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		 MODEL NO. PO15538B   
					15.5 HP 38 Inch   
					Lawn Tractor   
					For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297   
					For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886   
					190785 02.04.04 RD   
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				SAFETY RULES   
					Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers   
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					Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing.Stop   
					WARNING: In order to prevent ac-   
					cidental starting when setting up,   
					transporting, adjusting or making   
					repairs, always disconnect spark   
					plug wire and place wire where it   
					cannot contact spark plug.   
					machine if anyone enters the area.   
					Never carry passengers or children even with the blades   
					off.   
					Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always   
					look down and behind before and while backing.   
					Nevercarrychildren.Theymayfalloffandbeseriouslyinjured   
					or interfere with safe machine operation.   
					Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful   
					care of another responsible adult.   
					WARNING: Do not coast down a hill   
					in neutral, you may lose control of   
					the tractor.   
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					Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area.   
					Before and when backing, look behind and down for small   
					children.   
					WARNING: Tow only the attach-   
					ments that are recommended by   
					and comply with specifications of   
					the manufacturer of your tractor.   
					Use common sense when towing.   
					Operate only at the lowest possible   
					speed when on a slope. Too heavy   
					of a load, while on a slope, is dan-   
					gerous. Tires can lose traction with   
					the ground and cause you to lose   
					control of your tractor.   
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					Mow up and down slopes (15° Max), not across.   
					Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.   
					Watchforholes,ruts,orbumps.Uneventerraincouldoverturn   
					the machine. Tall 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.   
					Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction,   
					disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the   
					slope.   
					If machine stops while going uphill, disengage blades, shift   
					into reverse and back down slowly.   
					Donotturnonslopesunlessnecessary, andthen, turnslowly   
					and gradually downhill, if possible.   
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					WARNING   
					Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and cer-   
					tain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals   
					knowntotheStateofCaliforniatocausecancerand   
					birth defects or other reproductive harm.   
					WARNING   
					Battery posts, terminals and related accessories   
					containleadandleadcompounds,chemicalsknown   
					to the State of California to cause cancer and birth   
					defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands   
					after handling.   
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				CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor.   
					Ithasbeendesigned,engineeredandmanufacturedtogive   
					you the best possible dependability and performance.   
					PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS   
					Gasoline Capacity   
					and type:   
					1.25 Gallons   
					Unleaded Regular   
					Shouldyouexperienceanyproblemyoucannoteasilyrem-   
					edy,pleasecontactyournearestauthorizedservicecenter/   
					department. We have competent, well-trained technicians   
					and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor.   
					Oil Type (API-SF-sj):   
					SAE 30 (above 32°F)   
					SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)   
					Oil Capacity:   
					3.0 Pints   
					Spark Plug:   
					(Gap: .030")   
					Champion RC12YC   
					Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will   
					enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly.   
					Always observe the “SAFETY RULES”.   
					Ground Speed (MPH):   
					Forward:   
					1st   
					2nd   
					1.1   
					2.2   
					3.4   
					4.3   
					5.5   
					1.7   
					CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES   
					3rd   
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					Read and observe the safety rules.   
					Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for   
					and using your tractor.   
					4th   
					5th   
					Reverse:   
					Tire Pressure:   
					Charging System:   
					Battery:   
					Front: 14 PSI   
					Rear: 12 PSI   
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					Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and   
					“Storage” sections of this owner’s manual.   
					3 Amps Battery   
					5 Amps Headlights   
					WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal com-   
					bustion engine and should not be used on or near any   
					unimprovedforest-covered,brush-coveredorgrass-covered   
					land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with   
					a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if   
					any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained   
					in effective working order by the operator.   
					AMP/HR:   
					MIN. CCA:   
					Case Size:   
					28   
					230   
					U1R   
					Blade Bolt Torque:   
					27-35 FT. LBS.   
					A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your   
					nearestauthorizedservicecenter/department (SeeREPAIR   
					PARTS section of this manual).   
					TABLE OF CONTENTS   
					SAFETY RULES .........................................................2-3   
					PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS....................................... 4   
					CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES................................. 4   
					ASSEMBLY.................................................................6-8   
					OPERATION .............................................................9-13   
					MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 14   
					MAINTENANCE .....................................................14-17   
					SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................18-23   
					STORAGE.................................................................... 24   
					TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................25-26   
					REPAIR PARTS ......................................................28-41   
					WARRANTY................................................................. 42   
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				UNASSEMBLED PARTS   
					Steering Wheel   
					Seat   
					(1) Washer   
					17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge   
					(1) Lock   
					Washer 1/2   
					Steering Wheel   
					Insert   
					Steering   
					Boot   
					Steering   
					Extension   
					Shaft   
					(1) Bolt   
					Steering Wheel   
					Adapter   
					(1) Oil Drain Tube   
					For Future Use   
					Keys   
					(2) Keys   
					Slope Sheet   
					(1) Locknut 1/2-20   
					(1) Locknut 1/4-28   
					(1) Large Flat Washer   
					(1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4   
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				ASSEMBLY   
					Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes.   
					To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use   
					the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.   
					INSERT   
					TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY   
					A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard   
					wrench sizes are listed.   
					(2) 1/2" wrenches   
					(1) 9/16" wrench   
					Utility knife   
					1/2 HEX NUT   
					Pliers   
					LARGE FLAT   
					WASHER   
					Tire pressure gauge   
					Whenrightorlefthandismentionedinthismanual,itmeans   
					when you are in the operating position (seated behind the   
					steering wheel).   
					STEERING   
					BOOT   
					STEERING   
					WHEEL   
					TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM   
					CARTON   
					TABS   
					UNPACK CARTON   
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					Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons   
					from carton.   
					Cut along dotted lines on all four panels of carton.   
					Remove end panels and lay side panels flat.   
					Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and   
					remove.   
					ADAPTER   
					EXTENSION SHAFT   
					1/4 HEX BOLT   
					BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM   
					SKID   
					1/4 LOCKNUT   
					ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)   
					ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT   
					TAB   
					SLOTS   
					LOWER   
					STEERING   
					SHAFT   
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					Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft. Align   
					mountingholesinextensionandlowershaftsandinstall   
					1/4 hex bolt and locknut. Tighten securely.   
					IMPORTANT:TIGHTEN BOLT AND NUT SECURELY TO 10-12   
					FT. LBS TORQUE.   
					FIG. 1   
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					Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and   
					push down to secure.   
					INSTALL STEERING WHEEL   
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					Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing   
					straight forward.   
					Remove steering wheel adapter from steering wheel   
					and slide adapter onto steering shaft extension.   
					Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal   
					(left to right) and slide inside boot and onto adapter.   
					Assemble large flat washer, 1/2 hex nut and tighten   
					securely.   
					Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering   
					wheel.   
					Remove protective materials from tractor hood and   
					grill.   
					IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES   
					IN SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR   
					IS TO ROLL OFF SKID.   
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				ASSEMBLY   
					HOW TO SET UPYOUR TRACTOR   
					INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 2)   
					SEAT PAN   
					Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt.   
					LABEL   
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					Remove adjustment bolt, lock washer and flat washer   
					securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for   
					assembly of seat to tractor.   
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					Pivotseatupwardandremovefromthecardboardpack-   
					ing. Remove the cardboard packing and discard.   
					Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolt is   
					positioned over large slotted hole in pan.   
					Push down on seat to engage shoulder bolt in slot and   
					pull seat towards rear of tractor.   
					Pivot seat and pan forward and assemble adjust-   
					ment bolt, lockwasher and flat washer loosely. Do not   
					tighten   
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					FIG. 3   
					NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid.   
					Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the   
					tractor from the skid.   
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					Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat.   
					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.   
					TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See   
					Operation section for location and function   
					of controls)   
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					Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever   
					to its highest position.   
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					Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake   
					pedal.   
					SEAT   
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					Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.   
					Roll tractor forward off skid.   
					Remove banding holding deflector shield up against   
					tractor.   
					SEAT PAN   
					TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op-   
					eration section for location and function of   
					controls)   
					WARNING: Before starting, read, understand and follow   
					all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Be   
					sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in   
					front of tractor is clear of other people and objects.   
					SHOULDER   
					BOLT   
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					Be sure all the above assembly steps have been com-   
					pleted.   
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					Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline.   
					Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake   
					pedal and set the parking brake.   
					FLAT WASHER   
					LOCK WASHER   
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					Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) position.   
					Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever   
					to its highest position.   
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					Starttheengine.Afterenginehasstarted,movethrottle   
					control to idle position.   
					Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position   
					and hold. Move gearshift lever to 1st gear.   
					Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and slowly drive   
					tractor off skid.   
					Applybraketostoptractor, setparkingbrakeandplace   
					gearshift lever in neutral position.   
					ADJUSTMENT   
					BOLT   
					FIG. 2   
					CHECK BATTERY (See Fig. 3)   
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					Lift seat pan to raised position.   
					If 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 amps.   
					(See “BATTERY” in the Maintenance section of this   
					manual for charging instructions).   
					Turn ignition key to "OFF" position.   
					Continue with the instructions that follow.   
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				ASSEMBLY   
					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.   
					✓CHECKLIST   
					BEFOREYOUOPERATEANDENJOYYOURNEW TRAC-   
					TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE   
					BESTPERFORMANCEANDSATISFACTIONFROMTHIS   
					QUALITY PRODUCT.   
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					Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT   
					SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual.   
					PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:   
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					All assembly instructions have been completed.   
					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.   
					All 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 DECK LEVELNESS   
					For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly   
					leveled. See“TOLEVELMOWERHOUSING”intheService   
					and Adjustments section of this manual.   
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					CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION 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.   
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					Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure   
					and wires are properly clamped.   
					CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM   
					Afteryoulearnhowtooperateyourtractor,checktoseethat   
					the brake is properly adjusted. See “TO ADJUST BRAKE”   
					in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.   
					WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USEYOUR TRACTOR, PAY   
					EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT   
					ITEMS:   
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					Engine oil is at proper level.   
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					Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded   
					gasoline.   
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					Become familiar with all controls - their location and   
					function. Operate them before you start the engine.   
					Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.   
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				OPERATION   
					These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.   
