Electrolux AG22H42STA User's Manual
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1. V BELTS Check V belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary The belts are not adjustable Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SG SL Select the oil s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature of Ye P SAE VISCOSITY GRADES F 20 0 30 32 40 60 80 100 C 30 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE oil_visc_chart1_e NOTE Although multi viscosity oils 5VV30 10VV30 etc improve starting in cold weather they will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32 F Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil 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 start ing the engine and after each eight 8 hours of operation Tighten oil fill cap dipstick securely each time you check the oil level TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Determine temperature range expected before oil change All oil must meet API service classification SG SL e Be sure tractor is on level surface e Oil will drain more freely when warm e Catch oil in a suitable container 1 Remove oil fill cap dipstick Be careful not to allow dirt to enter2. Corroded battery terminals Loose or damaged wiring Faulty ignition switch Faulty solenoid or starter Faulty operator presence switch es Weak or dead battery Corroded battery terminals Loose or damaged wiring Faulty solenoid or starter Cutting too much grass too fast Throttle in CHOKE position Build up of grass leaves anq trash under mower Dirty air filter Fill fuel tank See TO START ENGINE in Operation section Wait several minutes before attempting to start Replace spark plug Clean replace air filter Replace fuel filter Empty fuel tank and carbure tor refill tank with fresh gaso line and replace fuel filter Check all wiring See To Adjust Carburetor in Service and Adjustments section 10 Contact our authorized 080 service center department Clean replace air filter Replace spark plug Recharge or replace battery Replace fuel filter Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh clean gasoline Check all wiring See To Adjust Carburetor in Service and Adjustments section Contact our authorized service center department Depress brake pedal Disengage attachment clutch Recharge or replace battery Replace fuse Clean battery terminals Check all wiring Check replace ignition switch Check replace solenoid or starter Contact our authorized service center d
3. Turn knob clockwise 9 to raise cut ting height e Turn knob counterclockwise to lower cutting height The cutting height range is approximately 1 1 2 to 4 The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running These heights are ap proximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions height of grass and types of grass being mowed The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2 1 2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months For healthier and better looking lawns mow often and after mod erate 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 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 Remove retainer spring and clevis pin which secure each gauge wheel bar 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 Replace retaine
4. be noticed Also the mulched grass will biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn Always mulch with your highest engine blade speed as this will provide the best recut ting action of the blades e Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet Wet grass tends to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon At this time the grass has dried the newly cut area will not be exposed to direct sunlight For best results adjust the mower cutting height so that the mower cuts off only the top one third of the grass blades For extremely heavy grass reduce your width of cut on each pass and mow slowly il Fh R d i mulcher_9 e Certain types of grass and grass conditions may require that an area be mulched a second time to completely hide the clippings When doing a sec ond cut mow across or perpendicular to the first cut path e Change your cutting pattern from week to week Mow north to south one week then change to east to west the next week This will help prevent matting and graining of the lawn MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery an
5. brackets by removing retainer springs 8 Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer springs deck brackets and secure with retainer springs 6 Connect anti sway bar to chassis bracket and secure with retainer spring 7 Push clutch cable housing guide into bracket slide collar onto guide and secure with large retainer spring 9 Raise lift lever to raise suspension 8 Place flat washer and clutch spring on arms Slide mower out from under trac idler pulley bolt and secure with small tor retainer spring 9 Install belt onto engine pulley Flat 77 5 7 So A O gt aC y z 227 D Small Retainer Spring Clutch Spring 2 d 7 Square Hole Small Retainer Suspension Clutch Spring Ans Engine Spring SS Pulley vn Link Retainer Spring x SO Anti Sway Bar Retainer Springs Both Sides Collar Deflector Shield SAD Housing Guide Large Retainer Spring Bracket TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING 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 e Raise mower to its highest position At the midpoint of both sides of mower measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground Distance A on both sides of mower should be the same
6. des need adjustment see pe manual STORAGE 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 AWARNING Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor for winter storage When mower is to be stored for a period of time clean it thoroughly remove all dirt grease leaves etc Store in a clean dry area 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 5 Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces sand lightly before painting BATTERY e Fully charge the battery for storage e 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 e After cleaning leave cabl
