Simplicity Manufacturing TP 300-3883-02-CH-SN User's Manual
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1. 3 Clear the area of objects such as rocks toys wire etc which could be picked up and thrown by the blade s 4 Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing Stop the unit if anyone enters the area 5 Never carry passengers 6 Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while backing 7 Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place 8 Slow down before turning 9 Never leave a running unit unattended Always turn off blades set parking brake stop engine and remove keys before dismounting 10 Turn off blades when not mowing 11 Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute 12 Mow only in daylight or good artificial light 13 Do not operate the unit while under the influence of alcohol or drugs 14 Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways 15 Use extra care when loading or unloading the unit into a trailer or truck ll Slope operation Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip over acci dents 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 WARNING SLOPE OPERATION Never operate on slopes greater than 17 6 percent 10 which is a rise of 3 1 2 feet 106 cm vertically in 202. TP 300 3883 02 CH SN Champion Series TA Ground Speed Control ee Lever Adjustment Operator Adjustment The control levers can be adjusted in three ways The alignment of the control levers the placement of the levers how close the ends are to one another and the height of the levers can be adjusted To Adjust the Handle Alignment Loosen the mount bolts A Figure 11 and pivot the lever s C to align with each other Figure 11 Control Lever Adjustment To Adjust the Handle Placement Loosen the jam nuts sy Alignment Hardware and adjust the placement bolt B Figure 11 in or out to B Placement Hardware properly adjust the lever end spacing C Ground Speed Control Lever To Adjust the Handle Height Remove the mounting hardware and reposition the handle either up or down from its original position You will need to readjust the handle alignment as described above Speed Balancing Adjustment lf the rider veers to the right or left when the ground speed control levers are in the maximum forward or reverse position the top speed of each of these levers can be balanced by turning the adjustment bolt s A Figure 12 Only adjust the speed of the wheel that is traveling faster TO REDUCE THE SPEED OF THE FASTER WHEEL 1 Loosen the securing nut 2 Turn the top speed adjustment bolt COUNTER XG Lays CLOCKWISE to reduce the speed Figure 12 Top Speed Adjustment 3 Retighten the securing nut when adju
3. Transmission Fill Level Mark 9 2003 Champion Series Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement To avoid damaging belts DO NOT PRY BELTS OVER PULLEYS AE 4 L 1 Park the rider on a smooth level surface such as a N 4 concrete floor Disengage the PTO engage the park o j d egi LDN ing brake turn off the engine and remove the ignition A yt key WR 2 Remove the PTO drive belt see MOWER BELT REPLACEMENT for removal instructions 3 Loosen the nut towards the front of the machine on the spring anchor hook H Figure 25 to release the majority of the belt tension Use caution and remove the nut to completely release the tension y 4 Remove the old belt and replace it with the new one Make sure the V side of the belt runs in the grooves of the crankshaft pulley and pump pulleys B amp Figure 25 Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement Shown from Below 5 Reinstall the anchor hook H into the anchor tab and loosely fasten the nut Adjust the spring until a mea a A carne surement of 7 3 4 19 7cm is achieved from the out ey side of the spring hooks Tighten nut a ap Paley D Idler Pulley stationary 6 Reinstall the PTO drive belt E Idler Pulley F Idler Arm G Spring H Spring Anchor Hook 9 2003 17 TP 300 3883 02 CH SN Champion Series Mower Belt Replacement To avoid damaging belts DO NOT PRY BELTS OVER PULLEYS 1 Park the rider on a smooth level surf
