Weed Eater 173487 Lawn Mower User Manual
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1. START B S A1 NONE 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 Travel speed too fast Shift to slower speed adjust your mower e Wet grass e Allow grass to dry before SIDE TO SIDE ADJUSTMENT mowing e Raise mower to its highest position e Mower deck not level e Level mower deck At the midpoint of both sides of mower e Low uneven tire air e Check tires for proper air measure height from bottom edge of Wace bea pressure mower to ground Distance A on i Tighion blacte belt blade Replace sharpen blade both sides of mower should be the Buildup of grass leaves same or within 1 4 of each other and trash under mower e if adjustment is necessary make e Mower drive belt worn adjustment on one side of mower only Blades improperly e To raise one side of mower tighten lift installed link adjustment nut on that side Improper blades used To lower one side of mower loosen lift in this manual link adjustment nut on that side Clogged mower deck NOTE Each full turn of adjustment nut vent holes from buildup will change mower height about 1 8 of grass leaves and e Recheck measurements after adjust trash around mandrels ing Bottom edge of e Switch is OFF e Bulb s burned out mower to g2. Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills e Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills If slowing is necessary move throttle control lever to slower position If stopping is absolutely necessary push clutch brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake e Move gearshift lever to 1st gear Be sure you have allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart movement To restart movement slowly release parking brake and clutch brake pedal e Make all turns slowly TO TRANSPORT Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control e When pushing or towing your tractor be sure gearshift lever is in neutral N position Do not push or tow tractor at more than five 5 MPH NOTE To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor rope cord etc TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor Use common sense when towing Too heavy of a load while on a slope is dangerous Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor BEFORE STARTING THE ENIGNE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL The engine in your tractor has been shipped from the factory already filled with summer weight
3. 2A 5 145006 Clip Push In Hinged 22 73800500 Nut Crown Lock Hex 5 16 18 6 73800600 Nut Crownlock 3 8 16 UNC 23 74780814 Bolt Fin Hex 1 2 13 x 7 8 Gr5 7 124181X Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 Blk 24 19171912 Washer 17 32 X1 3 16X12 Ga 8 17000616 Screw 3 8 16 X 1 1 2 25 127018 Bolt Shoulder 3 i oe pes 3 32 X 1 X 14 Ga 26 10040800 Washer Lock Hvy Hcl 1 2 12 121246X Bracket Mounting Switch NOTE All component dimensions given in U S 13 121248X Bushing Snap Bik Nyl 50 Id inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 14 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht 1 4 20x1 1 2 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product Learn and understand their meaning ENGINE FAA BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING _ Me yt ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT A Ec x FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED RUT R N H L Oe ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED 0 Gn DR KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION an mi GS Q IGNITION FREE WHEEL DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY Automatic Models only 10 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 259723 KEY 13 14 15 16 23 29 31 32 33 37 38 40 44 45 46 62 72 78 81 PART NO 157626 17720410 156700 165291 13280336 13200300 11050600 169837 137180 109202X 140527X 123487X 137040 124028X 17490412
4. Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1 4 20unc X 3 4 156417 Case Battery 153664 Switch Interlock Push In 166181 Harness Socket Light W 4152J 4152J Bulb Light 1156 108423X Cable Battery 6ga 161 red 146147 Cable Battery 6 Ga W 16 Wir red 166180 Fuse 15 AMP 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1 4 20 Unc 4207J Cable Ground 6ga 12 black 121305X Switch Plunger Nc Gray 163968 Switch Ign 140401 Key Ign 170217 Harness Ign 71110408 Bolt Blk Hex 1 4 20unc x 1 2 131563 Cover Terminal Red 145673 Solenoid 140844 Adapter Ammeter Rectangular 141940 Protection Wire Loop NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 31 REPAIR PARTS ELECTRICAL TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 259723 30 ENGINE COOLING FINS Remove any dust dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating See engine manual AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter Clean the foam pre cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season whichever occurs first Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions See engine manual MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester if equipped as it could create a fire hazard and or damage 19 SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation whichever occurs first Spark plug ty
5. Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place Slow down before turning Never leave a running machine unattended Always turn off blades set parking brake stop engine and remove keys before dismounting Turn off blades when not mowing Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute Mow only in daylight or good artificial light Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways e e e e e e e e e e e e e e Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck Data indicates that operators age 60 years and above are involved ina large percentage of riding mower related injuries These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tipover accidents which can result in severe injury or death All slopes require extra caution If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it do not mow it DO e Mow up and down slopes not across e Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc Watch for holes ruts or bumps Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall gras
6. MODEL NUMBER 259723 42 ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness 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 9 16 wrench 1 Pliers 1 1 2 wrench 1 Utility knife 1 5 16 wrench 1 Tire pressure gauge When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual it means from your point of view when you are in the operating position seated behind the steering wheel TO REMOVETRACTOR FROM CARTON e Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton e Cut from top to bottom along lines on all four corners of carton and lay panels flat e Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID ATTACH STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT e Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft Align mounting holes in extension and lower shafts and install 5 16 hex bolt and locknut Tighten securely Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure INSTALL STEERING WHEEL e Position front wheels of the tractor so they a
7. 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 vZ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely v All tires are properly inflated For shipping purposes the tires were overinflated 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 WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR PAY EXTRAATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS v Engine oil is at proper level v Fuel tank is filled with fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline v Become familiar with all controls their location and function Operate them before you start the engine v Be sure brake system is in safe PART KEY PART operating condition NO DESCRIPTION NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 127426X Seat 15 134300 Spacer Split 28x 96 Yel Zinc 2 140551 Bracket Pvt St 16 121250X Spring Cprsn 1 27 Bik Pnt 3 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16unc X 1 17 123976X Nut Lock 1 4 Lge Flg Gr 5 4 19131610 Washer Flat 13 32 X 1X10 Ga 21 171852 Bolt Shid 5 16 18 Unc
