I.GENERAL OPERATION

???Reed, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starling.

???Only at_ow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine.

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

???Be surethe areais clear of other peopte before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

???Never carry passengers.

???Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before _{nd while backing.

???Be aware of the mower discharge 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 oniy in daylight or good artificial light.

???Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol 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.

II.SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to toss-of-control and

tipover accidents, which can result in severe injury or death.

All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow iL

DO:

???Mow up and down stepes, not across.

. Remove obstacles such as recks, tree limbs, etc

???Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Taft grass can hide obstacles..

???Use slow speed Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope

???Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability..

???Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments These can change the stability of the machine,

???Keep oil movement on the slopes slow and gradual 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.

IlL CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children wili remain where you last saw them??

oKeep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adulL

???Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area.

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

???Never carry chiidren They may fall off and be seriously 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. SERVICE

oUse 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.

oNever tamper with safety devices., Check their proper operation regularly.

Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debfls build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

eStop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running

Grass catchercomponents 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, when nec- essary??

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

o Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required.

portant safety precautions. It means CAUTIONI!!Lookfor this BECOMEALERTt!!symboltopoint outYOURim-

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

DO NOT:

???Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible,

???Do not mow near drop.errs, ditches, or embankments The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a clilf 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.

Hu r.,..m

CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plu g

spark plug in order to prevent accidental wire and ptace wire where it cannot contact starting when setting up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs,

A WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product con- tains cl_emicals known to the State of Califor-

nia to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tractor.. It has been designed, engineered and manufac- tured 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/Departmento We have competent, well-

trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will

enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES"??

MODEL

NUMBER 917,259530

SERIAL

NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND

ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT.

YOUSHOULDRECORDBOTHSERIALNUMBERAND

DATE OFPURCHASEAND KEEPtN A SAFE PLACE

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE..

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this prod- uct Contact your nearest Sears store for details_

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

=Read and observe the safety rules.

???FoIIow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tractor..

???FoIIow the instructions under"Customer Responsibili- ties" and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual..

WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-cov- ered 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 rand& A spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center/ Department (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).r

iNDEX

AERATOR promotes deep root growth for a healthy lawn. Ta- pered 2 5qnch steel spikes mounted on 10-inch 'diameter discs

puncture holes in soil at close intervals to let moisture soak in Steel weight tray for increased penetration.

BAGGER lets you coIlect grass clippings and leaves for a healthier, neater looking lawn. Two Permanex containers hold 30-ga]ton plastic bags.

BUMPER protects front end of tractor from damage.

CARTS make hauling easy. Variety of sizes available, plus accessories such as side panel kits, tool caddy, cart cover, protective mat and dolly.

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

EASY OIL DRAIN VALVE makes oil changes easier, faster. FRONT NOSE ROLLER canters in front of mower deck to reduce chances of "scalping" on uneven terraln.

GAN G HITCH lets you tow 2 or 3 pull*behind attachments at once, such as sweepers, dethatchers, aerators (not for use with roiEers, carts or other heavy attachments)

GAUGE WHEELS on both sides of the mower deck reduce

chances of"sca]ping" on uneven terraln For mower decks not so equipped..

MULCH RAKE!DETHATOHER loosens soil and flips thatch and matted leaves to lawn surface for easy pickup. Twenty spring tine teeth Useful to prepare bare areas tor seeding. Available for front or rear mounting. HIGH PERFORMANCE REEL-ACTION SPRING TINE DETHATCHER covers 36qnch wide path and tosses thatch into large hopper Mounts behind tractor.

MULCHING CLOSE-OUT PLATE KIT, once installed, lets you mulch, discharge or bag clippings (bagger optional) without

changing blades. For models not equipped as 3-in-1 Convertible mowers. See "MOWER" in the Repair Parts section of this manual.