7. 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 ser vice center department Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion Washers Retaining Ring Axle Cover 9 Square Key Rear Wheel Only a TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BAT TERY AWARNING 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 ve
8. fuel spillage Allow machine to cool before storing e Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object Repair if necessary before restarting e Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running e 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 e Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blade s or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them e Check brake operation frequently Ad just and service as required SAFETY RULES Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing Stop machine if anyone enters the area 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 Mow up and down slopes 15 Max not across Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc Watch for holes ruts or bumps Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obsta
9. in one year MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester if equipped as it could create 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 21 IN LINE FUEL FILTER 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 Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carbu retor Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned 2 4 00 wipe up any spilled gaso ine Clamp Clamp Fuel Filter CLEANING e Clean engine battery seat finish etc of all foreign matter e Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline oil etc e 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 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY B
10. or within 1 4 of each other 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 NOTE Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower height about 1 8 e Recheck measurements after adjusting Bottom edge of Bottom edge mower to ground of mower to 2 ground Lift Link Adjustment Nut FRONT TO BACK ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT Deck must be level side to side If the following front to back adjust ment 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 housing should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1 8 to 1 2 lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position Check adjustment on right side of trac tor Measure distance D directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown e Before making any necessary adjust ments check that both front links are equal in length If links are not equal in length adjust one link to same length as other link To lower front of mower loosen nut E on both front links an equal number of turns 23 When distance D is 1 8 to 1 2 lower at front than rear tighten nuts F against trunnion on both front links To
11. packing Remove the cardboard packing and discard 3 Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolts are positioned over the large slotted holes in pan 4 Push down on seat to engage shoulder bolts in slots 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 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 Bolts Flat Washer Adjustment Knob m NOTE You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid Follovv the appropriate instruction belovv to remove the tractor from the skid 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 freevvheel control in trans mission disengaged position See TO TRANSPORT in the Operation section of this manual 4 Roll tractor forvvard off skid 5 Remove banding holding deflector shield up against tractor TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID See Operation section for location and function of controls VVARNING Before starting read un derstand and foll
12. raise front of mower loosen nut F from trunnion on both front links Tighten nut E on both front links an equal number of turns The two front links must remain equal in length When distance D is 1 8 to 1 2 lower at front than rear tighten nut F against trunnion on both front links Recheck side to side adjustment TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT The mower blade drive belt may be re placed without tools Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake BELT REMOVAL 1 Remove mower from tractor See TO REMOVE MOWER in this section of manual Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys 3 Pull belt away from mower BELT INSTALLATION 1 Work belt around both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides Install mower See To Install Mower in this section of this manual z 22 Mandrel Idler Pulleys TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE 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 TO CHECK BRAKE 1 Park tractor on a level dry concrete or paved surface depress clutch brake pedal all the way down and engage par
13. 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 ne problem immediately e 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 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 REMOVAL 1 Raise mower to highest position to al low access to blades Remove blade bolt lock washer and flat washer securing blade Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown IMPORTANT To ensure proper assembly center hole in blade must align with star on mandrel assembly 4 Reassemble blade bolt lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown 5 Tighten blade bolt securely 27 35 Ft Lbs torque 2 3 19 IMPORTANT Blade bolt is heat treated If bolt needs replacing replace only with
14. slopes 11 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 e Keep children out of the mowing area and under the vvatchful care of another responsible adult e Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area e Before and when backing look behind and down for small children e Never carry children They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation e Never allow children to operate the machine e Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision IV SERVICE e Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels They are flammable and vapors are explosive Use only an approved container Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running Allow engine to cool before refueling Do not smoke Never refuel the machine indoors Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame such as a water heater e Never run a machine inside a closed area e Keep nuts and bolts especially blade attachment bolts tight and keep equip ment in good condition e Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly e Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris build up Clean oil or
15. steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure INSTALL STEERING WHEEL 3 Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward 4 Remove steering wheel adapter from steering wheel and slide adapter onto steering shaft extension 5 Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal left to right and slide inside boot and onto adapter 6 Assemble large flat washer 1 2 hex nut and tighten securely 7 Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel 8 Remove protective materials from trac tor hood and grill d Insert 1 2 Hex Nut aan Large Flat Washer Sx Steering Wheel Steering Boot Tabs Lower 4 4 4 Steering Shaft iF Tab XX Slots az IMPORTANT Check for and remove any staples in skid that may puncture tires where tractor is to roll off skid HOW TO SET UP YOUR 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 INSTALL SEAT Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob 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
16. the engine when changing oil 2 Remove yellow cap from end of drain valve and install the drain tube onto the fitting Oil Drain Valve Closed and Locked Position Yellow Cap 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 FULL line on dipstick Tighten cap onto the tube securely when finished 20 CLEAN AIR SCREEN 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
17. EFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS Depress clutch brake pedal fully and set parking brake Place motion control lever in neutral N position Place attachment clutch in DISENGAGED position Turn ignition key to STOP and remove key Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug TRACTOR IMPORTANT If an attachment other than TO REMOVE MOWER the mower deck is to be mounted on the tractor remove the front links and hook Mower will be easier to remove from the the clutch spring Into square hole in frame right side of tractor 1 Place attachment clutch in DISEN 19 INSTALE MOWER a GAGED position 1 Raise attachment lift lever to its high 2 Move attachment lift lever forward to est position lower mower to its lowest position 2 Slide mower under tractor with deflec 3 Roll belt off engine pulley tor shield to right side of tractor 4 Remove small retainer spring and 3 Lovver lift lever to its lovvest position remove clutch spring off pulley bolt 4 Connect front links to movver deck and 5 Remove large retainer spring slide col secure with retainer springs 5 Connect suspension arms to rear lar off and push housing guide out of bracket Disconnect anti sway bar from chassis bracket by removing retainer spring 7 Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck
18. ELT Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake For assistance there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest BELT REMOVAL 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 Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler Remove belt downward from around engine pulley Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor Carefully remove belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over cooling fan blades 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 Slide belt into the center span keeper Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll around the top groove of engine pulley Install belt through stationary idler and clutching idler Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides and keepers Install mower See TO INSTALL MOWER in this section of manual 3 4 9 D a A ON Engine Pulley Clutching Idler Stationary Idler Center sane Keeper Transmission Input Pulley 222 TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LE VER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not necessary Loosen adiustment bolt in front of the ri
19. 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 v CHECKLIST Before you operate your new tractor we wish to assure that you receive the best performance and satisfaction from this quality product Please review the following checklist v All assembly instructions have been completed v No remaining loose parts in carton v Battery is properly prepared and charged Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps v Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight ened securely v All tires are properly inflated For ship ping purposes the tires were overin flated at the factory v Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side to side front to rear for best cutting results Tires must be properly inflated for leveling v Check mower and drive belts Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers v Check wiring See that all connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped v Before driving tractor be sure freewheel control is in transmission engaged position see TO TRANSPORT in the Operation section of this manual While
20. NG OR DISCHARGING Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory NOTE It is not necessary to change blades The mulching blades are designed for discharging and bagging also Deflector Shield 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 As semble gauge wheels as shown using shoulder bolts 3 8 washers and 3 8 16 center locknuts and tighten securely Adjust gauge wheels before operat ing mower See TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS in the Operation section of this manual Retainer Spring la 5 Shoulder Adjusting ar Bolt B Gauge z VVheel 3 8 Waster CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes Cor rect tire pressure is important for best cutting performance e 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 A 3 8 16 Center Locknut 10 CHECK
