Country Clipper 2204MT, 2504MT, 5204M, 6004M zero turn radius mower Owner's manual

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OWNERS MANUAL & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

for

TRACTOR MODELS 2204MT & 2504MT

DECK MODELS 5204M & 6004M

Mid-Mount Zero Turn Radius Mowers

Congratulations for buying a Commercial Clipper product. Your Commercial Clipper Zero Turning

Radius Riding Mower was designed and built to provide long and trouble free service. Keep in mind that it, like any other mechanical device, can be potentially dangerous if used improperly, and hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence, and proper training of personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance, and storage of the equipment. Study this manual and pay special attention to the important Safety Precautions. Following these instructions will help you continue to enjoy the trouble-free performance expected of the Commercial Clipper product.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

I. OWNER INFORMATION

Warranty Information ---------------------------------------------------- II

Specifications ------------------------------------------------------------ III

II. SAFETY

Accident Patterns --------------------------------------------------------- 1

Safety Instructions and Recommendation ------------------------- 1

Safety Interlock Systems ----------------------------------------------- 3

III. START UP AND OPERATION

Checklist Before Operation -------------------------------------------- 3

Control Locations --------------------------------------------------------- 4

Operation ------------------------------------------------------------------- 4

Mowing Recommendations ------------------------------------------- 6

VI. MAINTENANCE

Maintenance Schedule ------------------------------------------------ 6

Maintenance Instructions --------------------------------------------- 7

Leveling the Deck ------------------------------------------------------ 10

Raising and Lowering Deck for Servicing ----------------------- 11

Trouble Shooting Checklist ------------------------------------------ 13

Wiring Schematic ------------------------------------------------------- 15

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WARRANTY INFORMATION

SERIAL NUMBER

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DATE PURCHASED

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Condition of Mower (New or Used)______________________________________________

Hour Meter Reading__________________________________________________________

SERVICE SCHEDULE

Service Performed and Date

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TRACTOR SPECIFICATIONS

w/ 52" DECK w/ 60" DECK

Length

81"

Width

All Models -------------------------------------------------- 81"

Height

All Models ------------------------------------------------ 49" 49"

All Models (To top of seat back)------------------- 43"

Weight

43"

All Models -------------------------------------------------- Approx. 680 lbs.

Fuel Tank

All Models ------------------------------------------------ Approx. 11 gallons

Hydrostats

Engine

------------------------------- 22 hp. , 23 hp. & 25 hp. twin Kohler Command

Engine to Hydrostat belt (Kevlar)

(2) Hydro-Gear

BDU-10L

Tires Front Rear

All Models 13-5.00 x 6- 23-9.50 x 12

DECK SPECIFICATIONS

ITEM 52" 60"

Cutting width 52" 60"

Cutting height --------1-1/2" to 5"--------

Blades (3)-18-3/8" (3)-21" including chute 61-1/2" 69 1/2"

Material thickness 10 GA. 10 GA.

Reinforcement plate 7 GA. 10 GA.

Spindle bearings 25mm 25mm

Weight 235 lbs. 236 lbs.

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I.

II.

ACCIDENT PATTERNS TO AVOID

CONTACT WITH THE ROTATING

BLADE -- This accident usually happens when the operator is clearing the discharge chute of grass, (especially when the grass is wet), or when the operator adjusts the machine without turning it off and waiting for the blades to completely stop.

PROPELLED OBJECTS -- Sticks, rocks, wires, and other objects can be propelled out through the discharge chute or from under the mower housing.

Bystanders are particularly vulnerable.

III.

GRASS CATCHER OR GUARD -- The mower shall not be operated without either the entire grass catcher or guard in place. riding mowers are used on steep slopes, embankments or hills. The operator in these cases can come in contact with the blades or sustain injuries during a fall.

V. MOWER RUNNING OVER THE VICTIM

-- This usually happens when a riding mower is driven in reverse. The accident victims are most often young children whom, unseen by the operator of the mower, were in the area being mowed.

WE SHARE YOUR DESIRE TO PROTECT

YOURSELF, YOUR FAMILY, YOUR FRIENDS

AND YOUR NEIGHBORS FROM ACCIDENTAL

INJURY. OBSERVING AND ENFORCING THE

FOLLOWING GUIDELINES WILL HELP TO

INSURE THE SAFETY OF EVERYONE.