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

ROLLER for smoother lawn surface. 36-inch wide, 18-inch dIameterwater-tightdrumholdsupto3901bs, efweight Rounded

edges prevent harm to tuff.. Adjustable scraper automatically cleans drum

SNOW BLADE forsnow removal only. 14-inch high, 48-inch wide bladeclears42-inchpathwhenangledleftorright, Raises, lowers with side lever Adjustable skids; replaceable, reversible scraper bar. (Use with tire chains and wheel weights and/or rear drawbar weight.)

SNOWTHROWER has 40-inch swath. Drum-type auger handles powdery and wet/heavy snow Mounts easily with simple pin arrangemenL Discharge chute adjusts from tractor seat. 6qnch diameter spout discharges snow 10 to 50 feet. Lift controlled at tractor seat. (Use with chains and wheel weights and/or rear drawbar weight.)

SPRAYERS use 12-volt DC electric motor thai connects to the tractor battery or other 12-volt source Includes booms for automatic spraying and hand held wand for spot spraying. Wand has adjustable spray pattern. For app y ng herb cides, insecti- cides, fungicides and liquid fertilizers..

SPREADER/SEEDERS make seeding, fertilizing, and weed kill- ing easy. Broadcast spreaders are also useful for granular de- icers and sand

SWEEPERS let you collect grass clippings and leaves

TILLER has 5 hp engine and 36-inch swath to prepare seed beds, cultivate 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 Simply hook up to the tractor drawbar and go! Optional accessories convert unit for dethatchlng, aerating, hilling without tools

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

TRACTOR CAB has heavy duty vinyl fabric over tubular steel frame, ABS plastic top; clear plastic windshield offers 360 degree visibility Hinged melaI doors wilh catch. Keeps operator warm and dry Remove vinyl sides and windshields for use as sun protector in summer. Optional accessories include: tinted/ tempered solid safety glass windshield with hand operated wiper; 12-volt amber caution light for mounting on cab top

VACS for powerful co!lection of heavy grass clippings and leaves. Optional wand attachment to pick up debris in hard-to-reach places VAC/CHIPPER includes a chipper-shredder.

WEIGHT BRACKET for drawbar for snow removal applications Uses (1) 55 Ib weight

WHEEL WEIGHTS for rear wheels provide needed traction for snow removal or dozing heavy materials.

Large

Flat Washer

(1) Lock

washer 3/8

(1) Locknut

5/t6-18

(1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4

m= 11,

(1)Shoulder

___ Bolt 5/16q8

"3

liiil!l!t. liIJ

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

(2) Hex Nuts 1/4-20

9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge

(2)Washers

(2)Lock Washers 1/4

Video

Cassette

Steering Wheel

Adapter

Steering

Wheel

Insert

(2) Latch Hook

Assemblys

Slope Sheet

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT

???Stide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft. Align mounting holes in extension and lower shafts and install 5/16 hex bolt and Iocknut?? Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT: TIGHTEN BOLT AND NUT SECURELY TO 18-22 FT LBS TORQUE??

???Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure,

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

??Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward,,

Slide steering wheel adapter onto steering shaft exten- sion,

oPosition steering wheel and sleeve assembly so cross bars are horizontal (left to right) and slide onto adapter.

DAssemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten securely.

Snap steering wheel insed 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 TRACTOR tS TO ROLL OFF SKID.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and function of controls)

. Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position

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

-Place freewheel control in freewheeling position to disengage transmission (See "TO TRANSPORT" in

FIG. 1

???Roll tractor backwards off skid,

???Remove banding holding discharge guard up against tractor

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CONNECT BATTERY (See Figs. 2 and 3)

CAUTION: Do not short battery termi-

move metal bracelets, wristwatch _ nalsbands,. Beforerings, etcconnecting.battery, re-

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

???Remove cardboard packing from seat pan and lift seat pan to raised position,

,,Open battery box door,

,' Remove terminal protective caps and discard,

???tf this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 ampso

oFirst connect RED battery cable to positive (+) terminal with hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex nut as shown, Tighten securely_

??Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) termi- nal with remaining hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex nut Tighten securely.

??? Close battery box door.

Open battery box door for:

??Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard- ware)

,,Inspection for corrosion,

-Testing battery

???Jumping (if required)??