8. engine to cool before refueling Do not smoke Never refuel the machine indoors Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame such as a water heater Never run a machine inside a closed area Keep nuts and bolts especially blade attachment bolts tight and keep equipment in good condition Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris build up Clean oil or fuel spillage Allow machine to cool before storing Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object Repair if necessary before restarting Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running Grass catcher components are subject to wear damage and deterioration which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer s recommended parts when necessary Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blade s or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them Check brake operation frequently Adjust and service as required SAFETY RULES e Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing Stop machine if anyone enters the area e Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off e Do not mow in reverse unless abso lutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while backing e Never carry children They may fall
9. 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 FHP manufactured transaxle transmission components battery except as noted below or components parts thereof Please refer to the applicable manufacturer s warranty on these items 2 Transportation charges for the movement of any power equipment unit or attachment are the responsibility of the purchaser Transportation charges for any parts submitted for replacement under this warranty must be paid by the purchaser unless such return is requested by Frigidaire Home Products 3 Battery Warranty On products equipped with a Battery we will replace without charge to you any battery which we find to be defective in manufac ture during the first ninety 90 days of ownership After ninety 90 days we will exchange the Battery charging you 1 12 of the price of a new Battery for each full month from the date of the original sale Battery must be maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished 4 The Warranty period for any products used for rental or commercial purposes is limited to 90 days from the date of original purchase 5 This Warranty applies only to products which have been properly assembled adjusted operated and maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished This
10. off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation e 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 e Before and when backing look behind and down for small children e Mow up and down slopes 15 Max not across e Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc ALook for this symbol to point out important safety precautions It means CAUTION BECOME AWARE YOUR ae IS INVOLVED CAUTION In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up transporting adjusting or making repairs always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark Ke CAUTION Do not coast down a hill in neutral you may lose control of the tractor Watch for holes ruts or bumps Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obsta 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 neces sary and then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible ACAUTION Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the m
11. 0600 Nut Crownlock 3 8 16 45 4497H Retainer Spring 53 130840 Brake Assembly 54 133943 Washer Hardened 55 133840 Idler Arm Assembly KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 56 165723 Spacer Retainer 67 106932X Knob RD 3 8 16 Plstc Thd 68 144200 Belt 69 76020312 Pin Cotter 3 32 x 3 4 86 7631J Runner LH 87 128772 Runner RH 88 19111216 89 19131612 Washer 11 32 x 3 4 x 16 Ga Washer 13 32 x 1 x 12 Ga 107 133502 Spacer Retainer 108 133503 Stiffener Idler Arm 109 74760640 Bolt Hex Head 3 8 16 x 2 1 2 110 142587 Upstop Deck Front 38 113 17060512 Screw 5 16 18 x 3 8 122 131289 Rod Brake LH 123 169971 Rod Brake RH 128 153390 Washer Felt 146 165891 Bolt Carriage Idler 148 169022 Spring Return Idler 149 165898 Retainer Spring Yellow Zinc 150 19091216 Washer 9 32 x 3 4 x 16 Ga 151 169670 Bracket Clutch 152 172758 Cable Clutch 38 In 153 169674 Washer Flat 3 8 Type B 154 169675 Spring Retainer 155 169671 Spring Retention Lever 156 169672 Spacer 157 169669 Rod Clutch 158 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1 4 20x5 8 130794 Mandrel Assembly Includes Key Numbers 12 15 17 19 31 and 33 170317 Mower Deck Complete NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 259723 MOWER DECK PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 1 25 GALLONS UNLEADED REGULAR SAE 30 ABOVE 32 F SAE 5W 30 Below 32 F 1 0 QT CHAMPION RN4C INTAKE 005 007
12. 17000612 19091416 10040500 71070512 17060620 73510400 DESCRIPTION Control Th ch LH Flag Screw Hex Thd Cut 1 4 20x5 8 T Engine Tecumseh Model No OHV 130 Order parts from engine manufacturer Muffler Gasket Eng 1 313 Id Tin Plated Nipple Pipe 4 1 2 Elbow Std 90 Degree 3 8 18 Npt Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3 8 Shield Browning Debris Guard Kit Spark Arrestor Flat Scrn Tank Fuel Front 1 25 Cap Asm Fuel Top Vented Clamp Hose Blk Line Fuel 20 Plug Oil Drain Order parts from engine manufacturer Bushing Snap Nyl Blk Fuel Line Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1 4 20 x 3 4 Screw 3 8 16 x 3 4 Washer 9 32 x 7 8 x 16 ga Washer Lock Hvy Hcl Spr 5 16 Screw Hex Hd Cap 5 16 18 X 3 4 Screw 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 Nut Keps Hex 1 4 20 UNC NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 39 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 259723 ENGINE af Vu ee a Sree V Y She e o eee OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 38 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 Throttle Choke Control Clutch Brake Pedal Ignition Switch Light Switch Lift Lever Plunger Attachment Lift Lever o Height O Adjustmen
13. A OWNER S MANUAL MODELNO 259723 13 HP 38 INCH LAWNTRACTOR Assembly Operation Customer Responsibilities Service and Adjustments Storage Troubleshooting Repair Parts For Parts and Service contact our authorized distributor call 1 800 849 1297 For Technical Assistance call 1 800 829 5886 WEEDEATER WEEDEATER PRINTEDINUS A TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Rules oe eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeteneeee Product Specifications Assembly Operation Maintenance Schedule i Maintenance cccccceceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees Service and Adjustments Storage soho Manian apesi Troubleshooting Repair Parts ais Wara Niy e atai reii aioe ta area asain SAFETY RULES IMPORTANT This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death GENERAL OPERATION e Read understand and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting Only allow responsible adults who are familiar with the instructions to operate the machine Clear the area of objects such as rocks toys wire etc which could be picked up and thrown by the blade Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing Stop machine if anyone enters the area Never carry passengers Do not mow in reverse unless abso lutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while backing
14. ER TO MAINTENANCE ENGINE SECTION IMPORTANT Do not oil or grease the pivot points which have special nylon bearings Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the self lubricating bearings If you feel they must be lubricated use only a dry powdered graphite type lubricant 16 sparingly TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 259723 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO NO 1 169831 2 169061 3 17060612 5 155272 6 155924X012 8 155138 9 168347X011 10 72140608 11 155927 12 145660 13 172107X010 15 74180512 16 73510500 17 159639X550 18 126938X 24 74780616 25 19131312 26 73800600 28 157373 29 140273X599 30 169465X550 31 136619 33 145476X550 34 145475X550 35 72110606 37 17490508 38 169834 51 73800400 52 19091416 53 144697 54 161464 55 144696 57 74780412 145 156524 206 170165 208 17670608 209 17000612 Se 5479J DESCRIPTION Chassis Lt Stamping Drawbar Screw 3 8 16 x 3 4 Bumper Hood Dash Saddle SLKSCRE FLT SDL Clip Retainer Slide on Dash Slkscr Plm Mech Sym Bolt RdHd Sqnk 3 8 16 x 1 Panel Asm Dash Lh Clip Tinnerman Grille P L Panel Dash Rh Screw Mach Trhd 5 16 18unc x 3 4 Nu Keps 5 16 18unc Hood Pnt Steel Private Label Bumper Hood Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16 Unc x 1 Gr 5 Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 12 Ga Nut Lock Hex w Ins_ 3 8 16 Unc Grill Private Lable Blk Lens Grille Private label Fender Pnt Bracket Fender Support Footrest Pnt Lh Footrest Pn
