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MODEL NUMBER 917.255981

OWNER'SMANUAL o Assembly o Operation o Customer Responsibilities o Service and Adjustments o Repair Parts

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CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructiOnS before operating this equipment.

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SAFETY RULES

Mowers

IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEETAND THROWING OBJECTS.

FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT 1NSERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

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Io GENERAL OPERATION

Read, understand, and follow all instructions and on the machine before starting

in the manual

Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the

instructions, to operate the machine

Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc, which could be picked up and thrown by the blade

Be sure the area is clear of otherpeople before mowing Stop machine if anyone enters the area

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Never carry passengers

° Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary Always

look down and behind before and while backing

Be aware of the mower dlsci_arge direction and do not point

it at anyone Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place

Slow down before turning.

Never leave a running machine unattended.

Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting

Turn off blades when not mowing.

Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute

Mow only in daylight or good artificial light

Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohot or drugs

Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways

Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck

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SLOPE OPERATION

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Slopes are a ma or factor related to loss-of-control and tipover accidents, which can resu t n severe njury or death.

A s opes require extra caution.

Ifyou cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.

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Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc

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Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Talt grass can hide obstacles.

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Fot[ow the manufacturer's recommendations weights or counterweights to improve stability for wheel

Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments

These can change the stability of the machine.

Keep all movement on the slopes stowand gmduat Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope, if tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope.

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Donotturnonslopesunlessnecessary, and gradually downhill, if possible andthen, turnslowly

Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.

Do not mow on wet grass_ Reduced traction could cause sliding,

Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground

Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes

II1. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not aEert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity.

Neverassume that children will remain where you last saw them

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,, Keep children out of the mowing area and under thewatchfut care of another responsible adult

Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area

Before and when backing, look behind and down for small children

• Never carrychildren.They may fall injured or interfere with safe machine operation_

• Never allow children to operate the machine.

* Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision

IV, SERVlCE

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Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels They are flammable and vapors are explosive.

Use only an approved container

Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running Allow engine to cool before refueling Do not smoke

Never refuel the machine indoors

Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, such as a water heater

Never run a machine inside a closed area

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition

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Never tamper with safety devices_ Check their proper operation regularly.

Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up

Clean oil or fuel spillage Allow machine to cool before storing

Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object

Repair, if necessary, before restarting

Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running

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Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown.

Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, wizen necessary

Mower bEades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them

° Check brake operation frequently Adjust and service as required

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Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions,

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

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CAUTION!!!

BECOME ALERT!!!

YOUR

CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug in order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, repairs.

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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase ef a Sears

Tractor.. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance,.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized

Service Center/Department.

We have competent, welltrained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit..

Please read and retain this manual.

The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your unit properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES"°

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER: 18 0

GASOLINECAPACITY

AND TYPE:

3 5 GALLONS

UNLEADED REGULAR

OtLTYPE (API-SG):

OILCAPACITY:

SAE 30 (above 32°F)

SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

W/FILTER: 4.0 PINTS

W/O FILTER: 35 PINTS

CHAMPION RV15YC SPARK PLUG:

(GAP: ..025")

VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: 003" - 006"

EXHAUST: .016" - 019"

MODEL

NUMBER

SERIAL

NUMBER

DATEOFPURCHASE

917.255981

THEMODELANDSERIALNUMBERSWILLBEFOUND

ON A PLATE UNDER THESEATo

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND

DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE

--OR FUTURE REFERENCE..

GROUND SPEED (MPH):

TRANSAXLE OIL

CAPACITY AND TYPE:

TIRE PRESSURE:

CHARGING SYSTEM:

Forward

1st

2nd

3rd

075

1 50

2 50

4th

5th

150

3.5O

6th 5.75

Reverse 2.25

4 QUARTS

SAE 30 APFSG

FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

3 AMPS BATTERY

15 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 30_35 FT LBS

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A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this product.

Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Read and observe the safety rules..

FolIow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your unit.

Fellow the instructions under"Customer Responsibili _ ties" and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual,.

WARNING: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). if a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator,.

In the state of California the above is required by law

(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center/

Department (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

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LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON ELECTRIC START RIDING EQUIPMENT

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this riding equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears wiil repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.

This Warranty does not cover: o Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark plugs, air cleaners and belts.

° Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails, thorns, stumps, or glass

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or accident or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual o Riding equipment used for commercial or rentat purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge, Sears wilt replace the battery at no charge

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE RIDING EQUIPMENT TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE

CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES.

This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, ILLINOIS 60179 i i ,11,1,,i

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SAFETY RULES ............................................................

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ......................................

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES .....................

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WARRANTY ..................................................................

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TRACTOR ACCESSORIES ..........................................

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ASSEMBLY ..............................................................

OPERATION .............................

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ......................................

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................

STORAGE ...................................................................

TROUBLESHOOTING ...........................................

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REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ................................

REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE ....................................

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE

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BACK COVER

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Accessories ................................................. 5

Adjustments:

Brake ................................................. 21

Carburetor ....................................

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Gauge Wheels ................................. 13

Mower

Front-To-Back ............................ 20

Side-To-Side ...........................

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Throttle Control Cable .................... 25

Air Filter, Engine .........................................18

Air Screen, Engine ................................. 18

Assembly ............................................. 7-10

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Operation ............................................ 1lq4

Electrical:

Operating Mower ................................

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Schematic ......................................

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Options:

Accessodes .....................................

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Wiring Diagram ............................

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Spark Attester ........................... 3,40

Engine:

Air Filter .......................................... 18

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Air Screen ....................................

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Pa_king Brake ................................... 11-12

Cooling Fins ......................................

Oil Change .........................................17

Oil Level ........................................

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Oil Type ........................................ 13,17

Preparation ...................................... 13

Repair Parts ............................... 48-57

Starting ..........................................

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Parts, Replacement/Repair,.

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Product Specifications ............................... 3

Repair Parts ....................................... 31-47

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Battery:

Charging ..........................................

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Cleaning ............................................. 18

Installation ............:........................... 10

Levels ............................................ 8,t 6

Preparation ....................................... 8

Starting with Weak Battery ..............23

Storage ..........................................

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Terminals .......................................

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Bell:

Motion Drive

Removal/Replacer[lent

Mower Drive

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Removal/Replacement

Mower Blade Drive

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Removal/Replacement ............. 21

Blade:

Sharpening ........................................ t6

Replacement .................................

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Brake Adjustment ................................

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Filter:

Safety Rules ............................................... 2

Air Filter Seat

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Fuel ................................................

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Fuel:

Storage ............................................ 26

Type ..............................................

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Service and Adjustments

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Carburetor .....................................

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Fuse ....................................................23

Hood Removal/Installation ..............24

Motion Drive Beit

Fuse ......................................................... 23

Removal/Replacement ........... 22

Mower Drive Belt

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Removal/Replacement

Mower Blade Drive Belt

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Headlights

Remova!/Replacement ...............21

Hood Removal/Installation .....................24

MowerAdjustment

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Side-to-Side .............................. 19

Mower RemovaIllnstallation ......... lg

Leveling Mower Deck 19

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Tire Care ................................. 8,t 5,23

Lubrication:

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Slope Guide Sheet ................................. 59

Engine ...........................................

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Specifications

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CarburetorAdjustment ........................

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Controls, Tractor ..................................