???Periodic charging.

DISCARD TERMINAL

PROTECTIVE CAPS

LY

=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 bolt securely.

SEAT

SEAT PAN

SHOULDER

BOLT _ _

LARGEFLAT WASHER

ADJUSTMENT

LOCK

WASHER

BOLT

"LOCK WASHER

FIG. 2

SEAT

PAN

BOX DOOR

FIG. 3

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 4)

Adjust seat before fightenfflg adjustment bolt

???Remove cardboard packing on seat pan.

Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder boil

???Assemble adjustment bolt, tock washer and flat washer loosely. Do not tighten.

*Tighten shoulder bolt securely,

???Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat.

FIG. 4

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance.

???Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" or] page 3 of this manual,

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leveled, See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this manual

CHECK FOR PROPER POSrf'lON OF ALL

BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed correctly,

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how 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

ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER

DECK (See Fig. 5)

Assemble gauge wheels with tractor on a fiat level surface,

??Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO AD- JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this manual),

oWith mower in desired height of cut position, gauge wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the

ground_ lnstatl gauge wheel in appropriate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer and 3/8-16 locknut and tighten secureiy_

-Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in same adjustment hole.

GAUGE WHEEL

MOUNTING

BRACKET

3_-16

LOCKNUT

3/8"WASHER

GAUGE WHEEL

FIG. 5

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(See Figs. 6 & 7)

oInstall two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown..

NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting weld nut from the top with hook pointing down.

o Tighten hardware securely.

o Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position_

??Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into place, as shown..

??? Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck??

??Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck..

CAUTION: Do not remove discharge guard from mower. Raise and hold

guard when attaching muleher plate and allow it to rest on plate while in operation.

1,,,1,1 = 1,

WELD NUT FROM THE TOP HOOK POINTS DOWN

LOCK

WELD WASHER

NUT.

X_SCREW

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory,

DEFLECTOR

SHIELD

LATCH

HOOKS

FIG. 7

7CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW

TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE

THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SA TISFAC TION FROM

THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

,/ All assembly instructions have been completed..

,t" No remaining loose parts in carton.

,/ Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

??" Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely??

,/ Al! tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the factory).

,/ Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/ front-to-rear for best cutting results.. (Tires must be properly inflated for leveling)

??" 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.

??Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is in drive position.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PA Y

EXTRA A TTENTION TO THE FOLL OWING IMPORTANT

LATCH

WASHER

HOOK

WELD

LOCK NUT

WASHER

ITEMS:

,/ Engine oil is at proper level.

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

,/ Become familiar with all controls - their location and function.. Operate them before you start the engine.

WASHER

MULCHER_'_-.,,,_

PLATE'SCREW

FIGo 6

,/ Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.

,/ It is important to purge the transmission before operat- ing your tractor for the first time.. Follow proper starting and transmission purging instructions (See "TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Op- eration section of this manual).

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the

mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor.

LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on and off.

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL: Used for starting and controlling engine speed.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used fordedutching and brak- ing the tractor and starting the engine.

PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER: Selects the speed and direction of tractor

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to raise and tower the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor??

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position??

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and stopping the engine.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB: Used to adjust the mower cutting height,

AMMETER: Indicates battery charging (+) or discharging

(-).

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 9)

Your tractor is equipped With an operator presence sensing switch When engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine

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

??Place parking brake lever in "ENGAGED" position and release pressure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should

remain in "BRAKE" position_ Make sure parking brake will hold tractor'secure.

', 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,

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 9)

AIways operate engine at full throttle.

THROTTLE/

CHOKE

CONTROL

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER

"ENGAGED" POSITION

=Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate.

=Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower perfor,, mance.

"DISENGAGED"

POSITION

CLUTCHIBRAKE PEDAL

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See

Fig. 9)

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

???Start tractor with motion control lever in neutral (N) position,

o Release parking brake and clutchlbrake pedal.

??Slowly move motion control lever to desired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

"DRIVE" POSITION

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB

(See Fig. 9)

FIG. 9

STOPPING (See Fig. 9)

MOWER BLADES L

. Move attachment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" po- sition

GROUND DRIVE -

???Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position.

???Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position.

IMPORTANT; THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES

NOT RETURN TO NEUTRAL (N) POSITION WHEN THE

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED

ENGINE -

???Move throttle control to slow (,,,_) position

NOTE: Failure to move throttle 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 bactor to prevent unauthorized use,

The cutting height is controlled by turning the height adjust- ment knob in desired direction.

???Turn knob counterclockwise (_#-'-_)to lower cutting height,

The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2" to 4L The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These heights are approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass being mowed

oThe average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 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.

??For best cutting performance, grass over6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively high; the second to desired height.

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10)

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens- ing switch?? Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine.

???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,

without either the entire grass catcher, CAUTION:on mowers Doso notequipped,operate orthethemowerdis- charge guard in place.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER

"DISENGAGED" POSITION

"ENGAGED"

POSITION ATTACHMENT

LEVER

HIGH POSITION

DISCHARGE

GUARD

FIG. 10

???Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills

??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 motion control lever to neutral (N) position..

IMPORTANT: THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES

NOT RETURN TO NEUTRAL (N) POSITION WHEN THE

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED??

"To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal

o Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting

o Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT (See Figs. 8 and 11)

When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage

transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position. Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar of tractor.

???Raise attachment lift to highest position with attach- ment lift control

???Pull freewheel control knob out and hold in position by inserting retainer spring into forward hole of control rod.

o Do not push or tow tractor at more than two (2) MPH.

', To reengage transmission, reverse above procedure.

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

FIG. 1 1

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 17)

,,The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil

. Check engine oil with tractor on level ground

oRemove oil filt cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight, 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 Responsibili- ties section in this manual,

ADD GASOLINE

???Fill fuel tank Use fresh, dean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline win increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.

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 gasohof 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 stor- age 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 Instruc- tions for'additional information, Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or

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

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 9)

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

. Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission en- gaged position.

. Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutchtbrake pedal and set parking brake.

. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position.

???Move throttle control to choke (N) position.

Note: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting procedures below,

???Insert key into ignition and tum key clockwise to"START"

position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen sec_ onds per minute If the engine does not start after several attempts, move throttle control to fast (,t_) position, wait a few minutes and try again. If engine still does not start, move the throttle control back to the choke (N) position and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ?? F and above)

???When engine starts, move the throttle control to the fast (._) position.

-The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If

the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above_

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50?? F and below)

. When engine starts, allow engine to run with the throttle control in the choke (\I) position until the engine runs rough y, then move thrott e contro to fast (,,t_) post on.

This may require an engine warm-up period from several seconds to several minutes, depending on the tempe_ature._

HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

oBefore driving the unit in cold weather, the transmission should be warmed up as follows:

,,Be sure the tractor is on level ground_

o Place the motion control ]ever in neutral. Release

the parking brake and let the clutch/brake slowly return to operating position.

???Atfowoneminutefortransmissiontowarmup. This can be done during the engine warm up period.

,,The attachments can also be used during the engine warm-up period after the transmission has been war reed up_

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??

PURGE TRANSMISSION

freewheel lever while the engine is run- CAUTION: Never engage or disengage I

To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recom- mended that the transmission be purged before operating

tractor for the first time. This procedure will iemove any trapped air inside the transmission which may have devel- oped during shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION REQUIRE

REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT, IT SHOULD BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATtON

BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR.

???Place tractor safely on level surface with engine off and pa_rking brake set,

???Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in fleewheeling position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section of manual).

??Sitting in the tractor seat, start engineo After the engine is running, move throttle control to slow (,,_,) position. With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly disengage clutchlbrake pedal..

???Move motion control lever to full forward position and

hold for five (5) seconds. Move lever to full reverse position and hold for five (5) seconds. Repeat this procedure three (3) times.