					IGNITION   
					FAST   
					SLOW   
					REVERSE   
					HIGH   
					LOW   
					NEUTRAL   
					CHOKE   
					P 
					LIGHTS ON   
					ENGINE START   
					ENGINE ON   
					PARKING BRAKE   
					PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE   
					ENGINE OFF   
					LOCKED   
					UNLOCKED   
					OIL PRESSURE   
					BATTERY   
					REVERSE   
					FUEL   
					FORWARD   
					OVER TEMP   
					LIGHT   
					MOWER HEIGHT   
					MOWER LIFT   
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					15   
					ATTACHMENT   
					CLUTCH ENGAGED   
					ATTACHMENT   
					CLUTCH DISENGAGED   
					SLOPE HAZARDS   
					KEEP AREA CLEAR   
					(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)   
					DANGER, KEEP HANDS   
					AND FEET AWAY   
					DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,   
					will result in death or serious injury.   
					WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,   
					could result in death or serious injury.   
					FREE WHEEL   
					(Automatic Models only)   
					CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,   
					might result in minor or moderate injury.   
					CAUTION when used without the alert symbol,   
					indicates a situation that could result in damage   
					to the tractor and/or engine.   
					Failure to follow instructions   
					could result in serious injury or   
					death. The safety alert symbol   
					is used to identify safety inform-   
					ation about hazards which can   
					result in death, serious injury   
					and/or property damage.   
					HOT SURFACES indicates a hazard which,   
					if not avoided, could result in death, serious injury   
					and/or property damage.   
					FIRE indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,   
					could result in death, serious injury and/or   
					property damage.   
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				OPERATION   
					KNOW YOUR TRACTOR   
					READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR TRACTOR   
					Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments.   
					Save this manual for future reference.   
					LIGHT SWITCH   
					POSITION   
					IGNITION   
					SWITCH   
					ATTACHMENT   
					CLUTCH LEVER   
					LIFT LEVER   
					PLUNGER   
					THROTTLE/CHOKE   
					CONTROL   
					ATTACHMENT   
					LIFT LEVER   
					CLUTCH/BRAKE   
					PEDAL   
					MOWER DECK   
					HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT   
					POSITIONS   
					GEARSHIFT   
					LEVER   
					PARKING   
					BRAKE   
					FIG. 4   
					Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.   
					ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used to engage the   
					GEARSHIFT LEVER - Selects the speed and direction   
					of tractor.   
					ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to raise, lower, and   
					adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to   
					your tractor.   
					mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your   
					tractor.   
					LIGHT SWITCH POSITION - Turns the headlights on and   
					off.   
					THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL - Used for starting and   
					controlling engine speed.   
					LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release attachment lift   
					lever when changing its position.   
					CLUTCH/BRAKEPEDAL-Usedfordeclutchingandbrak-   
					ing the tractor and starting the engine.   
					PARKING BRAKE - Locks clutch/brake pedal into the   
					brake position.   
					IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and stopping the   
					engine.   
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				OPERATION   
					The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which   
					can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while op-   
					erating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide   
					vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.   
					IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY   
					POSITION OTHER THAN "OFF" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY   
					HOW TO USEYOUR TRACTOR   
					TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 5)   
					Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens-   
					ing 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.   
					TO BE DISCHARGED, (DEAD).   
					NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing   
					idlewiththeenginerunning, hotengineexhaustgasesmay   
					cause “browning” of grass. To eliminate this possibility, al-   
					ways stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas.   
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					Depress clutch/brake pedal into full “BRAKE” position   
					and hold.   
					Place parking brake lever in“ENGAGED”position and   
					releasepressurefromclutch/brakepedal. Pedalshould   
					remain in “BRAKE” position. Make sure parking brake   
					will hold tractor secure.   
					CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-   
					pletely, as described above, before   
					leaving the operator's position; to   
					empty grass catcher, etc.   
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					TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 5)   
					Always operate engine at full throttle.   
					ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER   
					"ENGAGED" POSITION   
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					Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the   
					battery charging rate.   
					Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower perfor-   
					mance.   
					THROTTLE/CHOKE   
					CONTROL LEVER   
					IGNITION KEY   
					"DISENGAGED"   
					POSITION   
					TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD   
					(See Fig. 5)   
					The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the   
					gearshift lever.   
					PARKING BRAKE   
					"ENGAGED"   
					POSITION   
					"BRAKE"   
					POSITION   
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					Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal depressed and   
					gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.   
					GEARSHIFT   
					LEVER   
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					Move gearshift lever to desired position.   
					Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start move-   
					ment.   
					IMPORTANT: BRING TRACTOR TO A COMPLETE STOP   
					BEFORE SHIFTING OR CHANGING GEARS. FAILURE   
					TO DO SO WILL SHORTEN THE USEFUL LIFE OF YOUR   
					TRANSAXLE.   
					PARKING BRAKE   
					"DISENGAGED" POSITION   
					CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL   
					"DRIVE" POSITION   
					FIG.5   
					TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT   
					(See Fig. 5)   
					The position of the attachment lift lever determines the   
					cutting height.   
					STOPPING (See Fig. 5)   
					MOWER BLADES -   
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					To stop mower blades,move attachment clutch lever   
					to “DISENGAGED” position.   
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					Grasp lift lever.   
					Press plunger with thumb and move lever to desired   
					position.   
					GROUND DRIVE -   
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					To stop ground drive, depress clutch/brake pedal into   
					full “BRAKE” position.   
					Move gearshift lever to neutral (N) position.   
					The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2 to 4".   
					The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip   
					withtheenginenotrunning. Theseheightsareapproximate   
					and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of   
					grass and types of grass being mowed.   
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					ENGINE -   
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					Move throttle control to slow position.   
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					The 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.   
					NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to slow position and   
					allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engine   
					to “backfire”.   
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					Turn ignition key to “OFF” position and remove key.   
					Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent   
					unauthorized use.   
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					For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches   
					in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut   
					relatively high; the second to desired height.   
					• 
					Never use choke to stop engine.   
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				OPERATION   
					• 
					Torestartmovement, slowlyreleaseparkingbrakeand   
					TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 6)   
					clutch/brake pedal.   
					Yourtractor isequippedwithanoperatorpresencesensing   
					switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with   
					the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged   
					will shut off the engine.You must remain fully and centrally   
					positioned in the seat to prevent the engine from hesitating   
					or cutting off when operating your equipment on rough,   
					rolling terrain or hills.   
					• 
					Make all turns slowly.   
					TO TRANSPORT   
					• 
					• 
					• 
					Raiseattachmentlifttohighestpositionwithattachment   
					lift control.   
					When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshift   
					lever is in neutral (N) position.   
					• 
					• 
					Select desired height of cut.   
					Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch   
					control.   
					Do not push or tow tractor at more than five (5) MPH.   
					NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting   
					your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed   
					and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying   
					hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).   
					• 
					TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment   
					clutch control.   
					CAUTION: Do not operate the mower   
					without either the entire grass catcher,   
					onmowerssoequipped,orthedeflector   
					shield in place.   
					TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH-   
					MENTS   
					Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and   
					comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your trac-   
					tor. Use common sense when towing.Too heavy of a load,   
					while on a slope, is dangerous.Tires can lose traction with   
					the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor.   
					"ENGAGED" POSITION   
					ATTACHMENT LIFT LE-   
					VER HIGH POSITION   
					BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE   
					CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL   
					LOW   
					POSITION   
					• 
					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.   
					Remove oil fill 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.   
					ATTACHMENT   
					CLUTCH LEVER   
					"DISENGAGED"   
					POSITION   
					• 
					• 
					For cold weather operation you should change oil for   
					easier starting (See “OIL VISCOSITY CHART” in the   
					Maintenance section of this manual).   
					To change engine oil, see the Maintenance section in   
					this manual.   
					ADD GASOLINE   
					• 
					DEFLECTOR   
					SHIELD   
					Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill.   
					Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a   
					minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will   
					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.   
					FIG. 6   
					TO OPERATE ON HILLS   
					WARNING: Do not drive up or down   
					hills with slopes greater than 15° and   
					do not drive across any slope.   
					CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or   
					fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline   
					near an open flame.   
					• 
					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.   
					IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES   
					BELOW32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE   
					GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER   
					STARTING.   
					• 
					• 
					• 
					• 
					If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake   
					pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking   
					brake.   
					Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be sure you have   
					allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart   
					movement.   
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				OPERATION   
					MOWING TIPS   
					CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or   
					• 
					• 
					Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing   
					is attached to tractor.   
					using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which   
					leads to separation and formation of acids during stor-   
					age. Acidicgascandamagethefuelsystemofanengine   
					while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel   
					system should be emptied before storage of 30 days   
					or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let   
					it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use   
					fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions for   
					additional information. Never use engine or carburetor   
					cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage   
					may occur.   
					Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per-   
					formance. See“TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING”in the   
					Service and Adjustments section of this manual.   
					• 
					• 
					The left hand side of mower should be used for trim-   
					ming.   
					Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area   
					that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the   
					machine. This will result in a more even distribution of   
					clippings and more uniform cutting.   
					• 
					Whenmowinglargeareas,startbyturningtotherightso   
					that clippings will discharge away from shrubs, fences,   
					driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the   
					opposite direction making left hand turns until finished   
					(See Fig. 7 ).   
					TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 4)   
					When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine   
					has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move   
					fuel from the tank to the engine.   
					• 
					Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake   
					pedal and set parking brake.   
					• 
					• 
					• 
					Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) position.   
					Move attachment clutch to “DISENGAGED” position.   
					Move throttle control to choke position.   
					NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting   
					procedures below.   
					• 
					Insertkeyintoignitionandturnkeyclockwiseto“START”   
					position and release key as soon as engine starts.   
					Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen   
					seconds per minute. If the engine does not start after   
					several attempts, move throttle control to fast position,   
					wait a few minutes and try again. If engine still does   
					not start, move the throttle control back to the choke   
					position and retry.   
					00272   
					FIG. 7   
					• 
					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.   
					WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and above)   
					• 
					When engine starts, move the throttle control to the   
					fast position.   