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Customer Responsibilities .................16-18

Engine:

Air Filter. ........................................ 18

Air Screen ................................... 18

Cooling Fins ............................... 18

Engine Oil .,_;.......................

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Fuel Filter .................................

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Spark Plug(s) ............................

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Tractor:

Battery .......................................

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Lubrication Chart ....................... 17

Maintenance Schedule ............. 15

Tire Care ..........................

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Transaxle ...................................... 17

Cutting Height, Mower ........................... 12

Maintenance Schedule ........................... 15

Mower:

Adjustment, Front-to-Back ........... 20

Adjustment, Side-to-Side .............

Storage

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Blade Replacement .........................21

Blade Sharpening ......................... 16

Cutting Height ................................. 12

Installation ......................................

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Throttle Control Cable Adjustment

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Tires .................................................. 8,16,23

Operation

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Removal ........................................

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Troubleshooting Chart ...................... 28-29

Transaxle ................................................

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Mowing Tips ........................................

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Muffler ..................................................

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Spark Arrester ............................

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Warranty ......................................................

Oil:

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Wiring Diagram ....................................... 32

Wiring Schematic

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Cold Weather Conditions ........ 13,17

Engine .............................................

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Storage

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AND ATTACHMENTS

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These accessories and attachments we re available through most Sears retail outlets and service centers when the tractor was purchased

Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor.

ENGINE

"_sPABK PLUG GAS CAN ENGINE OIL FUEL STABILIZER

MAINTENANCE

BLADES BELTS

PERFORMANCE

Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your tractor.. Many of these are listed below with brief explanations of how they can help you This list was current at the time of publication however, it may change in future years - more attachments may be added, changes may be made in these attachments, or some may no longer be available or fit your model r Contact your nearest Sears store for the accessories and attachments that are available for your tractor,

Most of these attachments do not require additional hitches or conversion kits (those that do are indicated) and are designed for easy attaching and detaching

AERATOR promotes deep root growth for a heatthy lawn Tapered

2 5-inch steel spikes mounted on 10-inch diameter discs puncture holes in soil at close Intervalsto Iet moisture soak in. Steel weight tray for increased penetration

BUMPER protects front end of tractor from damage

CARTS make hauling easy. Variety of sizes available, ptus accessodes such as side panel kits, toot caddy, cart cover, protective mat and dolly.

CORING AERATOR takes small plugs out of soil to atlow moisture and nutrients to reach grass roots. 36-inch swath. 24 hardened steel coring tips. 150 Ib capacity weight tray

DISC HARROW has 2 gangs of 4 steel blades that angle from 10 to

20 degrees, 40 inches wide. Can hook 2 units in tandem (Requires sleeve hitch-)

DOZER BLADE removes snow; grades dirt, sand and gravel. 48 inches wide, 17 incheshigh, clears 44-inch path when angled Master lift control lever for operator ease Spring trip for snow removal on uneven pavement; bui[tqn float for blade to follow ground contour.

Reversible, repfaceable scraper bar (Use with tire chains and wheel weights and/or rear drawbar weight )

EASY OIL DRAIN VALVE makes oil changes easier, faster

FRONT END LOADER system includesdoubte wide rear tires, rear weight box, and hydraulically operated 5 26 cu.ft bucket

FRONT NOSE ROLLER canters in front of mower deck to reduce chances of "scalping" on uneven terrain

GANG HITCH lets you tow 2 or 3 putt-behind attachments at once, such as sweepers, dethatchers, aerators (not for use with rollers, carts or other heavy attachments)

MULCH RAKE/DETHATCHER loosens soil and flips thatch and matted Ieaves to lawn surface for easy pickup Twenty spring line

teeth Usefuf to prepare bare areas for seeding. Available for front or rear mounting.

HIGH PERFORMANCE REEL-ACTION SPRING

TINE DETHATCHER covers 36-inch wide path and tossesthatch into large hopper. Mounts behind tractor

PLOW turns soif 6 inches deep, cuts 10-inch furrow Crank adjustment controls depth, 3-position yoke sets width. Heavy steel landside for straight furrowing (Requires sleeve hitch )

RAMP TOPS AND FEET let you load and unload tractor from a pickup truck Use with 2 x 8 or 2 x 10 lumber

REAR GRADER BLADE is 42 incheswide and operated from driver's seat. Reversible steel blade can be angled at 30 degrees for grading

Reverses for pushing snow backwards.

(Requires sleeve hitch.)

ROLLER for smoother lawn suflace. 36-inch wide, 18-inch diameter water-tight drum holds up to 390 tbs. of weight.

Rounded edges prevent harm to turf Adjustable scraper automatically cleans drum.

SLEEVE CULTIVATOR is 43 inches wide.

Prepares ground for seeding, helps weed control.

Steel frame hotds 5 adjustable sweeps.

Adjusts vertically, horizontally (Requires sleeve hitch ) Optional accessory: steef furrow opener for wider openings for potatoes, corn, and other deep-seeded crops

SLEEVE HITCH for use with master lfft system Single pin couples/ uncouples.

SNOWTHROWER has 40-inch swath, Drum-type auger handles powdery and we'Jheavy s now Mounts easily with simple pin arrangement.

Discharge chute adjusts from tractor seal 6-inch diameter spout discharges snow 10 to 50 feet Lift controlled at tractor seat

(Use with chains and wheel weights and/or rear drawbar weighL)

SPRAYERS use 12-vott DC electric motor that connects to the tractor battery or other 12-veil source, Includes booms for automatic spraying and hand held wand for spot spraying.

Wand has adjustable spray pattern For applying herbicides, insecticides, fungicides and liquid fertilizers

SPREADER/SEEDERS make seeding, fertilizing, and weed killing easy.

Broadcast spreaders are also useful for granular de-icers and sand

SWEEPERS let you collect grass clippings and leaves

TILLER has 8 hp engine to prepare seed beds, cultivate, and compost garden residue, Chain-drive transmission Six 11-inch diameter one piece heat-treated steel tines, Tills 30-inch path, (Requires sleeve hitch ,) Or use 5 hp tow-behind TILLER with 36-inch swath to prepare seed beds, cu!livate

and compost garden residue.

Tiller has its own built-in lift and depth control system and does NOT require a sleeve hitch Fits any lawn, yard or garden tractor tractor drawbar and go! Optional accessories unit for dethatching, aerating, hilling

Simply hook up to the for 5 hp tiller convert without tools

TIRE CHAINS are heavy duty; closely spaced extra-large cross links give smooth ride, outstanding traction

TRACTOR CAB has heavy duty vinyi fabric over tubular steel frame,

ABS p_astic top; clear plastic windshield offers 360 degree visibility

Hinged metal doors with catch, Keeps operator warm and dry

Remove vinyl sides and windshields summer, Optional accessories for use include: as sun protector tinted/tempered in solid safety glass windshield with hand operated wiper; 12-volt amber caution light for mounting on cab top,,

VACS for powerful collection of heavy grass clippings and leaves

Optional wand attachment to pick up debris in hard-to-reach places

VACICHIPPER includes a chipper-shredder

WEIGHT BRACKET for drawbar for snow removal applications.