NOTE: During this procedure there will be no movement of drive wheels. The air is being removed from hydraulic drive system.

oMove motion control lever to neutral (N) position?? Shut- off engine and set parking brake

oEngage transmission by placing freewheel control in driving position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section of manual),

oSitting in the tractor seat, startengine. Aftertheengine is running, move throttle control to half (l/2) speed Withmotioncontrolleverinneutral(N)position, slowly

disengage clutch/brake pedal.

Slowly move motion control lever forward, after the tractor moves approximately five (5) feet, slowly move motion control lever to reverse position. After the tractor moves approximately five (5) feet return the

motion control ]everto the neutral (N) position. Repeat this procedure with the motion control lever three (3)

times,

Your tractor is now purged and now ready for normal operation.

MOWING TIPS

oTire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor.

oMower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

uThe left hand side of mower should be used for trim- ming

DDrive 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.

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 Ieft hand turns until finished (See Fig_ t2 ).

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

Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry before mowing.

Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mowing pedormance and proper dis- charge of material Regulate ground speed by select- ing a low enough gear to give the mower cutting performance as well 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

f

l

FIG. 12

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP

MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH. CLEAN AFTER EACH USEr

???The special mulching blade will recut the grass clip- pings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed Also, the mulched grass will biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn,

Always mulch with your highest engine (blade) speed as this will provide the best recutting action of the blades.

. Avoid cutting your lawn when it is weL Wet grass tends to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action. The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon_ At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut area will not be exposed to the direct sun.

oFor best results, adjust the mower cutting height so that the mower cuts off only the top one-third of the grass blades (See Fig. 13). For extremely heavy mulching, reduce your width of cut and mow slowly.

???Certain types of grass and grass conditions may re- quire that an area be mulched a second time to completely hide the clippings. When doing a second cut, mow across or perpendicular to the first cut path_

???Change yourcutting pattern from weekto week. Mow north to south one week then change to east to west the

next week This will help prevent matting and graining of the Iawn

MAX 1/3

FIGf 13

CUSTOME

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"2"2,+_.'_2-_:+0+'_,""

pEnVlCEDATES

v-fill..........

v'

. Replace Air Filler Paper Cartridge

Replace Fuel Filter............

t - Changemore ellen when operatingunde_s heavy load or in highambient temperatures

2- Service more alien whenoperating indirtyor dusty conditions

3+ I1 equipped wiIt'otl li_ler, change all eve_ 50 hours

4- Replace blades more oftenwhen mowing in sandy soil

_'#'2

5+tf equippedwith adjustable system

6- Not requiredtl equipped with maintenance:tree barlery

7+Tighten front axtepivot boll to :35ll.-Ibs msx[mum_. Do notovertlgblen

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator' abuse or neg!igence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual

Some adjustments wilt need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor..

All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manuat should be checked at least once each season.

,,Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for wear. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure

proper'air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer.

ENGINE(_

??

CLUTCH

PIVOT(S)

??? Check tire pressure+

(_) SAE 30 OR 10W30 MOTOR OIL

(_) GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE

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 Adjust- ments section of this manual)o

TIRES

o Maintain proper air pressure in ail tires (See "PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual).

???Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi- cals which can harm rubber

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

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow ieaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion_

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be kept sharp, Re- place bent or damaged blades.

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 14)

. Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades.

oRemove hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer securing blade,,

oInstall 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 IS GRADE 8 HEATTREATED.

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade- but if you do, be sure the blade is baranced.

LOCK WASHER-_

HEX BOLT

(GRADE 8)*

*A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE

IDENTIFtED BYSfXLINESONTHEBOLTHEAD,

FIG, 't4

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.

??The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower.

To check bFadebalance, you will need a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancero (When using a cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied with bal- ancer).

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.r If 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??

CENTERHOLE

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi- cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger wilt extend its life.

,, Keep battery and terminals ciean,

o Keep battery bolts tight

???Keep small vent holes open_

?? Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

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

???Open battery box door,,

??Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat- ten./cable and remove battery from tractor??

o Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.

???Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright,,

???Coat terminals with grease or'petroleum jelly.