PLEASE BE CAREFUL!

SAFETY

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND

RECOMMENDATIONS

1. PEOPLE WHO OPERATE, SERVICE,

OR ARE OTHERWISE ASSOCIATED

with the Zero Turning Radius Mower should be trained in its proper use and warned of its dangers. Before operating, adjusting, or servicing the

Zero Turning Radius Mower they should read and understand this entire manual and the engine owner’s manual.

2. AVOID CONTACT WITH MOVING

PARTS. Keep hands and feet from under mowing deck and away from blades at all times. Turn engine (motor) off if you must unclog the chute.

3.

AVOID HILLS AND SLOPES. Use extreme caution when mowing up or down slopes. NEVER mow across the face of a slope. If a slope must be ascended, back up the slope; drive forward when descending. Reduce speed and use caution to start, stop and maneuver. To prevent loss of control on a slope avoid sharp turns, sudden changes in direction, and sudden stops and starts.

4. DISENGAGE POWER TO MOWER

BEFORE BACKING UP. Do not mow in reverse unless ABSOLUTELY necessary and then only after turning around and observing the entire area behind the mower. Go slowly. Most

“running over victim” accidents occur in reverse.

5. BEGINNING OPERATORS SHOULD

LEARN HOW TO STEER the Zero

Turning Radius Mower before attempting to mow. Start with slow engine speed and drive without the blades engaged in an open area until comfortable with the machine.

6.

KNOW HOW TO STOP QUICKLY.

Know the location and operation of every control, especially how to brake and how to disengage the mower blades.

7. DO NOT MOVE STEERING CONTROL

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reverse position rapidly. The speed and/or direction of travel is affected instantly by movement of the Steering

Control Levers.

8. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO

OPERATE MOWER. Do not allow others who have not had instruction to operate mower.

9. ALWAYS TURN ENGINE OFF AND

REMOVE KEY before leaving the mower to prevent children and inexperienced operators from starting the engine. Never leave the mower unattended with engine running. Always wait for all moving parts and all sounds to stop before leaving operator’s seat.

10. WEAR STURDY, ROUGH-SOLED

WORK SHOES AND CLOSE-FITTING

SLACKS AND SHIRTS. Never operate mower in bare feet, sandals or sneakers.

11.

NEVER CARRY PASSENGERS.

12. KNOW THE AREA YOU ARE TO

MOW. Watch for hidden danger such as rocks, roots, sticks, holes, bumps, and drop-offs, etc. Before mowing, pick up all debris in area to be mowed.

Sharp and hard objects can be propelled at a high speed and can act like shrapnel. Walk through tall grass

BEFORE MOWING to make sure there are no hidden dangers. Mow higher than desired in tall grass to expose any hidden objects and/or obstacles, clean the area, and then mow to the desired height.

13. NEVER REFUEL A MOWER

INDOORS. Allow the engine time to cool before refueling. Unseen vapors may be ignited by a spark. Always clean up spilled gasoline. Never run the engine indoors in a garage or any other closed building. Allow engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. The engine exhaust and gasoline fumes are dangerous.

14.

NEVER REMOVE THE FUEL CAP or add gasoline to a running or hot engine that has not been allowed to cool for several minutes after running. Always make sure the gas cap is in place.

15. DO NOT SMOKE AROUND THE

MOWER or the gasoline storage container. Gasoline fumes can easily ignite.

16. KEEP GASOLINE IN A WELL-

VENTILATED AREA away from your living quarters and in tightly-capped safety cans. Never store mower with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach open flame or spark.

17. DISENGAGE BLADES, STOP ENGINE

AND REMOVE IGNITION KEY before any servicing. Be sure all moving parts and all sounds have stopped. Let engine cool and disconnect the spark plugs so the engine cannot start by accident. A SLIGHT ROTATION OF

THE BLADES COULD START THE

ENGINE.

18. KEEP ALL NUTS, BOLTS, AND

SCREWS TIGHT to be sure equipment is in safe working condition, especially blade mounting bolts.

19. VEHICLE SHOULD BE STOPPED

AND INSPECTED FOR DAMAGE after striking a foreign object and the damage should be repaired before restarting and operating the equipment. Stop immediately and check for damage or loose parts if mower should start vibrating.

