McCulloch 532 43 45-03 Lawn Mower User Manual
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1. 18 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 IMPORTANT IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE MOWER IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR REMOVE THE FRONT LINK E AND REAR LIFT LINKS C FROM TRACTOR AND HOOK THE CLUTCH SPRING Q INTO THE CABLE GUIDE ON FRONT EDGE OF LOWER DASH TO INSTALL MOWER See Figs 21 amp 26 Be sure tractor is on level surface and engage parking brake e Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position CAUTION LIFT LEVER IS SPRING LOADED HAVE A TIGHT GRIP ON LIFT LEVER LOWER IT SLOWLY AND ENGAGE IN LOWEST POSITION NOTE Be sure mower side suspension arms A are point ing forward before sliding mower under tractor e Slide mower under tractor until it is centered under tractor 03042tex SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS e ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS A TO Insert end of link E into hole in front mower bracket CHASSIS Position hole in arm over pin B on outside and secure with washer and retainer spring J of tractor chassis and secure with retainer spring e Repeat on opposite side of tractor Fig 24 e Hook end of clutch cable spring Q into hole in idler Fig 22 arm R e Push clutch cable housing guide P into bracket slide e ATTACH2. Replace fuse Clean battery terminals Check all wiring Check replace ignition switch Check replace solenoid or starter Contact an authorized service center department 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 Check oil level change oil Clean and regap or change spark plug Replace fuel filter Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh clean gasoline Empty fuel tank and carburetor refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter Connect and tighten spark plug wire Clean engine air screen fins Clean replace muffler Check all wiring See To Adjust Carburetor in Service Adjustments Contact an authorized service center department TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CORRECTION Excessive Worn bent or loose blade 1 Replace blade Tighten blade bolt vibration Bent blade mandrel 2 Replace blade mandrel Loose damaged part s 3 Tighten loose part s Replace damaged parts Engine continues l da operator safety presence control 1 ke E ei he EE A If A to run when oper system corrected contact an authorized service center ator leaves seat PRAE with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut uneven Worn bent or loose blade 1 Replace blade Tighten blade bolt Mower deck not level 2 Level mowe
3. T la f S e WE NEE T KH Se l o S S To y S M UYY S e S HEEN Change Engine Oil without oil filter Clean Air Filter Clean Air Screen Clean Air Screen i r MA EN N WE EE EE EE f EN FAN f EN EE EE EE EN FEE EE EN EE EE Yy wv o EE f Ta f MEN EEN d d ME AE ME 1 Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures 3 Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil 5 See Cleaning in Maintenance Section 2 Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions 4 Not required if equipped with maintenance free battery GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS LUBRICATION CHART The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence Toreceive SPINDLE ZERK full value from the warranty operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual 1 SPINDLE ZERK some adjustments will need to be made periodically to FRONT FRONT properly maintain your tractor WHEEL ads At least once a season check to see if you should make BEARING ZERK any of the adjustments described in the Service and ERF Adjustments section of this manual STEERING ENGINE e Atleast once a year you should replace the spark plug SECTOR clean or replace air filter and check blades and belts GEAR for wear A new spark plug and clean air filter assure TEETH proper air fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer B
4. AA MCCULLOCH Operator s Manual 032 43 45 03 A WARNING 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 plug WARNING Donotcoastdown ahillin neu tral you may lose control of the tractor WARNING 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 GENERAL OPERATION Read understand and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual before starting Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the machine Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times 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 blades Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operating Stop machine if anyone enters the area Never carry passengers Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while backing Never direct discharged material toward anyone Avoid discharging material against a wall or
5. On slopes the weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop V SERVICE SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Extinguish all cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition Use only approved gasoline container Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running Allow engine to cool before refueling Never fuel the machine indoors Never store the machine or fuel container where there is an open flame spark or pilot light such as on a water heater or other appliances Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with plastic liner Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle when filling Remove gas powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground If this is not possible then refuel such equipment with a portable container rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete Do not use a nozzle lock open device Iffuel is spilled on clothing change clothing immediately Never overfill fuel tank Replace gas cap and tighten securely SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride On Mowers A GENERAL SERVICE Neve
6. 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 Tighten cap onto the tube securely when finished AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions See engine manual 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 stubborn dried gum fibers MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester if equipped as it could create a fire hazard and or damage SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation whichever occurs first Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual IN LINE FUEL FILTER See Fig 17 The fuel filter should be replaced once each season If fuel filter becomes clogged obstructing fuel flow to carburetor replacement is required e Withenginecool 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 e Immediately wipe up any
