Page 2 - I. GENERAL OPERATION; SAFETY RULES; Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers; WARNING
2 I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual before starting. • Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. • Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the i...
Page 3 - SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE
3 • Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operat- ing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers.• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Al ways look down and behind before and while back- ing. • Never carry children, even with the blades shut off. They m...
Page 4 - PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS; CONGRATULATIONS; CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES; TABLE OF CONTENTS
4 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity 1.50 Gallons and Type: Unleaded Regular Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 10W30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) Oil Capacity: W/Filter: 56 oz. W/O Filter: 48 oz. Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC (Gap: .030") Ground Speed (MPH): Forward: 1st 1.2 2nd 1.5 3rd 2.4 4...
Page 5 - CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK; Slope Sheet; Seat
5 CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK (2) Keys Slope Sheet Key (1) Oil Drain Tube Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Adapter Steering Boot Steering Extension Shaft (1) Knob (2) Keys Slope Sheet Key (1) Oil Drain Tube 3TEERING 7HEEL Steering Wheel Adapter Steering Boot Steering Extension Shaft (1) Knob Seat ª(OODª3...
Page 6 - ASSEMBLY; BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM; ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT; TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM; UNPACK CARTON
6 ASSEMBLY FIG. 1 03125 LOWER STEERING SHAFT STEERING BOOT EXTENSION SHAFT 5/16 HEX BOLT STEERING WHEEL INSERT ADAPTER LARGE FLAT WASHER TABS TAB SLOTS 5/16 LOCK WASHER BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1) ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT • Slide extension shaft onto...
Page 7 - er a tion section for location and function of
7 ASSEMBLY ADJUSTMENT KNOB CUP WASHER 03035 030 36 SEAT PAN PADS INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 2) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob.• Remove adjustment knob and cup washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside. • Remove seat from the cardboard packing and set seat aside. Remove the c...
Page 8 - CHECKLIST; CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
8 ASSEMBLY ✓ CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PER- FOR MANCE AND SAT IS FAC TION FROM THIS QUALITY PROD UCT.PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ✓ All assembly instructions have been completed. ✓ No remaining loose parts in carton. ✓ Batte...
Page 9 - OPERATION
9 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean- ing. 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 ...
Page 10 - KNOW YOUR TRACTOR
10 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. (A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used...
Page 11 - or stan dard safety glasses.; HOW TO USE YOUR TRAC TOR; parking brake before leav ing the
11 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 spec...
Page 12 - Do not mow in reverse unless; TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD
12 OPERATION FIG. 8 FIG. 7 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 ignition key is placed in the ROS "ON" p...
Page 13 - BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
13 OPERATION TO TRANSPORT • Raise attachment lift to highest position with at tach ment lift control. • When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N) position. • Do not push or tow tractor at more than five (5) MPH. NOTE : To protect hood from damage when transportin...
Page 14 - MOWING TIPS
14 MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per- for mance. 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. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has b...
Page 15 - MAINTENANCE; GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS; BEFORE EACH USE; LUBRICATION CHART
15 MAINTENANCE T RAC T 0 R Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester Clean Air Filter Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace Spark Plug Check Engine Oil Level Clean Engine Cooling Fins Clean Air Screen 1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high am...
Page 16 - BATTERY; TRACTOR
16 MAINTENANCE FIG. 12 BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suf fi cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life.• Keep battery and terminals clean.• Keep battery bolts tight.• Keep small vent holes open.• Recha...
Page 17 - ENGINE
17 MAINTENANCE V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable. Re place belts if they begin to slip from wear. TRANSAXLE COOLING Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which can restrict cooling. FIG. 14 FIG. 13 CL...
Page 18 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
18 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SE RI OUS IN JU RY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUST- MENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Turn ignition key to “STOP...
Page 20 - TO LEVEL MOWER; NOTE
20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • If adjustment is necessary, see step in Visual Adjust- ment instructions above. • Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until both sides are equal. FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 23 and 24) IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-side. To obtain the best cutting r...
Page 21 - TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT; TO CHECK BRAKE; TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT
21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FIG. 26 FIG. 27 TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 26)MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL 1. Park tractor on a level surface. En gage parking brake. 2. Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position.4. Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have accumulated around mandre...