15. EXHAUST 009 011 GROUND SPEEDFORWARD MPH 1ST 1 1 2ND 2 2 3RD 3 3 4TH 4 4 5TH 49 REVERSE 1 42 FRONT 14 PSI REAR 12 PSI 9 AMPS 3600 RPM AMP HR 25 MIN CCA 190 CASE SIZE U1R 27 35 FT LBS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a New Tractor It has been designed engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy please contact your nearest authorized service center We have competent well trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor Please read and retain this manual The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly Always observe the SAFETY RULES CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES e Read and observe the safety rules Follow a regular schedule in maintain ing caring for and using your tractor Follow the instructions under Mainte nance and Storage sections of this owner s manual A amp A WARNING This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved 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 Calif
16. MBLY e e e Raise hood Unsnap headlight wire connector Stand in front of tractor Grasp hood at sides tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor To replace reverse above procedure Headlight Wire Connector ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary Check adjustment as de scribed below before loosening cable If adjustment is necessary proceed as follows e With engine not running move throttle control lever from slow to choke position Slowly move lever from choke to fast position e Check that hole in throttle lever and hole in plate line up If holes A are not aligned loosen clamp screw and move throttle cable until holes are aligned Tighten clamp screw se curely TO ADJUST CARBURETOR The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary However minor adjustment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel temperature altitude or load If the carburetor does need adjustment see engine manual High speed stop is factory adjusted Do not adjust damage may result IMPORTANT Never tamper with the engine governor which is factory set for proper engine speed Overspeeding the engine above the factory high speed setting can be dangerous If you think the engine governed high speed needs adjusting contact your nearest autho rized service center de
17. NAL 2a F BLACK o PME cae A TO O Ti a A CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL UP ene SEAT SWITCH pS a A O a A E NOT OCCUPIED WHITE l O O BLACK 77 2 a RAOK ATT MENT CLUTCH GROUNDING CLUTCH OFF HOUR maok CONNECTOR O meter O 4 OPTIONAL _ sw SPARK BLACK IGNITION O PLUG eoe o T FUEL Hu 2 PLUGS ON 7AXLINE 1 TWIN CYL ENGINES 1 1 i i i CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT 28 VOLTS AC MIN 3600 RPM A 3 AMP DC 3600 RPM CHARGING SYSTEM DISCONNECTED ete SS a J pareen ene FUEL SHUT OFF SOLENOID RED a IF SO EQUIPPED ORANGE uNe SYSTEM OUTPUT DIODE ALTERNATOR l lt i St gt Sc aes d 14 VOLTS AC MIN 3600 RPM LIGHTS OFF NOTE YOUR TRACTOR IS BROWN T EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL o ALTERNATOR SYSTEM THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BATTERY BUT HAVE THEIR OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE HEADLIGHTS BECAUSE OF THIS THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS ITT WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE SPEED AT IDLE THE LIGHTS WILL DIM AS THE ENGINE IS SPEEDED UP THE LIGHTS WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST NON REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS IGNITION SWITCH O REMOVABLE POSITION CIRCUIT MAKE CONNECTIONS a Macht NONE WIRING INSULATED CLIPS FIR EAI NOE NOTE IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING
18. REMOVAL Remove mower from tractor See TO REMOVE MOWER in this section of this manual Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys Pull belt away from mower BELT INSTALLATION e Install new belt in reverse order of removal e Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides e Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions er Pulleys Your tractor is equipped with an adjust able brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle If tractor requires more than six 6 feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear then brake must be adjusted Depress clutch brake pedal and engage parking brake e Measure distance between brake operating arm and nut A on brake rod e If distance is other than 1 1 2 loosen jam nut and turn nut A until distance becomes 1 1 2 Retighten jam nut against nut A Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above Readjust if necessary If stopping distance is still greater than six 6 feet in highest gear further maintenance is neces sary Contact your nearest authorized service center department With Parking Brake Engaged Nut A Jam Nut Operating TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake For assistance there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest Rem
19. See Storage Instructions for additional information Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur ACAUTION Fill to bottom of gas tank filler neck Do not overfill Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel Do not store spill or use gasoline near an open flame 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 e Sit on seat in operating position depress clutch brake pedal and set parking brake e Place gear shift lever in neutral N position e Move attachment clutch to DISEN GAGED position e Move throttle control to choke position NOTE Before starting read the warm and cold starting procedures below e Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to START position and release key as soon as engine starts Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute If the engine does not start after several attempts move throttle control to fast position wait a few minutes and try again If engine still does not start move the throttle control back to the choke position and retry WARM WEATHER STARTING 50 F and above When engine starts move the throttle control to the fast position The attachments and ground drive can now be used If the engine does not accept the load restart the engine a
20. Warranty does not apply to any product which has been subjected to alteration misuse abuse improper assembly or installation delivery damage or to normal wear of the product 6 Exclusions Excluded from this Warranty are belts blades blade adapters normal wear normal adjustments standard hardware and normal mainte nance 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 Frigidaire Home Products Outdoor Products Customer Service Dept 250 Bobby Jones Expressway Augusta GA 30909 USA In Canada contact Frigidaire Home Products 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 whom it was pur chased 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 exclu sions 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 Ac
21. ack adjustment is necessary be sure to adjust both front links equally so mower will stay level side to side To obtain the best cutting results the mower 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 28 Check adjustment on right side of tractor Measure distance D directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown Before making any necessary adjust ments check that both front links are equal in length Both links should be approximately 10 3 8 e 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 e When distance D is 1 8 to 1 2 lower at front than rear tighten nuts F against trunnion on both front links To raise front of mower loosen nut F from trunnion on both front links Tighten nut E on both front links an equal number of turns When distance D is 1 8 to 1 2 lower at front than rear tighten nut F against trunnion on both front links e Recheck side to side adjustment Mandrel Nut F Trunnion Front Links 21 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake BELT
