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 ................................................................. 5-6 OPERATION ..........
Page 5 - ASSEMBLY; TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON; UNPACK CARTON; BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM
5 (2) Keys Slope Sheet Key (1) Oil Drain Tube Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. Fig. 1 Fig. 2 ADJUST SEAT (See Fig. 2) • Sit in seat.• Lift up adjustment lever (A) and slide seat until a com- fortable position...
Page 6 - CHECKLIST
6 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance.• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown on tires. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be prop- erly leve...
Page 7 - OPERATION
7 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 8 - KNOW YOUR TRACTOR
8 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. Our tractors conform to the applicable safe...
Page 9 - HOW TO USE YOUR TRAC TOR; TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD
9 Fig. 4 HOW TO USE YOUR TRAC TOR 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 brake pedal (B)...
Page 10 - TO ADJUST MOWER CUT TING HEIGHT; TO OPERATE MOWER; TO STOP MOWER BLADES
10 TO ADJUST MOWER CUT TING HEIGHT (See Fig. 8) The po si tion of the at tach ment lift le ver (A) de ter mines the cut ting height. • Put attachment lift lever in desired cutting height slot.The cutting height range is ap prox i mate ly 1" to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to ...
Page 11 - TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AT TACH MENTS; TO OPERATE ON HILLS; SERVICE REMINDER/HOUR METER
11 Fig. 11 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 ...
Page 12 - ADD GASOLINE; BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE; CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
12 CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to sep a ra tion and for ma tion of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied ...
Page 13 - PURGE TRANSMISSION; MOWING TIPS
13 PURGE TRANSMISSION CAUTION: Never engage or disengage freewheel lever while the engine is run ning. To ensure proper operation and performance, it is rec om- mend ed that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any trapped air inside the ...
Page 14 - MAINTENANCE; GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS; BEFORE EACH USE
14 MAINTENANCE 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 mai...
Page 15 - TRACTOR; BLADE CARE
15 MAINTENANCE BLADE BLADE BOLT (SPECIAL) CENTER HOLE STAR MANDREL ASSEMBLY 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 b...
Page 16 - ENGINE
16 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 they begin to slip from wear. TRANSAXLE COOLING The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean to assure proper cooling.Do not atte...
Page 17 - CLEANING; MUFFLER
17 CLAMP FUEL FILTER CLAMP Fig. 17 MAINTENANCE Fig. 18 • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc. • Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and trans- mission are cov...
Page 18 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
18 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 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 par...
Page 20 - TO LEVEL MOWER
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. 28 & 29) IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-side. To obtain the best cutting...
Page 21 - TO CHECK BRAKE; TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT
21 TO CHECK BRAKE 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 serviced.You may also check brake by:• Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, depress brake pedal all the way down an...
Page 22 - TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY
22 TO REMOVE WHEEL (See Fig. 32) • Block up axle securely.• Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do not lose). • Repair tire and reassemble.• On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square key. • Replac...
Page 23 - TRANSMISSION
23 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 24 - STORAGE; BATTERY; 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
25 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 27 - SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION; WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and
43 15 DEGREES MAX. FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINE THIS IS A 15 DEGREE SLOPE ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow slopes great...