Can be mounted on front of tractor for p_owing applications Uses (1) 55 lb weight

WHEEL WEIGHTS for rear wheels provide needed traction for snow remova!

or dozing heavy materials

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Battery acid (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18

Seat

(I) Knob

Battery

Steering Wheel

(1) Washer t7/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge i

(3) Retainer Springs i ,H..iii1., i

(4) Retainer Springs

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(2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4

(2) Hex Nuts 1/4-20

(2) Washers 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga,

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(2) Lock Washers 1/4

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(2) Gauge Wheels!_

(2) Shoulder Bolts

(2) Crown

(2) Washers Lock Nuts

3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Gauge

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(2) Battery Carriage Bolts 1/4-20 x 7-1/2

(2) Keys

(2) Wing Nuts 1/4-20

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Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassemb}ed for shipping purposes.

To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor alt parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened secure[yo Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set wiII make assembly easier° Standard wrench sizes are tisted.

(2) 7/16" wrenches (1) Adjustable wrench

(1) 9/16" wrench (1) Tire pressure gauge

(1) 3/4" socket w/drive ratchet (1) Utility knife

When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel)

STEERING WHEEL

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STEERING __1__ -'_

FLAT

WASHER

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

o Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton (See page 6).

= Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on all four corners of carton, and lay panels flat.

= Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove°

WHEEL

STEERING

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BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

, Remove hex bolt, lock washer and large flat washer from steering shaft.

• Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward.

• Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal

([eft to right) and slide onto steering wheel adapter_ o Secure steering wheel to steering shaft with hex bolt, lock washer and large flat washer previously removed.

Tighten securely.

o Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel

, Remove protective plastic from tractor hood and grill..

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES iN SKiD THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE UNiT IS

TO ROLL OFF SKID

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Fig. 2)

o Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.

• Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal..

• Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position°

= Roll unit backwards off skid.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL

GEARSHIFT

LEVER

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FIG, 2

LIFT LEVER

PREPARE BATTERY (See Fig. 3)

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CAUTION: Wear eye and face shield.

Wash hands or clothing immediately if accidentally in contact with batteryacid.

Do not smoke. Fumes from charged battery acid are explosive.

Read the instructions included with the battery vent caps. Alwayswear gloves, clothing and goggles to protect your hands, skin and eyes.

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Your unit has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life.

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See instructions packed with vent caps in parts bag.

Fill battery with acid. Fitl each cell until it reaches the bottom of the vent wells° Do not overfill

• Allow battery to stand and settle for at least thirty minutes After standing, check the battery cell acid level, if below the vent wells, add more acid until the correct level is reached°

While battery is standing (after adding acid) and later, while battery is being charged, continue with assembly of unit.

IMPORTANT: TO MAXIMIZE THE LIFE OF YOUR

BATTERY, IT IS NECESSARY THAT THE BATTERY BE

CHARGED BEFORE USE FAILURE TO CHARGE

BATTERY CAN RESULT IN A SHORTENED BATTERY

LIFE.

Charge battery at a rate of 6 amperes for' 1 hour. Use a 12 volt battery charger. Observe all safety precautions required for battery charging°

• Check the acid level after the battery is charged, If the acid has fallen below the correct level, add distilled or

iron free water,

° Install the vent caps to cover the vent wells. Wash the top of the battery with water' to remove any acid, then wipe dry, o Check battery case for leakage to make sure that no damage has occurred in handling

• Dispose of excess battery acid.

Neutralize acid for disposal by adding it to two gallons of water in a five gallon plastic container.

Stir' with a wooden or plastic paddle while adding baking soda until the addition of more soda causes no more foaming.

• Follow instructions on how to install battery,

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 4)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob.

o Remove cardboard packing on seat pan, o Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt.

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Assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely,

Do not tighten°

° Tighten shoulder' bolt securely°

• Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat.

o Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

= Get off seat without moving its adjusted position_

= Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely.

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CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your unit were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes° Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance, o Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn 5ow to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted_ See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual

CUT AWAY VIEW

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INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

(See Figs. 5 and 8)

Be sure tractor is on level surface, Engage parking brake o Cut and remove tie down wire between anti-sway bar and R.H gauge wheel bracket. Swing anti-sway barto left side of mower deck,,

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Relieve idler tension from belt. Push idler forward and place a block (standard wood 2 x 4 or equivalent) behind idler pulley° o Slide mower under tractor with discharge guard to right side of tractor.

o Swing L, Hogauge wheel bar forward by removing rear retainer spring and pin°

• Install one front link in top hole of the L.H. front mower bracket and LHo front suspension bracket, Retain with two single loop retainer springs as shown°

,, Slide right side of mower deck forward, toward R.H.

front tire,

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o Checkbelt for proper routing in all mowerpulleygrooves,

Install belt into electric clutch pulley groove.

Install second front link in the top hole of the RH front mower bracket and R.H

front suspension bracket°

Retain with two single loop retainer springs as shown,

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FRONT

SUSPENSION

BRACKET

,

• Carefully remove block from behind idler pulley,,

• Turn height adjustment knob counterclockwise until it stops, o Lower mower linkage with attachment lift lever°

Place the suspension arms on deck pins,, tf necessary, raise front of mower to align deck pins with the holes in suspension arms,. Retain with double loop retainer springs,, o Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left footrest and retain with double loop retainer spring,

° Turn height adjustment knob clockwise to remove slack from mower suspension.

° Raise deck to highest position,

• Swing Loll. gauge wheei bar back towards rear of mower and secure with pin and retainer spring removed eadier.

.

Assemble gauge wheets as shown using long shoulder bolts, 3/8 washers and nuts, Tighten securely.,

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Adjust gauge wheels before operating mower as shown in the Operation section of this manual.

FRONT

LINKS

CHASSIS

BRACKET

SUSPENSION

ARMS

ELECTRIC

CLUTCH

PULLEY

DOUBLE LOOP

RETAINER SPRING

DOUBLE LOOP

RETAINER SPRING

LH.

GAUGE

WHEEL BAR

FRONT

SUSPENSION

BRACKET

SINGLE

LOOP RETAINER

SPRINGS

MOWER

BRACKET

SHOULDER

BOLT

GAUGE

WHEEL

NUT

ANTI-SWAY

BAR

318 WASHER

IDLER

PULLEY

BLOCK

(Wood 2 x 4 or equiv,)

DISCHARGE

GUARD

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CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting resuits, mower housing should be properly

Ieveledo See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of t his manual.

CHECK

FOR PROPER POSITION

OF ALL

BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion, mower drive, and mower blade drive belts in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual. Verifythat the belts are routed correctly.

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OLAOKOAO'E

INSTALL BATTERY (See Figs. 6 and 7)

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CAUTION: Do not short battery termi-

nals. Before Installing battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands,

Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden- tal grounding.

Lift hood to raised position..

° Be sure battery drain tube has not come foose and is securely attached to drain in battery tray.

o Lower' battery into battery tray with terminals to front of tractor°

First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery terminal with hex bolt, flat washer, Iockwasher and hex nut as shown Tighten securely.

= Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) battery terminal with remaining hex bolt, fiat washer, lock washer and hex nut. Tighten securely.

= Slide the two battery bolts through the terminal guard and start the wing nuts onto the threads.

• Position terminal guard over battery as shown lower battery bo ts nto key holes and slide square shafts of battery bolts into slots of key holes..

.

Tighten wing nuts by hand making sure battery bolts remain in slots of the key holes in the battery support,

° Be sure terminal access doors are closed.

