Page 2 - SAFETY RULES; Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers; I. GENERAL OPERATION; 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. • Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn...
Page 4 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
4 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ......................................................... 2-3 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ....................................... 4 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ................................. 4 ASSEMBLY ................................................................. 6-8...
Page 5 - UNASSEMBLED PARTS; Steering Wheel; Slope Sheet; Battery; Keys; Seat
5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Key(s) Slope Sheet Battery Keys Steering Wheel Steering Boot Steering Extension Shaft Steering Wheel Adapter (1) Hex Bolt (1) Lock Washer (1) Large Flat Washer Steering Wheel Insert (2) Hex Bolts (2) Nut Keps Oil Drain Extension Seat (1) Seat (1) Large Flat Washer ...
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 8 - CHECKLIST
8 ASSEMBLY ✓ CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE WISH TO ENSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ✓ All assembly instructions have been com plet ed. ✓ No remaining loose parts in carton. ✓ Battery is...
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; READ THIS MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR
10 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS 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 applicable s...
Page 11 - HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR
11 OPERATION HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 6) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens- ing switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the op er a tor to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine.• Depress clutch/brake...
Page 12 - TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD; TO STOP MOWER BLADES
12 OPERATION TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See Fig. 9) The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the motion control lever (J). • Start tractor with motion control le ver in neutral position.• Release parking brake.• Slowly move motion control lever to desired position. J Fig. 9 Fig. 11 TO...
Page 13 - TO OPERATE ON HILLS; TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AT TACH MENTS; BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE; CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
13 OPERATION REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) (See Fig. 13) Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine unless ignition key is placed in the ROS "ON" p...
Page 14 - MOWING TIPS
14 OPERATION CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gas o hol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to sep a ra tion and for ma tion of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should...
Page 15 - GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS; BEFORE EACH USE; MAINTENANCE
15 MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION CHART GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must main tain tractor as instructed in this manual.Some adjustments will need to be ...
Page 16 - TRACTOR; BLADE CARE
16 MAINTENANCE 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...
Page 17 - ENGINE
17 MAINTENANCE Fig. 18 OIL DRAIN HOLE OIL DRAIN EXTENSION OIL DRAIN PLUG AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. See engine manual. CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine ...
Page 18 - CLEANING
18 MAINTENANCE IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 20) The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes clogged, ob struct ing fuel flow to car bu re tor, re place ment is re quired.• With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sec- tions. • Place new fuel filter in posit...
Page 19 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SE RI OUS IN JU RY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral position. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Turn ignition key to “STOP” and re...
Page 21 - TO LEVEL MOWER
21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • 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. 30 & 31) IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-side. To obtain the best cutting...
Page 22 - TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT
22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 32) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL -• Remove mower from tractor. (See “TO REMOVE MOW ER” in this section of manual.) • Work belt off...
Page 23 - TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LEVER; TO AD JUST STEER ING WHEEL ALIGN MENT
23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 34 & 35) The motion control lever has been pre set at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary.• Engage the freewheel control lever. (See "TO TRANS- PORT" in the Operations section of this m...
Page 25 - STORAGE; BATTERY; 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 flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before stori...
Page 26 - TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS
26 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 28 - LIMITED WARRANTY
28 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, ...
Page 29 - SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION
29 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...
Page 30 - SERVICE NOTES