7. of seat to tractor e Pivotseat upward and remove from the cardboard pack ing Remove the cardboard packing and discard e Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolts are positioned over the large slotted holes in pan e Push down on seat to engage shoulder bolts in slots and pull seat towards rear of tractor e Pivot seat and pan forward and assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely Do not tighten e Lower seat into operating position and sit in seat e Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which allows you to press clutch brake pedal all the way down e Get off seat without moving its adjusted position e Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely SHOULDER BOLTS SJ J EES SS ADJUSTMENT ad Fig 3 NOTE You may now roll your tractor off the skid Follow the instructions below to remove the tractor from the skid AA 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 TOROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID See Operation section for location and function of controls e 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 the deflector shield up against
8. tractor Continue with the instructions that follow CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance e Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown on tires CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results mower housing should be properly leveled See TO LEVEL MOWER in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual CHECK FOR POSITION OF ALL BELTS See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments sec tion of this manual Verify that the belts are routed correctly CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn howto operate your tractor check to see that the brake is operating properly See TO CHECK BRAKE in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual Y 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 J Al assembly instructions have been completed Y No remaining loose parts in carton J Battery is properly prepared and charged Y Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely V Alltires 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
9. Connect one end ofthe BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE terminal C of fully charged battery e Connect the other end of the BLACK cable D 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 e RED cable last from both batteries FULLY CHARGED BATTERY EAK OR DEAD BATTERY Fig 35 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS REPLACING BATTERY See Fig 36 WARNING 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 e Lift seat pan to raised position e 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 bolt and nut as shown Tighten securely Slide terminal cover over terminal e Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative ter minal with remaining bolt and nut Tighten securely e Lower seat pan SEAT PAN TERMINAL COVER POSITIVE RED CABLE Fig 36 19 REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB Raise hood e Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill e Replace bulb in h
10. Do no use on steep slopes Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground Do not mow near drop offs ditches or embankments The machine could suddenly roll over if a wheel is over the edge or if the edge caves in A lll 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 Keep children out ofthe mowing area and in the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area Before and while backing look behind and down for small children Never carry children even with the blades shut off They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation Children who have been given rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing area for another ride and be run over or backed over by the machine Never allow children to operate the machine Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may block your view ofa child IV TOWING Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for towing Do not attach towed equipment except at the hitch point Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment
11. 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 10 C and above e When engine starts move the throttle control to the fast position e 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 10 C and below e When engine starts allow engine to run with the throttle control in the choke position until the engine runs roughly then move throttle control to fast posi tion This may require an engine warm up period from several seconds to several minutes depending on the temperature e 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 0 C the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance See TO ADJUST CARBURETOR in the Service and Adjust ments section of this manual 13 OWING TIPS Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance See TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual The left hand side of mower shou
12. REAR LIFT LINKS C Lift rear corner of collar L onto guide and secure with retainer spring K mower and position slot in link assembly over pin D i on rear mower bracket and secure with washer and Eb on Snowe Pune M in belt keepers G retainer spring Fig 25 IMPORTANT CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES e Raise attachment lift lever to highest position e f necessary adjust gauge wheels before operating Fig 23 mower as shown inthe Operation section of this manual e ATTACH FRONT LINK E Work from left side of trac tor Insert rod end of link assembly through front hole in tractor front suspension bracket F a 03042tex SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER Make sure tires are properly inflated to the PSI shown on tires If tires are over or under inflated it may affect the appearance of your lawn and lead you to think the mower is not adjusted properly VISUAL SIDE TO SIDE ADJUSTMENT See Fig 27 e With all tires properly inflated and if your lawn appears unevenly cut determine which side of mower is Cutting lower e With a 3 4 or adjustable wrench turn lift link adjust ment nut A to the left to lower LH side of mower or to the right to raise LH side of mower Turn nut left to lower mower Turn nut right to raise mower Fig 27 NOTE Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower height about 3 16 e Test your adjustment by mowing