22. anufacturer of your tractor Use common sense when towing Operate only at the lowest possible speed when on a slope Too heavy of a load while on a slope is dangerous Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 259723 MOWER DECK KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 170280 Mower Deck Assembly 2 72140506 Bolt 3 138017 Bracket Assembly Sway Bar 4 169970 Bracket Sway Bar Deck 5 4939M Retainer Spring 6 130832 Arm Suspension Rear 8 850857 Bolt Hex 3 8 24 x 1 25 Gr 8 9 10030600 Washer Lock Hvy Hcl 3 8 10 140296 Washer Hardened 11 138497 Blade Mower 38 12 129895 Bearing Ball 13 137645 Shaft Assembly Mandrel Vented Includes Key 12 14 128774 Housing Mandrel Vented 15 110485X Bearing Ball Mandrel 16 140329 Stripper Vented Mower Deck 19 132827 Bolt Shoulder 21 73680500 Nut Crownlock 5 16 18 23 137607 Bracket Mower Deflector 24 105304X Cap Sleeve 25 123713X Spring Torsion Deflector 26 110452X Nut Push 27 106736X428 Shield Deflector 28 19111016 Washer 11 32 x 5 8 x 16 Ga 29 106735X Rod Hinge 30 157722 Screw Thdrol Washer Head 31 129963 Washer Spacer 32 153532 Pulley Mandrel 33 137266 Nut Toplock Flanged 34 STD533717 Bolt 36 131494 Pulley Idler Flat 40 7368
23. balanced Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to mower and engine The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower e To check blade balance you will need a 5 8 diameter steel bolt pin or a cone balancer When using a cone balancer follow the instructions supplied with balancer NOTE Do not use a nail for balancing blade The lobes of the center hole may appear to be centered but are not 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 BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use However periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life Keep battery and terminals clean Keep battery bolts tight Keep small vent holes open e Recharge at 6 10 amperes for 1 hour NOTE The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to leak po
24. battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time Before connecting battery remove metal bracelets wristwatch bands rings etc Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding e Lift seat pan to raised position and open battery box door Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor e Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery e First connect RED battery cable to positive terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown Tighten securely Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut Tighten securely e Close battery box door Positive Red Cable Seat Pan Battery Box Door Negative Black Cable TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB e e e Raise hood Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill 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 15 amp automotive type plug in fuse The fuse holder is located behind the dash TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSE
25. described repair the problem immediately e The engine should not start unless the clutch brake pedal is fully depressed and attachement clutch control is in the disengaged position When the engine is running any attempt 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 attempt by the operator to leave the seat should shut off the engine The attachment clutch should never operate unless the operator is in the seat BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp Replace bent or damaged blades BLADE REMOVAL e e Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades Remove hex bolt lock washer and flat washer securing blade 17 e Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown IMPORTANT To ensure proper assem bly center hole in blade must align with star on mandrel assembly Reassemble hex bolt lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown Tighten bolt securely 27 35 Ft Lbs torque IMPORTANT Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat treated Trailing Edge Up Mandrel Assembly Flat Washer Lock washers S2 Hex Bolt Grade A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be identified by six lines on the bolt head TO SHARPEN BLADE NOTE We do not recommend sharpen ing blade but if you do be sure the blade is
26. ditions If equipped with oil filter change oil every 50 hours Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil 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 All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season Once a year you should replace the spark plug clean or replace air filter and check blades and belts for wear A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer BEFORE EACH USE Check engine oil level e Check brake operation e Check tire pressure Check operator presence and interlock systems for proper operation Check for loose fasteners ROMs Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures 5 If equipped with adjustable system 6 Not required if equipped with maintenance free battery 7 Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft lbs maximum Do not overtighten LUBRICATION CHART Spindle Zerk Bearing Zerk Engine e 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 P SAE OR 10W30 MOTOR OIL REF
27. djustment Worn bent or loose blade Bent blade mandrel Loose damaged part s e Faulty operator safety presence control system Worn bent or loose blade e Mower deck not level Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower Bent blade mandrel Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass leaves and trash around mandrels e Obstruction in clutch mechanism Worn damaged mower drive belt reduce speed e Adjust throttle control e Clean underside of mower housing e Clean replace air filter e Check oil level change oil e Clean and regap or change e Replace fuel filter e Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline e Drain fuel tank and carburetor refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter Connect and tighten spark e Clean engine air screen fins e Clean replace muffler e Check all wiring e See To Adjust Carburetor in Service Adjustments e Contact an authorized service center department e Replace blade Tighten blade bolt e Replace blade mandrel e Tighten loose part s Replace damaged parts e Check wiring switches and connections If not corrected contact an authorized service center department e Replace blade Tighten blade bolt e Level mower deck e Clean underside of mower housing e Replace blade mandrel e Clean around mandrels to open vent holes e Remove obstruction e Re
28. dl LY YT Str Blk Pin Cotter 1 8 x 1 Cad Washer Plate Shf Washer 15 32 x 3 4 x 16ga Bolt 1 4 28unf Gr8 W Patch Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1 4 Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16 x 1 Gr 5 Nut Lock 3 8 16 Unc Knob Rd 1 2 13 Plstc Thds Rod Brake Blk Zinc 26 840 Nut Hex Jam 3 8 16 Unc Spring Rod Brake 2 00 Zinc Washer 13 32 x 13 16x16 Ga Pin Cotter 1 8 x 3 4 Cad Rod Brake Parking Lt Yt Cap Brake Parking Bracket Mtg Transaxle Bolt Fin Hex 5 16 18 x 3 4 Shaft Asm Pedal Foot Bearing Nylon Blk 629 Id Washer 21 32 x 1 x 16 Ga Pin Roll 3 16 x 1 Pulley Idler Flat Bolt Rdhd 3 8 16unc x 2 3 4 Gr 5 Spacer Split 395 x 59 Bzp Keeper Belt Idler Washer 13 32 x 13 16x12 Ga Pulley Idler V Groove Plastic Bellcrank Clutch Grn Drv Stl 35 KEY PART NO NO 49 123205X 50 74760624 51 73680600 52 73680500 53 105710X 55 105709X 56 74760620 57 130801 59 169691 61 17060612 62 8883R 63 140186 64 71170764 65 10040700 66 154778 70 134683 72 19132012 74 137057 75 121749X 76 12000001 77 123583X 78 121748X 79 2228M 96 4497H 112 19091210 113 127285X 116 72110610 145 74490540 150 165850 151 19133210 170 165849 202 72110612 204 17060516 DESCRIPTION Retainer Belt Style Spring Bolt Hex Hd 3 8 16uncx1 1 2 Nut Crownlock 3 8 16 UNC Nut Lock 5 16 18 Link Clutch 7 66 Spring Return Clutch 6 75 Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16 uncx1 1 4 V Belt Gd Drive Keeper Belt Center Span Screw 3 8 16 x 3 4 Cover Pedal Blk Round Pulley Engine Bolt H