4. washers and lockwashers E in front 2 Connect the seat switch wire harness D Figure 2 to the seat switch Install Ground Speed Control Levers 1 Mount the left upper control arm F Figure 4 and right upper control arm D to the lower control arms E using four 5 16 18 x 1 capscrews lockwashers and washers NOTE The ground speed control levers and seat must be adjusted to fit the operator See SEAT ADJUST MENTS and GROUND SPEED CONTROL LEVER ADJUSTMENTS in the Adjustments section 9 2003 Champion Series Figure 3 Seat Installation A B C D E Seat Spacers Seat Plate Shoulder Bolt Knob Washer and Internal External Lockwasher Figure 4 Install Control Levers 5 16 18 x 1 Capscrews 5 16 Lockwashers 5 16 Washers Right Upper Control Arm Lower Control Arms Left Upper Control Arm TP 300 3883 02 CH SN Champion Series Figure 5 Check Fluid Levels A Fuel Tank Cap B Transmission Oil Cap C Engine Oil Dip Stick Figure 6 Transmission Oil Fill Level D Locking Tab A Fill Level Mark E Locking Screw Check ES Fluid Levels Fill amp Check Engine Oil 1 Use the dipstick C Figure 5 to check the engine oil level If necessary add engine oil Check engine manufacturers owner s manual for oil recommenda tions Check Fill Transmission Oil Rear 15 psi 1 03 bar Oil Type Mobil 1 15W 50 synthetic oil or Castrol Syntec 5W 50 oil 1
5. Check the oil level when the unit is cold The inspec tion port is located on the inside of the right tank Tim Reduce amp Check Tire cover The oil level should be within 1 2 1 3 cm of Figure 7 Tire Pressures the horizontal level mark A Figure 6 If the oil is Pressu res below this level proceed to step 2 The tires are over inflated for shipping purposes Inflate 2 Before removing the reservoir cap make sure the to the pressures shown Note that these pressures may area around the reservoir cap and fill neck of the differ slightly from the Max Inflation stamped on the reservoir is free of dust dirt or other debris Loosen side wall of the tires The pressures shown provide prop the locking capscrew E Figure 5 securing the lock er traction improve cut quality and extend tire life ing tab D slide the lock tab back and remove the cap B 3 Add either Mobil 1 15W 50 synthetic oil or Castrol Syntec 5W 50 oil DO NOT use conventional oils 4 Reinstall the reservoir cap move the locking tab between two notches and tighten the locking cap screw The locking tab is installed as a reminder to the customer to not put fuel in this reservoir TP 300 3883 02 CH SN 6 9 2003 Champion Series Setup Torque Mower Blades WARNING For your personal safety blade mounting capscrews must each be installed with a hex washer and spring washer then securely tightened Torque blade mounti
6. PTO Clutch Adjustment c cccccsscccsssssssssesssseeseeeeees 13 delivery to your customers PTO Clutch Adjustment icles csceccsicceut eeutscoteecetinesavecsioteodies 13 Additional information concerning functional tests Blade Brake Check E E eae 13 general adjustment procedures and the location of Mower Deck Leveling Sane gla Sara EA 14 normal lubrication points are included in these Mower Deck Belt Tension Adjustment scuiinieabaeewecenienmerie 14 instructions SERVICE PROCEDURES Transmission Oil Filter Change ccccccssssseeeeeseeeseees 16 Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement 005 17 Mower Belt Replacement cccssssecsssseeeseseeeseseeeeseeenes 18 Form No 1725766 Revision 02 9 2003 1 TP 300 3883 02 CH SN Champion Series SAFETY RULES Read these safety rules and follow them closely Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of equipment severe per sonal injury or death to you yourself or bystanders or damage to property or equipment This mowing deck is capable of amputat ing hands and feet and throwing objects The triangle in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed IMPORTANT Safe operation practices for riding mowers l General operation 1 Read understand and follow all instructions in the manual and on the unit before starting 2 Only allow responsible adults who are familiar with the instruc tions to operate the unit