Use terminal access doors for: o Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hardware).

• Inspection for corrosion.

= Testing battery o Jumping (if required)_

• Periodic charging.

BATTERY

KEYHOLE

FIG. 7

TERMINAL

ACCESS

DOORS

CAPS

'BATTERY TRAY

10 v" CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW

TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE

THE BESTPERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM

THIS QUALITY PRODUCT

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST."

,/ All assembly instructions have been completed.

,/ No remaining loose parts in cartonu v" Battery is properly prepared and charged° (Minimum

1 hour at 6 amps)o

,/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely,

,/ All tires are properly inflated.

(For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the factory).

,1' Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/ front-to-rear for' best cutting results.

(Tires must be properly inflated for leveling).

v' Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

,/ Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY

EXTRAA TTENTION TO THE FOLLOWtNG IMPORTANT

ITEMS: v" Engine oil is at proper level.

,/ Fuel tank is filted with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline.

,,/ Become familiar with all controls - their location and function.

Operate them before you start the engine, v' Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition,

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OPERATION

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR.

Compare the i11ustrations with you r tractor to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments Save this manual for future reference_

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LIGHT SWITCH THROTTLE CONTROL

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH SWITCH

AMMETER

CLUTCHIBRAKE

PEDAL

LIFT LEVER

/

IGNITION SWITCH

CHOKE CONTROL

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

KNOB

GEARSHIFT LEVER

PARKING BRAKE

LEVER

RANGE SHIFT

LEVER

FIG. 8

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards lnstitute_

ATI'ACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH - Used to engage mower blades or other attachments mounted to your tractor°

LIFT LEVER- Used to raise and lower mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor,

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine.

GEARSHIFT LEVER -SeIects the speed and direction of tractor.

THROTTLE CONTROLUsed to control engine speed

RANGE SHIFT LEVER - Allows "HI" or "LO" speed for all forward and reverse gears,

IGNITION SWITCH - Used to start and stop the engine.,

AMMETER - indicates battery charging (+) or discharging

(-),

LIGHT SWITCH _Turns the headlights on and ofL

PARKING BRAKE LEVER- Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position.

CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine_

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB- Used to adjust the mower heighL

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The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result tn severe eye damage.

AlWays wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs.

We recommend a wide vision safety mask for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.

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HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 9)

, Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position and hold.

o Place parking brake lever in"ENGAGED" position and release pressurefrom clutch/brake pedal Pedal should remain in "BRAKE" position.

Makesure parking brake will hold vehicle secure.

pletely, as described above, before leav-

CAUTION: Always stop tractor com- grass catcher, etc. i

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 9)

Use choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine.

Do not use to start a warm engine o To engage choke control, pull knob out. Slowly push knob in to disengage.

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH swrrcH

"ENGAGED"

POSITION

"DISENGAGED"

THROTTLE

CONTROLLEVER

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL; (See Fig. 9)

Always operate engine at full throttle.

o Operating engine at less than futl throttle reduces the battery charging rate_ o Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower performance.

IGNITION

CHOKE

CLUTCH/BRAKE

PEDAL "BRAKE"

POSITION

"DRIVE"

POSITION HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT

KNOB

FIG, 9

GEARSHIFT

LEVER

PARKING

BRAKE

"ENGAGED"

POSITION

RANGE

SHIFT

LEVER

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

(See Fig. 9)

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the gearshift lever.

° Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal depressed and gearshift lever' in neutral (N) position.

= Move gearshift lever to desired position.

o Slowly release clutch/brake pedalto start movement.

IMPORTANT: BRING TRACTOR TO A COMPLETE STOP

BEFORE SHIFTING OR CHANGING GEARS. FAILURE

TO DO SOWtLLSHORTENTHEUSEFUL

TRANSAXLE.

LIFE OF YOUR

STOPPING (See Fig. 9)

MOWER BLADES o Move attachment clutch switch to "DISENGAGED" position,

GROUND DRIVEo Depress clutch/brake pedal intofutI"BRAKE" position_ o Move gearshift lever to neutral (N) position.

ENGINE o Move throttle control to sfow (,_) position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttIe control to slow (,_) position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engine to "backfire".

, Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and remove key,

Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use.

o Never use choke to stop engine.

NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause "browning" of grass, To eliminate this possibility, always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas.

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TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

(See Fig. 9)

The cutting height is controlled by tu rning the height adjust _ ment knob in desired direction.

• Turn knob clockwise (t_l) to raise cutting height.

o Turn knob counterclockwise (P-_) to lower cutting height.

The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/4" to 4-1/4".

The heights are measured frem the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running.

These heights are approxF mate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass being mowed=

• The average lawn should be cutto approximately2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months.

For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth o For' best cutting performance, grass over6 inches in height should be mowed twice_ Make the first cut relatively high; the second to desired height.

GAUGE

WHEEL BAR

SPRING _

OPERATION

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

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TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 10)

,

• Adjust mower to desired cutting height.

o Lower mower with lift control.

Remove rear retainer spring and clevis pin which secure each gauge wheel

Lower gauge wheels to ground.

Raise gauge wheels slightly to align holes in bracket and gauge wheel bar and insert clevis pins Gauge wheels should be slightly off the ground.

Replace retainer springs into clevis pins.

RETAINER

°

° o

CAUTION: Do not drive up or down do not drive across any slope.

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Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills

If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to slower position.

If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake.,

• Move gearshift lever to 1st gear and range shift lever to low (L) position, Be sure you have allowed room for unit to roll slightly as you restart movement,

• To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and clutchtbrake pedal

° Make all turns slowly.

GAUGE

WHEEL

BRACKET

FIG. 10

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 8 and 9)

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine, o Select desired height of cut,

° Lower mower with attachment lift control,

• Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control.

.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES _disengage attachment clutch control

CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the discharge guard in place.

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TO TRANSPORT

o Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control,

When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N) position..

= Do not push or tow tractor at more than five (5) MPH

NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck ora trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor° Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etco)..

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig, 12)

o The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil o Check engine oi! with tractor on level ground_

, Remove oiffill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the dipstick and push it all the way down into the tube, wait for a few seconds, remove and read oil level.

If necessary, add oil until "FULL" mark on dipstick is reached.

Do not overfill°

° For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the

Customer Responsibilities section of this manual)..

• To change engine oil, see the Customer Responsibilities section in this manual..

ENGINE OIL

FILLER CAPIDIPSTICK

RUNNER

DISCHARGE

GUARD

FIG. 11

13

FIG. 12

ADD GASOLINE

o Fill fuel tank.

Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline. (Useof leaded gasoline will increasecarbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life)o

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES

BELOW 32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE

GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER

STARTING

WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohot or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation 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 be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer.

Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season_ See Storage Instructions for additional information.

Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fue_ tank or permanent damage may occur.

filler neck.

Do not overfill.

Wipe off any

CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE (See Fig, 9)

When starting engine for the first time or if engine has run out of fuel, it wil! take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine

• Depress clutch!brake

pedal and set parking brake.

o Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

o Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position_

Pull choke control out to choke (t\1) position for cold engine start For warm engine start do not use choke control°

= Move throttle control to midway between fast (.f_) and slow (,_.) positions.

° Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to"START' position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute° if engine does not start after several attempts, move throttle control to fast (,1_) position, wait a few minutes and try again° o When engine starts, slowly push choke control in.

o Move throttle control to fast (.f_) position°

.

Allow engine to warm up for a few minutes before engaging drive or' attachments.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32°F), the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance.

See

"TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

MOWING TIPS

= Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing 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

• Use the runner on the right hand side of mower as a guide, The blade cuts approximately an inch outside the runner (See Fig. 11)_

.

The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming..

° Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the tractor_ This will result in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting° o When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. After' one or two rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished (See Fig. 13)_

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clippings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the desired height_

,, Do not mow grass when it is wet.

Wet grass witl plug mower' and leave undesirable clumps.

Allow grass to dry before mowing.

o Always operate engine at ful! throttle when mowing to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of material Regulate ground speed by selecting a low enough gear' to give the mower cutting performance as wetl as the quality of cut desired°

• When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the attachment being used.

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FIG. 13

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TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear', then brake must be adjusted°

(See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual)°

TIRES

.

Maintain proper' air pressure in all tires (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICAT!ONS" on page 3 of this manual).

.

Keep tires free of gasoline, oit, or insect control chemicals which can harm rubber..

° Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be kept sharp_ Replace bent or damaged biades_

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 14)

• Raise mower to highest position to allow access to btades_

.

Remove hex bolt, lcckwasher and flat washer securing blade_

• Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown.

• Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order' as shown.

° Tighten bolt securely (30-35 Ft. Lbs. torque),

IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT tS GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED.

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade- but ifyou do, be sure the blade is balanced.

B" .

LADE

_

_

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FLAT WASHER_"_

_AILING

_L_

_

MANDREL

_, ASSEMBLY

EDGE UP

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TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 15)

Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced, An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even- tual damage to mower and engine° o The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower.

= To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer (When using a cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied with balanGer).

o Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.

If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal position, tf either end of the blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced.

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade. The lobes of the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not.

CENTER HOLE

5_"BOLT

OR

FIG. 15

BLADE

BATTERY (See Fig. 16)

Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use° However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life.

= Acid solution levef in each battery cetl should be even with bottoms of vent wells. Add onty distilled or'iron free water if necessary.

Do not overfill

° Keep battery and terminals clean,

• Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep vent caps tight and small vent holes in caps open,

= Recharge at 6 amperes for 1 hour°

CUT AWAY VIEW

i I/VENTcAp

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VENT f''"' _ _

FIG. 14

BATTERY

CELL ACID

LEVEL

FIG= 16

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TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to "leak" power,

• Open battery box door,

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= Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and remove battery from tractor.

o Wash battery with solution of four tablespoons of baking sodato one gallon of water, Be careful netto get the soda solution into the cells.

o Rinse the battery with plain water and dry o Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright.

= Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jel{y.

° Reinstall battery (See "INSTALL BATTERY" in the

Assembly section of this manual).

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

J

_'F" -20 _ 0 _ 30 ° 32 _ 40" 60 _ 80 _ 100 _

°c -3'oo -2_o .1_,o _,o 1'oo 2oo 3oo 40°

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OJL CHANGE

FIG. 18

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterio ration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary.

The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which can restrict cooling,,

CHECK TRANSAXLE OIL LEVEL

(See Fig. 17)

• Block up rear axle securely or use a tractor jack

= Remove left rear wheel by removing hub bolts.

Remove filler plug from transaxle, Oil level must be even with plug threads, if necessary, fill with SAE 30 motor oil, API-SG,, Replace filler plug,,

= Reassemble wheel to hub° o For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFI-

CATIONS" on page 3 of this manual,

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TRANSAXLE

FILLER PLUG

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30, etc.)

improves starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above

32=Co Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil

Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and every 50 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year,

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight (8) hours of continuous use.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig.. 18 and 19)

Determine temperature range expected before oil change_

All oil must meet API service classification SG

° Be sure tractor is on level surface, o Oil will drain more freely when warm.

o Catch oil in a suitable container

,, Remove oil fiII cap/dipstick.

Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil o Remove drain plug,

= After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug and tighten securely°

• Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube, Pour slowly+ Do not overfiIL For approximate capacity see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual,,

Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. Be sure dipstick is in all the way for accurate reading°

Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick.,

OIL DRAIN PLUG

FIG, 17

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with APt service classification SG.

Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature,

ENGINE OIL

FILLER CAPIDIPSTICK

FIG. 19

17

CUSTOM RESIPO ILmTUlE$

CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 20)

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating_ Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers

FOAM

ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 20)

Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating.

Engine blower housing must be removed.

Remove side panels and hood

(See"TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this manuaL)

PRE_CLEANER,...,__...._._

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FIG. 21

CARTRIDGE

AIR SCREEN

COOLING FINS

(BOTH SIDES)

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ENGINE OIL FILTER

Replace the engine oil fitter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year.

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MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

FIG. 20

AIR FILTER (See Fig. 21)

Your engine witl not run properly using a dirty air filter.

Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season.

Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, whicheve r occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.

= Remove wing nut and cover.

o Remove seal and cartridge plate.

TO SERVICE PRE_CLEANER

.

Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge_ o Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth

.

Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

= Gently tap the fiat side of the paper cartridge to dislodge dirt.

Do not wash the paper cartridge or use pressurized air, as this wilt damage the cartridge.

Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged cartridge,

* Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned and oiled) over the paper cartridge_

= Reassemble air cleaner, cartridge plate, and seal.

.

install the air cleaner cover and wing nut° Tighten wing nut 1/2 turn to 1 full turn after nut contacts cover_ Do not overtighten.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 22)

The fuel filter should be replaced once each season, if fuel filter becomes ctogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, replacement is required.

.

With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections.

Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carburetor;"

• Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned.

° Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

CLAMP

FIG. 22

CLAMP

- FUEL FILTER

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.

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We do not recornmend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water ouL Water in engine can result in a shortened engine life.

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CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

• Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.

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• Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

o

Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

o Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped° o Disconnectsparkplugwirefromsparkplugandplacewirewhereitcannotcomeincontactwith p,ug.

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TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 23)

o Place attachment c_Jtch in "DISENGAGED" position_

.

Turn height adjustment knob to lowest setting.

° Lower mower to its lowest position,

• Remove retainer spring holding anti-swaybar to chassis bracket and disengage anti-swaybar from bracket

• Remove retainer springs from suspension arms at deck and disengage arms from deck.

o Raise attachment Iift to its highest position.

.

Remove two retainer springs from each front link and remove IJnkso

• Slide mower forward and remove be_t from electric clutch pulley,

• Slide mower out from under right side of tractor

IMPORTANT: IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE

MOWER DECKIS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR,

RE,MOVE THE FRONT LINKS

TO INSTALL MOWER

Follow procedure described in "INSTALL MOWER AND

DRIVE BELT" in the Assembiy section of this manual,

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on _evelground or driveway, Make sure tires are properly inflated (See

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"on page 3 of this manual).

If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower,

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 23 and 24)

• Raise mower to its highest position°

• Measure height from bottom of deck curl to ground level at front corners of mower_ Distance "A" should be the same° o If distance "A" needs to be changed, make adjustment on one side of mower only_

° Raise one side of mower by tightening lift link adjustment nut on that side.

o Lower one side of mower by loosening lift link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each half turn of adjustment nut wilt change deck level about 1/4".

o Recheck level after adiusting.

