Page 2 - LIMITED WARRANTY; limited to 90 days from the date of original purchase.
2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty ................................................ 2Safety Rules .......................................... 3Product Specifi cations ........................... 6Assembly/Pre-Operation ....................... 8Operation ............................................. 11Maint...
Page 3 - SAFETY RULES; I. GENERAL OPERATION; Wash hands after handling.
3 SAFETY RULES I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instruc- tions in the manual and on the machine before starting. • Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the in struc tions, to operate the machine. • Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., whic...
Page 6 - CONGRATULATIONS; CUSTOMER RE SPON SI BIL I TIES
6 CONGRATULATIONS on your pur chase of a new tractor. It has been designed, en gi neered and man u fac tured to give you the best pos si ble de pend abil i ty and per for mance.Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please con tact your nearest authorized service center/departme...
Page 7 - UNASSEMBLED PARTS; Steering Wheel; Seat; Slope Sheet
7 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert Seat (1) Large Flat Washer Steering Boot SteeringExtensionShaft Steering Wheel Adapter (2) Keys Slope Sheet Keys (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 1/4-28 (1) Hex nut 1/2-20 (1) Bolt (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-...
Page 8 - UNPACK CARTON; Insert; ATTACH STEERING WHEEL; HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR; INSTALL SEAT
8 02 599 Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you as sem ble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as nec es sary to in sure ...
Page 9 - CHECK BATTERY
9 CHECK BATTERY 1. Lift seat pan to raised position. NOTE: If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance section of this manual for charging inst...
Page 10 - CHECKLIST; No remaining loose parts in carton.
10 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were over in -fl ated at the factory for shipping pur pos es. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance.• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT SPEC I FI CA TIONS” section of this manual. CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL ...
Page 11 - OPERATION
11 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 FOR...
Page 12 - KNOW YOUR TRACTOR; AMMETER; Light Switch Position
12 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 safety standar...
Page 13 - TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT; Attachment Clutch Lever; TO USE THROTTLE CON TROL; Ignition Key; HOW TO USE YOUR TRAC TOR; TO SET PARKING BRAKE
13 TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT The position of the attachment lift lever determines the cutting height.• Grasp lift lever.• Press plunger with thumb and move lever to desired position. The cutting height range is ap prox i- mate ly 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to the ...
Page 14 - Gauge Wheel; TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS
14 01931 AttachemntLift LeverHigh Position Attachment Clutch Lever “Engaged” Position “Disengaged” Position Low Position Defl ector Shield • The average lawn should be cut to ap- prox i mate ly 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better look-...
Page 15 - BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE; CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL; TO START ENGINE
15 TO TRANSPORT • Raise attachment lift to highest position with at tach ment lift control. • When pushing or towing your trac tor, be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N) position. • Do not push or tow tractor at more than fi ve (5) MPH. NOTE : To protect hood from damage when transporting your t...
Page 16 - MOWING TIPS
16 MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments sec tion of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trim ming. • Drive so that clippings are dis charged onto the area that has already bee...
Page 17 - MAINTENANCE; MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE; LUBRICATION CHART; General Purpose Grease
17 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 18 - TRACTOR
18 TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when per- form ing any main te nance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than fi ve (5) feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be checked and adjusted. (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service...
Page 19 - ENGINE; LUBRICATION; Oil Drain Valve
19 BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging sys tem which is suf fi cient for normal use. How- ev er, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life.• Keep battery and terminals clean.• Keep battery bolts tight.• Keep small vent holes open.• Recharge at 6-10 ampe...
Page 20 - MUFFLER; Fuel Filter; CLEANING; CLEAN AIR SCREEN
20 MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffl er and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre-ate a fi re hazard and/or dam age. SPARK PLUG(S) Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs fi rst. Spark plug type and gap sett...
Page 21 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS; TO REMOVE MOWER
21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER- VICE OR AD JUST MENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.2. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.3. Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position.4. Turn ignition key to “STOP”...
Page 23 - With parking brake “Engaged”; Jam Nut; TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE; Idler Pulleys
23 With parking brake “Engaged” 1-1/2" 00238 Jam Nut Operating Arm Nut “A” TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an ad just able brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle.If tractor requires more than fi ve (5) feet to stop at highest speed in high est ge...
Page 24 - Washers; TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS
24 00811 00663 Retaining Ring Washers Square Key(Rear Wheel Only) Axle Cover FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAM BER The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor. If dam age has occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or camber, contact your nearest authorized service center/de part men...
Page 25 - Seat Pan; TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB
25 TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BAT TERY WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen- er ate ex plo sive gases. Keep sparks, fl ame and smoking ma te ri als away from bat- ter ies. Always wear eye pro tec tion when around batteries.If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged. (See &#...
Page 26 - connect the headlight wire con nec tor.; Hood; INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS; diagram in the Repair Parts section.; TO REPLACE FUSE
26 TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS-SEMBLY 1. Raise hood.2. Unsnap headlight wire connector.3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor. 4. When replacing hood, be sure to re- connect the headlight wire con nec tor. 01536 Headlight Wire Connector Hood ENG...
Page 27 - STORAGE; ENGINE OIL; OTHER; IMPORTANT
27 STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- age at the end of the season or if the trac-tor 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 s...
Page 28 - TROUBLESHOOTING CHART; Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank.
28 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. Engine not “CHOKED” 2. See “TO START ENGINE” in properly. 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 29 - trash under mower. housing.
29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Loss of power 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and 3. Clean un der side of mower (continued) trash under mower. housing. 4. Dirty air fi lter. 4. Clean/replace air fi lter. 5. Low oil level/dirty oil. 5. Check oil level/change oil. 6. Faulty spark plug. 6. Clean and regap or cha...
Page 31 - SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION
47 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...
