Poulan Lawn Mower 191697 User Guide

MODEL NO. CO24H48STA  
24.0 HP 48 INCH  
LAWN TRACTOR  
For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor:  
call 1-800-849-1297 For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886  
191697 03.01.04 TR  
PRINTED IN U.S.A.  
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SAFETY RULES  
IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw-  
ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious  
injury or death.  
• Slow down before turning.  
WARNING: In order to prevent ac-  
cidental starting when setting up, trans-  
porting, adjusting or making repairs,  
always disconnect spark plug wire and  
place wire where it cannot contact spark  
plug.  
• Never leave a running machine unat-  
tended. Always turn off blades, set  
parking brake, stop engine, and remove  
keys before dismounting.  
Turn off blades when not mowing.  
• Stop engine before removing grass  
catcher or unclogging chute.  
• Mow only in daylight or good artificial  
light.  
• Do not operate the machine while under  
the influence of alcohol or drugs.  
• Watch for traffic when operating near or  
crossing roadways.  
• Use extra care when loading or un-  
loading the machine into a trailer or  
truck.  
• Data indicates that operators, age 60  
years and above, are involved in a large  
percentage of riding mower-related in-  
juries. These operators should evaluate  
their ability to operate the riding mower  
safely enough to protect themselves and  
others from serious injury.  
WARNING: Do not coast down a hill in  
neutral, you may lose control of the tractor.  
WARNING: Tow only the attachments  
that are recommended by and comply with  
specifi cations 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 dangerous. Tires can  
lose traction with the ground and cause  
you to lose control of your tractor.  
WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its  
constituents, and certain vehicle compo-  
nents contain or emit chemicals known  
to the State of California to cause cancer  
and birth defects or other reproductive  
harm.  
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals  
and related accessories contain lead and  
lead compounds, chemicals known to the  
State of California to cause cancer and  
birth defects or other reproductive harm.  
Wash hands after handling.  
• Keep machine free of grass , leaves or  
other debris build-up which can touch  
hot exhaust / engine parts and burn . Do  
not allow the mower deck to plow leaves  
or other debris which can cause build-  
up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel  
spillage before operating or storing the  
machine . Allow machine to cool before  
storage.  
I. GENERAL OPERATION  
• Read, understand, and follow all instruc-  
tions in the manual and on the machine  
before starting.  
• Only allow responsible adults, who are  
familiar with the instructions, to operate  
the machine.  
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,  
toys, wire, etc., which could be picked  
up and thrown by the blade.  
II. SLOPE OPERATION  
Slopes are a major factor related to loss-  
of-control and tipover accidents, which can  
result in severe injury or death. All slopes  
require extra caution. If you cannot back  
up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do  
not mow it.  
• Be sure the area is clear of other people  
before mowing. Stop machine if anyone  
enters the area.  
DO:  
• Mow up and down slopes, not across.  
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree  
limbs, etc.  
• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un-  
even terrain could overturn 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.  
• Never carry passengers.  
• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-  
lutely necessary. Always look down and  
behind before and while backing.  
• Be aware of the mower discharge direc-  
tion and do not point it at anyone. Do  
not operate the mower without either  
the entire grass catcher or the guard in  
place.  
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SAFETY RULES  
• Follow the manufacturer’s recommend-  
IV. SERVICE  
• Use extra care in handling gasoline and  
other fuels. They are flammable and  
vapors are explosive.  
ations for wheel weights or counter-  
weights to improve stability.  
• Use extra care with grass catchers or  
other attachments. These can change  
the stability of the machine.  
• Keep all movement on the slopes slow  
and gradual. Do not make sudden  
changes in speed or direction.  
• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If  
tires lose traction, disengage the blades  
and proceed slowly straight down the  
slope.  
- Use only an approved container.  
- Never remove gas cap or add fuel  
with the engine running. Allow  
engine to cool before refueling. Do  
not smoke.  
- Never refuel the machine indoors.  
- Never store the machine or fuel  
container inside where there is an  
open flame, such as a water heater.  
• Never run a machine inside a closed  
area.  
• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade  
attachment bolts, tight and keep equip-  
ment in good condition.  
• Never tamper with safety devices.  
Check their proper operation regularly.  
• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or  
other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel  
spillage. Allow machine to cool before  
storing.  
DO NOT:  
Do not turn on slopes unless neces-  
sary, and then, turn slowly and gradually  
downhill, if possible.  
Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches,  
or embankments. The mower could  
suddenly turn over if a wheel is over  
the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge  
caves in.  
Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced  
traction could cause sliding.  
Do not try to stabilize the machine by  
putting your foot on the ground.  
Do not use grass catcher on steep  
slopes.  
• Stop and inspect the equipment if you  
strike an object. Repair, if necessary,  
before restarting.  
• Never make adjustments or repairs with  
the engine running.  
• Grass catcher components are subject  
to wear, damage, and deterioration,  
which could expose moving parts or  
allow objects to be thrown. Frequently  
check components and replace with  
manufacturer's recommended parts,  
when necessary.  
• Mower blades are sharp and can cut.  
Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and  
use extra caution when servicing them.  
• Check brake operation frequently. Ad-  
just and service as required.  
III. CHILDREN  
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator  
is not alert to the presence of children.  
Children are often attracted to the ma-  
chine and the mowing activity. Never as-  
sume that children will remain where you  
last saw them.  
• Keep children out of the mowing area  
and under the watchful care of another  
responsible adult.  
• Be alert and turn machine off if children  
enter the area.  
• Before and when backing, look behind  
and down for small children.  
• Never carry children. They may fall off  
and be seriously injured or interfere with  
safe machine operation.  
• Never allow children to operate the  
machine.  
• Use extra care when approaching blind  
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects  
that may obscure vision.  
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SAFETY RULES  
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree  
• Be sure the area is clear of other people  
limbs, etc.  
before mowing. Stop machine if anyone  
enters the area.  
• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven  
terrain could overturn 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.  
• Never carry passengers or children  
even with the blades off.  
• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-  
lutely necessary. Always look down and  
behind before and while backing.  
• Never carry children. They may fall off  
and be seriously injured or interfere with  
safe machine operation.  
• Keep children out of the mowing area  
and under the watchful care of another  
responsible adult.  
• Be alert and turn machine off if children  
enter the area.  
• Before and when backing, look behind  
and down for small children.  
• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary,  
and then, turn slowly and gradually  
downhill, if possible.  
• Mow up and down slopes (15° Max), not  
across.  
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS  
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES  
• Read and observe the safety rules.  
• Follow a regular schedule in main-  
taining, caring for and using your tractor.  
• Follow the instructions under “Mainte-  
nance” and “Storage” sections of this  
owner’s manual.  
WARNING: This tractor is equipped  
with an internal combustion engine and  
should not be used on or near any unim-  
proved forest-covered, brush-covered or  
grass-covered land unless the engine’s  
exhaust system is equipped with a spark  
arrester meeting applicable local or state  
laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it  
should be maintained in effective working  
order by the operator.  
Gasoline  
Capacity  
and Type:  
Oil Type  
(API-SF-SJ):  
4.0 Gallons  
Unleaded  
Regular  
SAE 30 (above 32°F)  
SAE 5W-30  
(Below 32°F)  
W/Filter: 4.0 Pints  
W/O Filter: 3.75 Pints  
Champion QC12YC  
Oil Capacity:  
Spark Plug:  
(GapP: .040")  
Ground Speed  
(MPH):  
Tire Pressure:  
Forward: 5.5  
Reverse: 2.4  
Front: 14 PSI  
Rear: 10 PSI  
In the state of California the above is  
required by law (Section 4442 of the  
California Public Resources Code). Other  
states may have similar laws. Federal  
laws apply on federal lands. A spark ar-  
rester for the muffler is available through  
your nearest authorized service center/de-  
partment (See REPAIR PARTS section of  
this manual).  
Charging  
System:  
Battery:  
16 Amps @ 3600RPM  
Amp/Hr:  
35  
Min. CCA: 280  
Case Size: U1R  
Blade Bolt  
Torque:  
45-55 Ft. Lbs.  
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase  
of a new tractor. It has been designed,  
engineered and manufactured to give  
you the best possible dependability and  
performance.  
Should you experience any problem you  
cannot easily remedy, please contact  
your nearest authorized service center/  
department . We have competent, well-  
trained technicians and the proper tools to  
service or repair this tractor.  
Please read and retain this manual. The  
instructions will enable you to assemble  
and maintain your tractor properly. Always  
observe the “SAFETY RULES”.  