20. DISENGAGE BLADES BEFORE

DRIVING ACROSS WALKS or projecting objects.

21 KEEP SAFETY DEVICES AND

GUARDS IN PLACE. If any of the safety switches become inoperable, have them repaired immediately.

22. DO NOT STEP OR STAND ON THE

MOWER HOUSING. Step or stand only on the foot deck.

23.

WATCH OUT FOR TRAFFIC near roadways and when crossing roads.

24. DO NOT USE MOWER WHEN GRASS

IS WET OR SLIPPERY.

25.

MOW ONLY DURING DAYLIGHT.

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26. THIS MACHINE IS NOT MEANT FOR

HIGHWAY OR STREET USE. It is not a recreational vehicle and it should not be operated as such.

27. ALWAYS DISENGAGE THE MOWER

BLADE CLUTCH when transporting.

SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM

Your Zero Turning Radius Mower is equipped with switches interlocked for your safety.

1. The mower blades must be disengaged before engine will start.

2. The Steering Control Levers must be in the neutral “OUT” position before the engine will start.

3. The engine will stop if the mower blade clutch is engaged when the operator leaves the driver’s seat.

4. The engine will stop if the Steering

Control Levers are not in the neutral

“OUT” position when the operator leaves the driver’s seat.

5. The engine will stop if the brake is

“SET” and the Steering Control Levers are moved to the “IN” position.

6. The engine will stop if the brake is

“SET” and the mower blade clutch is engaged.

DO NOT OPERATE MOWER IF SAFETY

SWITCHES ARE NOT OPERATING

PROPERLY

START UP AND OPERATION

CHECKLIST BEFORE OPERATION

1. Make sure fuel tank is full. Use regular unleaded gasoline (see engine owner’s manual for more details).

3.

4.

WARNING

HANDLE GASOLINE WITH CARE -- IT IS

HIGHLY FLAMMABLE. DO NOT SMOKE.

ENGINE SHOULD BE OFF AND COOL. USE

APPROVED GAS CONTAINER. NEVER FILL

TANK INDOORS. WIPE UP ANY SPILLS.

REPLACE CAP TIGHTLY.

2. Make sure dirt and foreign matter is kept out of gas tank. Use a clean funnel and gas can.

Do not mix oil with gasoline.

Do not use white, high test or premium gasoline. Do not use de-icers, carburetor cleaners, or other such additives.

5. Check the crankcase oil level. Make sure the engine is off. The mower should be parked on a level area. Do not overfill. (See your engine manual for more detailed instruction.)

6.

7.

Check the hydrostatic transmission oil level. (See “Maintenance” section of this manual.)

Check battery fluid level.

9.

All

Check tire pressure:

Model Front tires

12 psi

Rear tires

12 psi

Models

10. Make sure underside of mower deck is free of grass.

11. Make sure mower blades are sharp and secured tightly.

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12. Clean the air intake screen on the engine if necessary.

13. Perform any other maintenance as it becomes necessary. (See the

“Maintenance” section of this manual.)

IMPORTANT: Before cutting grass, clutch must be broken-in as follows: With engine at full RPM engage deck until blades come to full speed and then disengage until blades come to a complete stop.

Repeat 10 times to seat clutch properly.

CONTROL LOCATIONS

Steering Control Levers

Choke

Blade Clutch

Switch

Ignition

Key

Throttle

Parking Brake

Lever

WARNING

Cut Height

Adjustment

Lever

Cut Height

Stop pin

AVOID INHALING EXHAUST FUMES --

CARBON MONOXIDE GAS IS COLORLESS

AND ODORLESS, AND CAN CAUSE

UNCONSCIOUSNESS, AND IS POTENTIALLY

LETHAL. DO NOT RUN LAWN MOWER IN

GARAGE OR OTHER CONFINED AREA.

OPERATION

1. MOVE STEERING CONTROL LEVERS TO

neutral “OUT” position.

2. SET PARKING BRAKE. Pull up to set.

3. DISENGAGE MOWER BLADE CLUTCH by moving clutch switch to “OFF” position.

4. PULL ENGINE CHOKE CONTROL to full position for cold starts.

5. SET ENGINE THROTTLE TO 1/2

THROTTLE.