7. feet 607 cm horizontally Select slow ground speed before driving onto slope In addition to front and rear weights use extra caution when operating on slopes with rear mounted grass catcher Mow UP and DOWN the slope never across the face use caution when changing directions and DO NOT START OR STOP ON SLOPE DO e See your authorized dealer for recommendations of wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability e Mow up and down slopes not across e Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc e Watch for holes ruts or bumps Uneven terrain could overturn the unit Tall grass can hide obstacles e Use slow ground speed so that you will not have to stop or change speeds while on the slope e Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments These can change the stability of the unit TP 300 3683 02 CH sN e Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction e Avoid starting or stopping on a slope If tires lose traction disen gage the blade s and proceed slowly straight down the slope DO NOT e Do not turn on slopes unless necessary and then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible e Do not mow near drop offs ditches or embankments The unit could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch or if an edge caves in e Do not mow on wet grass Reduced traction could cause sliding e Do not try to stabilize the uni
8. tension when the gauge is inserted and removed and make any necessary adjustments by tightening or loosen ing the adjustment nuts NOTE The actual air gap between the rotor and arma ture may vary even after performing the adjustment pro cedure This is due to dimensional variations on compo nent parts and is an acceptable condition 6 Check the mower blade stopping time The mower blades and mower drive belt should come to a com plete stop within five seconds after the electric PTO switch is turned off 9 2003 Champion Series Figure 17 Adjust PTO Clutch A Window B Adjustment Nut C 016 018 0 40 0 45mm Feeler Gauge AWARNING To avoid serious injury perform adjustments only with engine stopped key removed and rider on level ground Blade Brake Check Mower blades and mower drive belt should come to a complete stop within five seconds after electric PTO switch is turned off 1 With parking brake engaged PTO disengaged and an operator in the seat start the engine 2 Have an assistant observe the mower drive belt through the opening between the frame and top of mower deck Engage the PTO and wait several sec onds Disengage the PTO and check the amount of time it takes for the mower drive belt to stop 3 If the mower drive belt does not stop within five sec onds perform the PTO Clutch Adjustment If the belt still does not stop within 5 seconds replace the clutch TP 300 3883
9. 02 CH SN Champion Series Figure 18 Orient Blades Side to Side TEJ Mower Deck Leveling zal Perform these adjustments on a flat level surface SIDE TO SIDE LEVELING 1 With the mower installed place the rider on a smooth level surface such as a concrete floor Turn the front wheels so they are straight 2 Check for bent blades and replace if necessary 3 Place the mower cutting height pin in the 4th hole from the bottom C Figure 20 Arrange the outside mower blades so that they are pointing from side to side Figure 18 4 Measure the distance between the outside tips of each blade and the ground Figures 18 amp 19 If there is more than 1 8 8mm difference between the mea surements on each side proceed to step 5 If the dif ference is 1 8 8mm or less proceed to step 6 5 Use the rear leveling rods B Figure 20 to adjust the side to side leveling of the deck Repeat step 4 if necessary FRONT TO BACK LEVELING 6 Arrange the blades so they face front to back Figure 21 7 Measure the distance from the ground to the front tip of the center blade and from the ground to rear tips of left hand and right hand blades Figures 19 amp 21 The front tip of the center blade should be 1 4 6mm higher than rear tips of left hand and right hand blades If not proceed with steps 8 11 8 Check the length of the hanging rods the rear D Figure 20 should be 15 38 1cm and is not adju