BOTTOM

,

SUSPENSION

ARMS

ADJUSTMENT

NUTS

CHASSIS

BRACKET

LIFT

LINKS

FRONT

SUSPENSION

BRACKET_

OF C_

FIG, 24

ELECTRIC

CLUTCH

PULLEY

FRONT

SUSPENSION

BRACKET

RETAINER

RETAINER

SPRING

FRONT MOWER

BRACKET

ANTI,,SWAY

BAR

RETAINER

SPRINGS

FIG. 23

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TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 25 and 26) -

IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE, IF

THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT tS

NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS

EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO*SIDE.

To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing should be adjusted so the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position

Check adjustment on right side of tractor.

Measure distance "F" directly in front of and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown.

o Before making any necessary adjustments, checkthat both front links are equal in length_ o If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same length as other' link

° To lower front of mower housing, loosen nut"G" on both front links an equal number' of turns

° When distance "F" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nut"H" against trunnion on both front links,

To raise front of mower housing, loosen nut"H" from trunnion on both front links.

Tighten nut "G" on both front links an equal number of turns, o When distance "F" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear', tighten nut "H" against trunnion on both front links

NOTE: Each ful! turn of nut "G" will change dim. "F" by approximately 3/8%

Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

o Roll belt over the top of L,H_ mandrel pulley,

Remove belt from electric clutch pulley.

o Remove belt from idler pulleys_

° Remove any dirt or grass ctppings which may have accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck surfacer

L.H.

MANDREL

COVER IDLER

PULLEYS

SPRING

......................

'1

° Check primary idler arm and two idlers to see that they rotate freely.

° Be sure spring is securely hooked to primary idler arm and bolt in mower housing.,

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATIOt_ (See Fig. 27) -

° Install belt in both idlers, Make sure belt is in both belt keepers at the idlers as shown,

= Install new belt onto electric clutch pulley.

= Roll belt into upper groove of LH. mandrel pulley.

° Carefully check belt routing making sure belt is in the grooves correctly and inside belt keepers.

= Reassemble LH mandrelcover.

ELECTRIC

CLUTCH

PULLEY

I e o

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig_ 27) -

Park tractor' on a level surface. Engage parking brake°

Remove four screws from L,H. mandrel cover and remove cove ro

'_ PRIMARY

IDLER

ARM

,,p,, f i GROUND LINE

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FIG. 25 f,,=,,

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BOTH FRONT LINKS SHOULD BE EQUAL IN LENGTH

BOLT IN

MOWER

HOUSING

MANDREL

MOWER

DRIVE BELT

NUT "G"

FIG, 27

NUT "H

FRONT LINKS

FIG= 26 20

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

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TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 28)

Park the tractor on level surface.

Engage parking brake,

Remove mowerdrive belt (See'_FO REPLACE MOWER

DRIVE BELT" in this section of this manual).

o Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual)

• Remove four screws from Roll mandrel cover and remove cover° Unhook spring from bolt on mower housing°

-

.

Carefully roll belt off Roll. mandrel pulley.,

Remove belt from center mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and LH, mandrel pulley

.

Remove any dirt or grass which may have accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface.

• Check secondary idler arm and idler to see that they rotate freely,

.

.

Be sure spring is hooked in secondary idler arm and sway-bar bracket°

-

= Install new belt in lower groove of LH, mandrel puiley, idler pulley, and center mandrel pulley as shown.

Roll belt over R,,H.,mandrel pulley. Make sure belt is in all grooves propefly_

Reconnect spring to bolt in mower housing and reinstall R.Ho mandrel cover.

.

Reinstall mower to tractor (See "iNSTALL MOWER

AND DRIVE BELT' in the Assembly section of this manual)o

@

Reassemble mower drive belt (See "TO REPLACE

MOWER DRIVE BELT" in this section of this manual).

L.H.

MOWER BLADE

DRIVE CENTER

MANDREL

SECONDARY

IDLER ARM

SPRING

SWAY-BAR

BRACKET

IDLER

PULLEY

FIG. 28

MANDREL

COVER

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

(See Fig, 29)

The electric clutch should provide years of service° The clutch has a built-in brake that stops the pulley within 5 seconds,, Eventually, the internal brake will wear which may cause the mower blades to not engage, or, to not stop as required. Adjustments should be made by your nearest authorized service center/department.

.

Make sure attachment clutch and ignition switches are in "OFF" position.

o Adjust the three nylon Iocknuts until space between clutch plate and rotor measures .012" at all three slot locations cut inside of brake plate_

NOTE: After installing a new electric clutch, run tractor at full throttle and engage and disengage electric c_utch 10 cycles to wear in clutch plate

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ROTOR\

SLOT (3_

NYLON LOCKNLIT {3)

TO ADJUST

CLEVt s

PIN

_ JAM N \UT __._._

BR.,. E I

_

CLUTCH PLATE

BRAKE

\

FIG. 29

ARM / BR_,KE_)

_LE__C_LE.Y.L_

_

FIG. 30

'--"

(See Fig. 30)

BRAKE PLATE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the left side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then b rake must be adjusted°

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN BRAKE. WHEN

DEPRESSING CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL, THE MOTION

DRIVE BELT MUST STOP MOVING (DECLUTCH FROM

ENGINE PULLEY) BEFORE BRAKE ENGAGES.

IMPROPER ADJUSTMENT WILL CAUSE HARD SHIFTING

AND EXCESSIVE WEAR TO BRAKE LINING,

• Park and turn off the tractor on a level surface, Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) position., Disengage parking brake and be sure tractor does not rotl in either direction_ o Lower mower deck (if installed on tractor)

.

Snap out access hole cover on te{t side o{ tractor above footrest, o Loosen jam nut at clevis which wilt allow brake rod to be rotated,,

• With pliers, from underside of frame, unscrew brake rod from clevis four (4) to six (6) full turns,

• Start tractorwith gear shift lever in neutra_ (N) position.

• Slowly depress clutch/brake pedal to the point where the motion drive belt stops moving., Hold clutch/brake peda_ in this position and engage parking brake. !{belt begins to move after engaging parking brake, reset parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal slightfy to next notch on parking brake.

° Stop engine.

Screw brake rod back into clevis until clevis pin is against rear edge of slot in brake arm, Do not over tighten (see "IMPORTANT' above)

• Tighten jam nut against clevis_

.

Replace access hole cover,

• Road test tractor for proper stopping distance and declutching as stated above Readjust if necessary.

If proper adjustment cannot be attained, further maintenance is necessary° Contact your nearest authorized se rvice center/department.

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CE AN ADJUSTMENTS

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TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 31)

Park the tractor on level surface.

Engage parking brake.

For ease of service there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom of Ieft footresto It isnot necessaryto rernove mower.

BELT REMOVAL

= Raise hood and disconnect BLACK (grounding) battery cable,,

• Set parking brake (to get belt slack).

= Remove mower drive belt from electric clutch pulley only (See "TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in this section of this manual).

° Roll motion drive belt off transaxle pulley,

= Roll belt off clutching idler pulleys, then off engine pulley and front V-idler pulley,

Pull belt out of all belt keepers.

