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... cannot contact spark plug. Ma- • terial may lose traction. The machine could overturn the machine. Shut off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before storage. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all parts to come to occur. ing. • Do not ...or good artificial light. • Do not operate the machine while under the machine. Tall grass can touch hot exhaust / engine parts and burn. Tires may ricochet back toward anyone enters the area. Do not shift to cause cancer and birth defects or other attachments;...
... cannot contact spark plug. Ma- • terial may lose traction. The machine could overturn the machine. Shut off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before storage. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all parts to come to occur. ing. • Do not ...or good artificial light. • Do not operate the machine while under the machine. Tall grass can touch hot exhaust / engine parts and burn. Tires may ricochet back toward anyone enters the area. Do not shift to cause cancer and birth defects or other attachments;...
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...8226; Never operate machine in contact with the rim of a child. Clean oil or fuel spillage and remove any adjustments or repairs with the engine running. • Check grass catcher components and the discharge guard frequently and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades...the area is clear of ignition. • Use only approved gasoline container. • Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine run over or backed over by the machine. • Never allow children or others in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Replace gas cap and...
...8226; Never operate machine in contact with the rim of a child. Clean oil or fuel spillage and remove any adjustments or repairs with the engine running. • Check grass catcher components and the discharge guard frequently and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades...the area is clear of ignition. • Use only approved gasoline container. • Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine run over or backed over by the machine. • Never allow children or others in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Replace gas cap and...
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... spark arrester is used, it should not be maintained in maintaining, caring for the muffler is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should be used on your tractor properly. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and observe the safety rules. • Follow a regular ... with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is available through your tractor. • Follow the instructions under "Maintenance" and "Stor- A spark arrester for and ...
... spark arrester is used, it should not be maintained in maintaining, caring for the muffler is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should be used on your tractor properly. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and observe the safety rules. • Follow a regular ... with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is available through your tractor. • Follow the instructions under "Maintenance" and "Stor- A spark arrester for and ...
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...location and function of controls) WARNING: Before starting, read, understand and follow all the above assembly steps have been completed. • Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with the instructions that follow. Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of this ... location and function of controls) • Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. • Start the engine.After engine has started, move throttle control to idle position. • Depress clutch/brake pedal into service after month and year indicated on seat in...
...location and function of controls) WARNING: Before starting, read, understand and follow all the above assembly steps have been completed. • Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with the instructions that follow. Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of this ... location and function of controls) • Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. • Start the engine.After engine has started, move throttle control to idle position. • Depress clutch/brake pedal into service after month and year indicated on seat in...
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... working properly (See the Operation and Maintenance sections in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you start the engine. ✓ Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition. ✓ Be sure Operator Presence System and Reverse Operation System (ROS) ...mower blade drive belts in this manual. WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS: ✓ Engine oil is at the factory for leveling). ✓ Check mower and drive belts. CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS See the ...
... working properly (See the Operation and Maintenance sections in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you start the engine. ✓ Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition. ✓ Be sure Operator Presence System and Reverse Operation System (ROS) ...mower blade drive belts in this manual. WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS: ✓ Engine oil is at the factory for leveling). ✓ Check mower and drive belts. CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS See the ...
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... appear on your tractor or in death, serious injury and/or property damage. REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION SWITCH P ENGINE OFF REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT 15 MOWER... AND FEET AWAY KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) LIGHTS ON Failure to the tractor and/or engine.
... appear on your tractor or in death, serious injury and/or property damage. REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION SWITCH P ENGINE OFF REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT 15 MOWER... AND FEET AWAY KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) LIGHTS ON Failure to the tractor and/or engine.
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... adjustments. ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position. Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine. LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - GEARSHIFT LEVER - LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on and off. Used to engage the mower blades, or... other powered attachment while in reverse. Used for starting and stopping the engine. PARKING BRAKE - Save this manual for starting and controlling engine speed. 10 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR...
... adjustments. ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position. Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine. LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - GEARSHIFT LEVER - LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on and off. Used to engage the mower blades, or... other powered attachment while in reverse. Used for starting and stopping the engine. PARKING BRAKE - Save this manual for starting and controlling engine speed. 10 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR...
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... "browning" of grass. The cutting height range is equipped with clutch/brake pedal depressed and gearshift lever in "BRAKE" position. When engine is running, any attempt by the gearshift lever. • Start tractor with an operator presence sensing switch. To eliminate this possibility, ...seat without first setting the parking brake will hold . • Place parking brake lever in height should be cut relatively high; ENGINE • Move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position, before leaving the operator's position; OPERATION The operation of any ...
... "browning" of grass. The cutting height range is equipped with clutch/brake pedal depressed and gearshift lever in "BRAKE" position. When engine is running, any attempt by the gearshift lever. • Start tractor with an operator presence sensing switch. To eliminate this possibility, ...seat without first setting the parking brake will hold . • Place parking brake lever in height should be cut relatively high; ENGINE • Move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position, before leaving the operator's position; OPERATION The operation of any ...
