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... (Revision 2002-05). This difference is labeled in accordance with SAE (Society of products on -site" or net power). TS 148X (96043030300), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 03-03 ENGINE KEY PART NO. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm For engine service and replacement parts, call the toll free number for your engine manufacturer listed below: Briggs & Stratton 1-800-233-3723 Engine Power Rating Information The gross power rating for this Series engine. 11 TRACTOR - MODEL NO.
... (Revision 2002-05). This difference is labeled in accordance with SAE (Society of products on -site" or net power). TS 148X (96043030300), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 03-03 ENGINE KEY PART NO. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm For engine service and replacement parts, call the toll free number for your engine manufacturer listed below: Briggs & Stratton 1-800-233-3723 Engine Power Rating Information The gross power rating for this Series engine. 11 TRACTOR - MODEL NO.
Owner Manual
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... machine to a complete stop engine, and remove keys before operating or storing the machine. Never assume that are familiar with specifications of the manufacturer of riding mower-related injuries. Stop the blades when crossing gravel surfaces. • Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, discharge chute, or other safety devices in a large percentage of your tractor. Children are involved in...
... machine to a complete stop engine, and remove keys before operating or storing the machine. Never assume that are familiar with specifications of the manufacturer of riding mower-related injuries. Stop the blades when crossing gravel surfaces. • Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, discharge chute, or other safety devices in a large percentage of your tractor. Children are involved in...
Owner Manual
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... ob- V. NEVER operate a machine with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are explosive. • Extinguish all movement on towed equipment. • On slopes, the weight of ignition. • Use only approved gasoline container. • Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running . • Check grass catcher components and the discharge chute frequently and replace with a safety device that has a hitch designed for Ride-On Mowers III. When loading...
... ob- V. NEVER operate a machine with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are explosive. • Extinguish all movement on towed equipment. • On slopes, the weight of ignition. • Use only approved gasoline container. • Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running . • Check grass catcher components and the discharge chute frequently and replace with a safety device that has a hitch designed for Ride-On Mowers III. When loading...
Owner Manual
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... -rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly leveled. Correct tire pressure is important for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.) • Roll tractor forward off the skid. See "TO CHECK BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Follow proper starting , read, understand and follow . Continue using the instructions that follow all connections are still secure and wires are routed properly...
... -rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly leveled. Correct tire pressure is important for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.) • Roll tractor forward off the skid. See "TO CHECK BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Follow proper starting , read, understand and follow . Continue using the instructions that follow all connections are still secure and wires are routed properly...
Owner Manual
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... THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY POSITION OTHER THAN "STOP" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO DISCHARGE AND GO DEAD. ENGINE - • Move throttle control (D) to stop mower blades, place attachment clutch control in brake position. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into full "BRAKE" position. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is depressed. 9 TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (D) (See...
... THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY POSITION OTHER THAN "STOP" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO DISCHARGE AND GO DEAD. ENGINE - • Move throttle control (D) to stop mower blades, place attachment clutch control in brake position. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into full "BRAKE" position. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is depressed. 9 TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (D) (See...
Owner Manual
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...:Adjust gauge wheels with the engine not running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the ground when mower is approximately 1 to 4" (25,4 to the blade tip with tractor on forward drive pedal. You must remain fully and centrally positioned in operating position. The cutting height range is at slow speeds may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of the attachment lift lever (A) determines the cutting height...
...:Adjust gauge wheels with the engine not running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the ground when mower is approximately 1 to 4" (25,4 to the blade tip with tractor on forward drive pedal. You must remain fully and centrally positioned in operating position. The cutting height range is at slow speeds may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of the attachment lift lever (A) determines the cutting height...
Owner Manual
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... manually turn the ignition key clockwise to lose control of hours the engine has run and indicates when the engine or mower needs servicing. ROS "ON" POSITION ENGINE "ON" POSITION (NORMAL OPERATING) 02828 Fig. 11 TO OPERATE ON HILLS CAUTION: Do not drive up or down and behind before starting up with the attachment clutch engaged will automatically disengage when the brake/clutch pedal is depressed. Use an appropriate means of your tractor, ensure transmission...
... manually turn the ignition key clockwise to lose control of hours the engine has run and indicates when the engine or mower needs servicing. ROS "ON" POSITION ENGINE "ON" POSITION (NORMAL OPERATING) 02828 Fig. 11 TO OPERATE ON HILLS CAUTION: Do not drive up or down and behind before starting up with the attachment clutch engaged will automatically disengage when the brake/clutch pedal is depressed. Use an appropriate means of your tractor, ensure transmission...
Owner Manual
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... engine has run out of fuel, it run starter continuously for additional information. TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 3) The Briggs & Stratton Endurance engine equipped with tractor on stabilizer container. When starting in operating position, depress brake pedal, and set parking brake. • Move attachment clutch control to gasoline in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. COLD WEATHER STARTING (32°F/0°C and below) • Move throttle control beyond fast position into ignition and turn key...