21. Nil OWNER S MANUAL MODEL NO AG22H42STA 22 HP 42 INCH LAVVN TRACTOR e Assembly Operation Maintenance Service and Adjustments Storage Troubleshooting Repair Parts s and Service contact our authorized distribut call 1 RA fils 1297 For Technical Assistance call 1 800 829 5886 190650 Rev 1 7 28 04 TR MH PRINTED IN U S A TABLE OF CONTENTS aaa 2 Maintenance 6 18 Safety Rules Maintenance 5 1 18 Product Specifications 6 Service and Adiustmenis 22 Assembiy Pre Operation 8 bas 27 11 28 32 WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materials and workmanship For a period of two 2 years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser we will repair or replace at our option without charge for parts or labor incurred in replacing parts any part which we find to be defective due to materials or workmanship This Warranty is subject to the following limitations and exclusions 1 This warranty does not apply to the engine other than EHP manufactured transaxle transmission components battery except
22. and to run when oper presence control system connections If not corrected ator leaves seat contact our authorized with attachment service center department clutch engaged Poor cut uneven 1 Worn bent or loose blade Replace blade Tighten blade bolt Mower deck not level Level mower deck Buildup of grass leaves 3 Clean underside of mower trash under mower housing Bent blade mandrel Contact our authorized service center department Clogged mower deck vent Clean around mandrels to from build up of grass leaves open vent holes and trash around mandrels Mower blades will 1 Obstruction in clutch Remove obstruction not rotate mechanism Worn damaged mower drive 2 Replace mower drive belt belt Frozen idler pulley Replace idler pulley Frozen blade mandrel Contact our authorized service center department 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Poor grass discharge Oo N R WN Engine speed too slow Travel speed too fast Wet grass Mower deck not level Low uneven tire air pressure Worn bent or loose blade Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower Mower drive belt worn Blades improperly installed 10 Improper blades used Headlight s not working if so equipped Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass leaves and trash around mandrels Switch is OFF Bulb s or lamp s bur
23. approve bolt shown in the Repair Parts Trailing Edge Blade Up Flat Washer Lock Washer s 65 Blade Bolt TO SHARPEN BLADE 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 e The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel Do not attempt to sharpen vvhile on the movver To check blade balance you vill need a 5 8 diameter steel bolt pin or a cone balancer VVhen using a cone balancer follovv the instructions supplied vvith balancer NOTE Do not use a nail for balancing blade The lobes of the center hole may appear to be centered but are not e 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 Wee 5 8 Bolt or Pin Center Hole BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use How ever periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life e Keep battery and terminals clean e Keep battery bolts tight e Keep small vent holes open e Recharge at 6 10 amperes for 1 hour NOTE The original
24. as noted below or components parts thereof Please refer to the applicable manufacturer s warranty on these items Transportation charges for the movement of any power equipment unit or attachment are the responsibility of the purchaser Transportation charges for any parts submit ted for replacement under this warranty must be paid by the purchaser unless such return is requested by Electrolux Home Products Battery Warranty On products equipped with a Battery we will replace without charge to you any battery which we find to be defective in manufacture during the first ninety 90 days of ownership After ninety 90 days we will exchange the Bat tery charging you 1 12 of the price of a new Battery for each full month from the date of the original sale Battery must be maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished The Warranty period for any products used for rental or commercial purposes is limited to 90 days from the date of original purchase This Warranty applies only to products which have been properly assembled ad justed operated and maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished This Warranty does not apply to any product which has been subjected to alteration mis use abuse improper assembly or installation delivery damage or to normal wear of the product 6 Exclusions Excluded from this Warranty are belts blades blade adapters normal wear normal adjustments standard hardware and
25. cknut O 16 ahd eta Keys Slope Sheet o Drain Tube Future Use 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 A socket wrench set will make assembly easier Standard wrench sizes you need are listed below 1 3 4 wrench 1 Pliers 2 7 16 wrench 1 Utility knife 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 TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON 1 Remove all accessible loose parts and 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 BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID ATTACH STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT 1 Slide extension shaft onto lower steer ing shaft Align mounting holes in ex tension and lower shafts and install 1 4 hex bolt and locknut Tighten securely IMPORTANT Tighten bolt and nut se curely to 10 12 ft lbs torque 2 Place tabs of
26. cles 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 Do not turn on slopes unless necessary and then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity and Type 4 0 Gallons Unleaded Regular Oil Type API SG SL Oil Capacity Spark Plug GAP 040 Ground Speed MPH SAE 30 Above 32 F SAE 5W 30 Below 32 F W Filter 4 0 Pints W O Filter 3 75 Pints Champion QC12YC Forward 5 5 Reverse 2 4 Tire Pressure Charging System Battery Blade Bolt Torque CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase Front 14 PSI Rear 10 PSI 3 Amps Battery 5 Amps Headlights Amp Hr 35 Min CCA 280 Case Size U1R 27 35 Ft Lbs 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 ma