6. TURN IGNITION KEY to “START” position and release to “RUN” as soon as engine starts. NOTE: Prolonged cranking will damage starter motor and shorten the battery life.

7. ADJUST ENGINE THROTTLE AND

CHOKE for desired engine smoothness and speed.

NOTE: When mowing, always run engine at full throttle.

8. RELEASE PARKING BRAKE. Push brake lever down to release.

IMPORTANT: Until the operator is familiar with the Zero Turning Radius Mower, he/she should follow these recommendations:

Disengage the mower blades. Go very slowly until thoroughly familiar with the machine. Keep away from fences, buildings, and other obstructions. Move the Steering Control Levers smoothly and slowly. Practice until operation is smooth and efficient.

10. TO DRIVE: Move the Steering Control

Levers to the “IN” position. Move the

Steering Control Levers forward to move forward. Increasing forward movement of the Steering Control Levers will increase the speed of travel. To reverse the direction, pull the Steering Control

Levers slightly back. To turn, move one

Steering Control Lever slightly ahead of the other. To turn on a zero radius axis, go slowly and move one Steering

Control Lever forward and one Steering

Control lever rearward. (For a right hand turn the left hand Steering Control lever will be ahead of the right hand

Steering Control. For a left hand turn the right hand Steering control will be ahead of the left hand Steering Control.)

CAUTION

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FOR SMOOTH, SAFE OPERATION, MOVE

THE STEERING CONTROL LEVERS IN A

GENTLE, SLOW MOTION. NEVER PULL OR

PUSH THE STEERING CONTROL LEVERS

RAPIDLY, ESPECIALLY ON GRADES.

11. BRAKING: To brake mower, gently move the Steering Control Levers in the direction opposite to travel. If the parking brake is engaged with the

Steering Control Levers in the “IN” position the engine will stop.

12. CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT:

With the Cut Height Adjustment Lever latched into the top cut height latch.

Insert Cut Height Stop Pin to desired cutting height. Pull Cut Height

Adjustment Lever rearward and then to the right to clear top cut height latch.

Lower Cut Height Adjustment Lever until it rests on Cut Height Stop Pin.

13. ENGAGE MOWER BLADE CLUTCH:

Set the Blade Clutch Switch to the “ON” position. The engine will not start if the blade clutch is engaged. If the operator is not in the seat, the engine will stop if the clutch is engaged.

CAUTION

AVOID HILL AND SLOPES. USE EXTREME

CAUTION WHEN MOWING UP OR DOWN

SLOPES. NEVER MOW ACROSS THE FACE

OF A SLOPE. IF A SLOPE MUST BE

ASCENDED, BACK UP THE SLOPE; DRIVE

FORWARD WHEN DESCENDING.

A. Move Steering Control Levers to neutral position and then to the “OUT” position.

B. Disengage the mower blade clutch by moving the clutch to the “OFF” position.

C. Set the parking brake.

D. Slow engine speed with throttle to slowest position.

E. Turn ignition key to “OFF” (left) position.

Transmission

Release Valve

Free Wheel

Lever

F. Remove the key and wait for all movement and all sound to cease before dismounting.

CAUTION

WHEN LEAVING THE MOWER

UNATTENDED, ALWAYS REMOVE THE KEY

AND SET THE PARKING BRAKE, EVEN IF

JUST FOR A FEW MOMENTS. HELP

PROTECT CHILDREN AND OTHER

UNAUTHORIZED PERSONS FROM

ACCIDENTS.

15. TO FREE WHEEL MACHINE: UNLOCK

TRANSMISSION: The transmission release levers are located on each side of the mower behind the rear drive axles and below the engine mounting plate. Lift the levers slightly, push them forward and then down to release the transmissions for free wheeling. To engage the transmissions lift the levers slightly, pull them to the rear and then down. NOTE: The tractor should never be pulled at more than 2 miles per hour or for any appreciable distance.

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MOWING RECOMMENDATIONS

Keep mower blades sharp. 1.

2. Make sure deck and discharge are clean.

3. When mowing tall grass, make two passes, mowing off 1/2 of the desired cut on the first pass, and then the desired height the second pass. Check for hidden dangers first.