29. e been completed e Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline e Sit on seat in operating position depress clutch brake pedal and set the parking brake e Place gear shift lever in neutral N position e Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position e Start the engine After engine has started move throttle control to idle position Depress clutch brake pedal into full BRAKE position and hold Move gearshift lever to 1st gear e Slowly release clutch brake pedal and slowly drive tractor off skid Apply brake to stop tractor set parking brake and place gearshift lever in neutral position e Turn ignition key to OFF position Continue with the instructions that follow TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 259723 DECALS O KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 156867 Decal Oper P L Eng 2 64 1726 29 Decal Engine HP 3 164578 Decal Hood Rh 4 164579 Decal Hood Lh 5 162398 Decal Ins Strg Whl 8 164424 Decal Panel Dash 9 171448 Decal Fender Logo 10 145005 Decal Battery Dngr Psn 11 156439 Decal Danger Fender WHEELS AND TIRES 15 136832 18 163128 21 162392 ae 138311 173487 173488 KEY PART NO 59192 65139 106222X 59904 106732X427 z o 278H 9040H 106108X427 124635X 7152J 104757X 144334 a2 00NO AARUN 120 DESCRIPTION Decal Clutch brake English Decal Mower Drive Schem 38 Decal Mower Enviro Decal Grille Logo Decal Lift Handle Ma
30. emove from the cardboard packing Remove the cardboard packing and discard Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt Tighten shoulder bolt securely Assemble adjustment bolt lock washer and flat washer loosely Do not tighten Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which allows you to press clutch brake pedal all the way down Get off seat without moving its adjusted position Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely Seat Pan a Flat Washer Bolt Lock Washer NOTE You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID See Operation section for location and function of controls e Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position e Release parking brake by depressing clutch brake pedal e Place gearshift lever in neutral N position e Roll tractor forward off skid e Remove banding holding discharge guard up against tractor TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID See Operation section for location and function of controls A WARNING Before starting read understand and follow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual Be sure tractor is in a well ventilated area Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects Be sure all the above assembly steps hav
31. ex 7 16 20 x 4 Gr 5 Washer Lock Hvy Hcl Spr 7 16 Keeper Belt Engine Guide Belt Mower Drive RH Washer 13 32 x1 1 4 x 12 Ga Spacer Axle Washer 25 32 x1 1 4 x 16 Ga E ring 5133 75 Key Square 2 0 x 1845 1865 Washer 25 32 x 1 5 8 x 16ga Key Woodruff 9 3 16 x 3 4 Retainer Spring Washer 9 32 x 3 4 x 10 Ga Strap Torque Bolt Rdhd Sq Neck 3 8 16 x 1 25 Bolt Hex Fighd 5 16 18 Gr 5 Bushing Bellcrank Grd Drive Washer 13 32 x 2 x 10 Ga Keeper Belt Transaxle Gear Bolt Carr Sh 3 8 16 x 1 1 2 Gr 5 Screw 5 16 18 x 1 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm GROUND DRIVE TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 259723 MOWING TIPS e e Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance See TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut Have the cut area to the right of the tractor This will result in a more even distribu tion 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 If grass is extremely tall it shou
32. gases may cause browning of grass To eliminate this possibility always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas A CAUTION Always stop tractor completely as described above before leaving the operator s position to empty grass catcher etc TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL Always operate engine at full throttle Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate e Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower performance TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the gearshift lever e Start tractor with clutch orake pedal depressed and gearshift lever in neutral N position e Move gearshift lever to desired position e Slowly release clutch brake pedal to start movement IMPORTANT Bring tractor to a complete stop before shifting or changing gears Failure to do so will shorten the useful life of your transaxle STEERING TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 259723 KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 140044 Steering Wheel 2 154427 Front Axle Asm 3 156483 Spindle Asm Lh 4 157473 Spindle Asm Rh 5 6266H Washer Thrust 75 x 1 230 6 121748X Washer 25 32 x 1 5 8 x 16 Ga 7 19272016 Washer 27 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Ga 8 12000029 RingKlip T5304 75 9 3366R Bearing Col Strg Blk 10 169832 Draglink 11 10040600 Washer Lock Hvy Hcl Spr 3 8 13 136518 Spacer Brg Axle Front 15 145212 Nut Hexflange Lock 17 156546 Shaft Asm Strg 18 57079 Washer Thr
33. humb and move lever to desired position The cutting height range is approxi mately 1 1 2 to 4 The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running These heights are approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions height of grass and types of grass being mowed The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2 1 2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months For healthier and better looking lawns mow often and after moderate growth For best cutting performance grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice Make the first cut relatively high the second to desired height TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine Select desired height of cut e Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control TO STOP MOWER BLADES disen gage attachment clutch control ACAUTION Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher on mowers so equipped or the discharge rd in pl guard in place Attachment Clutch Lever Engaged Position Attachemnt 7 7 Lift Lever Ce Position l r Low TN Position TO OPERATE ON HILLS amp CAUTION Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 and do not drive across any slope
34. if the tractor is not used for 25 hours in one year Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight 8 hours of operation Tighten oil fill cap dipstick securely each time you check the oil level TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Determine temperature range expected before oil change All oil must meet API service classification SF SG or SH e Be sure tractor is on level surface e Oil will drain more freely when warm e Catch oil in a suitable container e Remove oil fill cap dipstick Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil e Remove drain plug After oil has drained completely replace oil drain plug and tighten securely e Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube Pour slowly Do not overfill For approximate capacity see PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual e Use gauge on oil fill cap dipstick for checking level Be sure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate reading Keep oil at FULL line on dipstick Oil Fill Cap Dipstick Grey Oil Drain Plug 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 4g stubborn dried gum fibers TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 259723 ELECTRICAL KEY NO 2 8 16 21 22 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 33 40 41 42 43 48 52 PART NO DESCRIPTION 144925
35. ith engine warm and replace with clean engine oil See ENGINE in the Maintenance section of this manual CYLINDER S e Remove spark plug s Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole s into cylinder s e Turn ignition key to START position for a few seconds to distribute oil e Replace with new spark plug s OTHER Do not store gasoline from one season to another Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust Rust and or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems If possible store your tractor indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt e Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture Do not use plastic Plastic cannot breathe which allows conden sation to form and will cause your tractor to rust IMPORTANT Never cover tractor while engine and exhaust areas are still warm