27. d Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil with oil filter Change Engine Oil without oil filter Clean Air Filter Clean Air Screen Inspect Muffler Spark Arrester Replace Oil Filter If equipped Clean Engine Cooling Fins Replace Spark Plug Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace Fuel Filter 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 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 e Atleast once a year you should replace the spark plug clean or replace air filter and check blades and belts for wear A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer BEFORE EACH USE Check engine oil level Check brake operation Check tire pressure Check operator presence and interlock systems for proper operation Check for loos
28. e fasteners Ye 18 VN U 1O 28 U2S jure 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 LUBRICATION CHART Spindle Zerk Front Wheel lt Bearing Zerk Engine 1 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 TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when per forming any maintenance BRAKE OPERATION 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 See TO ADJUST BRAKE in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual TIRE e Maintain proper air pressure in all tires See PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual Keep tires free of gasoline oil or insect control chemicals which can harm rubber 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
29. e 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 OTHER e Do not store gasoline from one season to another e Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust Rust and or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems e f possible store your tractor indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt e 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 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Hard to start Engine will not turn over Engine clicks but will not start Loss of power Out of fuel Engine not CHOKED properly Engine flooded Bad spark plug Dirty air filter Dirty fuel filter Water in fuel Loose or damaged wiring Carburetor out of adjustment 10 Engine valves out of o ONDARON adjustment Dirty air filter Bad spark plug Weak or dead battery Dirty fuel filter Stale or dirty fuel Loose or damaged wiring Carburetor out of adjustment Engine valves out of adjustment Brake pedal not depressed Attachment clutch is engaged Weak or dead battery Blown fuse
30. epartment Recharge or replace battery Clean battery terminals Check all wiring Check replace solenoid or starter Raise cutting height reduce speed Adjust throttle control Clean underside of mower housing Clean replace air filter TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power Low oil level dirty oil Check oil level change oil continued Faulty spark plug Clean and regap or change spark plug Dirty fuel filter Replace fuel filter Stale or dirty fuel Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh clean gasoline Water in fuel Empty fuel tank and car buretor refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter 10 Spark plug wire loose 10 Connect and tighten spark plug wire 11 Dirty engine air screen fins 11 Clean engine air screen fins 12 Dirty clogged muffler 12 Clean replace muffler 13 Loose or damaged wiring 13 Check all wiring 14 Carburetor out of adjustment 14 See To Adjust Carburetor in Service and Adjustments section 15 Engine valves out of 15 Contact our authorized adjustment service center department Excessive Worn bent or loose blade Replace blade Tighten vibration blade bolt Bent blade mandrel Contact our authorized service center department Loose damaged part s Tighten loose part s Replace damaged parts Engine continues 1 Faulty operator safety Check wiring switches
31. equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and termi nals can cause the battery to leak power Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and remove battery from tractor Rinse the battery with plain water and dry Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright Coat terminals with grease or petro leum jelly Reinstall battery See REPLACING BATTERY in the SERVICE AND AD JUSTMENTS section of this manual 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 e Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and clean e 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 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
32. es discon nected and place cables where they cannot come in contact with battery terminals e 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 blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage e Empty the fuel tank by starting the en gine and letting it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty e Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur e 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 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 on
33. ever Motion gt Control Wa Lever V s Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER 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 CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine MOTION CONTROL LEVER Selects the speed and direction of tractor IGNITION SWITCH Used for starting and stopping the engine CHOKE CONTROL Used when starting a cold engine LIFT LEVER PLUNGER Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position LIGHT SWITCH POSITION Turns the headlights on and off PARKING BRAKE LEVER Locks clutch brake pedal into the brake position THROTTLE CONTROL Used to control engine speed FREEWHEEL CONTROL Disengagages transmission for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off AMMETER Indicates charging or discharging of battery HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB Used to adjust the mower cutting height WEAR YOUR 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 visi
34. ght 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 Tighten adjustment bolt securely Start engine and test If tractor still creeps repeat above Steps until satisfied apo Lock 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 FRONT WHEEL TOE IN CAMBER The