					• 
					• 
					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 mow-   
					ing to assure better mowing performance and proper   
					discharge of material. Regulate ground speed by se-   
					lecting a low enough gear to give the mower cutting   
					performance as well as the quality of cut desired.   
					• 
					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 position until the engine   
					runs roughly, then move throttle control to fast posi-   
					tion.This may require an engine warm-up period from   
					several seconds to several minutes, depending on the   
					temperature.   
					• 
					When operating attachments, select a ground speed   
					that will suit the terrain and give best performance of   
					the attachment being used.   
					• 
					The attachments can also be used during the engine   
					warm-up period.   
					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.   
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				MAINTENANCE   
					MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE   
					USE   
					HOURS   
					HOURS   
					FILL IN DATES   
					HOURSHOURS   
					50 100   
					STORAGE   
					EACH   
					8 
					25   
					SEASON   
					AS YOU COMPLETE   
					REGULAR SERVICE   
					BEFORE   
					SERVICE DATES   
					EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY   
					BEFORE   
					Check Brake Operation   
					Check Tire Pressure   
					Check Operator Presence and   
					Interlock Systems   
					T 
					Check for Loose Fasteners   
					R 
					5 
					A 
					Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades   
					3 
					C 
					Lubrication Chart   
					T 
					Check Battery Level   
					4 
					0 
					Clean Battery and Terminals   
					R 
					Check Transaxle Cooling   
					Check V-Belts   
					Check Engine Oil Level   
					Change Engine Oil (with oil filter)   
					1,2   
					Change Engine Oil (without oil filter)   
					1,2   
					E 
					Clean Air Filter   
					N 
					2 
					2 
					G 
					Clean Air Screen   
					I 
					Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester   
					N 
					Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)   
					1,   
					2 
					2 
					E 
					Clean Engine Cooling Fins   
					Replace Spark Plug   
					Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge   
					Replace Fuel Filter   
					2 
					3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.   
					4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery.   
					5 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft.-lbs. maximum.   
					Do not overtighten.   
					1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or   
					in high ambient temperatures.   
					2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.   
					LUBRICATION CHART   
					GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS   
					The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have   
					beensubjectedtooperatorabuseornegligence. Toreceive   
					full value from the warranty, operator must maintain tractor   
					as instructed in this manual.   
					➀SPINDLE   
					➀SPINDLE   
					ZERK   
					ZERK   
					➀FRONT WHEEL   
					BEARING ZERK   
					➀FRONT WHEEL   
					BEARING ZERK   
					Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to   
					properly maintain your tractor.   
					At least once a season, check to see if you should make   
					any of the adjustments described in the Service and   
					Adjustments section of this manual.   
					➁ENGINE   
					• At least 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.   
					BEFORE EACH USE   
					01964   
					• 
					• 
					• 
					• 
					Check engine oil level.   
					Check brake operation.   
					Check tire pressure.   
					Check operator presence and   
					interlock systems for proper operation.   
					Check for loose fasteners.   
					➀GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE   
					➁REFER TO MAINTENANCE “ENGINE” SECTION   
					IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS WHICH   
					HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS. VISCOUS LUBRICANTS WILL   
					ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN THE LIFE OF   
					THE SELF-LUBRICATING BEARINGS. IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST   
					BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY, POWDERED GRAPHITE TYPE   
					LUBRICANT SPARINGLY.   
					• 
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				MAINTENANCE   
					TRACTOR   
					MANDREL   
					ASSEMBLY   
					TRAILING   
					EDGE UP   
					Always observe safety rules when performing any main-   
					tenance.   
					CENTER   
					HOLE   
					BRAKE OPERATION   
					If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance   
					at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.   
					(See“TOADJUSTBRAKE”intheServiceandAdjustments   
					section of this manual).   
					LOCK WASHER   
					STAR   
					TIRES   
					• 
					• 
					• 
					Maintainproperairpressureinalltires(See“PRODUCT   
					SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual).   
					Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi-   
					cals which can harm rubber.   
					Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and   
					other hazards that may cause tire damage.   
					FLAT WASHER   
					BLADE   
					BLADE BOLT   
					FIG. 8   
					TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 9)   
					NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but if   
					you do, be sure the blade is balanced.   
					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.   
					Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An un-   
					balancedbladewillcauseexcessivevibrationandeventual   
					damage to mower and engine.   
					OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM   
					Besureoperatorpresenceandinterlocksystemsarework-   
					ing properly. If your tractor does not function as described,   
					repair the problem immediately.   
					• 
					The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grind-   
					ing wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the   
					mower.   
					• 
					• 
					• 
					• 
					The engine should not start unless the clutch/brake   
					pedalisfullydepressedandattachementclutchcontrol   
					is in the disengaged position.   
					Whentheengineisrunning,anyattemptbytheoperator   
					to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake   
					should shut off the engine.   
					When the engine is running and the attachment clutch   
					is engaged, any attempt by the operator to leave the   
					seat should shut off the engine.   
					The attachment clutch should never operate unless   
					the operator is in the seat.   
					• 
					To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter   
					steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a   
					cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied with   
					balancer.)   
					NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade. The lobes of   
					the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not.   
					• 
					Slidebladeontoanunthreadedportionofthesteelbolt   
					or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.   
					If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal   
					position. If either end of the blade moves downward,   
					sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced.   
					BLADE CARE   
					Forbestresultsmowerbladesmustbekeptsharp. Replace   
					bent or damaged blades.   
					CENTER HOLE   
					BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 8)   
					• 
					• 
					• 
					Raise mower to highest position to allow access to   
					blades.   
					Removebladebolt,lockwasherandflatwashersecuring   
					blade.   
					Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up   
					towards deck as shown.   
					BLADE   
					5/8" BOLT   
					OR PIN   
					IMPORTANT: TO ENSURE PROPER ASSEMBLY, CENTER   
					HOLE IN BLADE MUST ALIGN WITH STAR ON MANDREL   
					ASSEMBLY.   
					FIG. 9   
					• 
					Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer and flat washer   
					in exact order as shown.   
					• 
					Tighten blade bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. torque).   
					IMPORTANT: BLADEBOLTISHEATTREATED.IFBOLTNEEDS   
					REPLACING, REPLACE ONLYWITH APPROVE BOLT SHOWN   
					IN THE REPAIR PARTS.   
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				MAINTENANCE   
					NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.)   
					BATTERY   
					improve starting in cold weather, these multi-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 low on oil.   
					Yourtractorhasabatterychargingsystemwhichissufficient   
					for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery   
					with an automotive charger will extend its life.   
					• 
					• 
					• 
					• 
					Keep battery and terminals clean.   
					Keep battery bolts tight.   
					Keep small vent holes open.   
					Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.   
					Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation 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.   
					NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is   
					maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps   
					or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not   
					necessary.   
					TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 10 and 11)   
					Determine temperature range expected before oil change.   
					All oil must meet API service classification SF-SJ.   
					TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS   
					Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause   
					the battery to “leak” power.   
					• 
					• 
					• 
					• 
					Be sure tractor is on level surface.   
					Oil will drain more freely when warm.   
					Catch oil in a suitable container.   
					Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt   
					to enter the engine when changing oil.   
					• 
					Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat-   
					tery cable and remove battery from tractor.   
					• 
					• 
					Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.   
					Cleanterminalsandbatterycableendswithwirebrush   
					until bright.   
					• 
					Remove yellow cap from end of drain valve and install   
					the drain tube onto the fitting.   
					• 
					• 
					Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.   
					Reinstall battery (See “REPLACING BATTERY” in   
					the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this   
					manual).   
					OIL DRAIN VALVE   
					V-BELTS   
					Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours   
					of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not   
					adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear.   
					CLOSED   
					AND   
					LOCKED   
					POSITION   
					TRANSAXLE COOLING   
					Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which   
					can restrict cooling.   
					DRAIN   
					TUBE   
					YELLOW CAP   
					ENGINE   
					LUBRICATION   
					Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service   
					classification SF-SJ. Select the oil’s SAE viscosity grade   
					according to your expected operating temperature.   
					FIG. 11   
					• 
					Unlock drain valve by pushing inward and turning   
					counterclockwise.   
					• 
					• 
					To open, pull out on the drain valve.   
					SAE VISCOSITY GRADES   
					After oil has drained completely, close and lock the   
					drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise   
					until the pin is in the locked position as shown.   
					SAE 30   
					5W-30   
					• 
					• 
					Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto to the   
					bottom fitting of the drain valve.   
					Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour   
					slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see   
					“PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this man-   
					ual.   
					-20   
					0 
					30   
					32 40   
					0 
					100   
					60   
					80   
					F 
					C 
					-20   
					10   
					-30   
					-10   
					20   
					30   
					40   
					TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE   
					oil_visc_chart1_e   
					FIG. 10   
					• 
					Use 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.Tighten cap   
					onto the tube securely when finished.   
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				MAINTENANCE   
					CLEAN AIR SCREEN   
					IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 12)   
					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.   
					The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel   
					filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor,   
					replacement is required.   
					• 
					• 
					• 
					• 
					With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sec-   
					tions.   
					Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow   
					pointing towards carburetor.   
					Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are   
					properly positioned.   
					Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.   
					AIR FILTER   
					Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter.   
					Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.See   
					Engine Manual.   
					MUFFLER   
					Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester   
					(if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or dam-   
					age.   
					CLAMP   
					CLAMP   
					SPARK PLUGS   
					Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing   
					season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever   
					occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in   
					“PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual.   
					FUEL   
					FILTER   
					FIG. 12   
					CLEANING   
					• 
					• 
					• 
					Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign   
					matter.   
					Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,   
					oil, etc.   
					Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.   
					We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure   
					washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and trans-   
					mission are covered to keep water out. Water in engine or   
					transmission will shorten the useful life of your tractor. Use   
					compressed air or a leaf blower to remove grass, leaves   
					and trash from tractor and mower.   
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				SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS   
					WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUST-   
					MENTS:   
					• 
					• 
					• 
					• 
					• 
					• 
					Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.   
					Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.   
					Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position.   
					Turn ignition key to “STOP” 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.   
					• 
					• 
					Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer   
					springs.   
					Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms. Slide mower   
					out from under tractor.   
					TRACTOR   
					TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 13)   
					Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of trac-   
					tor.   
