Page 2 - SAFETY RULES; Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers
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 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ....................................... 4 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ................................. 4 ASSEMBLY ................................................................. 6-8 OPERATION .........
Page 5 - UNASSEMBLED PARTS; Steering Wheel
5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Seat (1) Seat Steering Boot Steering Extension Shaft Steering Wheel Adapter Key(s) Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use (1) Hex Bolt (1) Lock Washer (1) Large Flat Washer Steering Wheel Insert (1) Washer (1) Bolt
Page 6 - ASSEMBLY; TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY; UNPACK CARTON; BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM
6 ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to ensure proper ...
Page 7 - TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op er a tion
7 ASSEMBLY INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3 & 4) • Remove bolt and flat washer se cur ing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for as sem bly of seat to tractor. Remove the cardboard packing and discard. • Connect switch to seat.• Place seat on seat pan so all three (3) bottom pads are positioned ove...
Page 8 - CHECKLIST
8 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 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) KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS 15 15 (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW EN...
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. 6 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 ad just ments or repairs. We rec om mend standard safety glasses or...
Page 12 - TO ADJUST MOWER CUT TING HEIGHT; TO STOP MOWER BLADES -
12 OPERATION TO ADJUST MOWER CUT TING HEIGHT (See Fig. 10) 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...
Page 13 - TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AT TACH MENTS; TO OPERATE ON HILLS; BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE; CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
13 OPERATION FIG. 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 ...
Page 14 - ADD GASOLINE; PURGE TRANSMISSION
14 ADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill. 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 t...
Page 15 - MOWING TIPS
15 FIG. 14 MOWING TIPS • 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. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been...
Page 16 - MAINTENANCE; GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS; BEFORE EACH USE
16 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 17 - TRACTOR; BRAKE OPERATION; BLADE CARE; BATTERY
17 MAINTENANCE FIG. 15 02 544 MANDREL ASSEMBLY BLADE BLADE BOLT (SPECIAL) CENTER HOLE STAR 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...
Page 18 - TRANSAXLE COOLING; ENGINE; LUBRICATION; AIR FILTER
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 fins should be kept clean to assure proper cooling...
Page 19 - MUFFLER; CLEANING
19 MAINTENANCE MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap s...
Page 20 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
20 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 • 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 and 29) IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-side. To obtain the best cutting re sults, the mower blade...
Page 23 - TO CHECK BRAKE
23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FIG. 30 FIG. 31 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:1. Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or paved surface...
Page 25 - TRANSMISSION
25 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 26 - STORAGE; 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 POINTS
27 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS 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. Dir...
Page 29 - SS; GG
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 - SERVICE NOTES