36. ld be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clippings Make first cut relatively high the second to the desired height Do not mow grass when it is wet Wet grass will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps Allow grass to dry before mowing Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of material Regulate ground speed by selecting a low enough gear to give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired When operating attachments select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the attachment being used 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 and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt s Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt s Tension Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil Clean Air Filter Clean Air Screen nspect Muffler Spark Arrester Replace Oil Filter If equipped Clean Engine Cooling Fins Replace Spark Plug Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace Fuel Filter Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty con
37. leaned thoroughly see TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS in the Maintenance section of this manual e After cleaning leave cables 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 filter fuel hose or tank during storage Also experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels 9called 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 Drain the fuel tank e Start the engine and let 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 storage container Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer ENGINE OIL Drain oil w
38. nd allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above COLD WEATHER STARTING 50 F and below When engine starts allow engine to run with the throttle control in the choke position until the engine runs roughly then move throttle control to fast position This may require an engine warm up period from several seconds to several minutes depend ing on the temperature The attachments can also be used during the engine warm up period NOTE If at a high altitude above 3000 feet or in cold temperatures below 32 F the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine perfor mance See TO ADJUST CARBURE TOR in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 259723 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 2 146682 3 123666X 4 12000028 5 121520X 6 17060512 7 162240 8 131679 10 76020416 11 105701X 12 19151216 13 74550412 14 10040400 18 74780616 19 73800600 21 106933X 22 130804 24 73350600 25 106888X 26 19131316 27 76020412 28 145204 29 71673 30 130807 32 74760512 34 155071 35 120183X 36 19211616 37 1572H 38 131494 39 72110622 40 4470J 41 165838 42 19131312 47 127783 48 154407 Transaxle Peerless 206 545C Order parts from transaxle manufacturer Spring Return Brake T a Zinc Pulley Transaxle 18 20 tires Ring Retainer 5100 62 Strap Torque 30 Degrees Screw 5 16 18 x 3 4 Bracket Saddle Shift T a Rod Shf S
39. ng switch When engine is running any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine Depress clutch brake pedal into full BRAKE position and hold e Place parking brake lever in EN GAGED position and release pres sure from clutch brake pedal Pedal should remain in BRAKE position Make sure parking brake will hold tractor secure Attachment Clutch Lever Engaged Position Throttle Choke Control Disengaged Brake Position Engaged Position e Brake Disengaged Position Position STOPPING MOWER BLADES To stop mower blades move attach ment clutch lever to DISENGAGED position GROUND DRIVE To stop ground drive depress clutch brake pedal into full BRAKE position e Move gearshift lever to neutral N position ENGINE e Move throttle control to slow position NOTE Failure to move throttle control to slow position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engine to backfire e Turn ignition key to OFF position and remove key Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use e Never use choke to stop engine IMPORTANT Leaving the ignition switch in any position other than OFF will cause the battery to be discharged dead NOTE Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running hot engine exhaust
40. nual Owners English Manual Owners Spanish DESCRIPTION Cap Value Tire Stem Value Tire F Ts 15 X 6 0 6 Service Tube Inner Front 35060 Rim Asm 6 front White Service Fitting Grease Bearing Flange Rim Asm 8 rear White Service Tire R Ts 18x8 5 8 Service Tube Rear 9 5 X 8 Service Cap Axle Blk 1 50 X 1 00 Sealant Tire 10 oz tube NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 41 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 259723 SEAT ASSEMBLY SSS CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overin flated at the factory for shipping pur poses Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance e Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual Verify that the belts are routed correctly CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results mower housing should be properly leveled See TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your tractor check to see that the brake is properly adjusted See TO ADJUST BRAKE in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU
41. oil e Check engine oil with tractor on level ground Remove oil fill cap dipstick and wipe clean reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight wait for a few seconds remove and read oil level If neces sary add oil until FULL mark on dipstick is reached Do not overfill For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting See OIL VISCOSITY CHART in the Mainte nance section of this manual To change engine oil see the Mainte nance section in this manual ADD GASOLINE e Fill fuel tank Use fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life Do not mix oil with gasoline Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel fresh ness IMPORTANT When operating in temperatures below 32 F 0 C use fresh clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good cold weather starting A WARNING Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage 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
42. ornia 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 arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest authorized service center Department See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 259723 UNASSEMBLED PARTS HETASeE RELY Steering Wheel 1 Hex Bolt 16x1 pil KEY PART Steering 5 NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 159460 Wire Asm Inner Sprg W plunger LT Wheellnsert 2 159471 Shaft Asm Lift 1 Large Flat Washer 3 105767X Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc 4 12000002 E Ring 5133 62 S 5 19211621 Washer Pltd 21 32 X 1 X 21ga N 6 120183X Bearing Nylon Blk 629 Id d AARI gt 7 109413X Grip Handle bicycle Matte 8 124526X Button Plunger Red 1 Hex Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 1 Locknut 5 16 18 1 Lockwasher 3 8 LJ i oe me cn eh 13 4939M Retainer Spring 15 167253 Link Front ston EE a runnion inc Steering Wheel Extension 48 73800800 Nut Lock W Wsh 1 2 13unc r Adapter Steering Shaft 19 139868 Arm Suspension Rear Boot 20 163552 Retainer Spring Zinc 31 140302 Bearing Pvt Lift Spherical 32 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3 8 24 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 1 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge 1 Shoulder Bolt 5 16 18 1 Lock Washer 1 2 amp 1 Hex Bolt 1 2 13 x 1 Slope Sheet LIFT ASSEMBLY TRACTOR