Page 22 - TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS
22 TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. • Close hood. INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to ru...
Page 23 - TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY; TO AD JUST THROTTLE CON TROL CABLE; mi nals by allowing a wrench or any
23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FIG. 32 TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 32) • Raise hood. • Unsnap headlight wire connector.• Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor. • To replace, reverse above procedure. ENGINE TO AD JUST THROTTLE CON TROL ...
Page 24 - STORAGE; WARNING: Never store the trac tor with; FUEL SYSTEM; ENGINE OIL; OTHER
24 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 25 - TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS; PROBLEM
25 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS 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/r...
Page 27 - SCHEMATIC
27 TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. YT16542 (96043002402), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-24 SCHEMATIC M FUSE STARTER SOLENOID BATTERY CLUTCH/BRAKE (PEDAL UP) REVERSE SWITCH (NOT IN REVERSE) SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) SHORTING CONNECTOR CHASSIS HARNESS IGNITION UNIT HOUR METER CHASSIS HARNESS CONNECTOR (MATING SIDE) DA...
Page 28 - ELECTRICAL
28 TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. YT16542 (96043002402), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-24 ELECTRICAL 30 33 34 22 79 21 41 42 26 43 27 40 71 16 87 25 T02K 90 28 55 With 12V Outlet Option 59 103 With Service Minder Option 46 46 94 92 29 93 2
Page 29 - KEY PART
29 TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. YT16542 (96043002402), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-24 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 532 16 34-65 Battery 2 874 76 04-12 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 8 532 19 32-28 Box Battery 16 532 17 61-38 Switch Interlock Push-In 21 532 40 02-52 Harness Socket Light W/4152J 22 532 00...
Page 30 - CHASSIS
30 TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. YT16542 (96043002402), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-24 CHASSIS CHASSISTEX?GTHUSQ 202 203 18 130 214 206 204 234 205 14 238 239 183 68 217 159 2 159 159 159
Page 32 - DECALS; WHEELS AND TIRES
32 TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. YT16542 (96043002402), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-24 DECALS NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 6 2 1 3 11 4 10 5 9 8 7 wheel_art_1-tex WHEELS AND TIRES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 532 0...
Page 34 - DRIVE
34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. YT16542 (96043002402), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-24 DRIVE 70 74 56 185 186 189 49 187 50 51 190 52 51 29 165 166 64 188 172 172 116 193 2 73 17 26 195 125 125 125 161 35 175 192 158 134 192 157 141 140 139 23 178 174 1 22 15 15 203 184 167 160 42 DRIVETEX?$?&ENDER? 159 159 1...
Page 37 - Engine Power Rating Information
37 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm For engine service and replacement parts, call the toll free number for your engine manufacturer listed below:Briggs & Stratton 1-800-233-3723 1 - - - - - - Engine B&S Model No. 31A707 2 532 ...
Page 38 - MOWER LIFT
38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. YT16542 (96043002402), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-24 MOWER LIFT 7 3 87 10 88 2 89 90 87 98 97 97 lift-tex_5 91 89 87 100 2 532 19 52-23 Shaft Asm., Lift 3 532 19 52-31 Lever Asm., Lift 7 532 41 15-55 Grip, Lever 10 532 19 63-14 Spring Torsion 87 532 19 42-09 Pin Cotter 7/16 Bow T...
Page 39 - SEAT ASSEMBLY
39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. YT16542 (96043002402), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-24 SEAT ASSEMBLY 1 532 19 75-18 Seat 2 532 18 01-66 Bracket Pivot Fender 3 532 14 06-75 Strap, Asm Fender 5 532 14 50-06 Clip, Push In, Hinged 6 873 80 06-00 Nut, Lock W/Ins. 3/8-16 unc 7 532 12 41-81 Spring, Seat Cprsn 8 532 17 1...
Page 40 - MOWER DECK
40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. YT16542 (96043002402), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-24 MOWER DECK ?$?MAN4EX?,4??R 70 7 7 37 67 152
Page 42 - SERVICE NOTES