					IMPORTANT:IFANATTACHMENTOTHERTHANTHEMOWER   
					DECK ISTO BE MOUNTED ONTHETRACTOR, REMOVETHE   
					FRONTLINKSANDHOOKTHECLUTCHSPRINGINTOSQUARE   
					HOLE IN FRAME.   
					• 
					• 
					Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position.   
					Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to   
					its lowest position.   
					• 
					• 
					Roll belt off engine pulley.   
					Removesmallretainerspring,andremoveclutchspring   
					off pulley bolt.   
					Remove large retainer spring, slide collar off and push   
					housing guide out of bracket.   
					Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis bracket by re-   
					moving retainer spring.   
					TO INSTALL MOWER (See Fig. 13)   
					• 
					• 
					Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.   
					Slide mower under tractor with deflector shield to right   
					side of tractor.   
					• 
					• 
					• 
					• 
					• 
					Lower lift lever to its lowest position.   
					Connect front links to mower deck and secure with   
					retainer springs.   
					Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets   
					by removing retainer springs.   
					• 
					• 
					Connect suspension arms to rear deck brackets and   
					secure with retainer springs.   
					Connect anti-swaybar to chassis bracket and secure   
					with retainer spring.   
					SMALL   
					RETAINER SPRING   
					FLAT WASHER   
					CLUTCH SPRING   
					SUSPENSION ARMS   
					SQUARE HOLE   
					ENGINE PULLEY   
					SMALL RETAINER SPRING   
					CLUTCH SPRING   
					FRONT LINK   
					RETAINER SPRING   
					ANTI-SWAY BAR   
					COLLAR   
					RETAINER SPRINGS   
					(BOTH SIDES)   
					HOUSING GUIDE   
					LARGE RETAINER   
					SPRING   
					DEFLECTOR SHIELD   
					02695   
					BRACKET   
					FIG. 13   
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				SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS   
					• 
					• 
					• 
					Push clutch cable housing guide into bracket, slide col-   
					FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 16 and 17)   
					lar onto guide and secure with large retainer spring.   
					IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF THE   
					FOLLOWINGFRONT-TO-BACKADJUSTMENTISNECESSARY,   
					BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO   
					MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE.   
					Place flat washer and clutch spring on idler pulley bolt   
					and secure with small retainer spring.   
					Install belt onto engine pulley.   
					To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing   
					should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1/8"   
					to 1/2" lower than the rear when the mower is in its high-   
					est position.   
					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”section of this manual). If   
					tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust   
					your mower.   
					Checkadjustmentonrightsideoftractor. Measuredistance   
					“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.   
					If 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.   
					SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 14 and 15)   
					• 
					• 
					Raise mower to its highest position.   
					At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height   
					from bottom edge of mower to ground. Distance “A”   
					on both sides of mower should be the same or within   
					1/4" of each other.   
					If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one   
					side of mower only.   
					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.   
					• 
					• 
					• 
					• 
					To raise front of mower, loosen nut“F”from trunnion on   
					both front links. Tighten nut “E” on both front links an   
					equal number of turns.The two front links must remain   
					equal in length.   
					• 
					• 
					Whendistance“D”is1/8"to1/2"loweratfrontthanrear,   
					tighten nut “F” against trunnion on both front links.   
					Recheck side-to-side adjustment.   
					NOTE: Threefullturnsofadjustmentnutwillchangemower   
					height about 1/8".   
					• 
					Recheck measurements after adjusting.   
					BOTTOM EDGE OF   
					MOWER   
					TO GROUND   
					BOTTOM EDGE   
					OF MOWER   
					MANDREL   
					00598   
					01268   
					TO GROUND   
					“A”   
					“A”   
					"D"   
					"D"   
					GROUND LINE   
					FIG. 16   
					FIG. 14   
					BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH   
					SUSPENSION ARM   
					01267   
					01553   
					LIFT LINK   
					ADJUSTMENT   
					NUT   
					NUT "F"   
					FIG. 15   
					NUT "E"   
					TRUNNION   
					FRONT LINKS   
					FIG. 17   
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				SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS   
					TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT   
					(See Fig. 18)   
					The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools.   
					Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.   
					TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 19)   
					Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system   
					which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle.   
					If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest   
					speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved   
					surface, then brake must be checked and adjusted.   
					BELT REMOVAL -   
					• 
					Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position.   
					TO CHECK BRAKE   
					• 
					Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to   
					its lowest position.   
					• 
					Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or paved surface,   
					depress clutch/brake pedal all the way down and en-   
					gage parking brake.   
					• 
					• 
					Roll belt off engine pulley.   
					DisconnectR.H.suspensionarmfromreardeckbracket   
					by removing retainer spring.   
					• 
					Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) position.   
					Therearwheelsmustlockandskidwhenyoutrytomanually   
					push the tractor forward.If the rear wheels rotate, the brake   
					needs to be adjusted or the pads need to be replaced.   
					• 
					• 
					Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys.   
					Pull belt away from mower.   
					BELT INSTALLATION -   
					• 
					TO ADJUST BRAKE   
					Work new belt around both mandrel pulleys and idler   
					pulleys.   
					Install new belt into engine pulley grove.   
					Reconnect R.H. suspension arm and secure with re-   
					tainer spring.   
					• 
					• 
					• 
					Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way down and en-   
					gage parking brake.   
					Measure distance between brake operating arm and   
					nut “A” on brake rod.   
					If distance is other than 1-1/2", loosen jam nut and turn   
					nut “A” until distance becomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam   
					nut against nut “A”.   
					• 
					• 
					• 
					Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all   
					belt guides.   
					• 
					Roadtesttractorforproperstoppingdistanceasstated   
					above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is   
					still greater than five (5) feet in highest gear, further   
					maintenance is necessary. Replace brake pads or   
					contact a qualified service center.   
					R.H. SUSPENSION ARM   
					ENGINE   
					PULLEY   
					MANDREL   
					PULLEY   
					WITH PARKING BRAKE “ENGAGED”   
					1-1/2"   
					IDLER   
					PULLEYS   
					RETAINER   
					SPRING   
					NUT “A”   
					JAM NUT   
					MANDREL   
					PULLEY   
					OPERATING ARM   
					FIG. 18   
					FIG. 19   
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				SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS   
					TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT   
					FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER   
					(See Fig. 20)   
					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 center/department.   
					Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.   
					For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on   
					bottom side of left footrest.   
					BELT REMOVAL -   
					TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS   
					(See Fig. 21)   
					• 
					Remove mower (See “TO REMOVE MOWER” in this   
					section of manual).   
					• 
					• 
					Block up axle securely.   
					NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt and position of all   
					belt guides and keepers.   
					Removeaxlecover, retainingringandwasherstoallow   
					wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do   
					not lose).   
					• 
					• 
					• 
					Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler.   
					Remove belt downward from around engine pulley.   
					Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Remove belt   
					upwards from transaxle pulley by deflecting belt keep-   
					ers.   
					Remove belt from center span keeper and pull belt   
					away from tractor.   
					• 
					• 
					Repair tire and reassemble.   
					On 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.   
					BELT INSTALLATION -   
					• 
					Carefully work new belt down between transaxle belt   
					keepers and onto the input pulley.   
					Slide belt into the center span keeper.   
					Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll around the top   
					groove of engine pulley.   
					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.   
					• 
					• 
					• 
					• 
					• 
					Install belt through stationary idler and clutching   
					idler.   
					Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all   
					belt guides and keepers.   
					Install mower (See “TO INSTALL MOWER” in this sec-   
					tion of manual).   
					WASHERS   
					RETAINING RING   
					AXLE COVER   
					ENGINE   
					PULLEY   
					SQUARE KEY   
					(REAR WHEEL ONLY)   
					CLUTCHING   
					IDLER   
					STATIONARY   
					IDLER   
					FIG. 21   
					TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY   
					(See Fig. 22)   
					CENTER SPAN   
					KEEPER   
					TRANSAXLE   
					PULLEY   
					WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen-   
					erate explosive gases. Keep sparks,   
					flameandsmokingmaterialsawayfrom   
					batteries. Always wear eye protection   
					when around batteries.   
					If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be   
					recharged. (See "BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE sec-   
					tion of this manual).   
					00811   
					If “jumper cables” are used for emergency starting, follow   
					this procedure:   
					FIG. 20   
					IMPORTANT: YOURTRACTOR IS EQUIPPEDWITH A 12VOLT   
					SYSTEM. THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT   
					SYSTEM. DO NOT USEYOUR TRACTOR BATTERY TO START   
					OTHER VEHICLES.   
					TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-   
					MENT   
					If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right)   
					whenwheelsarepositionedstraightforward,removesteer-   
					ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly   
					section of this manual.   
					TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -   
					• 
					Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE   
					(+) terminal of each battery(A-B), taking care not to   
					short against tractor chassis.   
					• 
					• 
					ConnectoneendoftheBLACKcabletotheNEGATIVE   
					(-) terminal (C) of fully charged battery.   
					Connect the other end of the BLACK cable (D) to good   
					chassis ground, away from fuel tank and battery.   
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				SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS   
					TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -   
					• 
					BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully   
					charged battery.   
					KEPS   
					NUT   
					TERMINAL   
					COVER   
					• 
					RED cable last from both batteries.   
					HEX   
					BOLT   
					02603   
					POSITIVE (RED)   
					CABLE   
					NEGATIVE   
					(BLACK) CABLE   
					02614   
					FIG. 24   
					WEAK OR DEAD   
					BATTERY   
					FULLY CHARGED   
					BATTERY   
					TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB   
					FIG. 22   
					• 
					• 
					Raise hood.   
					Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the   
					grill.   
					REPLACING BATTERY (See Figs. 23 and 24)   
					• 
					• 
					Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely   
					back into the hole in the backside of the grill.   
					Close hood.   
					WARNING: Do not short battery   
					terminals by allowing a wrench or any   
					other object to contact both terminals   
					at the same time. Before connect-   
					ing battery, remove metal bracelets,   
					wristwatch bands, rings, etc.   
					Positive terminal must be connected   
					first to prevent sparking from acci-   
					dental grounding.   
					INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS   
					Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run   
					poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.   
