Page 2 - SAFETY RULES; Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers; WARNING
2 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. I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all...
Page 4 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS; CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
4 SAFETY RULES ......................................................... 2-3 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ....................................... 4 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ................................. 4 ASSEMBLY ................................................................. 6-7 OPERATION ..........
Page 5 - UNASSEMBLED PARTS; Keys
Page 6 - ASSEMBLY; TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
6 TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON • Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton . • Cut along dotted lines on all four panels of carton. Remove end panels and lay side panels flat. • Remove mower and packing materials.• Check for any additional loose parts or cartons ...
Page 7 - CHECKLIST
7 ✓ CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ✓ All assembly instructions have been com plet ed. ✓ No remaining loose parts in carton. ✓ Battery is properly...
Page 8 - OPERATION
8 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS 15 15 (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW ENGINE ON EN...
Page 9 - KNOW YOUR TRACTOR
9 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. (A) ATTACHMENT LIFT SWITCH - Used to raise ...
Page 10 - HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR; TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD
10 HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 4) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens- ing switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the op er a tor to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine.• Depress clutch/brake pedal (B)...
Page 11 - TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT; TO OPERATE MOWER
11 Fig. 7 TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 10) Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in prop- er position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. NOTE: A...
Page 12 - TO OPERATE ON HILLS; TO STOP MOWER BLADES
12 TRANSMISSION ENGAGED TRANSMISSION DISENGAGED Fig. 12 Fig. 11 Fig. 13 REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine unless ign...
Page 13 - TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AT TACH MENTS; SERVICE REMINDER/HOUR METER; BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE; CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL; ADD GASOLINE
13 TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AT TACH MENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your trac- tor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to l...
Page 14 - MOWING TIPS; PURGE TRANSMISSION
14 MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower hous ing is attached to tractor. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trim ming. ...
Page 15 - GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS; BEFORE EACH USE; MAINTENANCE
15 T RAC T 0 R 1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures. 2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions. E N G I N E 3 2 2 2 2 3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil. 4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-fre...
Page 16 - TRACTOR; BLADE CARE
16 TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when per form ing any main te nance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be checked and ad just ed. (See “TO CHECK BRAKE” in the Ser vic...
Page 17 - ENGINE
17 ENGINE OIL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year. V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not ad just able. Re place belts if ...
Page 18 - CLEANING
18 DECK WASHOUT PORT (See Fig. 20) Your tractor’s deck is equipped with a washout port on its surface as part of its deck wash system. It should be utilized after each use. 1. Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your lawn, near enough to a water spigot for your garden hose to reach. IMPORTAN...
Page 19 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS; TO INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT
19 WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST MENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Turn ignition key to “STOP” and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopp...
Page 22 - TO LEVEL MOWER
22 FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 35 & 36) IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-side. To obtain the best cutting re sults, the mower blades should be adjusted so the front tip is 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rear tip when the mower is in its highest position. CAUTION: Blades are sha...
Page 23 - TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT; TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT
23 TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 38) Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. For as sis tance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest. electric 02953 E A F B J G C H D Fig. 38 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See ...
Page 24 - TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY; TO CHECK BRAKE
24 TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 40) WARNING : Lead-acid batteries gen- er ate ex plo sive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking ma te ri als away from bat ter ies. Always wear eye pro tec tion when around batteries. WEAK OR DEAD BATTERY FULLY CHARGED BATTERY Fig. 40 REPLACING BATTER...
Page 26 - STORAGE; BATTERY; FUEL SYSTEM; ENGINE OIL; OTHER
26 STORAGE 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. WARNING: Never store the trac tor with gas o line in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before stori...
Page 27 - TROUBLESHOOTING
27 PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. 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. Replace spark plug. 5. Dirty air filter. 5. Clean...
Page 29 - SS; GG; us
29 1 5 DE G REE S M AX . FOLD ALON G DOTTED LINE THI S I S A 1 5 DE G REE S LOPE ONLY RIDE UP AND DO W N HILL, NOT ACRO SS HILL S U GG E S TED G UIDE FOR S I G HTIN G S LOPE S FOR S AFE OPERATION W ARNIN G : To avo i d s er i o us i n ju ry, operate yo u r tra c tor u p and do w n the fa c e of s lo...
Page 30 - LIMITED WARRANTY
30 LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materi- als and work man ship. For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser, we will repair or replace, at our option, ...