13. 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 and trash under mower Dirty air filter Low oil level dirty oil Faulty spark plug Dirty fuel filter Stale or dirty fuel Water in fuel Spark plug wire loose Dirty engine air screen fins Dirty clogged muffler Loose or damaged wiring Carburetor out of adjustment Engine valves out of adjustment 25 O g as O Te Se ME N Oo PM S DM TE 2 N DO n 10 11 12 13 14 15 ALD eae NS DAD HD N de EA YS 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 carburetor refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter Check all wiring See To Adjust Carburetor in Service Adjustments section Contact an authorized 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 Adjustments section Contact an authorized service center department Depress clutch brake pedal Disengage attachment clutch Recharge or replace battery
14. brake position D THROTTLE CHOKE CONTROL Used for starting and controlling engine speed E ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER Used to engage the mower blades or other attachments mounted to your tractor F IGNITION SWITCH Used for starting and stopping the engine G REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM ROS ON POSI TION Allows operation of mower deck or other powered attachment while in reverse H LIGHT SWITCH Turns the headlights on and off J GEARSHIFT LEVER Selects the speed and direction of tractor OPERATION WEAR YOUR FORESIGHT IS BETTER THAN NO SIGHT or standard safety glasses HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE See Fig 5 Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens ing switch When engine is running any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine e Depress clutch brake pedal B all the way down and hold e Pull parking brake lever C up and hold release pres sure from clutch brake pedal B then release parking brake lever Pedal should remain in brake position Make sure parking brake will hold tractor secure STOPPING See Fig 6 MOWER BLADES e To stop mower blades place attachment clutch control in the DISENGAGED position Gn ea ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH DISENGAGED a ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH ENGAGED Fig 6 GROUND DRIVE e To stop ground drive
15. e Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright e Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly e Reinstall battery See REPLACING BATTERY in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section ofthis manual MAINTENANCE TRANSAXLE MAINTENANCE Keep transaxle free from build up of dirt and chaff which can restrict cooling Do not attempt to clean transaxle while engine is running or while thetransaxleishot To prevent possible damageto seals do not use high pressure water or steam to clean transaxle 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 SAE VISCOSITY GRADES mm Ed N 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 Fig 15 NOTE Although multi viscosity oils 5W30 10W30 etc improve starting in cold weather they will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32 F Check your engine oil level more 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 ifthe tractor is not used for 25 hours in one year Check the cr
16. e Depress clutch brake pedal all the way down and hold e With engine running turn ignition key counterclockwise to ROS ON position e Look down and behind before backing e Move gear shift lever to reverse R position and slowly release clutch brake pedal to start movement e When use of the ROS is no longer needed turn the ignition key clockwise to engine ON position ROS ON POSITION ENGINE ON POSITION NORMAL OPERATING Fig 11 TO OPERATE ON HILLS CAUTION Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 and do not drive across any slope e Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills e Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills e If slowing is necessary move throttle control lever to slower position e f stopping is absolutely necessary push clutch brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake e Movegearshiftleverto 1stgear Be sure youhave allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart movement e Torestart movement slowly release parking brake and clutch brake pedal e Make all turns slowly TO TRANSPORT e Raiseattachmentliftto highest position with attachment lift control e When pushing or towing your tractor be sure gearshift lever is in neutral N position e 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 c
17. obstruction Material may ricochet back toward the operator Stop the blades when crossing gravel surfaces Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher discharge chute or other safety devices in place and working Slow down before turning Never leave a running machine unattended Always turn off blades set parking brake stop engine and remove keys before dismounting Disengage blades when not mowing Shut off engine and wait for all parts to come to a complete stop before cleaning the machine removing the grass catcher or unclogging the discharge chute Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial light SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride On Mowers DANGER 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 A Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck Always wear eye protection when operating machine Data indicates that operators age 60 years and above are involved in a 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 Follow the manufacturer s r
18. oil or fuel Do not store spill or use gasoline near an open flame IMPORTANT WHEN OPERATINGIN TEMPERATURES BELOW 32 F 0 C USE FRESH CLEAN WINTER GRADE GASOLINE TO HELP ENSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER STARTING CAUTION Alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract mois ture 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 See Storage Instructions for additional information Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur OPERATION TO START ENGINE See Fig 4 When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine e Sit on seat in operating position depress clutch brake pedal and set parking brake e Place gear shift lever in neutral position e Move attachment clutch to DISENGAGED position e Move throttle control to choke position NOTE Before starting read the warm and cold starting procedures below e Insertkey into ignition and turn key clockwise to START position and release key as soon as engine starts