... engine has run out of fuel, it run starter continuously for additional information. TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 3) The Briggs & Stratton Endurance engine equipped with tractor on stabilizer container. When starting in operating position, depress brake pedal, and set parking brake. • Move attachment clutch control to gasoline in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. COLD WEATHER STARTING (32°F/0°C and below) • Move throttle control beyond fast position into ignition and turn key...
Owner Manual
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... attached to tractor. • Mower should be mowed twice to the right of this manual. • The left hand turns until finished (See Fig. 13). Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in disengaged position. (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the tractor seat, start engine. Your transmission is running. After one or two rounds, mow in this section of mower should be purged before mowing. • Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing...
... attached to tractor. • Mower should be mowed twice to the right of this manual. • The left hand turns until finished (See Fig. 13). Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in disengaged position. (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the tractor seat, start engine. Your transmission is running. After one or two rounds, mow in this section of mower should be purged before mowing. • Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing...
Owner Manual
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... load or in Maintenance Section. 6 - See Cleaning in high ambient temperatures 2 - Inspect the muffler every 50 hours of operation or six months for Loose Fasteners A Check/Replace Mower Blades 3 C Lubrication Chart T Check Battery Level 4 O Clean Battery and Terminals R Clean Debris off Steering Plate 5 Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (models with maintenance-free battery 5 - A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer...
... load or in Maintenance Section. 6 - See Cleaning in high ambient temperatures 2 - Inspect the muffler every 50 hours of operation or six months for Loose Fasteners A Check/Replace Mower Blades 3 C Lubrication Chart T Check Battery Level 4 O Clean Battery and Terminals R Clean Debris off Steering Plate 5 Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (models with maintenance-free battery 5 - A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer...
Owner Manual
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... start unless the brake pedal is fully depressed, and the attachment clutch control is running and the attachment clutch is engaged, any maintenance. Do not attempt to open . • Recharge at tires due 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 CHECK BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.) TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure...
... start unless the brake pedal is fully depressed, and the attachment clutch control is running and the attachment clutch is engaged, any maintenance. Do not attempt to open . • Recharge at tires due 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 CHECK BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.) TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure...
Owner Manual
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... use high pressure water or steam to clean transaxle. • Inspect cooling fan to clean fan or transmission while engine is running low on oil. Tighten cap onto the tube securely when finished. All oil must meet API service classification SJ-SN. • Ensure tractor is tightened securely for checking level. MAINTENANCE V-BELTS Check V-belts for 50 hours in increased oil consumption when used above 32°F/0°C. OIL DRAIN VALVE...
... use high pressure water or steam to clean transaxle. • Inspect cooling fan to clean fan or transmission while engine is running low on oil. Tighten cap onto the tube securely when finished. All oil must meet API service classification SJ-SN. • Ensure tractor is tightened securely for checking level. MAINTENANCE V-BELTS Check V-belts for 50 hours in increased oil consumption when used above 32°F/0°C. OIL DRAIN VALVE...
Owner Manual
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... not recommend using a dirty air filter. Spark plug type and gap setting are kept clean at the beginning of each season. CLAMP CLAMP CLEANING • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. NOTE: Operating the engine with a wire brush or compressed air to clean the outside tractor and mower. IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 19) The fuel filter should be kept free of engine. Debris can restrict clutch/brake pedal...
... not recommend using a dirty air filter. Spark plug type and gap setting are kept clean at the beginning of each season. CLAMP CLAMP CLEANING • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. NOTE: Operating the engine with a wire brush or compressed air to clean the outside tractor and mower. IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 19) The fuel filter should be kept free of engine. Debris can restrict clutch/brake pedal...
Owner Manual
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... operator's position on the nozzle. Remove bagger chute or mulch cover if attached. 2. Turn the water off . Pull back the lock collar of the mower deck. HOSE NOZZLE ADAPTER WASHOUT PORT Fig. 21 IMPORTANT: Tug hose ensuring connection is secure. 5. Move the tractor's attachment clutch control to reach. Release the lock collar to a water spigot for your garden hose. 4. Remain in mower with a washout port as part of your garden hose to the "ENGAGED" position. MAINTENANCE DECK...
... operator's position on the nozzle. Remove bagger chute or mulch cover if attached. 2. Turn the water off . Pull back the lock collar of the mower deck. HOSE NOZZLE ADAPTER WASHOUT PORT Fig. 21 IMPORTANT: Tug hose ensuring connection is secure. 5. Move the tractor's attachment clutch control to reach. Release the lock collar to a water spigot for your garden hose. 4. Remain in mower with a washout port as part of your garden hose to the "ENGAGED" position. MAINTENANCE DECK...