CAUTION

POWER MUST BE OFF TO CLEAN

DISCHARGE CHUTE. TURN ENGINE OFF

AND WAIT FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO

STOP.

4.

5.

6.

Go slowly for trimming.

Always cut grass with the engine at full throttle speed. This “ENGINE” speed allows the cutting blades to operate at optimum cutting speed. Control

“GROUND” speed with the Steering

Control Levers.

Vary ground speed to suit conditions

(i.e. go slower in tall thick grass, on hills, wet conditions, etc.).

MAINTENANCE

Replace decals when illegible. Write factory for free replacement.

CAUTION

BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE, TURN OFF ENGINE

REMOVE KEY AND DISCONNECT SPARK PLUGS. USE EXTREME CARE WHEN WORKING ON

MACHINERY. DO NOT WEAR WATCHES OR JEWELRY. DO NOT WEAR LOOSE FITTING

CLOTHES, AND OBSERVE ALL COMMON SAFETY PRACTICES WITH TOOLS.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

SERVICE

WHEN

Check crankcase oil level --------------------------------------------------------------------- before each use

Clean grass from Hydrostat fans and cooling fans -------------------------------------- before each use

Check air intake screen --------------------------------------------------------------------------- after each use

Clean grass under deck -------------------------------------------------------------------------- after each use

Check tire pressure ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- every 10 hours

Check battery fluid -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- every 10 hours

Sharpen mower blades -------------------------------------------------------------------------- every 10 hours

Clean air filter pre-cleaner element ----------------------------------------------------------- every 25 hours

Check Hydrostatic transmission fluid --------------------------------------------------------- every 25 hours

Check drive belts ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- every 50 hours

(20 hours break-in)

Service Air Cleaner Filter Element ---------------------------------------------------------- every 100 hours

Change engine crankcase oil ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 100 hours

oil filter -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 200 hours

Change Hydrostat oil and oil filter ----------------------------------------------------------- every 500 hours break-in)

Replace air filter element --------------------------------------------------------------- annually or 500 hours

Check spark plugs ------------------------------------------------------------------------ annually or 500 hours

Service battery ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- annually or 500 hours

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

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1. ENGINE:

For complete maintenance and operating information for your engine, please refer to your engine operating and maintenance instructions furnished by the engine manufacturer and included in your Country Clipper

Mower information packet.

NOTE: Air intake screen must be kept clean. If plugged, engine may be seriously damaged by over heating.

2. BATTERY:

CAUTION

BATTERY ELECTROLYTE IS A POISONOUS

AND CORROSIVE SULFURIC ACID

SOLUTION. AVOID SPILLING ON SKIN,

EYES, AND CLOTHING.

Keep the electrolyte level above the plates in each cell by adding distilled water as it becomes necessary. Add water just before operating the mower to mix the water with the solution. Be careful not to overfill the battery -- the electrolyte solution is corrosive and can cause damage to surrounding metal parts if it should spill. When taking the battery out of the mower for servicing, make sure to connect the cables to the battery exactly as they were prior to removal. Always disconnect the ground

( - ) wire first and always reconnect the ground ( - ) wire last.

Keep the battery clean. Remove the corrosion around the battery terminals by applying a solution of one part baking soda to four parts water. Coat all exposed terminal surfaces with a light layer of grease or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion.

NOTE: At temperatures below 32 degrees F (0 degrees C) the full charge state must be maintained to prevent cell electrolyte from freezing and causing permanent battery damage.

3. TIRES:

Model

All

Models

CAUTION

STOP ENGINE, REMOVE IGNITION KEY AND

SPARK PLUGS FOR SAFETY.

A. Remove bolt, lockwasher, and cup washer mounting blade on shaft.

Remove blade.

B. Blades should be discarded when worn excessively.

DANGEROUS!

DO NOT USE

BLADE IN THIS

CONDITION

New Blade

Correct tire pressure is essential for efficient operation of the mower. Check tire pressure as requested in the maintenance schedule. Inflate tires to the pressures listed below:

Front tires

12 psi

Rear tires

12 psi

Lug nuts should be checked regularly for tightness.

Check sharpness of mower blades after every 10 hours of operation. To sharpen blades proceed as follows:

25 degrees

When notch starts, discard blade

C. Sharpen blades with a hand file, electric grinder or blade sharpener.

Wear gloves and eye protection when sharpening. Grind blade at original 25 degree bevel.

