOKE IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE START ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT ENGINE OFF REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) - Page 9 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 10 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 adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or stan dard safety glasses.
- Page 11 OPERATION TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) (See Fig. 9) Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off gearshift lever (J).
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Page 12: Before Starting The Engine
OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE TO STOP MOWER BLADES Disengage at tach ment clutch con trol. CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the CAUTION: Do not operate the mower factory, already filled with sum mer weight oil. without either the en tire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield •... - Page 13 OPERATION MOWING TIPS TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 5) When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower hous ing has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move is attached to tractor.
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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: Engine Oil Filter
MAINTENANCE V-BELTS • Slide a 1/2” (12 point) socket mounted on an extension onto oil drain plug. Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours • Loosen plug while holding the oil drain extension firmly of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not in place. - Page 17 MAINTENANCE IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 18) DECK WASHOUT PORT (See Fig. 20) 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 SE RI OUS IN JU RY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place gearshift lever in neutral position. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. •... -
Page 19: Service And Adjustments
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO • Insert end of link (E) into hole in front mower bracket CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside and secure with washer and retainer spring (J). of tractor chassis and secure with retainer spring. - Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER • If adjustment is necessary, see step 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.
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Page 21: To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT 2. Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll belt onto engine pulley (E). (See Fig. 31) 3. Pull belt toward rear of tractor. Carefully work belt down The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. around transaxle input pulley (D). - Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEU TRAL TO AD JUST STEER ING WHEEL ALIGN MENT ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 33) If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift lever is ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly in neutral (lock gate) position.
- Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 36) TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 37) WARNING: Do not short battery ter mi - • Raise hood. nals by allowing a wrench or any other • Unsnap headlight wire connector. object to contact both terminals at the •...
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Page 24: 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 25: 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 26: Trou Ble Shoot Ing
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. Excessive 2. Bent blade mandrel. 2. Replace blade mandrel. vibration 3. Loose/damaged part(s). 3. Tighten loose part(s). Replace damaged parts. 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control 1. - Page 28 06.28.11 BD Printed in the U.S.A.
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