					• 
					Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the   
					Repair Parts section.   
					• 
					• 
					Lift seat pan to raised position.   
					DisconnectBLACKbatterycablefirstthenREDbattery   
					cable and carefully remove battery from tractor.   
					Install new battery with terminals in same position as   
					old battery.   
					First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) terminal   
					with hex bolt and keps nut as shown.Tighten securely.   
					Slide terminal cover over terminal.   
					TO REPLACE FUSE   
					Replace with 20 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The   
					fuse holder is located behind the dash.   
					• 
					• 
					• 
					Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) ter-   
					minal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten   
					securely.   
					SEAT PAN   
					02602   
					FIG. 23   
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				SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS   
					TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY   
					ENGINE   
					(See Fig. 25)   
					TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE   
					The throttle control has been preset at the factory and   
					adjustment should not be necessary. If adjustment is nec-   
					essary, see engine manual.   
					• 
					• 
					• 
					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 procedure.   
					TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL   
					The choke control has been preset at the factory and ad-   
					justment should not be necessary. If adjustment is neces-   
					sary, see engne manual.   
					HOOD   
					TO ADJUST CARBURETOR   
					Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine does not   
					operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems,   
					take your tractor to an authorized service center for repair   
					and/or adjustment.   
					HEADLIGHT   
					WIRE   
					CONNECTOR   
					02778   
					FIG. 25   
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				STORAGE   
					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.   
					ENGINE   
					FUEL SYSTEM   
					IMPORTANT: ITISIMPORTANTTOPREVENTGUMDEPOSITS   
					FROMFORMINGINESSENTIALFUELSYSTEMPARTSSUCH   
					AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK   
					DURING STORAGE. ALSO, EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT   
					ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING   
					ETHANOLORMETHANOL)CANATTRACTMOISTUREWHICH   
					LEADSTOSEPARATIONANDFORMATIONOFACIDSDURING   
					STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM   
					OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.   
					WARNING: Never store the tractor with   
					gasoline in the tank inside a building   
					where fumes may reach an open flame   
					orspark. Allowtheenginetocoolbefore   
					storing in any enclosure.   
					TRACTOR   
					• 
					• 
					• 
					Empty the fuel tank by starting 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.   
					Removemowerfromtractorforwinterstorage. Whenmower   
					istobestoredforaperiodoftime,cleanitthoroughly,remove   
					all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area.   
					• 
					Clean entire tractor (See “CLEANING” in the Mainte-   
					nance section of this manual).   
					Use fresh fuel next season.   
					NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in mini-   
					mizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage.   
					Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container.   
					Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container.   
					Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to   
					allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do not empty   
					the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.   
					• 
					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 Maintenance section of this   
					manual.   
					Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely   
					fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage   
					and wear. Replace if necessary.   
					ENGINE OIL   
					• 
					Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand   
					lightly before painting.   
					Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean en-   
					gine oil. (See “ENGINE” in the Maintenance section of   
					this manual).   
					BATTERY   
					CYLINDER(S)   
					• 
					• 
					Fully charge the battery for storage.   
					• 
					• 
					Remove spark plug(s).   
					After a period of time in storage, battery may require   
					recharging.   
					Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into   
					cylinder(s).   
					• 
					To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during   
					long periods of storage, battery cables should be dis-   
					connected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see “TO   
					CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS” in the Mainte-   
					nance section of this manual).   
					• 
					• 
					Turn ignition key to “START”position for a few seconds   
					to distribute oil.   
					Replace with new spark plug(s).   
					• 
					• 
					After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place   
					cables where they cannot come in contact with battery   
					terminals.   
					If battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not   
					store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces.   
					OTHER   
					• 
					• 
					Do not store gasoline from one season to another.   
					Replace 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   
					will cause your tractor to rust.   
					IMPORTANT: NEVERCOVERTRACTORWHILEENGINE AND   
					EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.   
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				TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS   
					PROBLEM   
					CAUSE   
					CORRECTION   
					Will not start   
					1. Out of fuel.   
					1. Fill fuel tank.   
					2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly.   
					3. Engine flooded.   
					4. Bad spark plug.   
					5. Dirty air filter.   
					2. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section.   
					3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start.   
					4. Replace spark plug.   
					5. Clean/replace air filter.   
					6. Dirty fuel filter.   
					6. Replace fuel filter.   
					7. Water in fuel.   
					7. Empty fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh   
					gasoline and replace fuel filter.   
					8. Loose or damaged wiring.   
					8. Check all wiring.   
					9. Carburetor out of adjustment.   
					9. See “To Adjust Carburetor” in Service Adjustments   
					section.   
					10. Engine valves out of adjustment.   
					10. Contact an authorized service center/department.   
					Hard to start   
					1. Dirty air filter.   
					1. Clean/replace air filter.   
					2. Bad spark plug.   
					2. Replace spark plug.   
					3. Weak or dead battery.   
					4. Dirty fuel filter.   
					3. Recharge or replace battery.   
					4. Replace fuel filter.   
					5. Stale or dirty fuel.   
					6. Loose or damaged wiring.   
					7. Carburetor out of adjustment.   
					5. Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh, clean gasoline.   
					6. Check all wiring.   
					7. See “To Adjust Carburetor” in Service Adjustments   
					section.   
					8. Engine valves out of adjustment.   
					8. Contact an authorized service center/department.   
					Engine will not turn over   
					1. Clutch/brake pedal not depressed.   
					2. Attachment clutch is engaged.   
					3. Weak or dead battery.   
					1. Depress clutch/brake pedal.   
					2. Disengage attachment clutch.   
					3. Recharge or replace battery.   
					4. Replace fuse.   
					4. Blown fuse.   
					5. Corroded battery terminals.   
					6. Loose or damaged wiring.   
					7. Faulty ignition switch.   
					8. Faulty solenoid or starter.   
					9. Faulty operator presence switch(es).   
					5. Clean battery terminals.   
					6. Check all wiring.   
					7. Check/replace ignition switch.   
					8. Check/replace solenoid or starter.   
					9. Contact an authorized service center/department.   
					Engine clicks but will not   
					start   
					1. Weak or dead battery.   
					1. Recharge or replace battery.   
					2. Clean battery terminals.   
					3. Check all wiring.   
					2. Corroded battery terminals.   
					3. Loose or damaged wiring.   
					4. Faulty solenoid or starter.   
					4. Check/replace solenoid or starter.   
					Loss of power   
					1. Cutting too much grass/too fast.   
					2. Throttle in “CHOKE” position.   
					3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower.   
					4. Dirty air filter.   
					1. Raise cutting height/reduce speed.   
					2. Adjust throttle control.   
					3. Clean underside of mower housing.   
					4. Clean/replace air filter.   
					5. Low oil level/dirty oil.   
					6. Faulty spark plug.   
					7. Dirty fuel filter.   
					5. Check oil level/change oil.   
					6. Clean and regap or change spark plug.   
					7. Replace fuel filter.   
					8. Stale or dirty fuel.   
					9. Water in fuel.   
					8. Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh, clean gasoline.   
					9. Empty fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh   
					gasoline and replace fuel filter.   
					10. Spark plug wire loose.   
					11. Dirty engine air screen/fins.   
					12. Dirty/clogged muffler.   
					10. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.   
					11. Clean engine air screen/fins.   
					12. Clean/replace muffler.   
					13. Loose or damaged wiring.   
					14. Carburetor out of adjustment.   
					13. Check all wiring.   
					14. See “To Adjust Carburetor” in Service Adjustments   
					section.   
					15. Engine valves out of adjustment.   
					15. Contact an authorized service center/department.   
					Excessive vibration   
					1. Worn, bent or loose blade.   
					2. Bent blade mandrel.   
					1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.   
					2. Replace blade mandrel.   
					3. Loose/damaged part(s).   
					3. Tighten loose part(s). Replace damaged parts.   
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				TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS   
					PROBLEM   
					CAUSE   
					CORRECTION   
					Engine continues to run   
					when operator leaves seat   
					with attachment clutch   
					engaged   
					1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system.   
					1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not   
					corrected, contact an authorized service center/   
					department.   
					Poor cut - uneven   
					1. Worn, bent or loose blade.   
					2. Mower deck not level.   
					1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.   
					2. Level mower deck.   
					3. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower.   
					4. Bent blade mandrel.   
					3. Clean underside of mower housing.   
					4. Replace blade mandrel.   
					5. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of   
					grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.   
					5. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.   
					Mower blades will not   
					rotate   
					1. Obstruction in clutch mechanism.   
					2. Worn/damaged mower drive belt.   
					3. Frozen idler pulley.   
					1. Remove obstruction.   
					2. Replace mower drive belt.   
					3. Replace idler pulley.   
					4. Frozen blade mandrel.   
					4. Replace blade mandrel.   
					Poor grass discharge   
					1. Engine speed too slow.   
					2. Travel speed too fast.   
					1. Place throttle control in “FAST” position.   
					2. Shift to slower speed.   
					3. Wet grass.   
					4. Mower deck not level.   
					3. Allow grass to dry before mowing.   
					4. Level mower deck.   
					5. Low/uneven tire air pressure.   
					6. Worn, bent or loose blade.   
					7. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower.   
					8. Mower drive belt worn.   
					5. Check tires for proper air pressure.   
					6. Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt.   
					7. Clean underside of mower housing.   
					8. Replace mower drive belt.   
					9. Blades improperly installed.   
					10. Improper blades used.   
					11. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of   
					grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.   
					9. Reinstall blades sharp edge down.   
					10. Replace with blades listed in this manual.   
					11. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.   
					Headlight(s) not working   
					(if so equipped)   
					1. Switch is “OFF”.   
					1. Turn switch “ON”.   
					2. Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned out.   
					3. Faulty light switch.   
					4. Loose or damaged wiring.   
					5. Blown fuse.   
					2. Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s).   
					3. Check/replace light switch.   
					4. Check wiring and connections.   
					5. Replace fuse.   
					Battery will not charge   
					1. Bad battery cell(s).   
					1. Replace battery.   
					2. Poor cable connections.   
					3. Faulty regulator (if so equipped).   
					4. Faulty alternator.   
					2. Check/clean all connections.   
					3. Replace regulator.   
					4. Replace alternator.   
					Engine “backfires” when   
					turning engine “OFF”   
					1. Engine throttle control not set at “SLOW”   
					position for 30 seconds before stopping engine.   