D. Check balance of blade by positioning the blade on a nail or blade balance pedestal. Grind the blade on the end that is heavier until both sides balance.

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E. Install blade, cup washer, lockwasher, and bolt. Make sure to tighten bolt to 60 ft.lbs.

5. V-BELTS:

There are 3 V-belts on your Country

Clipper Mower . They should be checked every 50 hours. Replace any belts found to be in poor condition. All belts are equipped with spring loaded belt tighteners and do not require tightening adjustments.

6. LUBRICATION:

A. Engine: Follow engine manufacturer’s recommendation.

B. Deck Spindles: Lubricate with 3

“shots” only, every 100 hours.

C. Hydrostatic Transmission & Filter:

Follow instructions listed below.

DIRT OR WATER IN OIL CAN RUIN

THE HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSIONS

Oil Reservoir Cap

Dipstick

Fuel Cap dipstick. The proper oil level should register between the marked hole on the dipstick and the end of the dipstick.

Replenish as needed with 20W-50

Motor Oil. DO NOT OVER FILL. When checking the oil level, be very careful to keep the reservoir clean

Change the oil in the reservoir and hydrostatic transmission filter after the first 100 hours of use, then every 500 hours after that. Remove the filter and be sure all oil has drained from the reservoir. Replace with new filter (P/N

7252) and 20W-50 Motor Oil.

.010 between Bake Disk

and Brake Puck

Castle Nut

Brake Linkage

Spring

Stop

Hydrostat Transmission

Oil Filter (located

UNDERNEATH of Engine

Mounting Plate) and puck. The gap should not be so tight that the feeler gauge cannot be reinserted after removal. Back the castle nut to the closest pin hole and reinsert the cotter pin.

7. PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT:

A. With the brake handle in the

“RELEASE” position and the actuating lever against the stop, remove the cotter pin from the castle nut. Insert a 0.010 feeler gauge between the brake disc and the brake puck. Tighten the castle nut with the feeler gauge inserted until the gauge fits snugly between the disc

Actuating

Lever

Check the oil level in hydrostatic transmission oil reservoir after every 25 hours of usage. Clean the oil reservoir cap and the area around it prior to removal. Check the oil level on the

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8. STEERING CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS

A. To Adjust Neutral:

a. Remove the fender skirts from each side of the machine.

b. Block up the unit so that the Drive

Wheels are off the ground.

c. Start the engine and run at a fast idle with the Steering control levers in the

“out” position.

d. Loosen the locknuts tightened against the rod end ball joints in the Upper

Linkage Assembly. (Note: One of these is a left hand nut and will have to be turned backwards.)

e. Adjust the Neutral Position by turning the rod in the upper linkage until the wheel stops turning.

f. Retighten the nuts on the Upper

Linkage Assembly and check to see that the drive wheel is still not turning.

g. Repeat steps 1-6 for the other side.

h. Shut off engine before removing the blocks.

B. To Adjust “IN” Position of the Steering

Controls:

a. Remove the 2 Front Bolts,

Lockwashers, and Washers which hold the Fender Cap.

b. Pull the boot from the hole in the fender cap, exposing the cast iron lever.

c. Using a 5/32” Allen Wrench, turn the setscrew to adjust the stop.

d. Replace the Boot into the hole in the

Fender Cap.

c. Replace the 2 Front Bolts,

Lockwashers, and Washers.

C. To Align Handles:

Sit on the seat and push the control levers full forward and full backward. If the ends do not match the handles maybe adjusted as follows:

a. Locate Setscrew stops in the Steering

Control Lever Base which stop the lever in each direction. (Note: The one at the rear is the stop for FWD and the one in the front is the stop for REV.)

b. Adjust setscrew stops so that handles line-up together when shifted full forward and full reverse.

D. Adjusting for Straight Forward

Tracking:

In a large open area, actuate the control handles into the full forward position. If the mower veers in either direction Left for Right some adjustment is necessary.

a. If the mower veers to the right, then the right hydrostat needs to be sped up.

