Page 2 - SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS; SAFETY RULES
2 I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manualand on the machine before starting. • Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with theinstructions, to operate the machine. • Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc.,which could be picked up...
Page 3 - Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers; In order to prevent acciden-; WARNING
3 Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers SAFETY RULES • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stopmachine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. • Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Alwayslook down and behind ...
Page 4 - PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS; CONGRATULATIONS; CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES; TABLE OF CONTENTS
4 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY 1.25 GALLONS AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F)SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: 3 PINTS SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC (GAP: .030") GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD: 1st 1.1 2nd 1.4 3rd 2.2 4th 3.3 5th 4.4 6th 4.9 REVERSE: ...
Page 5 - UNASSEMBLED PARTS; Steering Wheel; Seat
5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert Steering Boot SteeringExtensionShaft Steering Wheel Adapter Seat (2) Keys Slope Sheet Keys (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 1/4-28 (1) Locknut 1/2-20 (1) Bolt (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Lock Washer 1/...
Page 6 - HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR; ASSEMBLY; TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY; UNPACK CARTON
6 HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR CHECK BATTERY (See Fig. 2) • Lift seat pan to raised position. • If this battery is put into service after month and yearindicated on label (label located between terminals)charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps.(See "BATTERY" in CUSTOMER RESPONSIBIL...
Page 8 - CHECKLIST; CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
8 ASSEMBLY 3 CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC-TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THEBEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THISQUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ✓ All assembly instructions have been completed. ✓ No remaining loose parts in carton. ✓ Bat...
Page 9 - OPERATION
9 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED REVERSE NEUTRAL ...
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 adjustments. Savethis manual for future reference. Our tractors conform to the safety ...
Page 11 - HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR
11 OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which canresult in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operatingyour tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide visionsafety mask over spectacles or...
Page 12 - TO OPERATE ON HILLS; NOTE; BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE; CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
12 OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 7) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensingswitch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat withthe engine running and the attachment clutch engaged willshut off the engine.• Select desired height of cut. • Start mower blades by engaging...
Page 13 - MOWING TIPS; Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing; ADD GASOLINE
13 OPERATION MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing isattached to tractor. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowingperformance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” inthe Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trimm...
Page 14 - MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE; GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS; BEFORE EACH USE; LUBRICATION CHART
14 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES BEFO RE E AC H U SE T RAC 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 Ter...
Page 15 - TRACTOR; BRAKE OPERATION; OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM
15 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 9) • Raise mower to highest position to allow access toblades. • Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer securingblade. • Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge uptowards deck as shown. IMPORTANT: TO ENSURE PROPER ASSEMBLY, CENTE...
Page 16 - ENGINE; LUBRICATION; TRANSAXLE COOLING
16 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API serviceclassification SF-SJ. Select the oil’s SAE viscosity gradeaccording to your expected operating temperature. TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE SAE VISCOSITY GRADES -20 0 30 40 ...
Page 17 - CLEAN AIR SCREEN
17 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES AIR FILTER (See Fig. 14) Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Cleanthe foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation orevery season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours ofoperation or every season, whichever occurs first. Service air clean...
Page 18 - MUFFLER; CLEANING
18 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (ifequipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowingseason or after every 100 hours of operation, whicheveroccurs first. Spark plug typ...
Page 19 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS; Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.
19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:• Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Turn ignition key to “STOP” and r...
Page 20 - TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING
20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FIG. 19 FIG. 20 FIG. 17 FIG. 18 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground ordriveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See “PROD-UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual). If tires areover or underinflated, you will not properl...
Page 22 - TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT
22 REPLACING BATTERY (See Figs. 26 and 27) CAUTION: Do not short battery termi-nals by allowing a wrench or any otherobject to contact both terminals at thesame time. Before connecting battery,remove metal bracelets, wristwatchbands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connectedfirst to prevent sp...
Page 23 - TO ADJUST CARBURETOR; INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS; TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB
23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FIG. 29 TO ADJUST CARBURETOR The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust-ment should not be necessary. However, minor adjustmentmay be required to compensate for differences in fuel,temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor does needadjustment, see engi...
Page 24 - STORAGE; BATTERY; FUEL SYSTEM; ENGINE OIL; OTHER
24 STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of theseason or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. CAUTION: Never store the tractor withgasoline in the tank inside a buildingwhere fumes may reach an open flameor spark. Allow the engine to coolbefore storing in an...
Page 25 - TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS; PROBLEM
25 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 flooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4. Bad spark plug. 4. Replace spark plug. 5. Dirty air filter. 5. Clean/r...