					1. Move throttle control to “SLOW” position and allow   
					to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine.   
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					SCHEMATIC   
					RED   
					BLACK   
					BATTERY   
					FUSE   
					RED   
					RED   
					A 
					M 
					STARTER   
					AMMETER   
					(OPTIONAL)   
					BLACK   
					WHITE   
					SOLENOID   
					RED   
					S 
					B 
					M 
					CLUTCH / BRAKE   
					(PEDAL UP)   
					G 
					A1   
					A2   
					WHITE   
					L 
					SEAT SWITCH   
					(NOT OCCUPIED)   
					IGNITION   
					SWITCH   
					WHITE   
					BLACK   
					BLACK   
					BLACK   
					BLACK   
					ATT'MENT CLUTCH   
					(CLUTCH OFF)   
					GROUNDING   
					CONNECTOR   
					BLACK   
					HOUR   
					METER   
					(OPTIONAL)   
					SPARK   
					PLUG   
					BLACK   
					IGNITION   
					UNIT   
					GAP   
					FUEL   
					LINE   
					(2 PLUGS ON   
					TWIN CYL. ENGINES)   
					BLUE   
					CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT   
					3 AMP DC @ 3600 RPM   
					28 VOLTS AC MIN. @ 3600 RPM   
					(CHARGING SYSTEM DISCONNECTED)   
					RED   
					FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID   
					(IF SO EQUIPPED)   
					LIGHTING SYSTEM OUTPUT   
					5 AMP AC @ 3600 RPM   
					ALTERNATOR   
					DIODE   
					ORANGE   
					14 VOLTS AC MIN. @ 3600 RPM (LIGHTS OFF)   
					NOTE   
					YOUR TRACTOR IS   
					BROWN   
					BLACK   
					EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL   
					ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.   
					THE LIGHTS ARE NOT   
					CONNECTED TO THE   
					BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR   
					OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE.   
					BECAUSE OF THIS, THE   
					HEADLIGHTS   
					BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS   
					WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE   
					SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS   
					WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS   
					SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS   
					WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.   
					NON-REMOVABLE   
					CONNECTIONS   
					IGNITION SWITCH   
					REMOVABLE   
					POSITION CIRCUIT “MAKE”   
					CONNECTIONS   
					OFF   
					RUN/LIGHT   
					M+G+A1   
					B+A1   
					NONE   
					A2+L   
					WIRING INSULATED CLIPS   
					NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR   
					SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO   
					PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.   
					RUN   
					B+A1   
					NONE   
					START B + S + A1 NONE   
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					ELECTRICAL   
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					21   
					42   
					24   
					41   
					43   
					27   
					27   
					40   
					26   
					27   
					27   
					25   
					16   
					16   
					33   
					30   
					48   
					52   
					8 
					29   
					28   
					27   
					2 
					1 
					90   
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					ELECTRICAL   
					KEY PART   
					NO. NO.   
					DESCRIPTION   
					1 
					163465   
					Battery   
					2 
					74760412   
					176689   
					176138   
					183759   
					4152J   
					Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 unc x 3/4   
					Box Battery   
					8 
					16   
					21   
					22   
					24   
					25   
					26   
					27   
					28   
					29   
					30   
					33   
					40   
					41   
					42   
					43   
					48   
					52   
					90   
					Switch Interlock   
					Harness Asm Light W/4152j   
					Bulb Light #1156   
					Cable Battery 6 Ga. 11"red   
					Cable Battery   
					4799J   
					146147   
					175158   
					73510400   
					4207J   
					Fuse 20 AMP   
					Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 unc   
					Cable Ground 6 Ga. 12"black   
					Switch Plunger Nc Gray   
					Switch Ign   
					121305X   
					175566   
					140401   
					179720   
					71110408   
					131563   
					178861   
					140844   
					141940   
					180449   
					Key Ign   
					Harness Ign   
					Bolt Blk Fin Hex 1/4-20   
					Cover Terminal Red   
					Solenoid   
					Adapter Ammeter   
					Protection Wire Loop   
					Cover Terminal Battery   
					NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.   
					inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm.   
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					CHASSIS   
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					212   
					17   
					28   
					30   
					24   
					39   
					18   
					24   
					166   
					25   
					26   
					25   
					26   
					9 
					5 
					31   
					5 
					209   
					209   
					11   
					15   
					208   
					209   
					209   
					8 
					209   
					6 
					1 
					26   
					16   
					13   
					209   
					35   
					145   
					37   
					37   
					33   
					10   
					209   
					35   
					2 
					205   
					34   
					208   
					38   
					26   
					206   
					209   
					38   
					205   
					Chassis-Elite_Basic_LT_5   
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					CHASSIS   
					KEY PART   
					NO. NO.   
					DESCRIPTION   
					1 
					174620   
					176554   
					155272   
					Chassis   
					Drawbar, Stretch   
					Bumper, Hood/Dash   
					2 
					5 
					6 
					174643X014 Saddle Silkscreen   
					155138 Clip Retainer Slide-On   
					168347X011 Dash   
					8 
					9 
					10   
					11   
					13   
					15   
					16   
					17   
					18   
					24   
					25   
					26   
					28   
					29   
					30   
					31   
					33   
					34   
					35   
					37   
					38   
					39   
					72140608   
					174996   
					Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1   
					Panel Dash LH   
					179174X010 Panel Slkscr Dash RH   
					74180512   
					73510500   
					183394X428 Hood   
					184921   
					74780616   
					19131312   
					73800600   
					183826   
					183824X599 Lens Grille Basic Bar   
					169465X428 Fender   
					136619   
					Screw Mach TRHD 5/16-18 unc x 3/4   
					Nut Keps 5/16-18 unc   
					Bumper Hood   
					Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1 Gr. 5   
					Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga.   
					Nut Lock Hex w/Ins 3/8-16 unc   
					Grille/Lens Asm.   
					Bracket Fender Repl 109873X   
					179716X428 Footrest Pnt LH   
					179717X428 Footrest Pnt RH   
					72110606   
					17490508   
					175710   
					Bolt Rdhd Sht Sqnk 3/8-16 x 3/4   
					Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 TYT   
					Bracket Asm. Pivot Mower   
					Bracket Pivot   
					174714   
					145 156524   
					166 171875   
					205 17490608   
					206 170165   
					208 17670608   
					209 17000612   
					212 183823   
					Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood   
					Screw Hwhd Hi-Lo #13-16 x 5/8   
					Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2   
					Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18   
					Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2   
					Screw Hex Wsh Thdrol 3/8-16   
					Insert Lens Reflect   
					---   
					5479J   
					Plug Button Blk 359 Dia Choke   
					NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches   
					1 inch = 25.4 mm.   
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					DRIVE   
					57   
					120   
					63   
					65   
					21   
					8 
					212   
					59   
					12   
					70   
					66   
					116   
					7 
					61   
					10   
					13   
					12   
					56   
					55   
					64   
					14   
					112   
					18   
					41   
					113   
					202   
					16   
					50   
					11   
					51   
					150   
					48   
					5 
					18   
					38   
					52   
					30   
					170   
					6 
					32   
					6 
					6 
					151   
					51   
					27   
					49   
					47   
					39   
					32   
					30   
					52   
					4 
					263   
					3 
					62   
					120   
					35   
					77   
					37   
					36   
					263   
					34   
					79   
					26   
					28   
					24   
					36   
					19   
					35   
					25   
					2 
					53   
					15   
					77   
					74   
					29   
					96   
					26   
					78   
					26   
					76   
					22   
					27   
					1 
					75   
					drive-saddle_33   
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					DRIVE   
					KEY PART   
					NO. NO.   
					KEY PART   
					NO. NO.   
					DESCRIPTION   
					DESCRIPTION   
					1 
					- - - - - - -   
					Transaxle Dana Model D4360-139   
					(Order parts from transaxle manu-   
					facturer)   
					48   
					49   
					50   
					51   
					52   
					53   
					55   
					56   
					57   
					59   
					61   
					62   
					63   
					64   
					65   
					66   
					70   
					74   
					75   
					76   
					77   
					78   
					79   
					96   
					154407   
					Bellcrank Clutch Grnd Drv STL   
					Retainer Belt Style Spring   
					Bolt Carr Sh 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5   
					Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 unc   
					Nut Crownlock 5/16-18 unc   
					Link Clutch 7 66   
					Spring Return Clutch 6 75   
					Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4   
					V-Belt Ground Drive 95   
					Keeper Belt Chassis Span Ctr   
					Screw 3/8-16 x .875   
					Cover Pedal Blk Round   
					Engine Pulley LT/YT   
					Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr. 5   
					Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 7/16   
					Keeper Belt Engine   
					Guide Belt Mower Drive RH   
					Spacer Axle   
					Washer 25/32 x 1 1/4 x 16 Ga.   
					E-ring #5133-75   
					123205X   
					72110612   
					73680600   
					73680500   
					105710X   
					105709X   
					17060620   
					160855   
					2 
					146682   
					Spring Return Brake   
					3 
					123666X   
					12000028   
					121520X   
					17000512   
					162240   
					Pulley Transaxle 18"tires   
					Ring Retainer # 5100-62   
					Strap Torque 30 Degrees RH   
					Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4   
					Plate Rod Shift T/a   
					Rod Shifter Blk   
					4 
					5 
					6 
					7 
					8 
					131679   
					169691   
					17120614   
					8883R   
					175410   
					173937   
					10040700   
					154778   
					134683   
					10   
					11   
					12   
					13   
					14   
					15   
					16   
					18   
					19   
					21   
					22   
					24   
					25   
					26   
					27   
					28   
					29   
					30   
					32   
					34   
					35   
					36   
					37   
					38   
					39   
					41   
					47   
					76020416   
					105701X   
					19151216   
					74550412   
					10040400   
					74490544   
					73800500   
					74780616   
					73800600   
					106933X   
					130804   
					Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 Cad   
					Washer Plate Shf 388 Sq Hole   
					Washer 15/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.   