35. hicles 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 3 Connect the other end of the BLACK cable D to good chassis ground away from fuel tank and battery 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 Weak or Dead Battery REPLACING BATTERY AWARNING Do not short battery termi nals 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 6 First connect RED battery cable to positive battery terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown Tighten securely 7 Connect BLACK grounding cable to neg ative battery terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut Tighten securely 8 Close terminal access doors 9 Close hood Keps Nut F
36. ing tractor to prevent unauthorized use e Never use choke to stop engine Motion Control Lever Parking Brake Brake Engaged Position Position 13 IMPORTANT Leaving the ignition switch in any position other than STOP will cause the battery to discharge and go dead NOTE Under certain conditions vvhen tractor is standing idle vvith the engine running hot engine exhaust gases may cause brovvning of grass To eliminate this possibility alvvays stop engine vvhen stopping tractor on grass areas ACAUTION Always stop tractor com pletely as described above before leaving the operator s position TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL Always operate engine at full throttle e Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate e Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower performance TO USE CHOKE CONTROL Use choke control whenever you are start ing a cold engine Do not use to start a warm engine e To engage choke control pull Knob out Slowly push knob in to disengage 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 TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT The cutting height is controlled by turning the height adjustment knob in desired direction
37. intain your tractor properly Always observe the SAFETY RULES CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES e Read and observe the safety rules e Follow a regular schedule in main taining caring for and using your tractor e Follow the instructions under Mainte nance and Storage sections of this owner s manual AWARNING 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 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 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Steering Wheel Z Extension Adapter Steering Shaft Sleeve 1 Large Flat Washer Steering Wheel Insert 1 Locknut 1 2 20 Hex Bolt 1 4 28 x 1 1 4 1 Locknut 1 4 28 1 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge 1 Knob amp Gauge Wheel 4 Adjusting Bar 5 m 2 Pins 4 Shoulder Bolt Retainer Springs double lo p 4 Wheels Ke 4 Lo
38. king brake 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 TO ADJUST BRAKE 1 Depress clutch brake pedal all the way down and engage parking brake Measure distance between brake oper ating arm and nut A on brake rod 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 Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in transmission engaged position 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 necessary Replace brake pads or contact our authorized service center department 2 3 24 With Parking Brake Engaged _1 9 16 Nut A Tir dam Nut mn b Operating 2 1 Arm ra m 01513 Do Not touch this nut If further brake adjustment is necessary contact an authorized service center department TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE B
39. learning how to use your tractor pay extra attention to the following important items v Engine oil is at proper level v Fuel tank is filled with fresh clean reg ular unleaded gasoline vy Become familiar with all controls their location and function Operate them before you start the engine v Be sure brake system is in safe oper ating condition v 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 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product Learn and understand their meaning R N H L N 6 REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOVV CHOKE FAST SLOVV IGNITION dG Ol PB ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED l 8 eat it 2 22 OVER TEMP FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORVVARD MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT LIGHT ra DDN ee E ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED DANGER KEEP HANDS KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS AND FEET AWAY SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION DANGER indicates a hazard which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury A WARNING indicates a hazard which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury FREE WHEEL Automa
40. lippings 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 00272 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 mow ing 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 17 e When operating attachments select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the at tachment being used MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT For best performance keep mower housing free of built up grass and trash Clean after each use e The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not
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42. ned out Faulty light switch Loose or damaged wiring Blown fuse Battery will not charge Bad battery cell s Poor cable connections Faulty regulator if so equipped Faulty alternator Loss of drive Freewheel control in disengaged position Motion drive belt worn damaged or broken Air trapped in transmission Engine backfires 1 when turning engine OFF during shipment or servicing Engine throttle control not set at SLOW position for 30 seconds before stopping engine 30 Place throttle control in FAST position Shift to slovver speed Allovv grass to dry before movving Level movver deck Check tires for proper air pressure Replace sharpen blade Tighten blade bolt Clean underside of movver housing Replace movver drive belt Reinstall blades sharp edge dovvn 10 Replace with blades listed in this manual 11 Clean around mandrels to open vent holes Ce N O oe oN Turn switch ON Replace bulb s or lamp s Check replace light switch Check wiring and connections Replace fuse Replace battery Check clean all connections Replace regulator Replace alternator Place freewheel control in engaged position Replace motion drive belt Purge transmission Move throttle control to SLOW position and allow to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engi