43. ove mower See TO REMOVE MOWER in this section of this manual Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler e Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor Remove belt upwards from transaxle pulley by deflecting belt keepers Pull belt toward front of tractor and remove downwards from around engine pulley e Install new belt by reversing above procedure Engine Pulley Clutching Idler Stationary Idler Transaxle Pulley TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal left to right wnen wheels are positioned straight forward remove steering wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of 29 this manual TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION e Set in Higher Cut position Loss of power Excessive vibration Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut uneven ower blades will not otate e Cutting too much grass too fast e Throttle in CHOKE position Build up of grass leaves and trash under mower e Dirty air filter e Low oil level dirty oil e Faulty spark plug spark plug e Dirty fuel filter Stale or dirty fuel e Water in fuel e Spark plug wire loose plug wire e Dirty engine air screen fins e Dirty clogged muffler e Loose or damaged wiring e Carburetor out of adjustment section e Engine valves out of a
44. partment which has proper equipment and experience to make any necessary adjustments Idle Speed Plate y Screw Throttle Cable Throttle Lever 24 STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more ACAUTION 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 Clean entire tractor See CLEANING in the Maintenance section of this manual Inspect and replace belts if necessary See belt replacement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual Lubricate as shown in the Mainte nance section of this manual Be sure that all nuts bolts and screws are securely fastened Inspect moving parts for damage breakage and wear Replace if necessary Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces sand lightly before painting BATTERY Fully charge the battery for storage After a period of time in storage battery may require recharging To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during long periods of storage battery cables should be disconnected and battery c
45. pe and gap setting are shown in PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual IN LINE FUEL FILTER The fuel filter should be replaced once each season If fuel filter becomes clogged obstructing fuel flow to carbure tor replacement is required e With engine cool remove filter and plug fuel line sections e Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carburetor e Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline Fuel Filter We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system muffler air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out Water in engine can result in a short ened engine life CLEANING Clean engine battery seat finish etc of all foreign matter Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline oil etc e Protect painted surfaces with automo tive type wax SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS A CAUTION Before peuotmnd any service or adjustments Depress clutch brake pedal fully and set parking brake Place gearshift lever in neutral N position Place attachment clutch in DISENGAGED position Turn ignition key OFF and remove key _ Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug TRACTOR e Disconnect fron
46. place mower drive belt TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Hard to start Engine will not turn over Engine clicks but will not start e Out of fuel e Engine not CHOKED properly e Engine flooded before attempting to star e Bad spark plug e Dirty air filter e Dirty fuel filter e Water in fuel e Loose or damaged wiring e Carburetor out of adjustment section e Engine valves out of adjustment e Dirty air filter e Bad spark plug e Weak or dead battery e Dirty fuel filter e Stale or dirty fuel fresh gasoline e Loose or damaged wiring e Carburetor out of adjustment section e Engine valves out of adjustment e Clutch brake pedal not depressed e Attachment clutch is engaged e Weak or dead battery e Blown fuse e Corroded battery terminals e Loose or damaged wiring e Faulty ignition switch e Faulty solenoid or starter e Faulty operator presence switch es e Weak or dead battery e Corroded battery terminals e Loose or damaged wiring e Faulty solenoid or starter Fill fuel tank e See TO START ENGINE in Operation section e Wait several minutes e Replace spark plug e Clean replace air filter e Replace fuel filter Drain fuel tank and carburetor refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter e Check all wiring e See To Adjust Carburetor in Service Adjustments e Contact an au
47. re pointing straight forward e Remove steering wheel adapter from steering wheel and slide adapter onto steering shaft extension e Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal left to right and slide inside boot and onto adapter Assemble large flat washer 3 8 lock washer 3 8 hex bolt and tighten securely Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel Remove protective materials from tractor hood and grill IMPORTANT Check for and remove any staples in skid that may puncture tires where tractor is to roll off skid Steering Wheel Insert Bolt 3 8 Lock Washer G Large Flat Washer Steering Boot Adapter h Extension Shaft ed so 5 16 Hex Bolt Lower Steering 75 7 Shaft HH aa 5 16 Locknut SLi HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR CHECK BATTERY e Lift seat pan to raised position and open battery box door e 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 instructions Seat Pan Battery Box Label Door Terminal Terminal INSTALL SEAT Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob Shoulder Bolt Adjustment Remove adjustment bolt lock washer and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor Pivot seat upward and r
48. round e Faulty light switch e Loose or damaged wiring e Blown fuse TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower blades will not Frozen idler pulley e Replace idler pulley rotate Cont n e Frozen blade mandrel e Replace blade mandrel Poor grass discharge Engine speed too slow Place throttle control in FAST position e Clean underside of mower housing e Replace mower drive belt e Reinstall blades sharp edge down e Replace with blades listed e Clean around mandrels to open vent holes e Turn switch ON e Replace bulb s e Check replace light switch e Check wiring and connections Headlight s not working if so equipped Bottom edge of mower to ground e Replace fuse Battery will not charge Bad battery cell s e Poor cable connections e Faulty regulator if so equipped e Faulty alternator e Replace battery e Check clean all connections e Replace regulator e Replace alternator e Move throttle control to SLOW position and allow to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine Engine backfires when turning engine OFF Engine throttle control not set at SLOW position for 30 seconds before stopping engine Lift Link Adjustment Nut FRONT TO BACK ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT Deck must be level side to side If the following front to b
49. s can hide ob stacles e Use slow speed Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope e Follow the manufacturer s recommen dations for wheel weights or counter weights to improve stability Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments These can change the stability of the machine Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction Avoid starting or stopping on a slope If tires lose traction disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING GUIDE SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE A X 47 15 MAX greater than 15 never across the face Make turns gradu ally to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes e Z N o Q 2 N man o o 5 o c z o ke gc c Q gt o S fo gt o o Q e 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 pur chaser we will repair or replace at our option without charge
50. t AH Indicator Gearshift Lev Te ia Parking Brake Lever er Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER Used to engage the mower blades or other attachments 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 GEARSHIFT LEVER Selects the speed and direction of tractor IGNITION SWITCH Used for starting and stopping the engine LIFT LEVER PLUNGER Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position LIGHT SWITCH Turns the headlights on and off PARKING BRAKE LEVER Locks clutch brake pedal into the brake position THROTTLE CHOKE CONTROL Used for starting and controlling engine speed THAN NO SIGHT eum The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes which can result in severe eye damage Always wear safety pcm glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensi
51. t Rh Bolt RdHd Sht Sqnk 3 8 16 x 3 4 Screw Thdrol 5 16 18 x 1 2 Tyt Bracket Asm Pivot Mower Rear Nut Lock Hex W Ins 1 4 20 Washer 9 32 x 7 8 x 16 Ga Bracket Grille LH Screw Hex Wshd 8 18 x 7 8 Bracket Grille RH Bolt Fin Hex 1 4 20 x 3 4 Rod Pivot Chassis Hood Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 TT Screw Thdrol 3 8 16 x 1 2 Screw Hex Wsh Thdrol 3 8 16 BL Plug Button Blk 359 Dia Choke NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 259723 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 32 TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six 6 feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear then brake must be adjusted See TO ADJUST BRAKE in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual TIRES 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 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 tractor does not function as
52. t links from deck by TO REMOVE MOWER removing retainer springs Mowerwillbeeasiertoremovefromthe Raise lift lever to raise suspension right side of tractor arms Slide mower out from under e Place attachment clutch in DISEN tractor GAGED position IMPORTANT If an attachment other than e Move attachment lift lever forward to the mower deck is to be mounted on the lower mower to its lowest position tractor remove the front links and hook Roll belt off engine pulley the clutch spring Into square hole in f frame Remove small retainer spring and lift amg clutch spring off pulley bolt TO INSTALL MOWER Remove large retainer spring slide a i collar off and push housing guide out eE postion lift lever to its of bracket Slide mower under tractor with Disconnect anti swaybar from chassis discharge guard to right side of tractor bracket by removing retainer spring e Lower lift lever to its lowest position Disconnect suspension arms from rear Install mower in reverse order of deck brackets by removing retainer removal instructions springs Suspension Arms Small Retainer Spring Retainer Springs Both Sides Retainer Spring Anti Sway Bar Collar Housing Guide Large Retainer Spring Bracket TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 259723 SCHEMATIC RED S i I 0 sie BATTERY fines 5 tI oe NO OJo omeo l AMMETER FUSE i i STARTER OPTIO
53. t of 1975 SAFETY RULES SERVICE DO NOT Do not turn on slopes unless neces sary and then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible Do not mow near drop offs ditches or embankments The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch or if an edge caves in Do not mow on wet grass Reduced traction could cause sliding e Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them e 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 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 Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision e 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
54. thorized service center department e Clean replace air filter e Replace spark plug e Recharge or replace battery e Replace fuel filter e Drain fuel tank and refill with e Check all wiring e See To Adjust Carburetor in Service Adjustments e Contact an authorized service center department e Depress clutch brake pedal e Disengage attachment clutch Recharge or replace battery e Replace fuse e Clean battery terminals e Check all wiring e Check replace ignition switch e Check replace solenoid or starter e Contact an authorized service center department e Recharge or replace battery e Clean battery terminals e Check all wiring e Check replace solenoid or starter FRONT WHEEL TOE IN CAMBER The front wheel toe in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe in or camber contact your nearest authorized service center department TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS Block up axle securely Remove axle cover retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal rear wheel contains a square key Do not lose e Repair tire and reassemble e On rear wheels only align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle Insert square key e Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove e Replace axle cover NOTE To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks tire sealant may be purchased from
55. ust 515 x 750 x 033 19 160395 Support Shaft 22 165857 Screw Hex Wsh Hd Torx 23 165851 Shaft Asm Pitman 25 154406 Bracket Steering 26 126847X Bushing LInk Drag BIk LR 27 136874 Gear Sector 22 Teeth 28 19131416 Washer 13 32 x 7 8 x 16 Ga 29 17060612 Screw 3 8 16 x 3 4 30 76020412 Pin 32 130465 Rod Tie Wire Form 19 75 Mech 36 155099 Bushing Strg 5 8 ID Dash 37 152927 Screw 38 140045 Insert Steering Wheel 39 19133812 Washer 13 32 x 2 3 8 x 12 Ga 40 7810H Nut Lock Center 3 8 24 41 100711L Adaptor Wheel Strg 42 145054X428 Boot Steering Dash P L MTL Bik 43 121749X Washer 25 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Ga 44 153720 Extension Steering Non adjust 46 121232X Cap Spindle Fr Top Blk 47 6855M Fitting Grease 51 73800500 54 74780520 Nut Lock Hx W Ins 5 16 18unc Bolt Fin Hex 5 16 18unc 62 167902 Steering Assembly 63 74780616 Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16unc x 1 Gr 5 65 160367 Spacer Axle 66 154404 Bearing Arm Pittman 67 72140618 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3 8 16 x 2 1 4 68 169827 Brace Axle 79 19132012 80 74950612 82 169835 85 133835 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm Washer 13 32 x 1 1 4 x 12 Ga Bolt Hex Nylon 3 8 16 x 3 4 Bracket Susp Chasis Front Fastner Christmas Tree 37 STEERING TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 259723 4 36 TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT The position of the attachment lift lever determines the cutting height Grasp lift lever Press plunger with t
56. wer Open battery box door Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and remove battery from tractor e Rinse the battery with plain water and dry e Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright Coat terminals with grease or petro leum jelly e Reinstall battery See REPLACING BATTERY in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual 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 TRANSAXLE COOLING Keep transaxle free from build up of dirt and chaff which can restrict cooling ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF SG or SH Select the oil s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature SAE VISCOSITY GRADES lt 20 0 30 32 40 60 80 100 C_ 30 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE NOTE Although multi viscosity oils 5W30 10W30 etc improve starting in cold weather these multi viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32 F Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least once a year
57. your local parts dealer Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion Washers Retaining Ring Axle Cover Square Key Rear Wheel Only TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY A CAUTION 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 BATTERY in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual If jumper cables are used for emer gency starting follow this procedure IMPORTANT Your tractor is equipped with a 12 volt negative grounded system The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt negative grounded system Do not use your tractor battery to start other vehicles 23 TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE terminal of each battery taking care not to short against chassis Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE terminal of fully charged battery Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to good CHASSIS GROUND away from fuel tank and battery TO REMOVE CABLES REVERSE ORDER e BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery RED cable last from both batteries Positive Terminal Negative Terminal Chassis Cables a Charged Positive Battery Terminal Terminal REPLACING BATTERY Acaution Do not short
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