					Bolt 1/4-28 unf Gr. 8 w/Patch   
					Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1/4   
					Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5   
					Nut 5/16-18   
					Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1 Gr. 5   
					Nut lock Hex w/Ins 3/8-16 Unc   
					Knob Rd 1/2-13 Plstc Thds Blk   
					Rod Brake LT   
					Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 unc   
					Spring Rod Brake 2 00 Zinc   
					Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga.   
					Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 Cad   
					Rod Brake Parking LT/YT   
					Cap Brake Parking Black   
					Bracket Transmission   
					109502X   
					121749X   
					12000001   
					123583X   
					121748X   
					2228M   
					Key Square 2 0 x 1845/ 1865   
					Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.   
					Key Woodruff   
					73350600   
					106888X   
					19131316   
					76020412   
					175765   
					71673   
					174973   
					4497H   
					Retainer Spring 1"   
					112 19091210   
					113 127285X   
					116 72140608   
					120 73900600   
					150 175456   
					151 19133210   
					170 187414   
					202 72110614   
					212 145212   
					263 17000612   
					Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga.   
					Strap Torque 90 Degrees LH   
					Bolt Rdhd Sq Neck 3/8-16 x 1   
					Nut Lock Flg 3/8-16   
					74760512   
					175578   
					Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 x 3/4   
					Shaft Asm Pedal Foot Nibbed   
					Bearing Nylon Blk 629 Id   
					Washer 21/32 x 1 x 16 Ga.   
					Pin Roll 3/16 x 1"   
					Spacer Retainer Lt   
					Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.   
					Keeper, Belt Transaxle   
					Bolt Carr Sh 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Gr. 5   
					Nut Hex Flg Lock   
					120183X   
					19211616   
					1572H   
					179114   
					Pulley Composite Flat   
					Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4   
					72110622   
					175556   
					Bolt 3/8-16 x 2-3/4   
					NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches   
					Keeper Belt Idler   
					1 inch = 25.4 mm   
					127783   
					Pulley Idler V Groove Plastic   
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					STEERING   
					38   
					12   
					39   
					1 
					41   
					42   
					37   
					37   
					36   
					44   
					51   
					54   
					88   
					91   
					43   
					71   
					68   
					67   
					67   
					29   
					46   
					8 
					47   
					67   
					6 
					9 
					13   
					17   
					65   
					46   
					2 
					8 
					6 
					7 
					9 
					9 
					5 
					47   
					7 
					9 
					3 
					32   
					5 
					68   
					82   
					11   
					29   
					4 
					26   
					43   
					15   
					40   
					15   
					29   
					43   
					95   
					28   
					30   
					8 
					15   
					10   
					steering_pl.lt_46   
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					STEERING   
					KEY PART   
					NO. NO.   
					DESCRIPTION   
					1 
					140044X428 Wheel Steering   
					2 
					175131   
					Axle Asm   
					3 
					169840   
					Spindle Asm LH   
					4 
					169839   
					Spindle Asm RH   
					5 
					6266H   
					Bearing Race Thrust Harden   
					Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.   
					Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.   
					Ring Klip #t5304-75   
					Bearing Col Strg Blk   
					Link Drag   
					6 
					121748X   
					19272016   
					12000029   
					3366R   
					7 
					8 
					9 
					10   
					11   
					12   
					13   
					15   
					17   
					26   
					28   
					29   
					30   
					32   
					36   
					37   
					38   
					39   
					40   
					41   
					42   
					43   
					44   
					46   
					47   
					51   
					54   
					65   
					67   
					68   
					71   
					82   
					88   
					91   
					95   
					175121   
					10040600   
					73940800   
					136518   
					Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3/8   
					Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20   
					Spacer earing Axle Front   
					Hexflange Lock   
					145212   
					180641   
					Shaft Asm Strg   
					126847X   
					19131416   
					17000612   
					76020412   
					130465   
					Bushing Link Drag Blk LR   
					Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.   
					Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4   
					Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 Cad   
					Rod Tie Wire Form 19 75 Mech   
					Bushing Strg 5/8 Id Dash   
					Screw   
					155099   
					152927   
					140045X428 Cap Wheel Steer Ayp   
					19183812   
					73540600   
					186737   
					Washer 9/16 x 2-3/8   
					Nut Crownlock 3/8-24   
					Adaptor Wheel Strg   
					145054X428 Boot Dash Mtl Steering Blk   
					121749X   
					180640   
					121232X   
					183226   
					73540400   
					71130420   
					160367   
					Washer 25/32 x 1 1/4 x 16 Ga.   
					Extension Steering   
					Cap Spindle Fr Top Blk   
					Fitting Grease   
					Nut 1/4-28   
					Bolt Hex 1/4-28 x 1-1/4   
					Spacer Brace Axle   
					Bolt RDHD SQNK 3/8-16 x 2-1/4   
					Brace Axle   
					Steering Asm.   
					72110618   
					169827   
					175146   
					169835   
					Bracket Susp Chassis Front   
					Bolt Shoulder 7/16-20   
					Clip Steering   
					175118   
					175553   
					188967   
					Washer Harden .793 x 1.637 x 060   
					NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches   
					1 inch = 25.4 mm.   
					35   
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				REPAIR PARTS   
					TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO15538B   
					ENGINE   
					3 
					2 
					72   
					1 
					81   
					13   
					4 
					78   
					38   
					14   
					32   
					78   
					44   
					46   
					45   
					33   
					23   
					37   
					31   
					29   
					33   
					40   
					OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT   
					Spark Arrester   
					engine-bs.1cyl_49   
					KEY PART   
					NO. NO.   
					KEY PART   
					NO. NO.   
					DESCRIPTION   
					DESCRIPTION   
					44   
					45   
					46   
					72   
					78   
					81   
					17670412   
					Screw Thdrol 1/4-20 x 3/4   
					Screw Hex Wsh Thdrol 3/8-16   
					Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.   
					Screw Scocket Head 5/16-18 x 1   
					Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4   
					1 
					2 
					3 
					170551   
					17720408   
					- - - - - - - -   
					Control Th/ch Flag   
					17000612   
					19091416   
					183906   
					Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2   
					Engine, B&S 282H07   
					(Order parts from engine manufac-   
					turer)   
					17060620   
					73510400   
					Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 unc   
					4 
					137352   
					165291   
					148456   
					169837   
					137180   
					184900   
					140527   
					123487X   
					137040   
					181654   
					124028X   
					Muffler Exhaust B&S   
					Gasket Eng 1 313 Id Tin Plated   
					Tube Drain Oil Easy   
					Shield BRN/DBR Guard   
					Kit Spark Arrestor (Flat Scrn)   
					Tank Fuel Front   
					13   
					14   
					23   
					29   
					31   
					32   
					33   
					37   
					38   
					40   
					NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches   
					1 inch = 25.4 mm   
					For engine service and replacement parts, call the toll free   
					number for your engine manufacturer listed below:   
					Briggs & Stratton   
					Kohler Co.   
					Tecumseh Products   
					Honda Engines   
					Kawasaki   
					1-800-233-3723   
					1-800-544-2444   
					1-800-558-5402   
					1-800-426-7701   
					1-949-460-5688   
					Cap Asm Fuel   
					Clamp Hose   
					Line Fuel 20"   
					Plug Drain Oil   
					Bushing Snap Nyl Blk Fuel Line   
					36   
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					TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO15538B   
					SEAT   
					1 
					8 
					8 
					9 
					9 
					7 
					14   
					7 
					10   
					5 
					6 
					22   
					21   
					2 
					24   
					5 
					26   
					16   
					25   
					15   
					23   
					4 
					13   
					3 
					17   
					12   
					seat_lt.bolt_1   
					KEY PART   
					NO. NO.   
					KEY PART   
					NO. NO.   
					DESCRIPTION   
					DESCRIPTION   
					1 
					175389   
					Seat   
					14   
					15   
					16   
					17   
					21   
					22   
					23   
					24   
					25   
					26   
					72050412   
					Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4 - 20 x 1 -1/2   
					Spacer Split .28 x .96   
					2 
					140551   
					Bracket Seat Pivot   
					134300   
					3 
					71110616   
					19131610   
					145006   
					73800600   
					124181X   
					17000616   
					19131614   
					182493   
					Bolt Hex 3/8 - 16 x 1   
					Washer 13/32 x 1 x10 Ga.   
					Clip Push-In Hinged   
					Nut Lock Hex w/Ins 3/8 - 16   
					Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 Blk Zi   
					Screw 3/8-16 x 1.5   
					Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga.   
					Pan Pnt Seat (Blk)   
					Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch   
					Bushing Snap Blk Nyl   
					121250X   
					123976X   
					171852   
					73800500   
					71110814   
					19171912   
					127018X   
					10040800   
					Spring Cprsn   
					4 
					Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Flg   
					5 
					Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 unc-2A   
					Nut Lock Hex w/Ins 5/16 - 18   
					Bolt Hex   
					6 
					7 
					8 
					Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Ga.   
					Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62   
					Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 1/2   
					9 
					10   
					12   
					13   
					121246X   
					121248X   
					NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches   
					1 inch = 25.4 mm.   
					37   
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					TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO15538B   
					DECALS   
					2 
					14   
					12   
					7 
					6 
					15   
					9 
					5 
					5 
					16   
					4 
					3 
					1 
					17   
					KEY PART   
					NO. NO.   
					KEY PART   
					NO. NO.   
					DESCRIPTION   
					DESCRIPTION   
					1 
					2 
					3 
					4 
					5 
					6 
					7 
					9 
					181251   
					Decal, Clutch/Brake Eng/Fr   
					Decal, Replacement   
					Decal, Engine HP   
					Decal Warning   
					12   
					14   
					15   
					16   
					17   
					- -   
					188977   
					188978   
					145005   
					157163   
					136832   
					138311   
					190785   
					190786   
					Decal, Hood RH   
					Decal, Hood LH   
					189806   
					184769   
					170563   
					188979   
					157140   
					158168   
					158166   
					Decal, Caution, Battery   
					Decal, Oper Sdl P/L Gear Dr Eng   
					Decal, V-Belt Sch.   
					Decal, Handle Lft Height Adj.   
