Page 2 - DO NOT transport unit with fuel in tank.; TABLE OF CONTENTS; VIBRATION; VIBRATION LEVEL 2.65 g; IN THE INTEREST OF SAFETY; The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known; SOUND; SOUND LEVEL 94.8 dBA at operator position
Part No. 520187 Form No. F102004A because contact may cause burns. 22. DO NOT run engine without air cleaner or air cleaner cover. 23. DO NOT operate during excessive vibra-tion!24. DO NOT leave machine unattended while in operation. 25. DO NOT park machine on a steep grade or slope. WARNING: DO 1. ...
Page 3 - GENERAL SAFETY; Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
Part No. 520187 Form No. F102004A Page 3 of 20 For your safety and the safety of others, these directions should be followed: Do not operate this machine without fi rst reading owner's manual and engine manufacturer's manual. Use of Eye and Breathing protection is recom- mended when using this machi...
Page 4 - Part No. 520187; ASSEMBLY; PUT OIL IN ENGINE BEFORE STARTING.
Part No. 520187 Form No. F102004A 5.On each side of the mower, insert one of the handle mounting bolts (Item 102) with split lock washer (Item 6) on top of fl at washer (Item 184) through the hole in one end of the handle brace (Item 32), the front handle mounting hole of the handle and screw into t...
Page 5 - CONTROLS; Throttle Control; LITERATURE ASSY; Electric Start Only; WARNING; Speed Control; ENGINE LABELS
Part No. 520187 Form No. F102004A Page 5 of 20 CONTROLS Throttle Control 13 Owner's Manual Check Owner's Manual 520187 Warranty Card Check Warranty Card 400972 Literature Checklist 12 LITERATURE ASSY Electric Start Only Pull up on the switch then push forward to start the engine. 3 3 " T R I P L...
Page 6 - TO PREVENT INJURY; DANGER; US DESIGN PATENT
Part No. 520187 Form No. F102004A P a rt No: 520079 3 3 " T R I P L E B L A D E M O W E R Follow all instructions in Owner's Manual.Go across slopes, not up and down.Do not mow when children or others are around.Look down and behind before and while movingbackwards.Keep safety guards, shields, s...
Page 7 - CUTTING OPERATION; OPERATION; STARTING
Part No. 520187 Form No. F102004A Like all mechanical tools, reasonable care must be used when operating machine. Do not operate unit in areas where bystanders may be present. D o n o t o p e ra t e i f ex c e s s i ve v i b ra t i o n o c c u r s. I f ex c e s s i ve v i b ra t i o n o c c u r s, s...
Page 8 - continued; CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT; spacers
Part No. 520187 Form No. F102004A OPERATION continued 16 Page 8 of 20 Figure 16-2 Figure 16-1 16.3 CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT C AU T I O N : D O N OT m a ke c u t t i n g h e i g h t adjustment when engine is running. Figure 16-3 Figure 16-4 16.4 BLADE CLUTCH The FM mower blade clutch is controlled b...
Page 9 - STORAGE; HILL; PROPULSION
Part No. 520187 Form No. F102004A Never store engine indoors or in enclosed poor ly ventilated areas with fuel in tank, where fuel fumes may reach an open fl ame, spark or pilot light, as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer or other gas appliance.If engine is to be unused for 30 days or more, ...
Page 10 - MAINTENANCE; inspected on a regular basis and replaced if worn.; Maintenance Operation; Maintenance Schedule; MAINTENANCE HISTORY; Service Performed
Part No. 520187 Form No. F102004A Use only a qualifi ed mechanic for any adjustments, disassembly or any kind of repair . WARNING: TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY, ALWAYS TURN MACHINE OFF, MAKE SURE A L L M OV I N G PA RT S C O M E TO A C O M -PLETE STOP. 17 MAINTENANCE RECONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE,AND ALL GU...
Page 11 - CABLE ADJUSTMENTS; Brake Adjustment; STARTER SWITCH WIRING
Part No. 520187 Form No. F102004A CABLE ADJUSTMENTS 17.1 Brake Adjustment The brake control cable is spring loaded and requires no adjustment; however, the transaxle brake is adjustable. When the mower is in neutral and can be pushed by hand without depressing the brake lever, the transaxle brake ne...
Page 12 - BELT REPLACEMENT; Blade Drive Belt Replacement; BLADE REMOVAL / SHARPENING
Part No. 520187 Form No. F102004A Page 12 of 20 NOTE: When sharpening the blade it is a good idea to check the balance of the blade. A properly balanced blade will increase life of the bearings and other components. Tools required: ratchet, 3/4” inch socket, torque wrench, ade-quate support, block t...
Page 13 - Spindle Drive Belt; Transaxle Drive Belt Replacement
Part No. 520187 Form No. F102004A Page 13 of 20 Spindle Drive Belt Tools required: 3/8 inch socket, 1/2 inch socket. 1. Disconnect spark plug wire.2. Follow steps to remove the Blade Drive Belt (on the spindle pulley side only) from the previous section.3. Loosen the two idler plate nuts (Item 143)....
Page 14 - When the blade clutch control lever is pressed down, the; BRAKE PUCK REPLACEMENT
Part No. 520187 Form No. F102004A Tools Required: 5/32” Allen wrench; 3/8” wrench. 1. Remove the spark plug wire.2. Remove the belt deck cover.3. Remove the brake spring (A) and control cable spring (B) (see fi gure 17-10).4. Remove the blade drive belt (C) from the drive pulley (D). 5. Using a 3/8”...
Page 15 - PARTS DRAWING
Part No. 520187 Form No. F102004A Page 15 of 20 130 175 21 87 179 155 81 178 155 41 174 145 53 139 20 62 126 38 42 1 38 126 127 189 7 171 33 35 103 18 151 71 144 126 180 151 144 144 151 144 56 119 127 5 147 2 16 17 65 171 5 46 23 173 171 172 167 168 165 164 163 24 168 169 170 166 173 172 ITEM DESCRI...
Page 19 - ACCESSORIES
Part No. 520187 Form No. F102004A Page 19 of 20 Item No. Part No. Description Qty 1 520012 GRASS CATCHER BAG 1 2 520038 WIRE FRAME GRASS CATCHER FM 1 3 520069 GRASS CATCHER MOUNT WA FM 1 4 520059 BRACKET GRASS CATHCER LATCH L FM 1 5 520060 BRACKET GRASS CATHCER LATCH R FM 1 6 8041006 SCREWCAP 1/4...
Page 20 - Engine Service and Warranty; Contact your nearest engine manufacturer's authorized; WARRANTY PROCEDURE; Solution; TROUBLESHOOTING; Before Requesting Service Review These Suggestions; Model; dBA; ENGINE
Part No. 520187 Form No. F102004A Page 20 of 20 Purchased from Purchase Date Engine Service and Warranty Contact your nearest engine manufacturer's authorized servicing dealer. 22.1 21 Serial Plate R ecord your machine model, serial number and date-of-purchase and where purchased 22 R BILLY GOAT IND...