10. Dealer Setup amp Adjustment Instructions Zero Turn Riders amp Mowers Refer to the Dealer Setup amp Adjustment binder Index for a TABLE OF CONTENTS on sane SAFETY RULES verre 2 Riders SETUP PROCEDURES 1694454 18HP Zero Turn Rider QUICK Setup LIST asse 3 1694455 20HP Zero Turn Rider UN Crating ccsseccessseeessseesssceessseeessecessssceensseeessseesssaees 4 oo ae eatin ioe E Battery Activation amp Installation cccccscesesesesveseen 4 5091000 Z118440KH 18HP Zero Turn Rider with 44 Mower Rider AASSOMIDIY sseninscctinavsimnsasaisstanstectinsaineertseaninavatiacinmecees 5 9091001 ZT20500BV 20HP Zero Turn Rider with 50 Mower Seat and Safety Switch Assembly cc ccccessseeeesseees 5 owen Install Ground Speed Control LeverS ccccceeesseeeeeees 5 1694456 44 Mower Deck Check Floid TOVGUS inssin denai a 5 1694457 50 Mower Deck Fill and Check Engine Ol s ccncccsoscesncoeatetsdececescnqccseencnntese 6 1694459 44 Mower Deck CE Check Transmission Oil Level ccccccseeceeeeeeeeeeeeaees 6 1694461 50 Mower Deck CE Reduce and Check Tire Pressure cssssssseessseeeeeeees 6 Torque Mower Blades ccssscccsssecesessceessesneneeeneneenneaseens 7 ATTENTION SETUP PERSONNEL EUNOTIG AU OW vicseccaieceneesacawccnnaecaivtissesiwendcerseseedesaieadeeeieeiasnewcies 7 l l Ea l l P rtorm Safety CHECKS iiscisscddrsscseusscssesuunniasivannecdanidesneasnsca 8 The safety ere provi
11. Rod Spring B Rod End 9 2003 11 TP 300 3883 02 CH SN Champion Series wie Parking Brake Ea Adjustment 1 Disengage the PTO stop the engine block the front wheels remove the ignition key and engage the parking brake For easier access to the brake adjust ment linkage the rear wheels may be removed 2 Check the brake spring A Figure 14 length both wheels With the brake engaged the compressed spring length should be 2 5 cm If not adjust the locknut C to achieve the compressed spring length of 2 5 cm 3 After achieving the correct spring compression check the set collar gap B With the parking brake engaged the set collar gap should be 3 16 5 mm If not loosen the set collar screw and move the collar to the correct position Trim Front Suspension Sa Adjustment Select Models The shock assembly can be adjusted to vary the amount of pre load applied to the springs This allows the opera tor to customize the ride according to operators weight and operating conditions LESS PRE LOAD e Light operator weight e Softer more cushioned ride e Best for relatively flat terrain MORE PRE LOAD e Heavy operator weight e Stiffer more rigid ride e Better handling and greater stability on hilly terrain TO ADJUST THE SPRING PRE LOAD 1 Park machine on a flat level surface Disengage the PTO stop the engine and engage the parking brake 2 See Figure 25 Turn the pre load adjustment
12. ace such as a concrete floor Disengage the PTO engage the parking brake turn off the engine and remove the ignition key 2 Remove the capscrews securing the left and right belt covers A B Figure 27 and remove the covers 3 Raise the mower deck to transport position Use the lever D Figure 26 to release tension on the mower belt and remove the belt from the PTO pulley C 4 Remove the old drive belt and install the new one as shown in Figure 26 Note that the back of the drive belt must ride against the back side idler pulleys B Use the belt tension lever D to release tension on the idler pulley for installation PRODUCTS INC McDonough GA 30253 www snapper com Simplicity MANUFACTURING INC 500 N Spring Street PO Box 997 Port Washington WI 53074 0997 USA www simplicitymfg com Figure 26 Mower Belt Routing Arbor Pulleys Back Side Idler Pulleys PTO Pulley Belt Tension Release Lever 0UOWNS i Cph X gt Li A N D gt T B E aA 5 G SS 7 J GK Figure 27 Belt Covers A Right Side Belt Cover B Left Side Belt Cover 2003 Simplicity Manufacturing Inc All Rights Reserved
13. ation regularly 5 Keep equipment free of grass leaves or other debris build up 6 Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object Repair if necessary before restarting 7 Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running 8 Grass catcher components are subject to wear damage and dete rioration which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown Frequently check components and replace when neces sary with manufacturer s recommended parts 9 Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blade s or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them 10 Check brake operation frequently Adjust and service as required 11 Allow the unit to cool before storing 9 2003 Champion Series Quick Setup List Page Setup Procedure Steps to Perform 4 Uncrating E E Remove crate amp banding Place transmissions in PUSH position amp roll off skid 4 Battery Activation amp Installation L Charge the battery Note proceed with other setup steps while battery is charging Test battery with hydrometer or load tester Install amp secure battery Rider Assembly Install the seat and connect the seat switch Install ground speed control levers Check Fluid Levels COC CL L L Fill amp check Engine oil level Check transmission fluid level Reduce amp check tire pressures Front tires 40 psi rear tires 15 psi Mower Assembly Torqu
