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White Outdoor Series 79G Operator's Manual

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Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty
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Model Series 79G Hydrostatic Lawn Tractor
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.
P. O. Box 1386, 97 Kent Avenue, KITCHENER, ONTARIO, CANADA N2G 4J1
Printed In USA
769-05994A
1.24.11

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  • Page 1 Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty ’ operator s manual Model Series 79G Hydrostatic Lawn Tractor WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Choose from the options below: ◊ Visit our web at www.whiteoutdoor.ca ◊ Locate your nearest dealer from Customer Support: 1-800-668-1238 ◊ Contact White Outdoor • P.O. Box 1386 • 97 Kent Avenue • Kitchener, Ontario, Canada • N2G 4J1...

  • 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 Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. Never carry passengers. Mow up and down slopes, not across. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. Disengage blade(s) before shifting into reverse. Back up slowly. Always look down and behind before and while Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden backing to avoid a back-over accident.
  • Page 5 Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the When practical, remove gas-powered equipment area. from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment on Before and while backing, look behind and down for a trailer with a portable container, rather than from a small children.

  • Page 6: Spark Arrestor

    Do not modify engine Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the way.

  • Page 7: Safety Symbols

    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—...
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  • Page 9: Assembly & Set-Up

    Assembly & Set-Up Assembly & Set-Up Tractor Set-Up NOTE: If the battery is put into service after the date shown on top/side of battery, charge the battery as instructed in the NOTE: This Operators Manual covers a range of product Maintenance section your Operator’s Manual prior to operating specifications for various models.
  • 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 Mulch Plug (optional) Setting the Deck Gauge Wheels (if so equipped) Note: See the Attachments & Accessories section if you would Move the tractor on a firm and level surface, preferably like information regarding adding a mulching system for your pavement, and proceed as follows model of tractor.

  • Page 12: Controls & Features

    Controls and Features Parking Brake Lever Ammeter Brake Pedal Throttle/Choke Lever Ignition Switch Module Speed Control Lever PTO (Blade Engage) Lever Deck Lift Lever Figure 4-1 Lawn Tractor controls and features are illustrated in Fig 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 13: Throttle Control Lever

    Throttle Control Lever On/Lights The throttle control lever is located on the right side of the Start tractor’s dash panel. This lever controls the speed of the engine and, on some models, when pushed all the way forward, the choke control also. When set in a given position, the throttle will maintain a uniform engine speed.

  • Page 14: Brake Pedal

    To stop the engine, turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the OFF position. See Fig. 4-3B. Ignition Switch Module To start the engine, insert the key into the ignition switch and turn clockwise to the START position. Release the key into the NORMAL MOWING MODE position once the engine has fired.

  • Page 15: Operation

    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 speed control in Reverse. WARNING! Do not operate the tractor if the interlock system is malfunctioning.

  • Page 16: Stopping The Engine

    Once activated (indicator light ON), the tractor can be Engage the tractor’s parking brake. driven in reverse with the cutting blades (PTO) engaged. Activate the choke control. Always look down and behind before and while backing to Turn the ignition key clockwise to the START position. After make sure no children are around.

  • Page 17: Engaging The Blades

    The lawn tractor is brought to a stop by depressing the Models without Reverse Caution Mode: brake pedal. The PTO (blade engage) lever must be in the disengaged (OFF) position when starting the engine, when traveling in reverse, and Set the parking brake by fully depressing the brake pedal if the operator leaves the seat.
  • Page 18 Moving The Tractor Manually Your tractor’s transmission is equipped with a hydrostatic relief valve for occasions when it is necessary to move the tractor manually. Activating this valve forces the fluid in the transmission to bypass its normal route, allowing the rear tires to “freewheel.” To engage the hydrostatic relief valve, proceed as follows: Locate the hydrostatic bypass rod in the rear of the tractor.