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS  
Steering Wheel  
Steering  
Extension  
Shaft  
Steering  
Sleeve  
Steering  
Wheel  
Adapter  
Steering  
Wheel  
Insert  
(1) Locknut  
1/2-20  
(1) Large Flat Washer  
Nose Roller  
Gauge Wheels  
(4) Adjusting Bar  
Retainer  
Spring  
(2) Locknuts  
5/16-18  
Rod  
(4) Retainer Springs  
(double loop)  
Nose Roller  
Brackets  
(2) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 1  
(4) Locknut 3/8-16  
(4) Washers  
3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga.  
Mower  
(5) Retainer Springs  
(double loop)  
(2) Retainer Springs  
(single loop)  
(4) Clevis Pins  
(4) Wheels  
(1)Front Plate  
Assembly  
(4) Shoulder Bolt  
(2)Flanged  
Pins  
Seat  
(1) Oil Drain Tube  
For Future Use  
Slope Sheet  
Keys  
(1) Washer  
17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge  
(2) Keys  
(1) Knob  
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ASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATION  
Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the 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. Review the video cassette before you begin.  
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY  
Steering Wheel  
A socket wrench set will make assembly  
Insert  
easier. Standard wrench sizes you need  
are listed below.  
(1) 3/4" wrench  
Lock Nut  
(1) Pliers  
(2) 7/16" wrench  
(1) Tire pressure gauge  
When right or left hand is mentioned in  
this manual, it means, from your point of  
view, when you are in the operating posi-  
tion (seated behind the steering wheel).  
(1) Utility knife  
Large Flat  
Washer  
Steering  
Wheel  
Steering  
Wheel  
Adaptor  
TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM  
CARTON  
Steering  
Wheel Extention  
Tabs  
UNPACK CARTON  
1. Remove all accessible loose parts and  
Steering  
Shaft  
parts boxes from carton.  
2. Cut along dotted lines on all four pan-  
els of carton. Remove end panels and  
lay side panels flat.  
3. Check for any additional loose parts or  
cartons and remove.  
Steering  
Sleeve  
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BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR  
FROM SKID  
ATTACH STEERING WHEEL  
HOW TO SET UPYOUR TRACTOR  
CHECK BATTERY  
1. Lift hood to raised position.  
NOTE: 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 Maintenance  
section of this manual for charging instruc-  
tions).  
1. Remove locknut and large flat washer  
from steering shaft.  
2. Position front wheels of the tractor so  
they are pointing straight forward.  
3. Slide the steering sleeve over the  
steering shaft.  
4. Align tabs and press steering sleeve  
extension into bottom of steering  
wheel.  
5. Position steering wheel so cross bars  
are horizontal (left to right) and slide  
onto steering wheel adapter.  
Label  
6. Secure steering wheel to steering  
shaft with locknut and large flat washer  
previously removed. Tighten securely.  
7. Snap steering wheel insert into center  
of steering wheel.  
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8. Remove protective materials from trac-  
tor 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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INSTALL SEAT  
Adjust seat before tightening adjustment  
knob.  
NOTE: You may now roll or drive your  
tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate  
instruction below to remove the tractor  
from the skid.  
1. Remove adjustment knob and flat  
washer securing seat to cardboard  
packing and set aside for assembly of  
seat to tractor.  
2. Pivot seat upward and remove from  
the cardboard packing. Remove the  
cardboard packing and discard.  
3. Place seat on seat pan so head of  
shoulder bolt is positioned over large  
slotted hole in pan.  
4. Push down on seat to engage shoulder  
bolt in slot and pull seat towards rear  
of tractor.  
5. Pivot seat and pan forward and as-  
semble adjustment knob and flat  
washer loosely. Do not tighten.  
6. Lower seat into operating position and  
sit in seat.  
TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See  
Operation section for location and  
function of controls)  
1. Press lift lever plunger and raise  
attachment lift lever to its highest po-  
sition.  
2. Release parking brake by depressing  
clutch/brake pedal.  
3. Place freewheel control in "trans-  
mission disengaged position" (See “TO  
TRANSPORT” in the Operation section  
of this manual).  
4. Roll tractor forward off skid.  
TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See  
Operation section for location and  
function of controls)  
WARNING: Before starting, read, un-  
derstand 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.  
1. Be sure all the above assembly steps  
have been completed.  
2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank  
with gasoline.  
7. Slide seat until a comfortable position  
is reached which allows you to press  
clutch/brake pedal all the way down.  
8. Get off seat without moving its ad-  
justed position.  
9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment  
knob securely.  
Seat  
3. Place freewheel control in "trans-  
mission engaged" position (see "TO  
TRANSPORT" in Operation section of  
this manual).  
4. Sit on seat in operating position,  
depress clutch/brake pedal and set the  
parking brake.  
Seat Pan  
Shoulder  
Bolt  
5. Place motion control lever in neutral  
(N) position.  
6. Press lift lever plunger and raise  
attachment lift lever to its highest posi-  
tion.  
Flat Washer  
7. Start the engine. After engine has  
started, move throttle control to idle  
position.  
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8. Release parking brake.  
Adjustment Knob  
9. Slowly move the motion control lever  
forward and slowly drive tractor off  
skid.  
10.Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking  
brake and place motion control lever in  
neutral position.  
11.Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.  
Continue with the instructions that follow.  
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TO ATTACH NOSE ROLLER  
1. Assemble brackets "A" and "B" to the  
inside of mower mounting brackets as  
shown. Tighten securely.  
NOTE: Be sure bracket tabs are posi-  
tioned in tab holes in mower brackets.  
2. Position nose roller between brackets  
and install rod and retainer spring.  
ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO  
MOWER DECK  
The gauge wheels are designed to keep  
the mower deck in proper position when  
operating mower. Be sure they are prop-  
erly adjusted to ensure optimum mower  
performance.  
1. Slide gauge wheel bar down into  
bracket channel, Be sure that gauge  
wheel bar aligning holes are on top.  
Assemble gauge wheels as shown  
using shoulder bolts, 3/8 washers and  
3/8-16 center locknuts and tighten  
securely.  
2. For ease of mower to tractor assembly,  
raise gauge wheels to highest position  
and retain with clevis pins and spring  
retainers.  
Hex Bolt  
Lock  
Rod  
Nut  
"B"  
Bracket  
Tab  
Hole  
"A" Bracket  
Nose Roller  
Retainer Spring  
NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels before oper-  
ating mower. See “TO ADJUST GAUGE  
WHEELS” in the Operation section of this  
manual.  
Retainer  
Spring  
Pin  
Shoulder  
Bolt  
Adjusting  
Bar  
Gauge  
Wheel  
3/8-16 Center  
Locknut  
3/8 Washer  
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9. Position front plate assembly between  
front mower brackets. Raise deck and  
plate assembly to align holes and  
insert flanged pins. Secure pins with  
double loop retainer springs between  
the plate assembly and mower brack-  
ets.  
NOTE: To assist in locating hole in flanged  
pin, the hole in pin is inline with notch on  
head of pin. If necessary, move mower  
side-to-side to give space between plate  
and mower brackets.  
IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper rout-  
ing in all mower pulley grooves.  
10.Engage belt tension rod by pushing  
rod into locking bracket.  
CAUTION: Belt tension rod is spring  
loaded. Have a tight grip on rod and en-  
gage slowly.  
INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE  
BELT  
Be sure tractor is on level surface and  
mower suspension arms are raised with  
attachment lift control. Engage parking  
brake.  
1. Cut and remove ties securing anti-  
sway bar and belts. Swing anti-sway  
bar to left side of mower deck.  
2. Slide mower under tractor with deflec-  
tor shield to right side of tractor.  
IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper rout-  
ing in all mower pulley grooves.  
3. If equipped, turn height adjustment  
knob counterclockwise until it stops.  
4. Lower mower linkage with attachment  
lift control.  
5. Be sure belt tension rod is in disen-  
gaged position.  
11.Connect anti-sway bar to chassis  
bracket under left footrest and retain  
with double loop retainer spring.  
12.If equipped, turn height adjustment  
knob clockwise to remove slack from  
mower suspension.  
13.Raise deck to highest position.  
14.Adjust gauge wheels before operating  
mower as shown in the Operation sec-  
tion of this manual.  
6. Install belt into electric clutch pulley  
groove.  
7. Place the suspension arms on outward  
pointing deck pins. Retain with double  
loop retainer spring with loops up as  
shown.  
8. Install front plate assembly to tractor  
suspension brackets and retain with  
single loop retainer springs as shown.  