43. ng up trans porting adjusting or making repairs always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug AWARNING Do not coast down a hill in neutral you may lose control of the tractor AWARNING Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor Use common sense when towing Operate only at the lowest possible speed when on a slope Too heavy of a load while on a slope is dangerous Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor AWARNING 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 AWARNING 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 GENERAL OPERATION e Read understand and follow all instruc tions in the manual and on the machine before starting e Only allow responsible adults who are familiar with the instructions to operate the machine e Clear the area of objects such as rocks toys wire etc which could be picked up and thrown by the blade e Be sure the area is clear of other people before movving Stop machine if anyone enters the area e Never carr
44. ngine 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 con trol out and retry 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 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 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP 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 re
45. normal maintenance 7 In the event you have a claim under this Warranty you must return the product to an authorized service dealer Should you have any unanswered questions concerning this Warranty please contact N m R Electrolux Home Producis nc Outdoor Products Customer Service Dept 250 Bobby Jones Expressway n Canada contact Electrolux Canada Corp 7075 Ordan Drive Mississauga Ontario L5T 1K6 giving the model number serial number and date of purchase of your product and the name and address of the authorized dealer from vvhom it vvas purchased THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE SAME TIME PERIODS STATED HEREIN FOR OUR EXPRESSED WARRANTIES Some areas do not allow the limitation of consequential damages or limitations of how long an implied Warranty may last so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from locale to locale This is a limited Warranty within the meaning of that term as defined in the Magnuson Moss Act of 1975 Augusta GA 30909 USA 2 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 AAWARNING In order to prevent ac cidental starting when setti
46. on safety mask worn over spectacles FORESIGHT IS BETTER THAN NO SIGHT oot HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE 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 Attachment Clutch Lever Engaged Position Choke Control SS Ignition Key Throttle Disengaged Control Position 01865 Clutch Brake SSR Pedal EE Disengaged eight Position Adiustment Knob STOPPING MOVVER BLADES To stop mower blades move attach ment clutch lever to disengaged posi tion GROUND DRIVE e To stop ground drive depress clutch brake pedal all the way down e Move motion control lever to neutral N position IMPORTANT The motion control lever does not return to neutral N position when the clutch brake pedal is depressed ENGINE e 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 e Turn ignition key to STOP position and remove key Always remove key when leav
47. 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 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 TO START ENGINE 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 Place motion control lever in neutral N position Move attachment clutch to disengaged position Move throttle control to fast position Pull choke control out for a cold engine start attempt For a warm engine start attempt the choke control may not be needed Du A o 15 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 e
48. ovv all instructions in the Operation section of this manual Be sure tractor is in a vvell ventilated area Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other ee and objects Be sure all the above assembly steps have been completed 2 Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline 3 Place freewheel control in trans mission engaged position See TO TRANSPORT in the Operation section of this manual 4 Sit on seat in operating position depress clutch brake pedal and set the parking brake 5 Place motion control lever in neutral N position 6 Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest posi tion 7 Start the engine After engine has started move throttle control to idle position 8 Release parking brake 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 vvith the instructions that follovv INSTALL MULCHER PLATE If previously removed 1 Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position 2 Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into place as shown 3 Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck 4 Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck AQ CAUTION Do not remove deflector shield from mower TO CONVERT TO BAGGI
49. owing 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 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 1 Check engine oil with tractor on level ground 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 FULL mark on dipstick is reached Do not overfill e For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting See the oil viscosity chart in the Maintenance section of this manual e 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 increase 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 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
50. pes 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 DO e Mow up and down slopes not across e Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc e Watch for holes ruts or bumps Un even terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles e Use slow speed Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope SAFETY RULES Follow the manufacturer s recommend ations for wheel weights or counter weights to improve stability e Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments These can change the stability of the machine 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 disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope DO NOT Do not turn on slopes unless neces sary and then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible e Do not mow near drop offs ditches or embankments The movver 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 machine by putting your foot on the ground e Do not use grass catcher on steep