BELT INSTALLATION -

• Place V part of belt into grooves on engine pulley and front V-idler, making sure to route belt inside of belt keepers.

o Put belt coming from V-idter above midspan belt keeper, then onto clutching idler pulleys as shown.

o Make sure "V" part of belt engages"V" idler.

• Place belt around transaxle pulley, beginning at top.

"V" part of belt should engage transaxle pulley.

• Place long lower section of belt through loop in midspan belt keeper,,

Check to be sure belt is on proper side of all belt keepers.

o Reinstall mower drive belt onto electric clutch pulley.

= Release parking brake.

IMPORTANT: CHECK BRAKE ADJUSTMENT.

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straightforward, remove steer-

ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT

Front wheel toe-in is required for proper steering operation,_

Toe-in was set at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary.

If parts in the front axle or steering mechanism have been replaced or damaged, check toe-in and adjust if necessary

TO CHECK TOE-IN (See Fig,, 32) -

= Position front wheels straight ahead.

.

• Measure distance between wheels at front and rear of tires (dimensions "A" and "B"),

Front dimension "A" should be 1/_" to 1/4" less than rear dimension "B"v

.

TO ADJUST TOE-IN (See Figs,,32 and 33) *

Loosen jam nuts at adjustment sleeves on tie rod.

• Adjusttieroduntildimension"A"isl/8"tol/4"lessthan dimension "B".

, Tighten jam nuts securely,

FRONT OF TRACTOR

FIG. 32

TRACTOR V-BELT DRIVE SCHEMATIC

VIEWED FROM L,H. SIDE OF TRACTOR

ADJUSTMENT SLEEVES

CLUTCHING

FLAT IDLER

CLUTCHING

IDLER

BELT

ENGINE

PULLEY

V-IDLER

KEEPER

ENGINE

PULLEY

BELT

TWISTS

BELT TRANSAXLE

KEEPER PULLEY

ASVIEWED FROM BOTTOM

FIG. 31

22

JAM NUTS

FIG. 33

FRONT WHEEL CAMBER

The front wheel camber is not adjustable on your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel carnber,

contact your nearest authorized service center/department.

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$ERVHCE AND ADJUSTMENTS

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TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

FRONT WHEEL (See Fig. 34) -

° BIockup axle securely_

• Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal

• Repair tire and reassemble.

• Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove.

• Replace axle cover.

"POSITIVE"(+) o

PANEL

AXLE

COVER

\

RETAINING

RIN(

WASHERS

FIG. 35

FIG. 34

REAR WHEEL

• Block rear axle securely..

.

Remove five (5) hub bolts to allow wheel removal..

° Repair tire and reassemble.

Replace and tighten hub bolts securely_

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY

'See Fig. 35) i

CAUTION: [.ead-acid batteries gener-

ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame

and smoking materials away from bat- teries.

Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

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If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged..

If "jumper cables" are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: YOUR UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12

VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM THE OTHER

VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE

GROUNDED SYSTEM.

DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR

BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

° Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE

(+) terminal of each battery, taking care not to short against chassis.

= Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGA-

TIVE (_) terminal of fuliy charged battery.

° Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to good

CHASSIS GROUND, away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

= BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery.

• RED cable last from both batteries iii i1,,i,,11

"NEGATIVE"(-)

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

° Raise hood.

° Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill°

• Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill

° CIosehood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.

o Check wiring.

See electrical wiring diagram in the

Repair Parts section of this manual..

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse The fuse holder is located behind the dash.

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TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT LIFT SPRING

(See Fig. 36)

,, While holding spring bushing with wrench, loosen jam nut.

,, Turn adjustment bolt clockwise to extend spring and

reduce lift effort for heavier attachments.

o Turn adjustment bolt counterclockwise for lighter attachments.

Retighten jam nut against spring bushing.

IMPORTANT: DO NOTADJUST FOR MAXIMUM SPRING

TENSION WHEN USING LIGHT ATTACHMENTS SUCH

ASA MOWER. ADJUST LIFT LEVER SPRING TO AID IN

LIFTING ATTACHMENT DO NOT OVERPOWER SPRING.

WHEN REMOVING ATTACHMENT, ALWAYS ADJUST

SPRING TENSION TO ITS LOWEST POSITION

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY

(See Fig. 37) o Raise hood.

° Unsnap headlight wire connector°

Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor.

= To replace, reverse above procedures.

ADJUSTMENT

HOOD

\

SPRING BUSHING o

JAM NUT

_

°

FIG. 36 o

ATTACHMENT

LIFT SPRING

WIRE

CONNECTION

FIG. 37

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TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

(See Fig. 38 & 39)

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should notbe necessary, Checkadjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as foilows:

° With engine not running, move throttle control leverto fast 0 position°

° Check that speed control Iever is against stop screw. If it is not, loosen casing clamp screw and pull throttle cable until lever is against screw_ Tighten clamp screw securely.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 40)

The carburetor has been present at the factory and adjustmerit should not be necessary. However, minor adjustment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor does not need adjustment, proceed as follows:

In general, turning the adjusting needles in (clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mixture_ Turning the adjusting needles out (counterclockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a richer fueVair mixture.

IMPORTANT: DAMAGE TO THE NEEDLES AND THE

SEATS IN CARBURETOR MAY RESULT IF SCREW IS

TURNED _NTOO TIGHT_

PRELIMINARY SETTING -

= Be sure you have a clean air filter, and the throttle control cabie is adjusted properly (see above).

o With engine off turn idle fuel adjusting needle in (cfockwise) c[ostng it finger tight and then turn out (counterclockwise) 1-1/4 turns°

Turn main fuel adjusting needle in (clockwise) closing

linger tight and then turn out (counte rclockwise) 1 turn.

FINAL SETTING -

= Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes., Make final adjustments with engine running and shift/motion control lever in neutral (N) position.

= With throttle control lever in fast 0 position, turn main fuel adjusting needle in (clockwise) until engine begins to die then turn out (cotJnterclockwise) until engine runs rough. Turn needle to a point midway between those two positions.

,, !dle speed setting - With throttle control lever in slow 0 position, engine should idle at 1400 RPM If engine

idies too slow or fast, turn idle speed adjusting screw in or out until correct idle is attained o !die fuel needle setting - With throttle contro_ lever in slow () position, turn idle fuel adjusting needle in

(clockwise) unti_ engine begins to die and then turn out

(counterclockwise) until engine runs rough. Turn needle to a point midway between those two positions..

= Recheck idle speed. Readiust if necessary

,, Move throttle control lever from slow 0 to fast 0 position.

If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle mixture screw out (counterclockwise) t/8 turn. Repeattestand continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine accelerates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted, Do not adjust-damage may result.

IMPORTANT; NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE

GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER

ENGINE SPEED_ OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE

THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE

DANGEROUS.

IF YOU THINK THE ENGINE-GOVERNED

HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING,

NEAREST AUTHORIZED

CONTACT

SERVICE

YOUR

CENTER/

DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENTAND

EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY

ADJUSTMENTS.

CASING

CLAMP

THROTTLE

CONTROL

CABLE

STOP

SCREW

STOP SCREW

FIG. 38

FIG. 39

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SPEED CONTROL

LEVER

SPEED

CONTROL

LEVER

IDLE FUEL

ADJUSTING

EEDLE

25 FIG. 40

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STORAGE

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Immediately prepare your tiactor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or lore,

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1..1 = 1.1.1,.