Belt Tension Rod  
Disengaged Position  
Lock Bracket  
Electric Clutch  
Pulley  
Front  
Suspension  
Front Plate  
Brackets  
Assembly  
Front  
Chassis  
Bracket  
Mower  
Double  
Loop Retainer  
Springs  
Bracket  
Gauge  
Wheel  
Single  
Loop  
Retainer  
Springs  
Flanged  
Pin  
Double Loop  
Retainer  
Spring  
Anti-Sway  
Bar  
USE PLIERS FOR  
RETAINER SPRINGS  
Suspension Arms  
Double Loop  
Retainer Spring  
(Outward pointing  
deck pins)  
Loop Up  
Deflector Shield  
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CHECK TIRE PRESSURE  
CHECKLIST  
Before you operate your new tractor, we  
wish to assure that you receive the best  
performance and satisfaction from this  
quality product.  
The tires on your tractor were overinflated  
at the factory for shipping purposes. Cor-  
rect tire pressure is important for best  
cutting performance.  
Please review the following checklist:  
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 tight-  
ened securely.  
All tires are properly inflated. (For ship-  
ping purposes, the tires were overin-  
flated at the factory).  
Be sure mower deck is properly leveled  
side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting  
results. (Tires must be properly inflated  
for leveling).  
Check mower and drive belts. Be sure  
they are routed properly around pulleys  
and inside all belt keepers.  
Check wiring. See that all connections  
are still secure and wires are properly  
clamped.  
Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel  
control is in “transmission engaged”  
position (see “TO TRANSPORT” in the  
Operation section of this manual).  
While learning how to use your tractor, pay  
extra attention to the following important  
items:  
• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in  
“PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section  
of this manual.  
CHECK DECK LEVELNESS  
For best cutting results, mower housing  
should be properly leveled. See “TO LEV-  
EL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service  
and Adjustments section of this manual.  
CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION  
OF ALL BELTS  
See the figures that are shown for replac-  
ing motion and mower blade drive belts  
in the Service and Adjustments section  
of this manual. Verify that the belts are  
routed correctly.  
CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM  
After you learn how to operate your trac-  
tor, check to see that the brake is properly  
adjusted. See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in  
the Service and Adjustments section of  
this manual.  
Engine oil is at proper level.  
Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, reg-  
ular unleaded gasoline.  
Become familiar with all controls - their  
location and function. Operate them  
before you start the engine.  
Be sure brake system is in safe oper-  
ating condition.  
It is important to purge the transmission  
before operating your tractor for the first  
time. Follow proper starting and trans-  
mission purging instructions (See “TO  
START ENGINE” and “PURGE TRANS-  
MISSION” in the Operation section of  
this manual).  
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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  
15  
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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KNOWYOUR 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  
Ignition  
Switch  
Position  
Attachment  
Clutch Switch  
Hourmeter  
Ammeter  
Lift Lever  
Plunger  
Throttle Control  
Clutch/Brake Pedal  
Attachment  
Lift Lever  
Choke Control  
Free Wheel  
Control  
Motion  
Control Lever  
Parking Brake Lever  
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Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the  
American National Standards Institute.  
AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or  
discharging (-) of battery.  
LIGHT SWITCH POSITION - Turns the  
headlights on and off.  
HOURMETER - Indicates hours of op-  
eration.  
PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/  
brake pedal into the brake position.  
CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting  
ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH - Used  
to engage the mower blades, or other at-  
tachments mounted to your tractor.  
ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to  
raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or  
other attachments mounted to your tractor. a cold engine.  
CLUCTH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for  
declutching and braking the tractor and  
starting the engine.  
THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control  
engine speed.  
FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengagages  
IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and transmission for pushing or slowly towing  
stopping the engine.  
LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release  
attachment lift lever when changing its  
position.  
the tractor with the engine off.  
MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the  
speed and direction of the tractor.  
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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 operating your tractor or performing any adjustments  
or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision  
safety mask worn over spectacles.  
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• Never use choke to stop engine.  
HOW TO USEYOUR TRACTOR  
TO SET PARKING BRAKE  
IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch  
in any position other than "STOP" will  
cause the battery to discharge and go  
dead.  
Your tractor is equipped with an operator  
presence sensing switch. When engine  
is running, any attempt by the operator  
to leave the seat without first setting the  
parking brake will shut off the engine.  
1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way  
down and hold.  
2. Pull parking brake lever up and release  
pressure from clutch/brake pedal.  
Pedal should remain in brake position.  
Make sure parking brake will hold trac-  
tor secure.  
NOTE: Under certain conditions when  
tractor is standing idle with the engine  
running, hot engine exhaust gases may  
cause “browning” of grass. To eliminate  
this possibility, always stop engine when  
stopping tractor on grass areas.  
CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-  
pletely, as described above, before leaving  
the operator's position.  
Attachment Clutch  
“Disengaged” Position  
Choke  
Control  
TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL  
Switch “Engaged”  
Always operate engine at full throttle.  
• Operating engine at less than full  
throttle reduces the battery charging  
rate.  
• Full throttle offers the best bagging and  
mower performance.  
Position  
Throttle  
Control  
Clutch/  
Brake  
Pedal  
Ignition  
Key  
TO USE CHOKE CONTROL  
Use choke control whenever you are start-  
ing a cold engine. Do not use to start a  
warm engine.  
To engage choke control, pull knob out.  
Slowly push knob in to disengage.  
Motion Control  
Lever  
“Disengaged”  
Position  
“Brake” Parking Brake  
Position “Engaged”  
Position  
STOPPING  
TO MOVE FORWARD AND  
BACKWARD  
The direction and speed of movement is  
controlled by the motion control lever.  
1. Start tractor with motion control lever in  
neutral (N) position.  
2. Release parking brake.  
3. Slowly move motion control lever to  
desired position.  
MOWER BLADES -  
To stop mower blades, push attachment  
clutch switch in to disengaged position.  
GROUND DRIVE -  
To stop ground drive, depress clutch/  
brake pedal all the way down.  
• Move motion control lever to neutral (N)  
position.  
IMPORTANT: The motion control lever  
does not return to neutral (N) position  
when the clutch/brake pedal is depressed.  
TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT  
The position of the attachment lift lever  
determines the cutting height.  
ENGINE -  
• Grasp lift lever.  
• Move throttle control to slow position.  
NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to  
slow position to allow engine to idle before  
stopping may cause engine to “backfire”.  
Turn ignition key to “STOP” position and  
remove key. Always remove key when  
leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized  
use.  
• Press plunger with thumb and move  
lever to desired position.  
The cutting height range is approxi-  
mately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are mea-  
sured from the ground to the blade tip with  
the engine not running. These heights  
are approximate and may vary depending  
upon soil conditions, height of grass and  
types of grass being mowed.  
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• The average lawn should be cut to ap-  
proximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool  
season and to over 3 inches during hot  
months. For healthier and better looking  
lawns, mow often and after moderate  
growth.  
• For best cutting performance, grass over  
6 inches in height should be mowed  
twice. Make the first cut relatively high;  
the second to desired height.  
TO OPERATE MOWER  
Your tractor is equipped with an operator  
presence sensing switch. Any attempt  
by the operator to leave the seat with the  
engine running and the attachment clutch  
engaged will shut off the engine.You must  
remain fully and centrally positioned in the  
seat to prevent the engine from hesitating  
or cutting off when operating your equip-  
ment on rough, rolling terrain or hills.  
1. Select desired height of cut.  
2. Start mower blades by engaging at-  
tachment clutch control.  
TO STOP MOWER BLADES -  
disengage attachment clutch control.  
TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS  
Gauge wheels are properly adjusted  
when they are slightly off the ground when  
mower is at the desired cutting height in  
operating position. Gauge wheels then  
keep the deck in proper position to help  
prevent scalping in most terrain conditions.  
NOTE: Be sure tractor is on a flat level  
surface.  
1. Lower mower and adjust mower to de-  
sired cutting height(See “TO ADJUST  
MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT” in this  
section of manual).  
2. Remove retainer spring and clevis pin  
which secure each gauge wheel bar.  
3. Lower gauge wheels to ground. Raise  
gauge wheels slightly to align holes  
in bracket and gauge wheel bar and  
insert clevis pin. Gauge wheels should  
be slightly off the ground.  
CAUTION: Do not operate the mower  
without either the entire grass catcher,  
on mowers so equipped, or the deflector  
shield in place.  
Attachment  
Attachemnt Lift Lever  
High Position  
Clutch Lever  
“Engaged”  
Position  
Low  
Position  
4. Replace retainer spring into clevis pin.  
5. Be sure all gauge wheels are in the  
same setting.  
“Disengaged”  
Position  
IMPORTANT: Be sure to readjust gauge  
wheels if you change the cutting height  
of the mower deck.  