14. c tion Seat Switch Connection Check that the seat switch wire harness D Figure 2 is connected to the seat switch TP 300 356383 02 CH SN Burnish PTO Clutch 1 Select a safe area to operate the mower deck With the drive in neutral the PTO switch disengaged and an operator in the seat start the tractor engine Run the engine at full throttle Engage the PTO switch and run the deck for fifteen seconds Disengage the PTO switch and wait for the mower drive belt to stop Repeat step 2 above ten times and then re check the mower blade stopping time Stopping time must be five seconds or less 9 2003 SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches These safety systems are present for your safety do not attempt to bypass safety switches and never tam per with safety devices Check their operation regular ly Operational SAFETY Checks TEST 1 ENGINE SHOULD NOT CRANK IF e PTO switch is engaged OR e Parking brake is not engaged OR e Motion control handles are not in their NEUTRAL positions TEST 2 ENGINE SHOULD CRANK IF e PTO switch is NOT engaged AND e Parking brake is engaged AND e Motion control handles are locked in their NEU TRAL positions TEST 3 ENGINE SHOULD SHUT OFF IF e Operator rises off seat with PTO engaged OR e Operator rises off seat with parking brake disen gaged OR e Operator moves motion control handles out of their neutral p
15. collar A CLOCKWISE to increase the pre load turn COUNTER CLOCKWISE to decrease the pre load Make sure both shocks are set to the same amount of pre load TP 300 356383 02 CH SN 12 Figure 14 Parking Brake Adjustment A Brake Spring B Set Collar C Locknut INCREASE DECREASE Figure 15 Front Suspension Adjustment A Pre Load Adjustment Collar 3 Secure the set collar by placing the rubber o ring against tt 9 2003 Figure 16 PTO Clutch Adjustment A Adjustment Window Qty 3 one shown B Adjustment Nut PTO Clutch Adjustment Adjust a Check the PTO clutch adjustment after the initial 25 hour break in period and then after every 250 hours of opera tion Also perform the following procedure if the clutch is slipping or will not engage or if a new clutch has been installed 1 Remove key from ignition switch and disconnect spark plug wires to prevent the possibility of acciden tal starting while the PTO is being adjusted 2 See Figure 16 Note the position of the 3 adjustment windows A in the side of the brake plate and the nylock adjustment nuts B 3 Insert a 010 018 0 40 0 45mm feeler gauge C through each window positioning the gauge between the rotor face and the armature face as shown in Figure 17 4 Alternately tighten the adjustment nuts B Figure 16 until the rotor face and armature face just contacts the gauge 5 Check the windows for an equal amount of
16. d be greater than 7 17 8 cm If not adjust the bracket accordingly Figure 22 Mower Drive Belt Tension Adjustment A Idler Bracket B Tensioning Spring 9 2003 15 TP 300 3883 02 CH SN Champion Series Service Procedures Transmission Oil Filter Change Do not allow dirt water or other debris to enter the expansion chamber or transmission Even a small amount of dirt can damage the transmission Change Interval Every 250 Hours Filter Part Number 1719168 1 Locate the transmission oil filter C Figure 24 at the rear of the battery compartment under the seat 2 Clean the area around the filter base and remove the filter 3 Lubricate the new filter base with a few drops of trans mission oil and fill it half full with transmission oil 4 Thread the new filter onto the filter base until the gas ket makes contact then tighten 3 4 of a turn more 5 Run the unit for several minutes and check the trans mission oil level D IMPORTANT NOTE Use caution after changing the fil ter air in the hydraulic system may affect the responsive ness of the control levers Repeat step 5 until the air is out of the system TP 300 356383 02 CH SN Figure 23 Maintenance Fuel Tank Cap Transmission Oil Cap Fuel Filter Locking Tab Locking Screw mOoOwW gt Figure 24 Battery Compartment A Positive Cable amp Terminal B Negative Cable amp Terminal C Transmission Filter D
