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; CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
4 Gasoline Capacity 1.50 Gallons and Type: Unleaded Regular Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F/0°C) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F/0°C) Oil Capacity: 48 oz. Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC (Gap: .030") Ground Speed (MPH): Forward: 1st 1.0 2nd 1.4 3rd 2.1 4th 3.1 5th 4.0 6th 5.1 Reverse: 1.6 Charging Sy...
Page 5 - UNASSEMBLED PARTS
5 Steering Wheel Seat Slope Sheet Keys (2) Keys Steering Wheel Steering Extension Shaft Steering Wheel Adapter (1) Hex Bolt (1) 5/16 Lock Washer (1) Large Flat Washer Steering Wheel Insert Steering Boot (1) Washer (1) Seat (1) Hex Bolt UNASSEMBLED PARTS
Page 6 - TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY; TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON; UNPACK CARTON; BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM; ASSEMBLY
6 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 tightness...
Page 7 - CHECKLIST
7 Fig. 3 NOTE: You may now roll your tractor off the skid. Follow the instructions below to remove the tractor from the skid. WARNING: Before start ing, read, un der stand and fol- low all in struc tions in the Op er a tion section of this man u al. Ensure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Ensur...
Page 8 - OPERATION
8 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 FORWARD FAST S...
Page 9 - KNOW YOUR TRACTOR
9 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. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used to engage th...
Page 10 - TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD; TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT; HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR
10 Fig. 5 PARKING BRAKE "DISENGAGED" POSITION CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL "DRIVE" POSITION ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER "ENGAGED" POSITION IGNITION KEY "DIS EN GAGED" POSITION PARKING BRAKE "EN GAGED" POSITION GEAR SHIFT LEVER THROT TLE/ CHOKE CONTROL LEVER "BRAKE" ...
Page 11 - BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE; CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
11 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 slower pos...
Page 12 - ADD GASOLINE; MOWING TIPS
12 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 13 - LUBRICATION CHART; GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS; BEFORE EACH USE; MAINTENANCE
13 LUBRICATION CHART d SPINDLE ZERK d FRONT WHEEL BEARING ZERK c SAE 30 OR 10W30 MOTOR OIL d GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE e REFER TO MAINTENANCE “ENGINE” SECTION IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS. VISCOUS LU BRI CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SH...
Page 14 - TRACTOR; BLADE CARE
14 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 brake must be checked and ad just ed. (See “TO CHECK BRAKE” in the Ser vic...
Page 15 - ENGINE; LUBRICATION; TRANSAXLE MAINTENANCE; AIR FILTER
15 Fig. 11 ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SG-SL. Select the oil’s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature. NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, they will res...
Page 16 - CLEANING; MUFFLER
16 CLEANING • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter. • 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 an...
Page 17 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
17 Fig. 15 WARNING: TO AVOID SE RI OUS IN JU RY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place gearshift lever in neutral position. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Turn ignition key to “STOP” and remove key. • Ma...
Page 18 - TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING
18 FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 18 and 19) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY, ENSURE TO AD JUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUAL LY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing should be adj...
Page 20 - TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY; TO AD JUST STEER ING WHEEL ALIGN MENT
20 Fig. 22 TO REMOVE WHEEL (See Fig. 23) • 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. ...
Page 22 - BATTERY; FUEL SYSTEM; ENGINE OIL; OTHER; STORAGE
22 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 storing in an...
Page 23 - TROUBLESHOOTING
23 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 25 - SS; GG
25 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 26 - LIMITED WARRANTY
26 LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in mate- rials 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, ...
