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Operator's Manual
Lawn Tractor
IMPORTANT: READ
SAFETY RULES AND
INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.
LES DISTRIBUTIONS RVI LIMITÉE, 2955, JEAN-BAPTISTE DESCHAMPS, LACHINE, QUEBEC H8T 1C5
772C0761
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
(1/12/2005)

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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual Lawn Tractor IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. LES DISTRIBUTIONS RVI LIMITÉE, 2955, JEAN-BAPTISTE DESCHAMPS, LACHINE, QUEBEC H8T 1C5 772C0761 PRINTED IN U.S.A. (1/12/2005)

  • Page 2: Finding Model Number

    Copy the model number here: XXXXXXXXXXX XXX-XXXXXX Copy the serial number here: COLUMBIA CANADA KITCHENER, ON N2G 4J1 ENGINE INFORMATION The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related issues with regards to performance, power-rating, specifications, warranty and service. Please refer to the engine manufacturer’s Owner’s/Operator’s Manual packed separately with your unit for more information.

  • Page 3: Section 1: Important Safe Operation Practices

    SECTION 1: 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

    23. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a 4. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for burn. Do not touch. wheel weights or counterweights to improve 24. Check overhead clearances carefully before driving stability. under low hanging tree branches, wires, door 5.

  • Page 5: Safe Handling Of Gasoline

    e. Use extreme care when approaching blind lock-open device. corners, doorways, shrubs, trees or other e. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and objects that may block your vision of a child other sources of ignition. who may run into the machine. Never fuel machine indoors.
  • Page 6 8. Never tamper with the safety interlock system or For safety protection, frequently check components other safety devices. Check their proper operation and replace immediately with original equipment regularly. manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) parts only, listed in this 9. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, manual.

  • Page 7: Section 2: Slope Gauge

    SECTION 2: SLOPE GAUGE Use this page as a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate safely. Do not operate your equipment on such slopes.

  • Page 8: Section 3: Tractor Set-Up

    SECTION 3: TRACTOR SET-UP This unit is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE. Check oil before starting engine. Do not overfill. After IMPORTANT: assembly, service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit. NOTE: 3. Select desired position for the seat, and secure with This owner’s manual covers various models of the two hex screws/knobs removed.

  • Page 9: Shipping Brace Removal

    Tire Pressure Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your tractor. Read instructions carefully. WARNING: Maximum tire pressure under any circumstances is 30 psi. Equal tire Your tractor is shipped with motor oil in the IMPORTANT: pressure should be maintained at all times.

  • Page 10: Section 4: Know Your Lawn Tractor

    SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN TRACTOR CHOKE FAST SLOW PARK BRAKE Figure 5 Speed Control Lever / Parking Brake Ignition Switch Module Clutch-brake Pedal Deck Lift Lever Shift Lever G PTO (Blade Engage) Lever Throttle Control Lever NOTE: Any reference in this manual to the RIGHT or LEFT side of the tractor is observed from operator’s position.

  • Page 11: Throttle Control

    Throttle Control NOTE: The pedal must be depressed to start the engine. Refer to Safety Interlock Switches on page 13. CHOKE The throttle control lever is located on the right side of FAST Parking Brake the tractor’s dash panel. This lever controls the speed of To set the parking brake, fully depress the clutch-brake the engine and, and on...

  • Page 12: Deck Lift Lever

    Deck Lift Lever Ignition Switch Module Found on your tractor’s right fender, WARNING: Never leave a running machine the deck lift lever is used to change unattended. Always disengage PTO, move the height of the cutting deck. To use, shift lever into neutral position, set parking move the lever to the left, then place brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent in the notch best suited for your...

  • Page 13: Section 5: Operating Your Lawn Tractor

    SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR Safety Interlock Switches 3. Depress the REVERSE PUSH BUTTON (Orange, Triangular Button) at the top, right corner of the key This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system switch module. The red indicator light at the top, left for the protection of the operator.

  • Page 14: Setting The Cutting Height

    Stopping the Engine NOTE: The parking brake must be set if the operator leaves the seat with the engine running or the engine WARNING: will automatically shut off. If you strike a foreign object, stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug Setting the Cutting Height wire(s) and ground against the engine.

  • Page 15: Driving On Slopes

    NOTE: To raise the cutting deck, move the deck lift lever to the When operating the unit initially, there will be left, then place it in the notch best suited for your little difference between the highest two speeds until application.

  • Page 16: Section 6: Making Adjustments

    Headlights • Do NOT attempt to mow heavy brush and weeds and extremely tall grass. Your tractor is designed to On some models, the lamps are ON whenever the mow lawns, NOT clear brush. tractor’s engine is running. On other models, the lamps •...

  • Page 17: Parking Brake Adjustment

    • Loosen, but do NOT remove, the hex screw on the • Looking at the transmission from the right side of left deck hanger bracket. See Figure 10. the tractor, locate the compression spring and brake disc. See Figure 11. Hex Nut Compression Spring Hex Screw...

  • Page 18: Section 7: Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor

    SECTION 7: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR WARNING: • Service the oil filter (if so equipped) as instructed Before performing in the separate engine manual packed with your maintenance or repairs, disengage PTO, unit. move shift lever into neutral position, set Perform the above steps in the opposite order after oil parking brake, stop engine and remove key to has finished draining.

  • Page 19: Cleaning The Engine And Deck

    Cleaning the Engine and Deck Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be wiped off promptly. Do NOT allow debris to accumulate around the cooling fins of the engine or on any other part of the machine. The use of a pressure washer to clean IMPORTANT: your tractor is NOT recommended.
  • Page 20 Charging If the tractor has not been put into use for an extended Idler Bracket period of time, charge the battery with an automotive- type 12-volt charger for a minimum of one hour at six amps. WARNING: Batteries give off an explosive gas while charging.

  • Page 21: Cutting Blades

    WARNING: Always use a fuse with the same amperage capacity for replacement. Blade Separation Cutting Blades WARNING: Be sure to shut the engine off, remove ignition key, disconnect the spark plug Worn Blade Edge wire(s) and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting before removing Wind Wing the cutting blade(s) for sharpening or...
  • Page 22 All belts on your tractor are subject to wear and should be replaced if any signs of wear are present. Belt Guard The V-belts found on your tractor are IMPORTANT: Idler Bracket specially designed to engage and disengage safely. A 3/8”...

  • Page 23: Section 9: Off-Season Storage

    SECTION 9: OFF-SEASON STORAGE Clean and lubricate the tractor as instructed in Section 7: Follow the instructions in the Service, Storage & MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR on page 18 of this Specifications section of the separate engine manual manual before storing for an extended period. for proper engine care prior to storing your tractor.

  • Page 24: Section 11: Troubleshooting

    SECTION 11: TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action Engine fails to start PTO engaged. Place PTO lever in disengaged (OFF) position. Parking brake not engaged. Engage parking brake. Spark plug wire(s) disconnected. Connect wire(s) to spark plug(s). Throttle control lever not in correct Place throttle control in CHOKE position.

  • Page 25: Section 12: Three Year Limited Warranty

    SECTION 12: THREE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For three (3) years from the date of original purchase of our products, we will either repair or replace, at its option, free of charge, F.O.B. Factory or authorized service firm, any part found to be DEFECTIVE IN MATERIAL and WORKMANSHIP for the original purchaser.

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