17. ded a this guide and a Functional Tesle Aenean a en ee 8 A me OPEO manual MEUOGA WIIN IMO WAYCONAIN Mower Blade Stopping Check ccccsssseccceesseeeeeeeeeees 8 important information that must be obeyed when l assembling setting up operating servicing trans Seat Switch CONECO asics 8 porting or storing the unit Burnish P TO 2 0 9 eee ee eee ae 8 These warnings are highlighted by the safety alert triangle sym Safety Interlock System si cec cesscvetencnecvesessnseetsaiecheacecndeatans 9 bol shown above which signifies that an important safety mes ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES sage is being provided Seat Adjustments ccvnsesscccveseasiectecwsnccessasecensesessccnsssenessesereces 9 You must read understand and follow these warnings and Ground Speed Control Lever Adjustment 000 10 instructions and use safe shop and work practices at all Operator AjUStMeNt eeeccceeceecescesesseseesescesteseeeerees 10 times while working on or around this unit and all other Speed Balancing AdjUStMenNt ccccceeeesseeeeeeeeeeees 10 outdoor power equipment Neutral AGJUSUMCING aicccususatencsncncanceceeianadumindnanctondacnesesen 11 Setup Sections and items denoted by the Setup symbol Parking Brake Adjustment csseccsssseeeseesseeeseeees 12 provide the information necessary to fully assemble Front Suspension Adjustment ccccsssseeeeeeseeees 12 test and prepare the units described above for
18. e mower blade bolts N Lubrication Lubricate all grease amp oil points SAFETY CHECKS OOCL L L L Check for LOOSE HARDWARE Check all OPERATOR CONTROLS Test PARKING BRAKE Perform MOWER BLADE STOPPING CHECK Blade must stop within 5 seconds Perform SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM CHECK 9 2003 Burnish Electric Clutch L L Burnish electric clutch run for 15 seconds repeat 10 times Repeat MOWER BLADE STOPPING CHECK Blade must stop within 5 seconds 3 TP 300 3883 02 CH SN Champion Series Setup Uncrating 1 Using a reciprocating utility saw or equivalent cut crate away from bottom skid Remove crate Remove shrink wrap plastic 2 Cut any banding securing the unit 3 Release parking brake IMPORTANT NOTE When cutting crate from bottom skid use caution around tires and mower rollers 4 Place hydro release valves A Figure 1 in the PUSH position by turning the valve counterclockwise one to two turns 5 Be sure there are no nails or sharp objects on the bot tom of the skid to puncture the tires Roll the rider for ward off the skid 6 Engage the hydro pumps by tightening the release valves A to 80 120 in Ibs Setup Battery Activation amp S24 Installation A WARNING BATTERY SAFETY RULES e Battery acid causes severe burns Avoid contact with skin e Wear eye protection while handling the battery e To avoid an explosion keep flames and spark
19. ng capscrew to 45 55 ft Ibs 61 75 N m 1 Check that blades are installed with the tabs pointing up toward deck as shown in Figure 8 Secure with a Figure 8 Blade Installation capscrew spring washer and spline hex washer be A 4x4 Wood Block certain the spline hex washer is aligned with the B Hex Washer shaft Use a wooden block to prevent blade rotation C Spring Washer and torque capscrews to 45 55 ft lbs 61 75 N m D Blade Capscrew Sz Lubrication Lubricate the unit at the following lubrication points as Generally all moving metal parts should be oiled where well as those shown in Figure 9 contact is made with other parts Keep oil and grease off Grease Oil belts and pulleys Remember to wipe fittings and sur l faces clean both before and after lubrication e front caster wheel axles e control handle pivots e deck lift linkage roller straps discharge chute hinge Use grease fittings when present Disassemble parts to e mower deck idler arm apply grease to moving parts when grease fittings are e Oscillating front axle not installed Not all greases are compatible Use auto e Front caster supports motive type lithium grease e mower deck arbors Access hole in E an front deck S Lube Idler S grease front LET AAN YE A LE Z axe 2 3 Ss c gt A a He G Figure 9 Lubrication 9 2003 7 TP 300 3883 02 CH SN Champion Series Perform Safety Checks WARNING Disengage the PTO