  • Page 19: Maintenance & Adjustment

    Maintenance & Adjustments Maintenance NOTE: The oil filter should be changed at every oil change interval. To complete an oil change, proceed as follows: WARNING! Before performing any maintenance or Run the engine for a few minutes to allow the oil in the repairs, disengage PTO, move shift lever into neutral crankcase to warm up.
  • Page 20 Replace the oil filter as instructed in the Kohler Owner’s Cleaning Battery Manual. Clean the battery by removing it from the tractor and washing Refill the engine with new oil. Refer to the Engine with a baking soda and water solution. If necessary, scrape the Operator/Owner Manual packed with your unit for battery terminals with a wire brush to remove deposits.
  • Page 21 IMPORTANT: Deck Wash System™ After cleaning your deck with the Deck Wash System™ , return to the operator’s position and engage the PTO. If your tractor’s deck is equipped with a water port on its surface Keep the cutting deck running for a minimum of two minutes, as part of its Deck Wash System™, follow these instructions to allowing the underside of the cutting deck to thoroughly dry.

  • Page 22: Seat Adjustment

    Side to Side Hex Cap Screw If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly, a side to side adjustment can be performed. Adjust if necessary as follows: With the tractor parked on a firm, level surface, place the deck lift lever in the top notch (highest position) and rotate both blades so that they are perpendicular with the tractor.

  • Page 23: Maintenance Schedule

    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 Service Cutting Deck Removal On 38” Decks: Looking at the cutting deck from the left side of the tractor, locate the bow-tie pin that secures the NOTE: Models equipped with a 38-inch deck have one deck idler deck support rod on the rear left side of the deck. See Fig. pulley.
  • Page 25 On 42” & 46” Decks: Looking at the cutting deck from the Carefully remove the PTO cable from the rear of the left side of the tractor, locate the deck support pin on the cutting deck by removing the hair pin clip which secures it. rear left side of the deck.

  • Page 26: Cutting Blades

    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: Dealer

    Route the new belt as shown in and Fig. 7-9. Remount the belt guards removed earlier. For 42” & 46” Decks To change or replace the deck belt on your tractor, proceed as follows: Remove the deck as instructed earlier in this section. Remove the belt covers by removing the hex washer screws that fasten them to the deck.
  • Page 28 38-Inch Deck Engine Pulley Idler Bracket Deck Idler Pulley Figure 7-9 42 & 46-Inch Deck Figure 7-10 7— s 7— s ection ection ervice ervice...

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

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

  • Page 30: Attachments & Accessories

    Attachments & Accessories The following attachments and accessories are compatible with your lawn tractor. See your authorized dealer or the retailer from which you purchased your tractor for information regarding price and availability. CAUTION: Your lawn tractor is NOT designed for use with any type of ground-engaging attachments (e.g. tiller or moldboard plow).

  • Page 31: Replacement Parts

    Replacement Parts DESCRIPTION PART NO. Drive Belt (Mowing Deck) 38” Deck 954-04062 Drive Belt (Mowing Deck) 42” Deck 954-04060B Drive Belt (Mowing Deck) 46” Deck 954-04219 Deck Blade (38” Deck) 942-0610A Deck Blade (42” Deck) 942-04308 Deck Blade (46” Deck) 942-04290 Deck Spindle (38”...

  • Page 32: Emission Control Warranty Statement

    FEDERAL and/or CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS MTD Consumer Group Inc, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and, for those products certified for sale in the state of California, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) are pleased to explain the emission (evaporative and/or exhaust) control system (ECS) warranty on your outdoor 2006 and later small off-road spark-ignited engine and equipment (outdoor equipment engine) In California, new outdoor equipment engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti-smog standards (in other states, 1997 and later model year equipment must be designed, built, and equipped to meet the U.S.
  • Page 33 The outdoor equipment engine owner will not be charged for diagnostic labor that is directly associated with diagnosis of a defec- tive, emission-related warranted part, provided that such diagnostic work is performed at a warranty station. MTD Consumer Group Inc is liable for damages to other engine or equipment components proximately caused by a failure under warranty of any warranted part.

  • Page 34: Warranty

    THREE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD Products Limited with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in Canada and/or its territories and possessions (either entity respectively, “MTD”). MTD warrants this product (excluding its normal wear parts as described below) against defects in material and workmanship for a period of three (3) years commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship.

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