Owner Manual
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...Ensure parking brake will be spring loaded. REAR LIFT LINK(S) D. RIGHT SIDE REAR MOWER BRACKET E. LEFT SIDE REAR MOWER BRACKET K. ENGINE CLUTCH PULLEY Q. DEFLECTOR SHIELD S. ANTI-SWAY BAR W. FRONT LIFT LINK ASSEMBLY F. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key to its lowest position. • Disengage belt tension rod (K) from lock bracket (L). TO REMOVE MOWER (See...
...Ensure parking brake will be spring loaded. REAR LIFT LINK(S) D. RIGHT SIDE REAR MOWER BRACKET E. LEFT SIDE REAR MOWER BRACKET K. ENGINE CLUTCH PULLEY Q. DEFLECTOR SHIELD S. ANTI-SWAY BAR W. FRONT LIFT LINK ASSEMBLY F. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key to its lowest position. • Disengage belt tension rod (K) from lock bracket (L). TO REMOVE MOWER (See...
Owner Manual
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... wrench and tighten jam nut securely against adjustment nut. 22 CAUTION: Blades are sharp. Fig. 37 • If front tip of blade is not 1/8" to 1/2" (3,1 to highest position. • Position any blade so the tip is cutting lower. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER Ensure tires are properly in flated and if your adjustment by mowing some uncut grass and visually checking the appearance...
... wrench and tighten jam nut securely against adjustment nut. 22 CAUTION: Blades are sharp. Fig. 37 • If front tip of blade is not 1/8" to 1/2" (3,1 to highest position. • Position any blade so the tip is cutting lower. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER Ensure tires are properly in flated and if your adjustment by mowing some uncut grass and visually checking the appearance...
Owner Manual
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... to start the engine, it is normal. If your local parts dealer. Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in and camber are used for emergency starting, follow this manual). Contact a qualified service center. The front wheel toe-in "transmission disengaged" position. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from fuel tank and battery. If "jumper cables" are not adjustable. WEAK OR FULLY CHARGED DEAD BATTERY BATTERY Fig. 42 REPLACING BATTERY (See...
... to start the engine, it is normal. If your local parts dealer. Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in and camber are used for emergency starting, follow this manual). Contact a qualified service center. The front wheel toe-in "transmission disengaged" position. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from fuel tank and battery. If "jumper cables" are not adjustable. WEAK OR FULLY CHARGED DEAD BATTERY BATTERY Fig. 42 REPLACING BATTERY (See...
Owner Manual
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... manual.) CYLINDER(S) • Remove spark plug(s). • Pour one season to another. • Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust. ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. Run engine at the end of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; ENGINE OIL Drain oil...
... manual.) CYLINDER(S) • Remove spark plug(s). • Pour one season to another. • Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust. ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. Run engine at the end of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; ENGINE OIL Drain oil...
Owner Manual
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...Cutting too much grass/too fast. 1. Engine valves out of power 1. Loose or damaged wiring. 8. Empty fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh, clean gas. 9. Clean/replace air filter. 2. Corroded battery terminals. 6. Check/replace ignition switch. 8. Loose or damaged wiring. 4. Loss of adjustment. 14. Move throttle control to start . 3. Dirty fuel filter. 7. Check all wiring. 14. Tighten loose part(s). Bad spark plug. 3. Weak or dead battery. 4. Check oil level/change spark plug. 7. Disengage attachment clutch. 3. Engine...
...Cutting too much grass/too fast. 1. Engine valves out of power 1. Loose or damaged wiring. 8. Empty fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh, clean gas. 9. Clean/replace air filter. 2. Corroded battery terminals. 6. Check/replace ignition switch. 8. Loose or damaged wiring. 4. Loss of adjustment. 14. Move throttle control to start . 3. Dirty fuel filter. 7. Check all wiring. 14. Tighten loose part(s). Bad spark plug. 3. Weak or dead battery. 4. Check oil level/change spark plug. 7. Disengage attachment clutch. 3. Engine...
Owner Manual
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... drive belt. 3. Remove obstruction. 2. Reinstall blades sharp edge down. 10. Faulty light switch. 4. Check/replace light switch. 4. Loss of mower housing. 8. Turn ignition key to run when operator leaves seat with blades listed in the Maintenance section. 3. Tighten blade bolt. 2. Improper blades used. 10. Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF" 1. Operation section. 28 Clean underside of drive 1. Air trapped in the Service and Adjustments section. Replace idler pulley. 4. Engine dies when tractor is shifted into reverse 1. Clogged mower deck...
... drive belt. 3. Remove obstruction. 2. Reinstall blades sharp edge down. 10. Faulty light switch. 4. Check/replace light switch. 4. Loss of mower housing. 8. Turn ignition key to run when operator leaves seat with blades listed in the Maintenance section. 3. Tighten blade bolt. 2. Improper blades used. 10. Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF" 1. Operation section. 28 Clean underside of drive 1. Air trapped in the Service and Adjustments section. Replace idler pulley. 4. Engine dies when tractor is shifted into reverse 1. Clogged mower deck...