If the mower veers to the left, then the left hydrostat need to be sped up.

b. Stop the machine and shut off the engine.

c. Slightly loosen the bolt at the lower end of the upper linkage assembly on the side that is slower. Using a 1/8” allen wrench turn the setscrew 1/4 turn in. It may take several test drives to get the mower to track straight forward.

d. Once the tracking is to the operators liking, completely tighten the bolt on the control linkage assembly that was loosened earlier.

e. Recheck to make sure neutral adjust has not been effected, see procedure A.

STEERING CONTROL

LEVER

ACCESS HOLE

FORWARD STOP

SETSCREW.

ROD END

BALL JOINT

LH LOCKNUT

TURN THIS ROD TO

ADJUST NEUTRAL

UPPER LINKAGE

ASSEMBLY

RH LOCKNUT

INWARD

STOP

SETSCREW.

REVERSE

STOP

SETSCREW.

SETSCREW USED TO

ADJUST FORWARD

TRACKING

LOOSEN BOLT ON

LINKAGE

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Before each use, check to be sure that the cooling fins of the hydrostatic transmissions are clean. Excessive accumulation of oil, dirt, or trash may cause the transmissions to overheat.

NEVER WASH ACROSS TOP OF

RESERVOIR with water or steam. Fill reservoir as required per the maintenance schedule listed in this book.

10. HYDROSTAT DRIVE BELT

REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE:

(The hydrostatic drive is equipped with an automatic, anti-backlash belt takeup)

A. Remove the 3/8” bolt lockwasher, heavy washer, and spring, from the rear of the assembly.

B. Squeeze the clamp latch to release the clamp, allowing the idler arm/pulley to swing forward towards the front of the mower. Remove old belt if required.

Replace with new belt.

C. With the belt in place on all pullies reinsert the spring, heavy washer, lockwasher, and 3/8” bolt.

Tighten 3/8” bolt fully.

Hydrostat

Drive Pulley

Hydrostat drive belt

Motor Pulley

11. LEVELING THE DECK:

A. Set the tire pressure on all four tires

B. Move the tractor to a hard, level surface (i.e. Concrete or blacktop).

Place a 2 x 4 board under all four corners of the deck shell, just inside of the anti-scalping wheels. Lower the deck down onto the boards.

The deck must rest on the boards,

NOT the anti-scalping wheels. .

Adjust the deck hangers longer or shorter until the deck “just” comes off of the boards. Remove the boards and verify that the deck is hanging on all four deck hangers, re-adjust if necessary. Lock the jam nuts on the deck hangers. (NOTE: the two rear deck hangers will be easier to adjust if the fender skirts are removed).

Rear Deck

Hanger, one each side

Idler Pulley

Front Deck

Hanger, One each side

3/8” Pin and

Rue-Ring

Clamp Latch

2 x 4 board, One each corner, just inside of antiscalping wheel

Clamp Tube

Clamp

Spring

3/8” bolt, lockwasher, &

Heavy washer

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PROCEDURE FOR RAISING AND

LOWERING THE DECK FOR

SERVICING

12. RAISING THE DECK:

A. Remove cut height adjustment pin and completely lower the cut height adjustment lever. Re-insert the cut height adjustment pin into the 3-1/2” cut height position (this will lock the cut height adjustment lever into the lowest position).

B. Flip up the foot deck to allow access to the engine to deck drive belt. Roll the engine to deck drive belt off the center spindle. Hook the engine to deck drive belt onto the bolt protruding out of the top of the foot deck support angle.

C. Lift the rear corner of the deck and disconnect the rear deck mounting latch. Repeat for the other side.

D. Position the front caster wheels so they are away from the deck (such as the tractor would be traveling in reverse).

E. Attach a hoist to the deck lift bolt. Lift the nose of the deck until the deck is standing vertical and the deck latch engages.

Cut Height Adjustment

Lever

Locking Pin

IMPORTANT NOTE: MAKE SURE

THAT THE DECK IS LIFTED FAR

ENOUGH FOR THE DECK LATCH TO

FULLY ENGAGE THE LOCKING PIN

(located on the left side of the deck mounting suspension). This will prevent the deck from falling down when servicing the underside of the mower deck.

13. LOWERING THE DECK:

A. While lifting the nose of the deck disengage the deck latch from the locking pin. Push the bottom of the deck towards the rear of the tractor while holding the deck latch so that it clears the locking pin. Lower the deck until it rest on the ground.