Deflector  
Shield  
Retainer  
Spring  
TO OPERATE ON HILLS  
WARNING: Do not drive up or down  
hills with slopes greater than 15° and do  
not drive across any slope. Use the slope  
guide provided at the back of this manual.  
• Choose the slowest speed before start-  
ing up or down hills.  
• Avoid stopping or changing speed on  
hills.  
• If slowing is necessary, move throttle  
control lever to slower position.  
Clevis  
Pin  
• If stopping is absolutely necessary, push  
clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake posi-  
tion and engage parking brake.  
• Move motion control lever to neutral (N)  
position.  
IMPORTANT: The motion control lever  
does not return to neutral (N) position  
when the clutch/brake pedal is depressed.  
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To restart movement, slowly release  
parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.  
• Slowly move motion control lever to  
slowest setting.  
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE  
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL  
The engine in your tractor has been  
shipped, from the factory, already filled  
with summer weight oil.  
• Make all turns slowly.  
1. Check engine oil with tractor on level  
ground.  
TO TRANSPORT  
When pushing or towing your tractor, be  
sure to disengage transmission by placing  
freewheel control in freewheeling position.  
Freewheel control is located at the rear  
drawbar of tractor.  
1. Raise attachment lift to highest posi-  
tion with attachment lift control.  
2. Pull freewheel control out and down  
into the slot and release so it is held in  
the disengaged position.  
• Do not push or tow tractor at more than  
two (2) MPH.  
To re-engage transmission, reverse  
above procedure.  
2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe  
clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw  
cap tight, wait for a few seconds, re-  
move and read oil level. If necessary,  
add oil until “FULLmark on dipstick is  
reached. Do not overfill.  
• For cold weather operation you should  
change oil for easier starting ((See the  
oil viscosity chart in the Maintenance  
section of this manual).  
To change engine oil, see the Mainte-  
nance section in this manual.  
ADD GASOLINE  
• Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck.  
Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular  
unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87  
octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will in-  
crease carbon and lead oxide deposits  
and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil  
with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quanti-  
ties that can be used within 30 days to  
assure fuel freshness.  
Transmission Engaged  
CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or  
fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline  
near an open flame.  
IMPORTANT: When operating in tempera-  
tures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean  
winter grade gasoline to help insure good  
cold weather starting.  
CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called  
gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can  
attract moisture which leads to separa-  
tion and formation of acids during storage.  
Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of  
an engine while in storage.  
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Transmission Disengaged  
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.).  
TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH-  
MENTS  
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.  
Tow only the attachments that are recom-  
mended by and comply with specifications  
of the manufacturer of your tractor. 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.  
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP  
TO START ENGINE  
Before driving the unit in cold weather,  
the transmission should be warmed up as  
follows:  
1. Be sure the tractor is on level ground.  
2. Place the motion control lever in  
neutral. Release the parking brake and  
let the clutch/brake slowly return to  
operating position.  
3. Allow one minute for transmission to  
warm up. This can be done during the  
engine warm up period.  
• The attachments can be used during  
the engine warm-up period after the  
transmission has been warmed up and  
may require the choke control be pulled  
out slightly.  
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).  
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.  
1. Be sure freewheel control is in the  
transmission engaged position.  
2. Sit on seat in operating position,  
depress clutch/brake pedal and set  
parking brake.  
3. Place motion control lever in neutral  
(N) position.  
4. Move attachment clutch to disengaged  
position.  
5. Move throttle control to fast position  
6. Pull choke control out for a cold engine  
start attempt. For a warm engine start  
attempt the choke control may not be  
needed.  
NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and  
cold starting procedures below.  
7. Insert key into ignition and turn key  
clockwise to start position and release  
key as soon as engine starts. Do  
not run starter continuously for more  
than fifteen seconds per minute. If the  
engine does not start after several  
attempts, push choke control in, wait a  
few minutes and try again. If engine still  
does not start, pull the choke control  
out and retry.  
PURGE TRANSMISSION  
CAUTION: Never engage or dis-  
engage freewheel lever while the engine  
is running.  
To ensure proper operation and per-  
formance, it is recommended that the  
transmission be purged before operating  
tractor for the first time. This procedure will  
remove any trapped air inside the trans-  
mission which may have developed during  
shipping of your tractor.  
IMPORTANT: Should your transmission  
require removal for service or replace-  
ment, it should be purged after reinstall-  
ation before operating the tractor.  
1. Place tractor safely on level surface  
with engine off and parking brake set.  
2. Disengage transmission by placing  
freewheel control in disengaged posi-  
tion (See “TO TRANSPORT” in this  
section of manual).  
WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and  
above)  
8. When engine starts, slowly push choke  
control in until the engine begins to  
run smoothly. If the engine starts to  
run roughly, pull the choke control out  
slightly for a few seconds and then  
continue to push the control in slowly.  
• 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)  
3. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.  
After the engine is running, move  
throttle control to slow position. With  
motion control lever in neutral (N)  
position, slowly disengage clutch/brake  
pedal.  
4. Move motion control lever to full  
forward position and hold for five (5)  
seconds. Move lever to full reverse  
position and hold for five (5) seconds.  
Repeat this procedure three (3) times.  
8. When engine starts, slowly push choke  
control in until the engine begins to run  
smoothly. Continue to push the choke  
control in small steps allowing the en-  
gine to accept small changes in speed  
and load, until the choke control is fully  
in. If the engine starts to run roughly,  
pull the choke control out slightly for a  
few seconds and then continue to push  
the control in slowly. This may require  
an engine warm-up period from several  
seconds to several minutes, depending  
on the temperature.  
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NOTE: During this step there will be no  
movement of drive wheels. The air is being  
removed from hydraulic drive system.  
5. Move motion control lever to neutral  
(N) position. Shutoff engine and set  
parking brake.  
6. Engage transmission by placing free-  
wheel control in engaged position (See  
“TO TRANSPORT” in this section of  
manual).  
7. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.  
After the engine is running, move  
throttle control to half (1/2) speed.  
With motion control lever in neutral (N)  
position, slowly disengage clutch/brake  
pedal.  
8. Slowly move motion control lever for-  
ward, after the tractor moves approxi-  
mately five (5) feet, slowly move motion  
control lever to reverse position. After  
the tractor moves approximately five  
(5) feet return the motion control lever  
to the neutral (N) position. Repeat this  
procedure with the motion control lever  
three (3) times.  
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• If grass is extremely tall, it should be  
mowed twice to reduce load and pos-  
sible fire hazard from dried clippings.  
Make first cut relatively high; the second  
to the desired height.  
• Do not mow grass when it is wet.  
Wet grass will plug mower and leave  
undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry  
before mowing.  
• Always operate engine at full throttle  
when mowing to assure better mowing  
performance and proper discharge of  
material. Regulate ground speed by  
selecting a low enough gear to give the  
mower cutting performance as well as  
the quality of cut desired.  
• When operating attachments, select a  
ground speed that will suit the terrain  
and give best performance of the at-  
tachment being used.  
Your transmission is now purged and now  
ready for normal operation.  
MOWING TIPS  
• Mower should be properly leveled for  
best mowing performance. See “TO  
LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the  
Service and Adjustments section of this  
manual.  
• The left hand side of mower should be  
used for trimming.  
• Drive so that clippings are discharged  
onto the area that has already been  
cut. Have the cut area to the right of  
the tractor. This will result in a more  
even distribution of clippings and more  
uniform cutting.  
• When mowing large areas, start by  
turning to the right so that clippings will  
discharge away from shrubs, fences,  
driveways, etc. After one or two rounds,  
mow in the opposite direction making  
left hand turns until finished.  
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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.  
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS  
The warranty on this tractor does not  
cover items that have been subjected to  
operator abuse or negligence. To receive  
full value from the warranty, operator  
must maintain tractor as instructed in this  
manual.  
LUBRICATION CHART  
Spindle  
Zerk  
Spindle  
Zerk  
Front  
Front  
Wheel  
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.  
Bearing zerk  
Engine  
Mandrel  
Zerks  
• 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.  
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General Purpose Grease  
Refer 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, pow-  
dered graphite type lubricant sparingly.  
BEFORE EACH USE  
1. Check engine oil level.  
2. Check brake operation.  
3. Check tire pressure.  
4. Check operator presence and  
interlock systems for proper operation.  
5. Check for loose fasteners.  
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4. Install and tighten blade bolt securely  
(45-55 Ft. Lbs. torque).  
IMPORTANT: Special blade bolt is heat  
treated.  
TRACTOR  
Always observe safety rules when per-  
forming any maintenance.  
BRAKE OPERATION  
If tractor requires more than six (6) feet  
stopping distance at high speed in highest  
gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See  
“TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and  
Adjustments section of this manual).  