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... can lose traction with the attachment engaged. Be sure you have allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you to prevent the engine from damage when transporting your tractor, be sure hood is strongly discouraged. Turning the ROS "ON", to allow reverse operation with the...to brake position and engage parking brake. • Move gearshift lever to tractor. NOTE: To protect hood from hesitating or cutting off the engine. TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by engaging attachment clutch control. • TO STOP MOWER BLADES - ...
... can lose traction with the attachment engaged. Be sure you have allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you to prevent the engine from damage when transporting your tractor, be sure hood is strongly discouraged. Turning the ROS "ON", to allow reverse operation with the...to brake position and engage parking brake. • Move gearshift lever to tractor. NOTE: To protect hood from hesitating or cutting off the engine. TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by engaging attachment clutch control. • TO STOP MOWER BLADES - ...
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...of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from several minutes, depending on dipstick is reached. Do not store, spill or use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the choke ( ) position until "FULL" mark on the temperature. • The attachments can damage the fuel system ...: If at a high altitude (above . Do not over fill. See Storage Instructions for more than fifteen seconds per minute. If engine still does not start after several attempts, move the throttle control to fast position, wait a few seconds, remove and read the warm and cold starting...
...of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from several minutes, depending on dipstick is reached. Do not store, spill or use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the choke ( ) position until "FULL" mark on the temperature. • The attachments can damage the fuel system ...: If at a high altitude (above . Do not over fill. See Storage Instructions for more than fifteen seconds per minute. If engine still does not start after several attempts, move the throttle control to fast position, wait a few seconds, remove and read the warm and cold starting...
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.... Wet grass will suit the terrain and give best performance of mower should be used . 14 Allow grass to dry before mowing. • Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of clippings and more uniform cutting. • When mowing large areas, start...
.... Wet grass will suit the terrain and give best performance of mower should be used . 14 Allow grass to dry before mowing. • Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of clippings and more uniform cutting. • When mowing large areas, start...
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...plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your tractor. eENGINE cGEARSHIFT PIVOTS BEFORE EACH USE • Check engine oil level. • Check brake operation. • Check tire pressure. • Check operator presence and ROS systems for proper operation... when mowing in dirty or dusty conditions. 1,2 1,2 2 2 1, 2 2 2 3 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to properly maintain your engine run better and last longer. maximum. maint_sch-tractore.ROS.e GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this manual. Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to...
...plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your tractor. eENGINE cGEARSHIFT PIVOTS BEFORE EACH USE • Check engine oil level. • Check brake operation. • Check tire pressure. • Check operator presence and ROS systems for proper operation... when mowing in dirty or dusty conditions. 1,2 1,2 2 2 1, 2 2 2 3 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to properly maintain your engine run better and last longer. maximum. maint_sch-tractore.ROS.e GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this manual. Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to...
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..."PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS) SYSTEM • When the engine is running with a file or on a grinding wheel. Replace bent or damaged blades. IMPORTANT: TO ENSURE PROPER ASSEMBLY, CENTER HOLE IN ...WITH APPROVE BOLT SHOWN IN THE REPAIR PARTS. Care should be centered, but if you will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to mower and engine. • The blade can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire ...
..."PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS) SYSTEM • When the engine is running with a file or on a grinding wheel. Replace bent or damaged blades. IMPORTANT: TO ENSURE PROPER ASSEMBLY, CENTER HOLE IN ...WITH APPROVE BOLT SHOWN IN THE REPAIR PARTS. Care should be centered, but if you will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to mower and engine. • The blade can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire ...
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...VALVE CLOSED AND LOCKED POSITION YELLOW CAP DRAIN TUBE FIG. 11 TRANSAXLE COOLING • Keep transaxle free from wear. Refill engine with API service classification SG-SL. For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). V-BELTS CheckV-belts ... charging of this manual. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can restrict cooling. • • ENGINE LUBRICATION • Only use . The belts are not adjustable. Keep oil at least once a year if the tractor is in the Service...
...VALVE CLOSED AND LOCKED POSITION YELLOW CAP DRAIN TUBE FIG. 11 TRANSAXLE COOLING • Keep transaxle free from wear. Refill engine with API service classification SG-SL. For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). V-BELTS CheckV-belts ... charging of this manual. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can restrict cooling. • • ENGINE LUBRICATION • Only use . The belts are not adjustable. Keep oil at least once a year if the tractor is in the Service...
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...the useful life of this manual. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. We do not recommend using a dirty air filter. See Engine Manual. of all gasoline, oil, etc. • Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax. Use compressed air or a leaf blower to remove dirt...arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. Spark plug type and gap setting is required. • With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections. • Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with a wire brush or...
...the useful life of this manual. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. We do not recommend using a dirty air filter. See Engine Manual. of all gasoline, oil, etc. • Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax. Use compressed air or a leaf blower to remove dirt...arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. Spark plug type and gap setting is required. • With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections. • Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with a wire brush or...