Page 27 - SCHEMATIC
27 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PO14542F, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 64-61 SCHEMATIC BATTERY FUSE IGNITION SWITCH RED RED RED BLACK IGNITION UNIT HEADLIGHTS REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS BLACK BLACK BLACK WHITE WHITE WHITE RED BLACK ORANGE BLACK BROWN BLACK BLACK BLACK STARTER M SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) GROUNDING CO...
Page 28 - REPAIR PARTS; ELECTRICAL
28 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PO14542F, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 64-61 ELECTRICAL 28 29 26 24 42 43 27 27 25 41 27 27 40 33 90 30 8 2 1 27 16 16 52 22 21 D.C . A MP ER ES 45
Page 29 - KEY
29 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PO14542F, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 64-61 ELECTRICAL 1 163465 Battery 2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4 8 176689 Box Battery Fender 16 176138 Switch Interlock 21 175685 Harness Asm Light W/4152J 22 4152J Bulb Light 24 4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga 11"red 25 146...
Page 30 - CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES
30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PO14542F, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 64-61 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 3 2 35 3 26 35 3 26 33 10 34 1 208 11 17 29 28 208 13 12 51 57 53 52 54 55 24 26 25 26 25 3 31 24 30 209 8 209 6 16 9 15 209 209 5 5 58 145 37 37 18 206 205 205 38 38 212
Page 32 - DRIVE
32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PO14542F, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 64-61 DRIVE 29 28 112 14 41 38 39 57 51 74 75 78 76 77 25 26 19 24 2 53 35 34 37 36 35 62 36 64 65 59 56 212 55 63 116 70 77 61 22 27 26 6 113 18 51 5 18 6 52 30 32 32 30 52 11 21 4 3 13 10 8 12 12 7 250 250 1 145 96 26 79 52 66 ...
Page 34 - STEERING ASSEMBLY
34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PO14542F, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 64-61 STEERING ASSEMBLY 44 51 54 5 9 5 7 7 9 4 3 32 43 6 43 8 10 40 11 8 6 9 46 46 8 6 9 2 47 47 26 30 28 1 41 42 37 36 37 38 12 39 68 67 67 67 13 65 85 85 68 15 15 15 29 29 82 88 71 17 29 43 91
Page 36 - OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PO14542F, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 64-61 ENGINE 2 1 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 29 44 46 32 31 33 37 33 62 13 4 72 78 81 3 16 78 23 45 14 38 40
Page 38 - SEAT ASSEMBLY
38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PO14542F, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 64-61 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 14 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 15 134300 Spacer Split 28 x 96 Yel Zinc 16 121250X Spring Cprsn 1 27 Blk Pnt 17 123976X Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fl...
Page 39 - DECALS
39 WHEELS & TIRES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 59192 Cap Valve Tire 2 65139 Stem Valve 3 106222X Tire F Ts 15 X 6 0 - 6 Service 4 59904 Tube Front (Service Item Only) 5 106732X624 Rim Asm 6"front White Service 6 278H Fitting Grease (Front Wheel Only) 7 9040H Bearing Flange (Front Wheel Onl...
Page 40 - MOWER LIFT
40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PO14542F, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 64-61 MOWER LIFT 15 20 16 17 18 20 20 15 20 4 5 6 2 3 1 6 5 4 7 8 12 11 31 32 31 32 19 19 13 13 13 13
Page 42 - MOWER DECK
42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PO14542F, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 64-61 MOWER DECK 15 14 13 11 10 9 8 16 68 37 30 31 32 33 146 148 145 150 45 144 147 147 142 149 142 49 50 51 54 52 53 55 56 34 1 46 44 21 24 25 26 27 2 28 29 23 21 21 21 18 18 20 2 48 59 19 4 3 5 6 21 40 143 36 40 37 40 159 152 1...
Page 44 - SERVICE NOTES
Page 45 - LIMITED WARRANTY
45 LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects inmaterials and workmanship. For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser, we willrepair or replace, at our option, withou...
Page 46 - SERVICE; POLICY; WARRANTY; LIMITED WARRANTIES; A. Products Warranted; C. Securing Warranty Service
46 T E C U M S E H ® Issued January 1980Revised January 1991 T E C U M S E H ® SERVICE POLICY WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTIES FOR NEW PEERLESS GEAR POWER TRAIN COMPONENTS A. Products Warranted Peerless Gear and Machine Division of Tecumseh Products Company (“Tecumseh”), subject to the limitations contai...
Page 47 - SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION; WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and
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...