TIRES  
Blade  
Blade Bolt  
(Special)  
Mandrel  
025  
44  
Assembly  
Star  
• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires  
(See “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS”  
section of this manual).  
Center Hole  
TO SHARPEN BLADE  
• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect  
control chemicals which can harm rub-  
ber.  
• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp  
objects and other hazards that may  
cause tire damage.  
NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent  
flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant  
may be purchased from your local parts  
dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry  
rot and corrosion.  
OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM  
Be sure operator presence and interlock  
systems are working properly. If your trac-  
tor does not function as described, repair  
the problem immediately.  
NOTE: We do not recommend sharp-  
ening blade - but if you do, be sure the  
blade is balanced.  
Care should be taken to keep the blade  
balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause  
excessive vibration and eventual damage  
to mower and engine.  
• The blade can be sharpened with a file  
or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt  
to sharpen while on the mower.  
To check 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.)  
• The engine should not start unless  
the brake pedal is fully depressed and  
attachement clutch control is in the  
disengaged position.  
• When the engine is running, any at-  
tempt by the operator 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 at-  
tempt by the operator to leave the seat  
should shut off the engine.  
NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing  
blade. The lobes of the center hole may  
appear to be centered, but are not.  
• Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion  
of the steel bolt or pin and hold the  
bolt or pin parallel with the ground. If  
blade is balanced, it should remain in a  
horizontal position. If either end of the  
blade moves downward, sharpen the  
heavy end until the blade is balanced.  
• The attachment clutch should never op-  
erate unless the operator is in the seat.  
BLADE CARE  
For best results mower blades must be  
kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged  
blades.  
Blade  
5/8” Bolt or Pin  
Center Hole  
BATTERY  
BLADE REMOVAL  
1. Raise mower to highest position to al-  
low access to blades.  
Your tractor has a battery charging system  
which is suffi cient for normal use. How-  
ever, periodic charging of the battery with  
an automotive charger will extend its life.  
• Keep battery and terminals clean.  
• Keep battery bolts tight.  
NOTE: Protect your hands with gloves  
and/or wrap blade with heavy cloth.  
2. Remove blade bolt by turning counter-  
clockwise.  
3. Install new or resharpened blade with  
stamped "THIS SIDE UP" facing deck  
and mandrel assembly.  
IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,  
center hole in blade must align with star  
on mandrel assembly.  
• Keep small vent holes open.  
• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.  
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.  
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TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS  
NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils  
(5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in  
cold weather, they will result in increased  
oil consumption when used above 32°F.  
Check your engine oil level more frequent-  
ly to avoid possible engine damage from  
running low on oil.  
Corrosion and dirt on the battery and termi-  
nals can cause the battery to “leak” power.  
1. Remove terminal guard.  
2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first  
then RED battery cable and remove  
battery from tractor.  
Change the oil after every 50 hours of op-  
eration or at least once a year if the tractor  
is not used for 50 hours in one year.  
Check the crankcase oil level before starting  
the engine and after each eight (8) hours of  
operation.Tighten oil fill cap/dipstick securely  
each time you check the oil level.  
3. Rinse the battery with plain water and  
dry.  
4. Clean terminals and battery cable ends  
with wire brush until bright.  
5. Coat terminals with grease or petro-  
leum jelly.  
6. Reinstall battery (See “REPLACING  
BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND AD-  
JUSTMENTS section of this manual).  
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL  
Determine temperature range expected  
before oil change. All oil must meet API  
service classification SF-SJ.  
• Be sure tractor is on level surface.  
• Oil will drain more freely when warm.  
• Catch oil in a suitable container.  
1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful  
not to allow dirt to enter the engine  
when changing oil.  
TRANSAXLE COOLING  
The transmission fan and cooling fins  
should be kept clean to assure proper  
cooling.  
Do not attempt to clean fan or transmis-  
sion while engine is running or while the  
transmission is hot. To prevent possible  
damage to seals, do not use high pres-  
sure water or steam to clean transaxle.  
• Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades  
are intact and clean.  
• Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clip-  
pings and other materials. To prevent  
damage to seals, do not use com-  
pressed air or high pressure sprayer to  
clean cooling fins.  
2. Remove yellow cap from end of drain  
valve and install the drain tube onto the  
fitting.  
Oil Drain Valve  
Closed and  
Locked  
Position  
TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID  
The transaxle was sealed at the factory  
and fluid maintenance is not required for  
the life of the transaxle. Should the trans-  
axle ever leak or require servicing, contact  
our authorized service center/department.  
Yellow  
Cap  
Drain  
Tube  
V-BELTS  
3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward  
slightly and turning counterclockwise.  
4. To open, pull out on the drain valve.  
5. 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.  
6. Remove the drain tube and replace the  
cap onto the end of the drain valve.  
7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip-  
stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill.  
For approximate capacity see “PROD-  
UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this  
manual.  
8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for  
checking level. For accurate reading,  
tighten dipstick cap securely onto the  
tube before removing dipstick. Keep oil  
at “FULLline on dipstick. Tighten cap  
onto the tube securely when finished.  
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.  
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.  
SAE VISCOSITY GRADES  
SAE 30  
5W-30  
-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  
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IN-LINE FUEL FILTER  
CLEAN AIR SCREEN  
The fuel filter should be replaced once  
each season. If fuel filter becomes  
clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbu-  
retor, replacement is required.  
1. With engine cool, remove filter and  
plug fuel line sections.  
2. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel  
line with arrow pointing towards carbu-  
retor.  
3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks  
and clamps are properly positioned.  
4. Immediately wipe up any spilled gaso-  
line.  
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 stub-  
born dried gum fibers.  
AIR FILTER  
Your engine will not run properly using  
a dirty air filter. Service air cleaner more  
often under dusty conditions. See Engine  
Manual.  
ENGINE OIL FILTER  
Replace the engine oil filter every season  
or every other oil change if the tractor is  
used more than 100 hours in one year.  
Clamp  
Clamp  
CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS  
Fuel Filter  
To insure proper cooling, make sure the  
grass screen, cooling fins, and other exter-  
nal surfaces of the engine are kept clean  
at all times.  
CLEANING  
• Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc.  
of all foreign matter.  
Every 100 hours of operation (more often  
under extremely dusty, dirty conditions),  
remove the blower housing and other cool-  
ing shrouds. Clean the cooling fins and  
external surfaces as necessary. Make sure  
the cooling shrouds are reinstalled.  
NOTE: Operating the engine with a  
blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged  
cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds  
removed will cause engine damage due to  
overheating.  
• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free  
of all gasoline, oil, etc.  
• Protect painted surfaces with auto-  
motive type wax.  
We do not recommend using a garden  
hose or pressure washer to clean your  
tractor unless the engine and transmis-  
sion 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.  
MUFFLER  
Inspect and replace corroded muffler and  
spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre-  
ate a fire hazard and/or damage.  
SPARK PLUG(S)  
Replace spark plug(s) 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.  
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS  
WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY  
SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:  
1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.  
2. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position.  
3. Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position.  
4. Turn ignition key to “STOP” and remove key.  
5. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.  
6. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot  
come in contact with plug.  
TO INSTALL MOWER  
TRACTOR  
Be sure tractor is on level surface and  
mower suspension arms are raised with  
attachment lift control. Engage parking  
brake.  
1. Swing anti-sway bar to left side of  
mower deck.  
2. Slide mower under tractor with deflec-  
tor shield to right side of tractor.  
IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper rout-  
ing in all mower pulley grooves.  
3. If equipped, turn height adjustment  
knob counterclockwise until it stops.  
4. Lower mower linkage with attachment  
lift control.  
5. Be sure belt tension rod is in disen-  
gaged position.  
6. Install belt into electric clutch pulley  
groove.  
7. Place the suspension arms on outward  
pointing deck pins. Retain with double  
loop retainer spring with loops up as  
shown.  
8. Install front plate assembly to tractor  
suspension brackets and retain with  
single loop retainer springs as shown.  
TO REMOVE MOWER  
1. Place attachment clutch in “DISEN-  
GAGED” position.  
2. If equipped, turn height adjustment  
knob to lowest setting.  
3. Lower mower to its lowest position.  
4. Disengage belt tension rod from lock  
bracket.  
CAUTION: Rod is spring loaded. Have  
a tight grip on rod and release slowly.  
5. Remove retainer spring holding  
anti-swaybar to chassis bracket and  
disengage anti-sway bar from bracket.  
6. Remove four retainer springs from  
front plate assembly and remove plate.  
7. Remove retainer springs from suspen-  
sion arms at deck and disengage arms  
from deck.  