					Manual, Owner's English   
					Manual, Owner's French   
					Decal, SDPNL   
					Decal, Fender Danger English   
					Decal Ins Str Wh   
					Decal Fender   
					- -   
					- -   
					KEY PART   
					NO. NO.   
					WHEELS & TIRES   
					DESCRIPTION   
					1 
					1 
					59192   
					Cap, Tire valve   
					2 
					5,8   
					2 
					65139   
					Stem, Valve   
					3 
					106222X   
					59904   
					106732X624 Rim assembly, 6"front   
					278H   
					9040H   
					106108X624 Rim assembly, 8" rear   
					106268X   
					7152J   
					Tire, Front   
					4,10   
					4 
					Tube, Front (Service item only)   
					7 
					5 
					3,9   
					6 
					Fitting, Grease (Front wheel only)   
					Bearing, Flange (Front wheel only)   
					7 
					6 
					11   
					8 
					9 
					Tire, Rear   
					Tube, Rear (Service item only)   
					10   
					11   
					- -   
					104757X428 Cap, Hub Axle   
					144334   
					Sealant, Tire (10 oz. Tube)   
					NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches   
					1 inch = 25.4 mm   
					wheel_1   
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					TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO15538B   
					MOWER LIFT   
					7 
					8 
					5 
					1 
					4 
					3 
					13   
					2 
					4 
					6 
					6 
					11   
					5 
					12   
					13   
					19   
					20   
					20   
					13   
					18   
					17   
					16   
					15   
					20   
					31   
					32   
					19   
					20   
					15   
					13   
					31   
					32   
					lift-rh.1piece_3   
					KEY PART   
					NO. NO.   
					KEY PART   
					NO. NO.   
					DESCRIPTION   
					DESCRIPTION   
					1 
					159461   
					Wire Asm Inner/Sprg w/plunger   
					Shaft Asm Lift RH   
					15   
					16   
					17   
					18   
					19   
					20   
					31   
					32   
					173288   
					73350800   
					175689   
					Link Front   
					Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 unc   
					Trunnion   
					Nut Lockw/Wsh 1/2-13 unc   
					Arm Suspension Rear   
					Retainer, Spring   
					2 
					159476   
					3 
					188822   
					Pin Groove   
					4 
					12000002   
					19211621   
					120183X   
					109413X   
					124526X   
					139865   
					E Ring #5133-62   
					73800800   
					139868   
					5 
					Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga.   
					Bearing Nylon Blk 629 Id   
					Grip Handle Bicycle Matte Blk   
					Button Plunger Black   
					Link Lift LH Fixed Length   
					Link Lift RH Fixed Length   
					Retainer Spring   
					6 
					163552   
					7 
					169865   
					Bearing Pvt Lift   
					Nut Crownlock 3/8-24   
					8 
					73540600   
					11   
					12   
					13   
					NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches   
					139866   
					4939M   
					1 inch = 25.4 mm.   
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					TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO15538B   
					MOWER DECK   
					40   
					146   
					89   
					68   
					67   
					148   
					107   
					4 
					2 
					158   
					3 
					8 
					108   
					36   
					185   
					89   
					152   
					56   
					36   
					33   
					ch_mod_7   
					t 
					42_clu   
					45   
					32   
					55   
					31   
					40   
					54   
					150   
					2 
					123   
					45   
					113   
					110   
					21   
					1 
					122   
					53   
					30   
					21   
					88   
					109   
					87   
					89   
					26   
					28   
					25   
					24   
					96   
					97   
					21   
					21   
					2 
					15   
					2 
					23   
					29   
					86   
					2 
					3 
					16   
					14   
					5 
					27   
					13   
					4 
					6 
					11   
					19   
					10   
					9 
					149   
					21   
					8 
					38_deck-manual_2   
					40   
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					TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO15538B   
					MOWER DECK   
					KEY   
					NO.   
					PART   
					NO.   
					KEY   
					NO.   
					PART   
					NO.   
					DESCRIPTION   
					DESCRIPTION   
					1 
					170280   
					72140506   
					138017   
					169970   
					4939M   
					178024   
					850857   
					10030600   
					140296   
					138497   
					137645   
					Mower Housing Assembly   
					Bolt Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4   
					Bracket Asm Fr. Sway Bar   
					Bracket Deck Sway Bar 38"/42"   
					Retainer Spring   
					54   
					55   
					56   
					67   
					68   
					86   
					87   
					88   
					89   
					96   
					97   
					178515   
					Washer, Hardened   
					2 
					133840   
					Idler Arm Assembly   
					3 
					165723   
					106932X   
					144200   
					7631J   
					128772   
					19111216   
					19131311   
					74930620   
					73930600   
					Spacer, Retainer   
					4 
					Knob   
					5 
					V-Belt, 42" Mower   
					6 
					Bar Sway Deck   
					Runner, LH   
					8 
					Bolt 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8   
					Washer, Lock 3/8   
					Washer, Hardened   
					Blade Mower   
					Runner, RH   
					9 
					Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.   
					Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 11 Ga.   
					Bolt 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 Mulcher   
					Nut Centerlock 3/8-16 unc   
					Spacer Retainer   
					10   
					11   
					13   
					Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented   
					(Includes Key Number 6)   
					Housing, Mandrel, Vented   
					Bearing, Ball, Mandrel   
					Stripper, Vented Mower Deck   
					Bolt, Shoulder   
					107 133502   
					108 133503   
					109 74760640   
					110 142587   
					113 17060512   
					122 131289   
					123 169971   
					146 165891   
					148 169022   
					149 165898   
					150 19091216   
					152 172758   
					158 17720408   
					185 188234   
					14   
					15   
					16   
					19   
					21   
					23   
					24   
					25   
					26   
					27   
					28   
					29   
					30   
					31   
					32   
					33   
					36   
					40   
					45   
					53   
					128774   
					110485X   
					174493   
					132827   
					73680500   
					137607   
					105304X   
					123713X   
					110452X   
					Stiffener, Idler Arm   
					Bolt, Hex Hd 3/8-16 x 2-1/2   
					Upstop Deck Front 38"   
					Screw 5/16-1/ x 3/4   
					Nut   
					Rod, Brake LH   
					Bracket, Mower Deflector   
					Cap, Sleeve   
					Rod, Brake RH   
					Bolt Carriage Idler   
					Spring, Torsion, Deflector   
					Nut, Push   
					Spring Return Idler   
					Retainer Spring Yellow   
					Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.   
					Clutch Cable 38"/46"   
					Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2   
					Head Asm Cable Clutch   
					Mandrel Assembly (Includes Hous-   
					ing, Shaft and Shaft Hardware Only   
					- Pulley Not Included)   
					Replacement Mower, Complete   
					106736X428 Shield, Deflector   
					19111016   
					106735X   
					173984   
					187690   
					153532   
					178342   
					131494   
					73680600   
					4497H   
					Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.   
					Rod, Hinge   
					Screw Thdrol.   
					Washer, Spacer   
					Pulley, Mandrel   
					Nut, Toplock   
					- -   
					130794   
					Pulley, Idler, Flat   
					Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 unc   
					Retainer   
					- -   
					170317   
					NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches   
					130840   
					Brake Assembly   
					1 inch = 25.4 mm   
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				LIMITED WARRANTY   
					The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materi-   
					als and workmanship. For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser, we will repair or   
					replace, at our option, without charge for parts or labor incurred in replacing parts, any part which we find to be defective due   
					to materials or workmanship. This Warranty is subject to the following limitations and exclusions.   
					1. This warranty does not apply to the engine, other than EHP manufactured transaxle/transmission components,   
					battery (except as noted below) or components parts thereof. Please refer to the applicable manufacturer's   
					warranty on these items.   
					2. Transportation charges for the movement of any power equipment unit or attachment are the responsibility of   
					the purchaser. Transportation charges for any parts submitted for replacement under this warranty must be   
					paid by the purchaser unless such return is requested by Electrolux Home Products.   
					3. Battery Warranty: On products equipped with a Battery, we will replace, without charge to you, any battery   
					which we find to be defective in manufacture, during the first ninety (90) days of ownership. After ninety (90)   
					days, we will exchange the Battery, charging you 1/12 of the price of a new Battery for each full month from   
					the date of the original sale. Battery must be maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished.   
					4. The Warranty period for any products used for rental or commercial purposes is limited to 90 days from the   
					date of original purchase.   
					5. This Warranty applies only to products which have been properly assembled, adjusted, operated, and main-   
					tained in accordance with the instructions furnished. This Warranty does not apply to any product which has   
					been subjected to alteration, misuse, abuse, improper assembly or installation, delivery damage, or to normal   
					wear of the product.   
					6. Exclusions: Excluded from this Warranty are belts, blades, blade adapters, normal wear, normal adjustments,   
					standard hardware and normal maintenance.   
					7. In the event you have a claim under this Warranty, you must return the product to an authorized service deal-   
					er.   
					Should you have any unanswered questions concerning this Warranty, please contact:   
					In Canada contact:   
					Electrolux Home Products, Inc.   
					Electrolux Canada Corp.   
					7075 Ordan Drive   
					Mississauga, Ontario   
					L5T 1K6   
					Outdoor Products Customer Service Dept.   
					250 Bobby Jones Expressway   
					Augusta, GA 30909 USA   
					giving the model number, serial number and date of purchase of your product and the name and address of the authorized   
					dealer from whom it was purchased.   
					THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRAN-   
					TIES ARE LIMITED TO THE SAME TIME PERIODS STATED HEREIN FOR OUR EXPRESSED WARRANTIES. Some areas   
					do not allow the limitation of consequential damages or limitations of how long an implied Warranty may last, so the above limi-   
					tations or exclusions may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which   
					vary from locale to locale.   
					This is a limited Warranty within the meaning of that term as defined in the Magnuson-Moss Act of 1975.   
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				SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION   
					ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,   
					NOT ACROSS HILL   
					15 DEGREES MAX.   
					WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and   
					down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow   
					slopes greater than 15 degrees. Make turns gradually to prevent   
					tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when   
					changing direction on slopes.   
					1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above.   
					2. Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree   
					trunk or other upright structure.   
					3. Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure.   
					4. Compare the angle of the fold with the slope of the hill.   
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