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CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.

Allow the engine to cool

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before storing in any enclosure.

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TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter storage_ When mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thor = oughly, remove alt dirt, grease, leaves, etc.

Store in a clean, dry area.

o Clean entire tractor (See"CLEANfNG" in the Customer

Responsibilities section of this manual).

• Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re- placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual),

= Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual o Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely fastened.

Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage and wear Replace if necessary,.

.

Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

BATTERY o Fully charge the battery for storage°

• After a period of time in storage, battery may require recharging

.

To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during long periods of storage, battery cables should be disconnected and battery cleaned tho roughly (see"TO

CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in the Customer Responsibilities section of this rnanual)o

• After cleaning leave cables disconnected and place cables where they cannot come in contact w th battery terminals.

° Be sure battery drain tube is securely attached.

.

If battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces.

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.

ALSO,

EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED

FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR

METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS

TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING

STORAGE, ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL

SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE [N STORAGE.

* Drain the fuel tank.

o Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty_

.

o Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storager Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container, Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container', Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor.

Do not drain the gas tan k and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oilo (See "ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).

CYLINDERS o Remove spark plug(s),

• Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

Turn ignition keyto"START" position for a few seconds to distribute oil,

° Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

.

Do not store gasoline from one season to another_ o Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.

Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems.

° If possible, stole your tractor indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt.

• Cover' your tractor with a suitable protective covet'that does not retain moisture.

Do not use plastic.

Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and win cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: NEVER COVERTRACTOR WHILE ENGINE

AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.

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SERVICE NOTES

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TROUBLESHOOTING IPOJNT$

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CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM

Wilt not start i iiii ii .....................

Hard to start

1 Out of fuel

2

3

4

Engfne not "CHOKED"

Engine flooded

Bad spark plug

5 Dirty air filter

6.

Didy fuel fitter

7.

Water in fuel.

propedy

8,

9

10

Loose or damaged wiring.

Carburetor out of adjustment.

Engine valves out of adjuslmenL t

2

3

Dirty air filter

Bad sparkptug

Weak or dead battery

4.

Dirty fuel filter

5 Stale or dirty fuet

6.

Loose or damaged wiring

7,.

Carburetor out of adjustment

8 Engine valves out of adjustment

1 Fill fuel tank

2.

See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section

3.

Wait several minutes before attempting to start.

4 Reptace spark plug.

5.

Clean!replace

air fitter

6

7

Replace fuel filter

Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh

8

9 gasoline and replace fuel filter

Check all wiring

Contact an authorized service center/department.

10.

Contact an authorized service center/department.

1

2

Cteardreplace air filter,

Replace spark plug

3 Recharge or replace battery

4_ Replace fuel filter.

5

"it'

Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline

6 Check all wiring

7 Contact an authorized service center/department

8.

Contact an authorized service center/department.

Engine will not turn over 1 Clutch/brake pedat not depressed,

2.

Attachment clutch is engaged,

3.

Weak or dead battery.

4 Blown fuse

5.

Corroded battery terminals

6

7

8

9

Loose or damaged widng

Faulty ignilion switch

Faulty solenoid or starter

Faulty operator presence switch(es)

1

2

Depress clutch!brake

pedal

Disengage attachment clutch

3 Recharge or replace battery

4 Replace fuse

5 Clean battery terminals

6

7

Check eli wiring

Check/replace ignifion switch

8 Check/replace solenoid or slarter.

9.

Conlact an authorized service centeddepartment

1 Recharge or replace battery

2.

Clean battery terminals.

3, Check all wiring

4,, Check/replace solenoid or starter.

Engine clicks but will not start

3

4

1 Weak or dead battery,,

2 Corroded battery terminals

Loose or damaged wiring

Faulty solenoid or starter.

Loss of power

Excessive vibration t

2

3

Cutting too much grass/too fast,

Throttle tn "CHOKE" position.

Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower

4 Dirty air filter,

5 Low oil tevelldJrty oil.

6.

Faulty spark plug

7, Dirty fuel filter,

8.

Stale or dirty fuel,

9.

Water in fuel

10

11

12

13

14

15

Spark plug wireloose

Dirty engine atr sereedlins

Didy/clogged muffler

Loose or damaged wiring

Carburetor out of adjustment

Engine valves out of adjustment

1

2

3

Worn, bent or loose btade

Bent blade mandrel.

Loose/damaged pert(s)

1 Set in "Higher Cut" posttlon/reduce speed.

2 Adjust throttle controi

3_ Clean underside of mower housing.

4_ Clean/replace air filter

5.

Check oil leveVchange oil

6.

Clean and regap or change spark plug

7_ Replace fuel filter

8_ Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline.

9.

Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh

10

11 gasoline and replace fuel filter.

Conhect and ttghlen spark plug wire

Clean engine air screen/fins

12.

Clean/replace muffisL

13 Check all wiring,

14 Contact an authorized service center/department.

15.

Contact an authorized sewlce center/department.

1

2

3

Replace blade Tighten biade bolt.

Replace blade mandrel

Tighten loose part(s) Replace damaged parts,

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PROBLEM

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Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged

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CAUSE

1 Faulty operator-safety presence control system

CORRECTION

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Check wiring, switches and connections tf not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ depadmen!

Poor cutuneven

Mower blades wif! not rotate

1 Worn, bent or loose blade

2 Mower deck not level

3

4

Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower

Bent blade mandrel

5 Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels

1.

Obstruction in clutch mechanism

2 Wornldamaged mower drive belt

3, Frozen idler pulley

4 Frozen blade mandrel,

3

4

5

1 Replace blade Tighten blade bolt

2 Level mower deck

Clean underside of mower housing

Replace blade mandrel

Clean around mandrels to open vent hoies

Poor grass discharge

, 9

10

7

8 t 1

1.

Engine speed too slow

2.

Travel speed too fast

3 Wet grass

4 Mower deck not level

5 Low/uneven tire air pressure

6 Worn, bent or loose blade

Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower

Mower drive belt worn

Blades improperly installed

Improper blades used

Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels

Headlight(s) not worklng

(if so equipped) t,, Switch is "OFF"

4

5

2

3

Bulb(s) burned out

Faulty light switch

Loose or damaged

Blown fuse wiring

3

4

1 Remove obstruction.,

2 Replace mower drive belt

Replace idler pulley

Replace blade mandre{

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2

Place lhrotHe control tn "FAST" position

Sl_ift to siower speed

3, Allow grass to dry before mowing

4 Level mower deck

5 Check tires for proper air pressure,

6 Replace/sharpen blade Tighten blade bolt

7 Clean underside of mower housing

!0

9 tl

8 Replace mower drive belt

Reinstall blades sharp edge down

Replace with blades listed tn this manual

Clean around mandrels to open vent holes

!

Turn switch "ON"

2 Replace bulb(s)

3 Check/replace light switch

4 Check wiring and connections

5 Replace fuse

Battery will not charge

Engine "backfires" when turning engine

"OFF"

3

4

I

2

Bad battery celi(s)

Poor cable connections

Faulty regulator (if so equipped)

Faulty alternator

1 Engine throttle control not set at "SLOW" position for 30 seconds before stopping engine,,

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4

1 Replace battery

2.

Check/clean all connections

Replace regulator

Replace alternator

1 Move throttle controi to "SLOW" position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine

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