20. ositions before disengaging parking brake TEST 4 BLADE BRAKE CHECK The mower blades and mower drive belt should come to a complete stop within five seconds after the electric PTO switch is turned off or operator rises off seat If mower drive belt does not stop within five seconds see your dealer NOTE Once the engine has stopped the PTO switch must be turned off parking brake must be engaged and the ground speed control handles must be locked in their NEUTRAL positions in order to start the engine A WARNING If the unit does not pass a safety test do not operate it Under no circumstance should you attempt to defeat the purpose of the safety interlock system 9 2003 Champion Series Adjustment Procedures Adjust EA Seat Adjustments The seat and ground speed control levers should be adjusted so that operators elbows are supported by the arm rests when his her hands are on the controls and the ground speed control levers can be moved through their full range of motion without contacting the operator s legs Seat Slide Adjustment See Figure 10 The seat can be adjusted forward and back Loosen the knobs A move the seat to the desired position then tighten the knobs Seat Spring Adjustment Move the seat springs B Figure 10 into the front of the adjustment slot for lighter operators and to the rear for heavier operators Figure 10 Seat Adjustment A Adjustment Knobs B Seat Springs
21. s away from battery especially while charging e When installing battery cables CONNECT THE POSITIVE CABLE FIRST and negative cable last If not done in this order the positive terminal can be shorted to the frame by a tool Charge Battery 1 Tip the seat forward to access the battery 2 To charge the battery follow the instructions provided by the battery charger manufacturer as well as all warnings included in the safety rules section of this document Charge the battery until fully charged until the specific gravity of the electrolyte is 1 250 or higher and the electrolyte temperature is at least 60 F Do not charge at a rate higher than 10 amps TP 300 356383 02 CH SN Figure 1 Transmission Release Valves A Hydraulic Release Valve On Each Pump Figure 2 Battery A Negative Cable B Positive Cable amp Cover C Rubber Hold Down Strap D Seat Switch Wire Harness Install Battery 1 Install the battery in the battery compartment and secure using the rubber hold down strap C Figure 2 2 Connect the red positive battery cable B to the posi tive battery post 3 Connect the black negative battery cable A to the negative battery post using a capscrew washer lock washer and nut 9 2003 Setup Rider Assembly Seat amp Safety Switch Assembly 1 Mount the seat A Figure 3 and spacers B to the seat plate C using two shoulder bolts D in the rear and two knobs
22. st ed The front rods E should be initially adjusted to 14 3 4 37 5cm To adjust the pitch of the mower deck adjust the front pitch rods only 9 To lower the front of mower deck loosen the set col lars F Figure 20 and slide towards the mower deck loosen the jam nuts A and adjust the clevises out Reverse this to raise the front of the mower Be sure to raise or lower both clevis the same amount TP 300 3683 02 CH sN Figure 19 Measure Blade Tips to Ground A Mower Deck C Level Ground B Blade Tip Figure 20 Mower Leveling A Front Leveling Jam Nuts B Rear Leveling Rods C 4th Cutting Height Hole D Rear Hanger Rods E Front Hanger Rods F Set Collars G Stabilizer Figure 21 Orient Blades Front to Back 10 Re check the blade measurement then repeat steps 7 11 as necessary 11 Reposition the deck stabilizers G against the jam nuts A and push the set collars F up to meet the stabilizer and tighten 9 2003 Champion Series mam Mower Belt Tension 2al Adjustment 50 Mower N If the mower drive belt stretches over time the idler pul ley bracket can be adjusted to provide more belt tension The initial setting of the bracket is shown in Figure 22 1 Place the mower cutting height control in the 4 1 2 position C Figure 20 2 Measure the extended length of the belt tensioning spring B Figure 22 The spring length from inside end of the hook to inside end of hook shoul