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... come in "DISENGAGED" position. • Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its lowest position. • Roll belt off engine pulley. • Remove small retainer spring, and remove clutch spring off pulley bolt. • Remove large retainer spring, slide collar off ...lift lever to its highest position. • Slide mower under tractor. FLAT WASHER CLUTCH SPRING SMALL RETAINER SPRING SUSPENSION ARMS SQUARE HOLE ENGINE PULLEY RETAINER SPRING 38 42 ANTI-SWAY BAR COLLAR FRONT LINK RETAINER SPRINGS (BOTH SIDES) HOUSING GUIDE LARGE RETAINER SPRING BRACKET 02695 CLUTCH...
... come in "DISENGAGED" position. • Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its lowest position. • Roll belt off engine pulley. • Remove small retainer spring, and remove clutch spring off pulley bolt. • Remove large retainer spring, slide collar off ...lift lever to its highest position. • Slide mower under tractor. FLAT WASHER CLUTCH SPRING SMALL RETAINER SPRING SUSPENSION ARMS SQUARE HOLE ENGINE PULLEY RETAINER SPRING 38 42 ANTI-SWAY BAR COLLAR FRONT LINK RETAINER SPRINGS (BOTH SIDES) HOUSING GUIDE LARGE RETAINER SPRING BRACKET 02695 CLUTCH...
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... BELT REMOVAL • Place attachment clutch in flated (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). Measure distance • Work belt off engine pulley. • Disconnect R.H.suspension arm from mower. suspension arm and secure with re- • To lower front of mower, measure height from trunnion...LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on that both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys. • Install new belt into engine pulley groove. BELT INSTALLATION • Work new belt around both front links are equal in length. • If links are not ...
... BELT REMOVAL • Place attachment clutch in flated (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). Measure distance • Work belt off engine pulley. • Disconnect R.H.suspension arm from mower. suspension arm and secure with re- • To lower front of mower, measure height from trunnion...LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on that both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys. • Install new belt into engine pulley groove. BELT INSTALLATION • Work new belt around both front links are equal in length. • If links are not ...
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... position of all belt guides and keepers. • Install mower (See "TO INSTALL MOWER" in this section of tractor. Engage parking brake. ENGINE PULLEY CLUTCHING IDLER STATIONARY IDLER CENTER SPAN KEEPER TRANSAXLE PULLEY FIG. 20 OPERATING ARM FIG. 19 21 BELT REMOVAL • Remove mower (See "...pulley by deflecting belt keepers. • Remove belt from center span keeper and pull belt away from around the top groove of engine pulley. • Install belt through stationary idler and clutching idler. • Make sure belt is in highest gear, further maintenance is still...
... position of all belt guides and keepers. • Install mower (See "TO INSTALL MOWER" in this section of tractor. Engage parking brake. ENGINE PULLEY CLUTCHING IDLER STATIONARY IDLER CENTER SPAN KEEPER TRANSAXLE PULLEY FIG. 20 OPERATING ARM FIG. 19 21 BELT REMOVAL • Remove mower (See "...pulley by deflecting belt keepers. • Remove belt from center span keeper and pull belt away from around the top groove of engine pulley. • Install belt through stationary idler and clutching idler. • Make sure belt is in highest gear, further maintenance is still...
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... FOR REPAIRS (See Fig. 22) • Block up axle securely. • Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to start the engine, it should be in neutral when the gear shift lever is in neutral (N). Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. 22 WEAK... nearest authorized service center/department. GEARSHIFT LEVER NEUTRAL LOCK GATE RETAINING WASHERS RING AXLE COVER SQUARE KEY (REAR WHEEL ONLY) FIG. 22 TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 23) WARNING: Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. NOTE: If additional clearance is needed , proceed as follows...
... FOR REPAIRS (See Fig. 22) • Block up axle securely. • Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to start the engine, it should be in neutral when the gear shift lever is in neutral (N). Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. 22 WEAK... nearest authorized service center/department. GEARSHIFT LEVER NEUTRAL LOCK GATE RETAINING WASHERS RING AXLE COVER SQUARE KEY (REAR WHEEL ONLY) FIG. 22 TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 23) WARNING: Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. NOTE: If additional clearance is needed , proceed as follows...
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...out of the hole in the backside of the grill. • Close hood. If adjustment is necessary, see engne manual. If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your tractor to an authorized service center for repair and/or adjustment. Tighten securely... terminals at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Tighten securely. If adjustment is necessary, see engine manual. HOOD HEADLIGHT WIRE CONNECTOR 01536 SEAT PAN FIG. 26 FIG. 24 ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE The throttle control has been preset at sides, tilt toward...
...out of the hole in the backside of the grill. • Close hood. If adjustment is necessary, see engne manual. If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your tractor to an authorized service center for repair and/or adjustment. Tighten securely... terminals at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Tighten securely. If adjustment is necessary, see engine manual. HOOD HEADLIGHT WIRE CONNECTOR 01536 SEAT PAN FIG. 26 FIG. 24 ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE The throttle control has been preset at sides, tilt toward...