???Reinstall battery (See "CONNECT BATTERY" in the Assembly section of this manual).

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc,,) improve starting in cold weather, these mufti-viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32??F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running tow on oil.

Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and every 25 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 25 hours in one year??

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs, 16 and 17)

Determine temperature range expected before oil change. All oil must meet API service classification SF, SG or SH,

???Be sure tractor is on level surface.

o Oil will drain more freely when watm.

*Catch oil in a suitable container_

??Remove oil fill cap/dipsticko Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil,

??Remove drain plug.

??After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug and tighten securely_

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after I00 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

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF, SG or SHe Select the oil'sSAE viscosity

grade according to your expected operating temperature??

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

..............................i

I

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEX,T OIL CHANGE

FIG. 16

. Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube, Pour slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual,,

oUse gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level Be sure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate reading. Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick.

???FILL

CAP]DIPSTICK

OIL DRAIN

PLUG

FIG. 17

AIR FILTER (See Fig. 18)

Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of opera- tion or every season. Service paper cartridge every t00 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs firsL

Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions,,

- Remove knob(s) and cover,

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

o Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

o Wash it in liquid detergent and water,. o Squeeze it dry in a ciean c{oth,

oSaturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, al_sorbent cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil,,

-If very dirty or damaged, replace pre-cteaner??

-Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge.

??? Reinstall cover and secure with knob(s).

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

??Remove cartridge nuL

???Carefully remove cartridge to prevent debris from entering carburetor_ Clean base carefully to prevent debris from entering carburetor??

???Clean ca rtridge by tapping gently on flat surface. If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge.

. Reinstall cartridge, nut, precleaner, cover and secure with knob(s)

IMPORTANT: PETROLEUM SOLVENTS, SUCH AS

KEROSENE, ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN THE

CARTRIDGE. THEY MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION OF

THE CARTRIDGE DO NOT OIL CARTRIDGE. DO NOT

USE PRESSURIZED AIR TO CLEAN OR DRY

CARTRIDGE

COVER KNOB_

CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 19)

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.

ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 19)

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

oRemove screws from blower housing and lift housing and dipstick tube assembly off engine.

-Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry of dirt,

oUse compressed air or stiff bristle brush to thoroughly clean engine cooling fins.,

??To reassemble, reverse above procedure,,

SCREWS

BLOWER HOUSING

SCREWS

AIR SCREEN

DIPSTICK TUBE

ASSEMBLY

SPARK

PLUG

ENGINE

COOLING FINS

F{G.'19

VIUFFLER

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

SPARK PLUGS

7eplace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing _eason or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever _ccurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in 'PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 20)

]-he fuel filter should be replaced once each season?? tf fuel :ilterbecomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor,

"eplacement is required.

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

,Place new fuel filter in position in fuel iine with arrow pointing towards carburetor.

,Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are property positioned

,Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

FUEL

FILTER

FIG. 20

CLEANING

???Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of atl foreign matter.

,Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, ell, etc.

,,P_otect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.

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

o

o o

o

o

o

Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position.

Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key,

Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.

Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig, 21)

Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of tractor.

???Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position_

,Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its lowest position.

??Roll belt off engine pulley_

??Disconnect clutch rod from clutch lever by removing retainer spring_

,Disconnect anti-sway bar from chassis bracket by removing retainer spring.

???Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retainer springs,

??Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer springs_

???Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms. Slide mower out from under tractor_

TO INSTALL MOWER (See Fig. 21)

???Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.

???Slide mower under tractor with discharge guard to right side of tractor

???Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

??install mower in reverse order of removal instructions_

ILEVER

CLUTCH

RETAINER

RETAINER

SPRING

ANTI-SWAYBAR

RETAINER

SPRINGS

(BOTH SIDES)

FiG. 21

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual). Iftires are over'or underinflated, you will not properly adjust

your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 22 and 23)

???Raise mower to its highest position.

???If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one side of mower onty_

???To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side_

???To lower one side of mower, loosen lift link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each tun turn of adjustment nut will change mower height about 1/8".