23. stment is com A Forward Top Speed Adjustment Bolt plete B Control Lever Base C Reverse Top Speed Adjustment Bolt AWARNING DO NOT adjust the rider for a faster overall speed forward or reverse than it was designed for TP 300 3883 02 CH SN 10 9 2003 Champion Series Neutral Adjustments lf the tractor creeps while the ground speed control levers are locked in neutral then it may be necessary to adjust the linkage rods Perform this adjustment on a hard level surface such as a concrete floor IMPORTANT NOTE This adjustment should be per formed with the engine OFF Perform the adjustment then start the engine to check the adjustment If further adjustment is required stop the engine before adjusting the linkage 1 Determine which wheel is creeping The left side hydro pump and control linkage control the left wheel the right linkage controls the right wheel 2 Disengage the PTO engage the parking brake turn the engine off remove the key and wait for all mov ing parts to stop 3 Check the control rod spring A length The com pressed spring length should be 2 3 16 5 56cm 4 Disconnect the rod end B Figure 13 and loosen the jam nut Turn the rod end one to two turns to length en or shorten the control rod then retighten the jam nut and reconnect the rod end 5 Start the unit and check for transmission creep Repeat steps 2 4 if necessary Figure 13 Neutral Adjustments A Control
24. stop the engine set the parking brake and wait for moving parts to stop before leaving operator s position for any reason Setup If the unit does not pass the test do not operate it Under no circumstance should you attempt to defeat the purpose of the safety system Functional Tests 1 Check for loose bolts screws nuts etc 2 Start the engine and check all controls for proper operation ground speed control levers parking brake lever throttle and choke cables electric PTO clutch attachment lift etc 3 Stop the engine and check for fluid leaks oil gaso line or transmission oil 4 If any control fails to operate properly during testing or seems to be out of adjustment check and readjust it according to the following Adjustments section 4 Turn the key to OFF to end the demonstration Mower Blade Stopping Check Mower blades and mower drive belt should come to a complete stop within five seconds after the electric clutch switch is turned off With the tractor in neutral the electric clutch switch dis engaged and an operator in the seat start the tractor engine Run the engine at full throttle Engage the electric PTO clutch switch and wait several seconds Disengage electric clutch switch and check the time it takes for the mower drive belt to stop If the mower drive belt does not stop within five seconds adjust the PTO clutch according to the instructions in the Electric Clutch Adjustment se
25. t by putting your foot on the ground e Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes lll Children Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the unit and the mowing activity Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them 1 Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult 2 Be alert and turn unit off if children enter the area 3 Before and when backing look behind and down for small chil dren 4 Never carry children They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe unit operation 5 Never allow children to operate the unit 6 Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision IV Service 1 Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels They are flam mable and vapors are explosive a Use only an approved container b Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running Allow engine to cool before refueling Do not smoke c Never refuel the unit indoors d Never store the unit or fuel container inside where there is an open flame such as a water heater d Clean up oil and fuel spills immediately 2 Never run a unit inside a closed area 3 Keep nuts and bolts especially blade attachment bolts tight and keep equipment in good condition 4 Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper oper
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