19. properly inflated for leveling Check mower and drive belts Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers Y Check wiring See that all connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS Engine oil is at proper level Fuel tank is filled with fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline Become familiar with all controls their location and function Operate them before you start the engine Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition SES NS Be sure Operator Presence System and Reverse Op eration System ROS are working properly See the Operation and Maintenance sections in 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 a REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION SWITCH 8 6 amp ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT OPERATION SYSTEM ROS i WN nii D N EO ot SS B LIGHTSON FUEL BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD CRUISE CONTROL as ing Ra ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT DANGER KEEP HANDS CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED AND FEET AWAY KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION DANGER indicates a hazard which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING indicates a hazard
20. serviced You may also check brake by 1 Park tractor on a level dry concrete or paved surface depress clutch brake pedal all the way down and en gage parking brake 2 Place gear shift lever in neutral position The rear wheels must lock and skid when you try to manually push the tractor forward If the rear wheels rotate then the brake needs to be serviced Contact a qualified service center TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT See Fig 32 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 section in this manual NOTE Observe entire motion drive belt and position of all belt guides and keepers 2 Remove belt from stationary idler A and clutching idler B 3 Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor Remove belt upwards from transaxle input pulley D 4 Remove belt downward from engine pulley E 5 Slide belt toward rear of tractor off the steering plate F and remove from tractor BELT INSTALLATION 1 Install new belt from tractor rear to front over the steer ing plate F and above clutch brake pedal shaft G 2 Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll belt onto engine pulley E 3 Pullbelttoward rear of tractor Carefully work belt down around transaxle input pulley D Be sure belt is inside the belt keeper 4 Install belt through
21. some uncut grass and visually checking the appearance Readjust if necessary until you are satisfied with the results PRECISION SIDE TO SIDE ADJUSTMENT See Fig 28 e With all tires properly inflated park tractor on level ground or driveway CAUTION Blades are sharp Protect your hands with gloves and or wrap blade with heavy cloth e Raise mower to its highest position e At both sides of mower position blade at side and measure the distance A from bottom edge of blade to the ground The distance should be the same on both sides 20 e If adjustment is necessary see step in Visual Adjust ment instructions above e Recheck measurements adjust if necessary until both sides are equal FRONT TO BACK ADJUSTMENT See Figs 29 amp 30 IMPORTANT Deck must be level side to side To obtain the best cutting results the mower blades should be adjusted so the front tip is 1 8 to 1 2 lower than the rear tip when the mower is in its highest position CAUTION Blades are sharp Protect your hands with gloves and or wrap blade with heavy cloth e Raise mower to highest position e Position blade so the tip is pointing straight forward Measure distance B to the ground at front and rear tip of the blade Fig 29 e If front tip of blade is not 1 8 to 1 2 lower than the rear tip go to the front of tractor e With an 11 16 or adjustable wrench loosen jam nut A several t
22. spilled gasoline MAINTENANCE ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM See Fig 18 Debris may clog the engine s air cooling system Remove blower housing and clean the area shown to prevent over heating and engine damage AIR SCREEN CLEAN OUT CHAFF AND DEBRIS B AUNTS A IT 5 TO a CLEANING Clean engine battery seat finish etc of all foreign matter e Clean debris from steering plate Debris can restrict clutch brake pedal shaft movement causing belt slip and loss of drive A CAUTION Avoid all pinch points and movable parts See Fig 19 STEERING CAUTION PINCH POINTS Zo A PLATE A 6 STEERING SYSTEM DASH FENDER AND MOWER NOT SHOWN Fig 19 e Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline oil etc e Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and trans mission are covered to keep water out Water in engine or transmission will shorten the useful life of your tractor Use compressed air or a leaf blower to remove grass leaves and trash from tractor and mower 17 DECK WASHOUT PORT See Fig 20 Your tractor s deck is equipped with a washout port on its surface as part of its deck wash system It should be utilized after each use 1 Drive the tractor to a level clear spot on your lawn near enough to a water spigot for
23. ARNING 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 isto be stored for a period oftime clean itthoroughly remove all dirt grease leaves etc Store in a clean dry area e Clean entire tractor See CLEANING in the Mainte nance section of this manual e Inspect and replace belts if necessary See belt re placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual e Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this manual e Be sure that all nuts bolts and screws are securely fastened Inspect moving parts for damage breakage and wear Replace if necessary e Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces sand lightly before painting BATIER Fully charge the battery for storage e After a period of time in storage battery may require recharging e To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during long periods of storage battery cables should be dis connected and battery cleaned thoroughly See TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS in the Mainte nance section of this manual e After cleaning leave cables disconnected 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 da
