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 4 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS; CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
4 SAFETY RULES ......................................................... 2-3PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ....................................... 4CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ................................. 4ASSEMBLY ................................................................. 6-8OPERATION ..............
Page 5 - UNPACK CARTON
5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping pur-poses. When right or left hand is mentioned in this man ual, it means from your point of view, when you are in the operat-ing po si tion (seated be hind the...
Page 6 - ASSEMBLY; INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT
6 ASSEMBLY INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT (See Figs. 4-12) See MOWER AND DRIVE BELT ASSEMBLY Supplement Sheet for additional guidance on this assembly. Be sure tractor is on level surface and engage park ing brake.• Lower attachment lift lever to it's lowest position. CAUTION: Lift lever is spring loa...
Page 8 - CHECKLIST; CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM
8 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinfl ated 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 properly level...
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 E...
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 appl...
Page 11 - HOW TO USE YOUR TRAC TOR; STOPPING
11 OPERATION FIG. 14 TO USE CHOKE CONTROL -D (See Fig. 16) Use choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine. Do not use to start a warm engine.• To engage choke control, pull knob out. Slowly push knob in to disengage. The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into t...
Page 12 - TO OPERATE MOWER
12 OPERATION TO USE CRUISE CONTROL -J (See Fig. 17) The cruise control feature can be used for forward travel only. SYSTEM CHARACTERISTICSThe cruise control should only be used while mowing or transporting on relatively smooth, straight surfaces. Other con di tions such as trimming at slow speeds ma...
Page 13 - TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AT TACH MENTS; TO OPERATE ON HILLS
13 OPERATION FIG. 21 TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AT TACH MENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifi cations 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 ...
Page 14 - ADD GASOLINE; PURGE TRANSMISSION; BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE; CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
14 ADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank to bottom of fi ller neck. Do not overfi ll. Use fresh, clean, regular un lead ed gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quan ti...
Page 15 - MOWING TIPS
15 FIG. 22 MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per- formance. 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 be...
Page 16 - MAINTENANCE; GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS; BEFORE EACH USE
16 MAINTENANCE T R A C 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 ...
Page 17 - BATTERY; TRACTOR; BRAKE OPERATION
17 MAINTENANCE FIG. 23 025 44 MANDRELASSEMBLY BLADE BLADE BOLT (SPECIAL) CENTER HOLE STAR 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 cl...
Page 18 - TRANSAXLE COOLING; ENGINE; LUBRICATION; CLEAN AIR SCREEN
18 MAINTENANCE 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 fi ns should be kept clean to assure proper coolin...
Page 19 - MUFFLER; CLEANING; ENGINE OIL FILTER
19 MAINTENANCE MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffl er and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fi re hazard and/or dam-age. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs fi rst. Spark plug type and g...
Page 20 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS; TO REMOVE MOWER
20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FIG. 27 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 ...
Page 22 - TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT
22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig. 32)• Park tractor on a level surface. En gage parking brake. • Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position.• Disengage belt tension rod (K) from lock bracket (L). CAUTION: Belt tension rod is sprin...
Page 25 - STORAGE; FUEL SYSTEM; ENGINE OIL; OTHER
25 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 26 - TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS
26 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. Weak or dead battery. 5. Re...
Page 28 - LIMITED WARRANTY
28 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 29 - SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION
29 15 DEGREES MAX. FOLD ALO NG DO TTED LINE THIS IS A 15 DEG REE SLO PE 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 gre...
Page 30 - SERVICE NOTES
Page 32 - PARTS AND SERVICE
This product has been expertly en gi neered and carefully manu fac tured to rigid quality stan dards. As with all mechanical products, some adjustments or part replacement may be necessary during the life of your unit. For Parts and service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297 • ...