8. Raise attachment lift to its highest  
position.  
9. Slide mower forward and remove belt  
from electric clutch pulley.  
10.Slide mower out from under right side  
of tractor.  
Lock Bracket  
Front Mower  
Bracket  
Electric Clutch  
Pulley  
Belt Tension Rod  
(Disengaged  
Position)  
Double Loop  
Retainer Springs  
Front Plate  
Assembly  
Chassis  
Bracket  
Single Loop  
Retainer Springs  
Retainer  
Spring  
Flanged Pins  
Anti-Sway  
Bar  
Front Mower  
Bracket  
USE PLIERS FOR  
RETAINER SPRINGS  
Suspension Arms  
Double Loop  
Retainer Springs  
(Outward pointing  
deck pins)  
Loop Up  
Deflector Shield  
02565  
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9. Position front plate assembly between  
front mower brackets. Raise deck and  
plate assembly to align holes and  
insert flanged pins. Secure pins with  
double loop retainer springs between  
the plate assembly and mower brack-  
ets.  
Suspension  
Arm  
01553  
NOTE: To assist in locating hole in flanged  
pin, the hole in pin is inline with notch on  
head of pin. If necessary, move mower  
side-to-side to give space between plate  
and mower brackets.  
IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper rout-  
ing in all mower pulley grooves.  
10.Engage belt tension rod by pushing  
rod into locking bracket.  
Lift Link  
Adjustment Nut  
FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT  
IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-  
to-side. If the following front-to-back  
adjustment is necessary, be sure to adjust  
both front links equally so mower will stay  
level side-to-side.  
To obtain the best cutting results, the  
mower blades should be adjusted so the  
front tip is approximately 1/8" to 1/2" lower  
than the rear tip when the mower is in its  
highest position.  
CAUTION: Blades are sharp. Protect  
your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade  
with heavy cloth.  
Check adjustment on right side of tractor.  
Position any blade so the tip is pointing  
straight forward. Measure distance "B" at  
front and rear tip of blade  
CAUTION: Belt tension rod is spring  
loaded. Have a tight grip on rod and en-  
gage slowly.  
11.Connect anti-sway bar to chassis  
bracket under left footrest and retain  
with double loop retainer spring.  
12.If equipped, turn height adjustment  
knob clockwise to remove slack from  
mower suspension.  
13.Raise deck to highest position.  
TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING  
• Before making any necessary adjust-  
ments, check that both front plate 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 blade, loosen nut “C”  
on both front links an equal number of  
turns.  
NOTE: Each full turn of nut “C” will  
change distance “B” by approximately  
3/16".  
• When distance “B” is 1/8" to 1/2" lower  
at front than rear, tighten nut “D” against  
trunnion on both front links.  
Adjust the mower while tractor is parked  
on level ground or driveway. Make sure  
tires are properly inflated (See “PROD-  
UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this  
manual). If tires are over or underinflated,  
you will not properly adjust your mower.  
SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT  
• Raise mower to its highest position.  
• Measure height from bottom edge of  
mower to ground level at front corners  
of mower. Distance “A” on both sides of  
mower should be the same.  
• If adjustment is necessary, make adjust-  
ment 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 blade, loosen nut  
“D” from trunnion on both front links.  
Tighten nut “C” on both front links an  
equal number of turns. The two front  
links must remain equal in length.  
• When distance “B” is 1/8" to 1/2" lower  
at front than rear, tighten nut “D” against  
trunnion on both front links.  
NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut  
will change mower height about 3/16".  
• Recheck measurements after adjusting.  
• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.  
Bottom Edge of  
Bottom Edge of  
Mower to Ground  
Mower to Ground  
00598  
Blade  
02548  
GROUND LINE  
A
A
“B”  
“B”  
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BOTH FRONT PLATE LINKS MUST BE  
EQUAL IN LENGTH  
4. Remove screws from R.H. mandrel  
cover and remove cover.  
5. Remove any dirt or grass clippings  
which may have accumulated around  
mandrels and entire upper deck sur-  
face.  
6. Disconnect R.H. suspension arm from  
rear deck bracket by removing retainer  
spring.  
7. Carefully roll belt over the top of R.H.  
mandrel pulley.  
8. Remove belt from electric clutch pulley.  
9. Remove belt from idler pulleys.  
10.Check primary idler arm and two idlers  
to see that they rotate freely.  
11.Be sure spring is securely hooked to  
primary idler arm and spring arm.  
Nut “C”  
Nut “D”  
Trunnion  
MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION  
12.Install belt in both idlers.  
13.Install new belt onto electric clutch pul-  
ley.  
14.Carefully roll belt into upper groove of  
R.H. mandrel pulley.  
Front Plate Assembly  
15.Carefully check belt routing making  
sure belt is in the grooves correctly.  
16.Reconnect R.H. suspension arm to  
rear deck bracket with retainer spring.  
17.Reassemble R.H. mandrel cover.  
18.Engage belt tension rod by pushing  
rod into locking bracket.  
TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT  
MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL  
1. Park tractor on a level surface. Engage  
parking brake.  
2. Lower mower to its lowest position.  
3. Disengage belt tension rod from lock  
bracket.  
CAUTION: Rod is spring loaded. Have  
a firm grip on rod and release slowly.  
R.H. Mandrel  
Cover  
Belt Tension Rod  
(Disengaged  
Position)  
Electric Clutch  
Pulley  
Idler  
Pulleys  
R.H.  
Mandrel  
Spring  
Arm  
R.H.  
Suspension  
Arm  
Primary  
Idler Arm  
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TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE (SEC-  
ONDARY) DRIVE BELT  
Park the tractor on level surface. Engage  
parking brake.  
10.Check secondary idler arm and idler  
pulley to see that they rotate freely.  
11.Be sure spring is hooked in secondary  
idler arm and secondary spring arm.  
1. Remove mower (See “TO REMOVE  
MOWER” in this section of manual).  
2. Remove screws from R.H. and L.H.  
mandrel covers and remove covers.  
INSTALL NEW MOWER BLADE  
(SECONDARY) DRIVE BELT  
12.Install new belt in lower groove of R.H.  
mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and center  
mandrel pulley as shown.  
REMOVE MOWER DRIVE BELT  
13.Carefully roll belt over L.H. mandrel  
pulley. Make sure belt is in all grooves  
properly.  
(Refer to “TO REMOVE MOWER DRIVE  
BELT” illustration in this section of  
manual).  
3. Carefully roll belt over the top of R.H.  
mandrel pulley.  
4. Remove belt from idler pulleys.  
5. Check primary idler arm and two idlers  
to see that they rotate freely.  
6. Be sure spring is securely hooked to  
primary idler arm and spring arm.  
REINSTALL MOWER DRIVE BELT  
(Refer to “TO REMOVE MOWER DRIVE  
BELT” illustration in this section of  
manual).  
14.Install belt into upper groove of R.H.  
mandrel pulley and around both idlers.  
Pull belt to front of mower to remove  
slack.  
15.Reinstall mandrel covers and securely  
tighten all screws.  
16.Carefully check belt routing making  
sure belt is in all grooves correctly.  
17.Reinstall mower to tractor (See “TO  
INSTALL MOWER” in this section of  
manual).  
REMOVE MOWER BLADE  
(SECONDARY) DRIVE BELT  
7. Carefully roll belt off L.H. mandrel pul-  
ley.  
8. Remove belt from center mandrel  
pulley, idler pulley, and R.H. mandrel  
pulley.  
9. Remove any dirt or grass which may  
have accumulated around mandrels  
and entire upper deck surface.  
Secondary  
Idler Arm  
Idler  
Pulley  
L.H.  
Mandrel  
Spring  
Secondary  
Spring Arm  
Center  
Mandrel  
Mower Blade  
(Secondary)  
Drive Belt  
R.H.  
Mandrel  
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TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE  
TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT  
Park the tractor on level surface. Engage  
parking brake. For assistance, there is a  
belt installation guide decal on bottom side  
of left footrest.  
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 -  
1. Remove mower (See “TO REMOVE  
MOWER” in this section of manual).  
NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt  
and position of all belt guides and keepers.  
2. Disconnect clutch wire harness.  
3. Remove clutch locator.  
TO CHECK BRAKE  
1. Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or  
paved surface, depress clutch/brake  
pedal all the way down and engage  
parking brake.  
2. Disengage transmission by placing  
freewheel control in “transmission dis-  
engaged” position. Pull freewheel con-  
trol out and into the slot and release so  
it is held in the disengaged position.  
The rear wheels must lock and skid when  
you try to manually push the tractor for-  
ward. If the rear wheels rotate, the brake  
needs to be adjusted or the pads need to  
be replaced.  
