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 1.25 Gallons (4,7 L) 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. (1,4 L) 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:...
Page 5 - UNASSEMBLED PARTS; Steering Wheel
5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert Seat (1) Seat Steering Boot SteeringExtensionShaft Steering Wheel Adapter Keys (2) Keys Slope Sheet (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 4 (1) 5/16 Lock Washer (1) 5/16 Lock Washer (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Boulon
Page 6 - ASSEMBLY; BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM; TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY; UNPACK CARTON
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 insure proper ...
Page 7 - TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op er a tion
7 ASSEMBLY Fig. 2 Fig. 3 INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 2) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt.• Remove adjustment bolt, lock washer and flat washer se cur ing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for as sem bly of seat to tractor. • Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard pack- ing. Re...
Page 8 - CHECKLIST; CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
8 ASSEMBLY ✓ CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PER- FOR MANCE AND SAT IS FAC TION FROM THIS QUALITY PROD UCT.PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ✓ All assembly instructions have been completed. ✓ No remaining loose parts in carton. ✓ Batte...
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 02829 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. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - ...
Page 11 - HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR; TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD; TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT
11 NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause “brown ing” of grass. To eliminate this possibility, al- ways stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas. CAUTION: Always stop tractor com- plete ly, as described above, ...
Page 12 - TO OPERATE ON HILLS; TO TRANSPORT
12 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 stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake pedal quick...
Page 13 - ADD GASOLINE; BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE; CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
13 OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 5) When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine.• Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake. • Place gear sh...
Page 14 - MOWING TIPS
14 OPERATION Fig. 7 MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower hous ing is attached to tractor. • 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 use...
Page 15 - LUBRICATION CHART; MAINTENANCE; GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS; BEFORE EACH USE
15 MAINTENANCE 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 ...
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 V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable. Re place belts if they begin to slip from wear. Fig. 10 ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SG-SL. Select t...
Page 18 - CLEANING
18 MAINTENANCE 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 t...
Page 19 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SE RI OUS IN JU RY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUST- MENTS: • 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” an...
Page 20 - TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING; TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT
20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 17 and 18) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY, BE SURE TO AD JUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUAL LY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. To obtain the best cutting results, the mo...
Page 21 - TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT
21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Fig. 19 Fig. 20 TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 20) Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. For as sis tance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest.BELT REMOVAL - • Remove mower (See “TO RE MOVE MOWER” in this sec...
Page 22 - TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT; TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY
22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual. FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER The fron...
Page 24 - STORAGE; BATTERY; FUEL SYSTEM; ENGINE OIL; OTHER
24 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 25 - TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS
25 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 27 - LIMITED WARRANTY
27 LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materi- als 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 28 - SERVICE NOTES
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 - PARTS AND SERVICE
30 This product has been expertly en gi neered and carefully manu fac tured to rigid quality stan dards. As with all mechanical products, some adjustments or part replacement may be necessary during the life of your unit. For Parts and service, contact our authorized distributor.• For replacement pa...