B. Lift the rear corner of the deck and reconnect the rear deck mounting latch.

Repeat for the other side.

C. Roll the engine to deck drive belt back onto the center spindle. Insure that the engine to deck drive belt is installed onto all of the pulleys and idlers in the drive train.

D. Lower the foot deck down into the operation position.

Cut Height Adjustment

Pin

MOWER SHOWN IN OPERATION

POSITION.

Deck Latch

Foot Deck

Center Deck Spindle

Deck Lift

Bolt

Front Caster

Wheels positioned

out of the way.

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Rear Deck Mounting

Latch

Rear Corner

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Engine to Deck Drive Belt

hooked to bolt.

Hoist

Deck Latch in locked position.

MOWER SHOWN IN SERVICING

Foot Deck in up position

POSITION.

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TROUBLE SHOOTING CHECK LIST

1. ENGINE WON’T TURN OVER:

Mower ------------------------------------------------- disengage blades

Drive not in neutral ---- move Steering Control Levers to neutral “OUT” position

Ignition ------------------------------------------------------------------ consult dealer

2. ENGINE WILL TURN OVER BUT WON’T START:

clean or replace fuel filters

Over or under choked --------------------------------------------------------- adjust choke

Spark plug not firing ------------------------------------------------------ check spark plug

condition and reset gap*

Ignition ------------------------------------------------------------------ consult dealer

3. HARD TO START ENGINE:

Fuel line clogged ----------------------------------- clean fuel line and check fuel filter

Spark plug wire loose or grounded ---------------------------- check spark plug wires

Spark plug(s) faulty or improperly gapped -------------------------- check spark plug

4.

Dirty or maladjusted carburetor ------------------------------------- readjust carburetor*

consult dealer for carburetor service

ENGINE STARTS BUT CUTS OUT:

Water in gasoline ---------------- drain old gasoline and replace with new gasoline bowl line

Vent in fuel cap plugged --------------------------------------------------------- check vent

Engine dies when Steering Control Levers are moved “IN” ---- parking brake set

Low oil level --------------------------------------------------------------- check and add oil

Ignition ------------------------------------------------------------- consult dealer fuel octane too low ------------------------------------------------- drain and replace with gasoline

Over heated engine ---------------------------------- shut off engine and allow to cool

* See engine manual for engine adjustments.

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6. ENGINE SOMETIMES SKIPS AT HIGHER SPEEDS:

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8.

Bouncing off seat safety switch -------------------------- slow down on rough terrain

ENGINE OVER HEATED:

Air intake screen or fins clogged ------------------------ clean intake screen and fins

Fuel mixture too lean ------------------------------------------------- readjust carburetor*

Oil level too low or too high ------------------------------------------------ adjust oil level

Running engine too slow ------------------------------------------------ run engine faster

(NOTE: Always mow at full throttle setting.)

ENGINE IDLES POORLY:

Improper spark plug gap ---------------------------------------- check and re-gap plug*

10. ENGINE RUNS BUT MOWER WON’T MOVE FORWARD:

Drive belt broken or slipping ------------------------------------------- replace drive belt

Shift linkage cable disconnected ----------------------------------------------- reconnect

Transmission locks in free wheel position --------- put in lock position (see pg. 5)

Gear disconnected --------------------- consult dealer

11. MOWER LOSES POWER OR TRANSMISSIONS OVER HEATS:

Hydrostat transmission oil too low or too high ---------------------------------- add oil

Transmission blowing oil out cap ------------------------------------ overfilled or water contaminated

12. ENGINE STALLS WHEN BLADES ARE ENGAGED:

Operator not on seat -------------------------------------------------------------- sit on seat

Bad blade spindle bearing -------------------------------------------------- consult dealer

Deck drive belt not properly routed ------------------------------------------------ reroute

Blades blocked by foreign material ----------------------------------- clean under deck

* See engine manual for engine adjustments.

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WIRING SCHEMATIC:

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START SWITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT “MAKE

OFF G+M

ON B+L

START B+L+S

Black wires = Ground

Red wires = Power

Blue wires = Kill Circuit

Yellow wires = Start Circuit

Green wires = Signal Circuit

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