4. Remove belt from stationary idler and  
clutching idler.  
5. Remove belt downward from engine  
pulley and around electric clutch.  
6. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.  
Carefully remove belt upwards from  
transmission input pulley and over  
cooling fan blades.  
7. Remove belt from center span keeper  
and pull belt away from tractor.  
BELT INSTALLATION -  
1. Carefully work new belt down around  
transmission cooling fan and onto the  
input pulley.  
2. Slide belt into the center span keeper.  
3. Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll  
belt around electric clutch and onto  
engine pulley.  
4. Install belt through stationary idler and  
clutching idler.  
5. Reinstall clutch locator and tighten nut  
securely.  
6. Reconnect clutch harness.  
7. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves  
and inside all belt guides and keepers.  
8. Install mower (See “TO INSTALL  
MOWER” in this section of manual).  
TO ADJUST BRAKE  
1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way  
down and engage parking brake.  
2. Measure distance between brake oper-  
ating arm and nut “A” on brake rod.  
3. If distance is other than 1-9/16", loosen  
jam nut and turn nut “A” until distance  
becomes 1-9/16". Retighten jam nut  
against nut “A”.  
4. Engage transmission by placing  
freewheel control in “transmission  
engaged” position.  
5. Road test tractor for proper stopping  
distance as stated above. Readjust  
if necessary. If stopping distance is  
still greater than five (5) feet in highest  
gear, further maintenance is neces-  
sary. Replace brake pads or contact a  
Sears or other qualified service center.  
Electric  
Clutch  
Clutch  
Locator  
Clutching  
Idler  
With parking brake “Engaged”  
Stationary  
Idler  
Nut “A”  
1-9/16”  
Jam Nut  
Center Span  
Keeper  
Clutch  
Operating  
Arm  
Wire  
Transmission  
Input Pulley  
Harness  
01513  
Do not touch this nut. If further brake  
adjustment is necessary contact a Sears or  
other qualified service center.  
01511  
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TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LE-  
VER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT  
The motion control lever has been preset  
at the factory and adjustment should not  
be necessary.  
1. Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the  
right rear wheel, and lightly tighten.  
2. Start engine and move motion con-  
trol lever until tractor does not move  
forward or backward.  
3. Hold motion control lever in that posi-  
tion and turn engine off.  
4. While holding motion control lever in  
place, loosen the adjustment bolt.  
5. Move motion control lever to the neu-  
tral (N) (lock gate) position.  
6. Tighten adjustment bolt securely.  
NOTE: If additional clearance is needed  
to get to adjustment bolt, move mower  
deck height to the lowest position.  
After above adjustment is made, if the  
tractor still creeps forward or backward  
while motion control lever is in neutral  
position, follow these steps:  
1. Loosen the adjustment bolt.  
2. Move the motion control lever 1/4 to  
1/2 inch in the direction it is trying to  
creep.  
3. Tighten adjustment bolt securely.  
4. Start engine and test.  
FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER  
The front wheel toe-in and camber are not  
adjustable on your tractor. If damage has  
occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in  
or camber, contact our authorized service  
center/department.  
TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS  
1. Block up axle securely.  
2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and  
washers to allow wheel removal (rear  
wheels have a square key - Do not  
lose).  
3. Repair tire and reassemble.  
NOTE: On rear wheels only: align grooves in  
rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square key.  
4. Replace washers and snap retaining  
ring securely in axle groove.  
5. Replace axle cover.  
NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent  
flat tires due to slow leaks, purchase and  
use tire sealant from an authorized service  
center/department. Tire sealant also pre-  
vents tire dry rot and corrosion.  
Washers  
Retaining  
Ring  
Axle  
Cover  
5. If tractor still creeps, repeat above  
steps until satisfied.  
Square Key  
(Rear Wheel Only)  
Motion Control Lever  
TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BAT-  
TERY  
WARNING: Lead-acid batteries  
generate explosive gases. Keep sparks,  
flame and smoking materials away from  
batteries. Always wear eye protection  
when around batteries.  
If your battery is too weak to start the  
engine, it should be recharged. (See "BAT-  
TERY" in the MAINTENANCE section of  
this manual).  
If “jumper cables” are used for emergency  
starting, follow this procedure:  
IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped  
with a 12 volt system. The other vehicle  
must also be a 12 volt system. Do not use  
your tractor battery to start other vehicles.  
Neutral  
Lock  
Adjustment Bolt  
Gate  
TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/  
REPLACEMENT  
Should your transmission require removal  
for service or replacement, it should be  
purged after reinstallation and before op-  
erating the tractor. See “PURGE TRANS-  
MISSION” in the Operation section of this  
manual.  
TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-  
MENT  
If steering wheel crossbars are not  
horizontal (left to right) when wheels are  
positioned straight forward, remove steer-  
ing wheel and reassemble with crossbars  
horizontal. Tighten securely.  
TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -  
1. Connect one end of the RED cable  
to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each  
battery(A-B), taking care not to short  
against tractor chassis.  
2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable  
to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal (C) of  
fully charged battery.  
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3. Connect the other end of the BLACK  
cable (D) to good chassis ground,  
away from fuel tank and battery.  
TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB  
1. Raise hood.  
2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the  
backside of the grill.  
3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb  
holder securely back into the hole in  
the backside of the grill.  
4. Close hood.  
INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS  
TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE  
ORDER -  
1. BLACK cable first from chassis and  
then from the fully charged battery.  
2. RED cable last from both batteries.  
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.  
TO REPLACE FUSE  
Replace with 20 amp automotive-type  
plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located  
behind the dash.  
02614  
Weak or Dead  
Battery  
Fully Charged  
Battery  
TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS-  
SEMBLY  
1. Raise hood.  
2. Unsnap headlight wire connector.  
3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at  
sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of  
tractor.  
4. When replacing hood, be sure to  
reconnect the headlight wire connector.  
REPLACING BATTERY  
WARNING: Do not short battery  
terminals by allowing a wrench or any  
other object to contact both terminals at  
the same time. Before connecting battery,  
remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands,  
rings, etc.  
Positive terminal must be connected  
first to prevent sparking from accidental  
grounding.  
1. Lift hood to raised position.  
2. Remove terminal guard.  
3. Disconnect BLACK battery cable  
then RED battery cable and carefully  
remove battery from tractor.  
4. Install new battery with terminals in  
same position as old battery.  
5. Reinstall terminal guard.  
Hood  
Headlight Wire  
Connector  
6. First connect RED battery cable to  
positive (+) battery terminal with hex  
bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten  
securely.  
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7. Connect BLACK grounding cable to  
negative (-) battery terminal with re-  
maining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten  
securely  
8. Close terminal access doors.  
9. Close hood.  
ENGINE  
TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL  
CABLE  
The throttle control has been preset at the  
factory and adjustment should not be nec-  
essary. Check adjustment as described  
below before loosening cable. If adjust-  
ment is necessary, see engine manual.  
Hex  
Bolt  
Keps Nut  
TO ADJUST CARBURETOR  
Terminal  
Access  
Door  
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/  
department for repair and/or adjustment.  
Positive  
(Red)  
Cable  
Terminal  
Guard  
Negative (Black)  
Cable  
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STORAGE  
blended fuels (called gasohol or using  
Immediately prepare your tractor for stor-  
age at the end of the season or if the trac-  
tor will not be used for 30 days or more.  
WARNING: Never store the tractor  
with gasoline in the tank inside a building  
where fumes may reach an open flame  
or spark. Allow the engine to cool before  
storing in any enclosure.  
ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture  
which leads to separation and formation of  
acids during storage. Acidic gas can dam-  
age the fuel system of an engine while in  
storage.  
• Empty the fuel tank by starting the en-  
gine and letting it run until the fuel lines  
and carburetor are empty.  
TRACTOR  
• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner  
products in the fuel tank or permanent  
damage may occur.  
Remove mower from tractor for winter  
storage. When mower is to be stored for a  
period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove  
all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a  
clean, dry area.  
• Use fresh fuel next season.  
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable  
alternative in minimizing the formation of  
fuel gum deposits during storage. Add  
stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or stor-  
age 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 car-  
buretor. Do not empty the gas tank and  
carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.  
ENGINE OIL  
1. Clean entire tractor (See “CLEANING”  
in the Maintenance section of this  
manual).  
2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary  
(See belt replacement instructions in  
the Service and Adjustments section of  
this manual).  
3. Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance  
section of this manual.  
4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws  
are securely fastened. Inspect moving  
parts for damage, breakage and wear.  
Replace if necessary.  
Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace  
with clean engine oil. (See “ENGINE” in  
the Maintenance section of this manual).  