???Recheck measurements after adjusting,

GROUNDLINE

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs_ 24 and 25)

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

THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS

NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS

EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL S1DE-TO- S1DE_

To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing should be adjusted so that the fiont 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 dis- tance "D" directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown_

,Before making any necessary adjustments, check that both front links are equal in length, Both links should be approximately 10-3/8'L

???tf links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same length as other link.

???To lower front of mower loosen nut "E" on both front links an equal number of turns.

???When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than

rear, tighten nuts "F" against trunnion on both front links.

???To raise front of mower, loosen nut"F" from trunnion on

both front link& Tighten nut "E" on both front links an equal number of turns

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

???Recheck side-to-side adjustment??

SERVICE AN

i,

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 26)

The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools?? Park the tractor on leve! surface?? Engage parking brake??

BELT REMOVAL -

. Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual)

o Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys

?? Pull belt away from mower??

BELT INSTALLATION -

???Instal[ new belt in reverse order of removal

-Make sure belt is in all putley grooves and inside all belt guides.

??Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions.

MANDRELIDLER

PULLEYPULLEYS

MANDREL

PULLEY

FIG, 26

TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 27)

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

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

-Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake

-Measure distance between brake operating arm and nut "A" on brake rod

-If distance is other than 1-3/4", loosen jam nut and turn

nut "A" until distance becomes 1-3/4". Retighten jam nut against nut "A"..

-Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is still greater than six (6) feet in highest gear, further maintenance is necessary. Contact your nearest au- thorized service centeddepartmento

ADJUSTMENTS

WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED"

NUT "A"

G

ARM

DO NOT TOUCH THIS NUT. IF FURTHER

BRAKE ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY

CONTACT YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED

SERV|CE CENTERIDEPARTMENT

FIG. 27

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 28)

Park the tractor on level surface?? Engage parking brake_

For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest

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

o Remove upper belt keeper.

???Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler.

???Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Carefully remove

belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over cooling fan blades..

??Pull belt toward front of tractor and remove downward from around engine pulley

???Install new belt by reversing above procedure,

IMPORTANT: MAKE SURE UPPER BELT KEEPER IS

POSITIONED PROPERLY BETWEEN LOCATOR TABS

ENGINE'---.-.tl,,,.....

PU LLEY _F_, __ LOCATOR

CLOTC.,NG_J --TAOS

'| _ UPPER BELT

KEEPER

T RANS M ISSlO N ",}Jr,-.,_.__." _

INPUT PULL__

FIG. 28

TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER (See

Fig. 29)

The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary_

If for any reason the motion control lever wil! not hold its position while at a selected speed, it may be adjusted at the friction pack located on the right side of transmission_

??Park tractor on tevel surface. Stop tractor by turning ignition key to "OFF" position, and engage parking brake.

. Adjust motion control lever by tightening adjustment tocknut one half (1/2) turn,

NOTE: If for any reason the effort to move the motion control lever becomes too excessive, reverse the above adjustment procedure by loosening Iocknut 1/4 to 1/2 turn.

Road test tractor after adjustment and repeat procedure if necessary.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

(See Fig. 30)

. Block up axle securely.

=Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do not lose).

o Repair tire and reassemble.

oOn rear'wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle,. Insert square key_

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

. Replace axle cover,

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local

parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion,

WASHERS

TRANSMISSION REMOVAIJREPLACEMENT

Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and before operating the tractor. See "PURGE TRANSMIS- SION" in the Operation section of this manual

RETAINING

RING

AXLE

COVER

t

SQUARE KEY

(REAR WHEEL ONLY)

ADJUSTMENT

LOCKNUT

FIG. 29

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

If steering wheel crossbars are net horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer-

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

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor?? If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or camber, contact your'nearest authorized service centeddepartment,

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY

(See Fig, 31)

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CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener- ate explosive gases. Keepsparks, flame

and smoking materials away from bat- teries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries.

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 TRACTOR 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 fully charged battery.

??Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to good CHASStS GROUND, away from fuel tank and battery,

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER

oBLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery.

o RED cable last from both batteries.

NEGATIVE TERMINAL

CABLES

CHARGED

BATTERY

FIG. 31

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

???Raise hoo&

???Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill.

???Repface bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill.

???Close hood.

INTERL.OCKS AND RELAYS

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

oCheck wiring, See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts section of this manual

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 30 amp automotive4ype plug-in fuse_ The fuse holder is located behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY

(See Fig. 32)

???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,

\

\

HOOD

FIGo 32

ENGINE

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

(See Fig. 33)

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cabte_ If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows:

???With engine not running move throttle control lever from slow (,e_) to choke (l\l) position?? Slowly move lever from choke (I\l) to fast (,t_) position

??Checkthat holes"A" in govemorcentrol lever and hole

in governor plate line-up If ho_es "A" are not arigned, loosen clamp screw and move throttle cable until holes are aligned. Tighten clamp screw securely,

GOVERNORGOVERNOR

CONTROL LEVER

CONTROLPLATE

FIG. 33

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 34)

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

In general, turning idle mixture valve in (clockwise) de- creases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/ air mixture, Turning the idle mixture valve out (counter-

clockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a richer fue!/air mixture.

IMPORTANT: DAMAGE TO THE NEEDLE VALVE AND THE SEAT IN CARBURETOR MAY RESULT tF SCREW IS

TURNED IN TOO TIGHT.,

PRELIMINARY SETTING -

???Air cleaner assembly must be assembled to the carbu- retor when making carburetor adjustments

??Be sure the throttle control cable is adjusted properly (see above)

???With engine off turn idle mixture vatve in (clockwise) closing it finger tight and then turn out (counterclock- wise) 1 full 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,

. Move throttle control lever to slow (._) position, With finger, rotate and hold throttle lever against idle speed screw. Turn idle speed screw to attain 1750 RPM

???While still holding throttle lever against idle speed screw, turn idte mixture valve in (clockwise) until en- gine begins to die and then turn out (counterclockwise) until engine runs rough, Turn valve to a point midway between those two positions. Release throttle lever,,

ACCELERATION TEST

oMove throttle control lever from slow (,,J_) to fast (,_) position?? If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle mixture vatveout (counterclockwise) 1/8turn. Repeat test and continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine acceler- ates smoothly.

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

IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER WtTH THE ENGINE

GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER

ENGINE SPEED?? OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE

THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE

DANGEROUS IFYOUTHINKTHEENGINE-GOVERNED

HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR

NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/

DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT AND

EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY

ADJUSTMENTS.

IDLE MIXTURE

VALVE

FIG. 34

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immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more??

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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 before storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter storage: When mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thor- oughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etco Store in a clean, dry area.

,CIean entire tractor (See"CLEANING" 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

??Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely fastened. Inspect moving parts fordamage, breakage and wear. Replace if necessary.

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

BATTERY

,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 cteaned thoroughly (see TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in the Cus-

tomer Responsibilities section of this manual)..

???After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place cables where they cannot come in contact with 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 IN STORAGE

"Drain the fuel tank,,

,,Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

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

,Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: FueI stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during stor- age. 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 aflow the stabi!izer to reach the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil. (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 key to"START" position for a few seconds to distribute Oilo

??Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

o Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

oReplace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust?? Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems.

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

???Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and

wilt cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE

AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM

Will not start

Hard to start

Engine will not turn over

Engine clicks but will not start

Loss of power

PROBLEM

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CAUSECORRECTION

Engine continues to run

when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch

engaged

Poor cut - uneven

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1.Faulty operator-safety presence control system

1 Worn, bent or loose blade

2.Mower deck not level

3Buitdup of grass, loaves, and trash undor mower

4Bent blade mandre!

5Clogged mower dock vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrets

Check wiring, swilches and connections If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ depadment

1Replace blade Tighten blade bolt

2Level mower deck

3CIoan underside of mower housing

4Replace blade mandrel

5Clean around mandrels to open vent holes..