Page 2 - I. GENERAL OPERATION; SAFETY RULES; Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers
2 DO NOT:• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. • Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in. • Do not mow on wet grass. R...
Page 4 - PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS; CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES; TABLE OF CONTENTS
4 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity 1.25 Gallons and type: Unleaded Regular Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) Oil Capacity: 3.0 Pints Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC (Gap: .030") Ground Speed (MPH): Forward: 1st 1.1 2nd 2.2 3rd 3.4 4th 4.3 5th 5.5 Reverse: 1.7 T...
Page 5 - UNASSEMBLED PARTS; Steering Wheel
5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert Steering Boot Steering Wheel Adapter (1) Bolt (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Seat (2) Keys Slope Sheet Keys (1) Lock Washer 1/2 Steering Extension Shaft (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 ...
Page 6 - HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR; ASSEMBLY; TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY; UNPACK CARTON
6 HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 2) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt.• Remove adjustment bolt, lock washer and fl at washer se cur ing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for as sem bly of seat to tractor. • Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard pack- in...
Page 8 - CHE CKLIST; CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
8 ASSEMBLY ✓ CHE CKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC- TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RE CEIVE THE BEST PER FORM ANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUAL ITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ✓ All assembly instructions have been completed. ✓ No remaining loose parts in carto...
Page 9 - OPERATION
9 OPERATION 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) OVER TEMP LIGHT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS 15 15 (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) BATTERY REVERSE FORW...
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. Our tractors conform to the safe...
Page 11 - HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR
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 op-erating your tractor or per form ing any adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vision safety mask over spe...
Page 12 - BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
12 OPERATION TO OPERATE ON HILLS WARNING: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes great er than 15° and do not drive across any slope. • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.• If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to ...
Page 13 - MOWING TIPS
13 OPERATION MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower hous ing is attached to tractor. • 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 fo...
Page 14 - MAINTENANCE; MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE; LUBRICATION CHART; GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS; BEFORE EACH USE
14 MAINTENANCE BEFORE EACH USE T R A C T 0 R Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester Lubrication Chart Check Brake Operation Clean Air Filter Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace Spark Plug Check Battery Level Check Tire Pressure Clean Battery and Terminals FILL IN D...
Page 15 - TRACTOR; BRAKE OPERATION
15 MAINTENANCE BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 8) • Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades. • Remove blade bolt, lock washer and fl at washer se cur ing blade. • Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown. IMPORTANT: TO ENSURE PROPER ASSEMBLY, CENTER HOLE...
Page 16 - ENGINE
16 CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine dam age from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to re move dirt and stubborn dried gum fi bers. MAINTENANCE ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classifi ...
Page 17 - CLEANING
17 MAINTENANCE 00667 CLAMP FUELFILTER CLAMP FIG. 12 CLEANING • Clean engine, battery, seat, fi nish, etc. of all foreign matter. • Keep fi nished 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 pressu...
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 19 - TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING
19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 00598 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly infl ated (See “PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual). If tires are over or underinfl ated, you will not properly adjust your mower. S...
Page 23 - STORAGE; BATTERY; FUEL SYSTEM; ENGINE OIL; OTHER
23 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 fl ame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before stor...
Page 24 - TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS
24 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 fl ooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4. Bad spark plug. 4. Replace spark plug. 5. Dirty air fi lter. 5. Clean...
Page 26 - LIMITED WARRANTY
42 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, w...
Page 27 - SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION
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 mowslopes greater...