CYLINDER(S)  
1. Remove spark plug(s).  
2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark  
plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).  
3. Turn ignition key to “START” position  
for a few seconds to distribute oil.  
4. Replace with new spark plug(s).  
5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint  
surfaces; sand lightly before painting.  
BATTERY  
• Fully charge the battery for storage.  
• After a period of time in storage, battery  
may require recharging.  
To help prevent corrosion and power  
leakage during long periods of storage,  
battery cables should be disconnected  
and battery cleaned thoroughly (see “TO  
CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS” in  
the Maintenance section of this manual).  
• After cleaning, leave cables discon-  
nected and place cables where they  
cannot come in contact with battery  
terminals.  
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 pro-  
tective cover that does not retain mois-  
ture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot  
breathe which allows condensation to  
form and will cause your tractor to rust.  
IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while  
engine and exhaust areas are still warm.  
• If battery is removed from tractor for  
storage, do not store battery directly on  
concrete or damp surfaces.  
ENGINE  
FUEL SYSTEM  
IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent  
gum deposits from forming in essential  
fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel  
hose, or tank during storage. Also, alcohol  
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:  
PROBLEM  
Will not start  
CAUSE  
CORRECTION  
1. Out of fuel.  
2. Engine not “CHOKED”  
properly.  
1. Fill fuel tank.  
2. See “TO START ENGINE” in  
Operation section.  
3. Wait several minutes before  
attempting to start.  
3. Engine flooded.  
4. Bad spark plug.  
5. Dirty air filter.  
6. Dirty fuel filter.  
7. Water in fuel.  
4. Replace spark plug.  
5. Clean/replace air filter.  
6. Replace fuel filter.  
7. Empty fuel tank and carbure-  
tor, refill tank with fresh gas-  
oline and replace fuel filter.  
8. Check all wiring.  
8. Loose or damaged wiring.  
9. Carburetor out of adjustment. 9. See To Adjust Carburetor”  
in Service and Adjustments  
section.  
10.Contact an authorized  
service center/department.  
10.Engine valves out of  
adjustment.  
Hard to start  
1. Dirty air filter.  
1. Clean/replace air filter.  
2. Replace spark plug.  
3. Recharge or replace battery.  
4. Replace fuel filter.  
5. Empty fuel tank and refill tank  
with fresh, clean gasoline.  
6. Check all wiring.  
2. Bad spark plug.  
3. Weak or dead battery.  
4. Dirty fuel filter.  
5. Stale or dirty fuel.  
6. Loose or damaged wiring.  
7. Carburetor out of adjustment. 7. See To Adjust Carburetor” in  
Service and Adjustments  
section.  
8. Contact an authorized  
service center/department.  
8. Engine valves out of  
adjustment.  
Engine will not  
turn over  
1. Brake pedal not depressed. 1. Depress brake pedal.  
2. Attachment clutch is engaged. 2. Disengage attachment clutch.  
3. Weak or dead battery.  
4. Blown fuse.  
3. Recharge or replace battery.  
4. Replace fuse.  
5. Corroded battery terminals. 5. Clean battery terminals.  
6. Loose or damaged wiring.  
7. Faulty ignition switch.  
6. Check all wiring.  
7. Check/replace ignition switch.  
8. Check/replace solenoid or  
starter.  
8. Faulty solenoid or starter.  
9. Faulty operator presence  
switch(es).  
9. Contact an authorized  
service center/department.  
Engine clicks but 1. Weak or dead battery.  
1. Recharge or replace battery.  
will not start  
2. Corroded battery terminals. 2. Clean battery terminals.  
3. Loose or damaged wiring.  
4. Faulty solenoid or starter.  
3. Check all wiring.  
4. Check/replace solenoid or  
starter.  
Loss of power  
1. Cutting too much grass/too  
fast.  
1. Raise cutting height/reduce  
speed.  
2. Throttle in “CHOKE” position. 2. Adjust throttle control.  
3. Build-up of grass, leaves and 3. Clean underside of mower  
trash under mower.  
4. Dirty air filter.  
5. Low oil level/dirty oil.  
housing.  
4. Clean/replace air filter.  
5. Check oil level/change oil.  
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PROBLEM  
CAUSE  
CORRECTION  
Loss of power  
(continued)  
6. Faulty spark plug.  
6. Clean and regap or change  
spark plug.  
7. Dirty fuel filter.  
8. Stale or dirty fuel.  
7. Replace fuel filter.  
8. Empty fuel tank and refill tank  
with fresh, clean gasoline.  
9. Empty fuel tank and carbure-  
tor, refill tank with fresh gas-  
oline and replace fuel filter.  
10.Connect and tighten spark  
plug wire.  
9. Water in fuel.  
10.Spark plug wire loose.  
11.Dirty engine air screen/fins. 11.Clean engine air screen/fins.  
12.Dirty/clogged muffler.  
13.Loose or damaged wiring.  
12.Clean/replace muffler.  
13.Check all wiring.  
14.Carburetor out of adjustment. 14.See “To Adjust Carburetor”  
in Service and Adjustments  
section.  
15.Contact an authorized  
service center/department.  
15.Engine valves out of  
adjustment.  
Excessive  
vibration  
1. Worn, bent or loose blade.  
2. Bent blade mandrel.  
1. Replace blade. Tighten  
blade bolt.  
2. Contact an authorized  
service center/department.  
3. Tighten loose part(s).  
Replace damaged parts.  
3. Loose/damaged part(s).  
Engine continues 1. Faulty operator-safety  
1. Check wiring, switches and  
connections. If not corrected,  
contact an authorized  
to run when  
operator leaves  
seat with  
attachment  
clutch engaged  
presence control system.  
service center/department.  
Poor cut - uneven 1. Worn, bent or loose blade.  
1. Replace blade. Tighten  
blade bolt.  
2. Mower deck not level.  
3. Buildup of grass, leaves, and 3. Clean underside of mower  
trash under mower.  
4. Bent blade mandrel.  
2. Level mower deck.  
housing.  
4. Contact an authorized  
service center/department.  
5. Clean around mandrels to  
open vent holes.  
5. Clogged mower deck vent  
from build-up of grass, leaves,  
and trash around mandrels.  
Mower blades will 1. Obstruction in clutch  
1. Remove obstruction.  
not rotate  
mechanism.  
2. Worn/damaged mower drive 2. Replace mower drive belt.  
belt.  
3. Frozen idler pulley.  
4. Frozen blade mandrel.  
3. Replace idler pulley.  
4. Contact an authorized  
service center/department.  
Poor grass  
discharge  
1. Engine speed too slow.  
1. Place throttle control in  
“FAST” position.  
2. Shift to slower speed.  
2. Travel speed too fast.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:  
PROBLEM  
CAUSE  
CORRECTION  
Poor grass  
discharge  
(continued)  
3. Wet grass.  
3. Allow grass to dry before  
mowing.  
4. Mower deck not level.  
4. Level mower deck.  
5. Low/uneven tire air pressure. 5. Check tires for proper air  
pressure.  
6. Worn, bent or loose blade.  
6. Replace/sharpen blade.  
Tighten blade bolt.  
7. Buildup of grass, leaves and 7. Clean underside of mower  
trash under mower.  
8. Mower drive belt worn.  
housing.  
8. Replace mower drive belt.  
9. Blades improperly installed. 9. Reinstall blades sharp edge  
down.  
10.Improper blades used.  
10.Replace with blades listed in  
this manual.  
11.Clogged mower deck vent  
holes from buildup of grass,  
leaves, and trash around  
mandrels.  
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  
.
2. Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s).  
3. Check/replace light switch.  
4. Check wiring and connections.  
5. Replace fuse.  
3. Faulty light switch.  
4. Loose or damaged wiring.  
5. Blown fuse.  
Battery will not  
charge  
1. Bad battery cell(s).  
2. Poor cable connections.  
3. Faulty regulator  
1. Replace battery.  
2. Check/clean all connections.  
3. Replace regulator.  
(if so equipped).  
4. Faulty alternator.  
4. Replace alternator.  
Loss of drive  
1. Freewheel control in  
“disengaged” position.  
2. Motion drive belt worn,  
damaged, or broken.  
3. Air trapped in transmission  
during shipment or servicing.  
1. Place freewheel control in  
“engaged” position.  
2. Replace motion drive belt.  
3. Purge transmission.  
Engine “backfires” 1. Engine throttle control not set 1. Move throttle control to  
when turning  
engine “OFF”  
at “SLOW” position for 30  
30 seconds before stopping  
engine.  
“SLOW” position and allow  
to idle for 30 seconds before  
stopping engine.  
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