51. r spring into clevis pin Be sure all gauge wheels are in the same setting IMPORTANT Be sure to readjust gauge wheels if you change the cutting height of the mower deck 2 4 5 Retain Spring 14 TO OPERATE MOVVER Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing svvitch Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat vvith the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged vill 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 Lower mower with attachment lift con trol 3 Start mower blades by engaging at tachment clutch control TO STOP MOWER BLADES disengage attachment clutch control CAUTION Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher on mowers So equipped or the deflector shield in place Attachemnt Attachment Clutch Lever i 5 Engaged Position Position 2 Low Qs Position Disengaged 9 Kap Deflector 5 Shield TO OPERATE ON HILLS AWARNING Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 and do not drive across any slope Use the slope guide at the back of this manual e Choose the slowest speed before start ing up or down hills Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills If slowing is nece
52. ssary move throttle control lever to slower position 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 e To restart movement slowly release parking brake and clutch brake pedal e Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting e Make all turns slowly 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 e Do not push or tow tractor at more than two 2 MPH To re engage transmission reverse above procedure Transmission Engaged 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 Tow only the attachments that are recom mended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor Use common sense when t
53. tic Models only CAUTION indicates a hazard which if not avoided might result in minor or moderate injury A CAUTION when used without the alert symbol indicates a situation that could result in damage Failure to follow instructions tothe tractor andor engine could result in serious injury or SURFACES indicates a hazard which death The safety alert symbol 41 not avoided could result in death serious injury is used to identify safety inform and or property damage ation about hazards which FIRE indicates a hazard which if not avoided result in death serious injury could result in death serious injury and or and or property damage property damage 11 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments Save this manual for future reference Attachment Clutch Lever Ammeter Choke Control Throttle Control 5 Light Switch gnition Position Svvitch Lift Lever Plunger Attachment Lift Lever Clutch Brake Pedal 1 P 25 Height 124 5 f Adjustment j Knob Free Wheel Control i Parking Brake L
54. tral N position slowly disengage clutch brake pedal Move motion control lever to full forward position and hold for five 5 seconds Move lever to full reverse position and hold for five 5 seconds Repeat this procedure three 3 times NOTE During this 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 Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in transmission engaged position See TO TRANS PORT in this section of manual 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 2 Slowly move motion control lever forward after the tractor moves ap proximately 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 Your transmission is now purged and ready for normal operation MOWING TIPS e 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 c
55. turn to operating position Allow one minute for transmission to warm up This can be done during the engine warm up period e 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 16 NOTE If at a high altitude above 3000 feet or in cold temperatures below 32 F the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance see TO ADJUST CARBURETOR in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual PURGE TRANSMISSION A 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 Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in transmission dis engaged position See TO TRANS PORT in this section of manual Sitting in the tractor seat start engine After the engine is running move throttle control to slow position With motion control lever in neu
56. ully Charged Battery Hex Bolt Terminal Access Door Terminal Guard Positive Red Cable Negative Black Cable 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 Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly stop running or prevent it from starting e 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 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 re connect the headlight wire connector 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 eingine manual TO ADJUST CARBURETOR The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be nec essary However minor adjustment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel temperature altitude or load If the carburetor
57. y passengers e Do not mow in reverse unless abso lutely necessary Always look down and behind before and vvhile backing e 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 e Slow down before turning e Never leave a running machine unat tended Always turn off blades set parking brake stop engine and remove keys before dismounting e Turn off blades when not mowing e Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute e Mow only in daylight or good artificial light e Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs e Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways e Use extra care when loading or un loading the machine into a trailer or truck e 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 e 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 ll SLOPE OPERATION Slo
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