24. EFORE EACH USE CENOTS e Check engine oil level e Check brake operation Check tire pressure General Purpose Grease 2 Refer to Maintenance ENGINE Section aa Presence and ROS systems for proper IMPORTANT DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS VISCOUS e Check for loose fasteners LUBRICANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN THE LIFE OF THE SELF LUBRICATING BEARINGS IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED USE ONLY A DRY POWDERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY 14 MAINTENANCE TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance BRAKE OPERATION lf 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 CHECK BRAKE in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual TIRES e Maintain proper air pressure in all tires See the sides of tires for proper PSI e Keep tires free of gasoline oil or insect control chemicals which can harm rubber e 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 AND REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM ROS See Fig 13 Be sure operator pre
25. We have competent well trained techni cians 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 Read and observe the safety rules e Follow a regular schedule in maintaining caring for and using your tractor e Follow the instructions under Maintenance and Stor age sections of this manual WARNING This tractor is equipped with an internal com bustion engine and should not be used on or near any un improved 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 Ifa spark arrester is used it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest authorized service center department TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY BULLE Sir ie ENE Re SEER EEEa 2 3 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS esse see ee ee ee eeaa ee EER EE 4 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES esse ee ee ee ees see 4 ASSEMBLY eee E N Ee RE 6 7 OPERATION sorodni dee ae see ee ee dd 8 13 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ee esse esse ee ee ee ee esse ae 14 MAINTENANCE sees see es idee se Ne wwe eie Ak ee 14 17 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ee esse sesse sees 18 23 STORAGE ese Nee ee Re ee
26. ankcase 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 See Figs 15 amp 16 Determine temperature range expected before oil change All oil must meet API service classification C 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 CAUTION If engine has been operated for an extended period of time immedi ately prior to draining oil oil will be hot OIL DRAIN HOLE EE T OIL DRAIN EXTENSION Fig 16 16 e Slide oil drain extension under oil drain hole drain hole may be flush with or protrude from engine block side wall e Make sure back face of oil drain extension is flush with engine side wall e Make sure bottom lip of oil drain extension is lined up with bottom of oil drain hole e Position a container to catch oil directly under front end of oil drain extension e Slide a 1 2 12 point socket mounted on an extension onto oil drain plug e Loosen plug while holding the oil drain extension firmly in place e Drain oil into container e After oil has drained completely reinstall oil drain plug Do not tighten more than 13 Ft Lbs e Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube Pour slowly
27. ardous could damage your tractor and void your warranty BLADE REMOVAL See Fig 14 e Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blade NOTE Protect your hands with gloves and or wrap blade with heavy cloth e Remove blade bolt by turning counterclockwise e Install new or resharpened blade with stamped THIS SIDE UP facing deck and mandrel assembly IMPORTANT TO ENSURE PROPER ASSEMBLY CENTER HOLE IN BLADE MUST ALIGN WITH STAR ON MANDREL ASSEMBLY e Install and tighten blade bolt securely 45 55 Ft Lbs torque IMPORTANT SPECIAL BLADE BOLT HEAT TREATED MANDREL ASSEMBLY BLADE BOLT SPECIAL Ne CENTER HOLE Fig 14 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 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 equipment battery on your tractor is main tenance free Do not attempt to open or remove caps or cov ers 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 power e Raise seat e Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat tery cable and remove battery from tractor e Rinse the battery with plain water and dry
28. ch Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine You must remain fully and centrally positioned in the seat to prevent the engine from hesitat ing or cutting off when operating your equipment on rough rolling terrain or hills e Selectdesired height of cut see TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT e Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control TO STOP MOWER BLADES e Disengage attachment clutch control CAUTION Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher on mowers So equipped or the deflector shield S in place See Fig 10 Fig 10 REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM ROS See Fig 11 Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System ROS Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine unless ignition key is placed in the ROS ON position AAWARNING Backing up with the attachment clutch en gaged while mowing is strongly discouraged Turning the ROS ON to allow reverse operation with the attachment clutch engaged should only be done when the operator decides it is necessary to reposition the machine with the attachment engaged Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary OPERATION USING THE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM Only use if you are certain no children or other bystanders will enter the mowing area
29. depress clutch brake pedal into full BRAKE position e Move gearshift lever J to neutral position 10 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 a wide vision safety mask over spectacles ENGINE e Move throttle control D between half and full speed fast position NOTE Failure to move throttle control between half and full speed fast position before stopping may cause engine to backfire e Turn ignition key F to STOP position and remove key Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use e Never use the choke to stop the engine IMPORTANT LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY POSITION OTHER THAN STOP WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED DEAD NOTE Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running hot engine exhaust gases may cause browning of grass To eliminate this possibility al ways stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas CAUTION Always stop tractor com pletely as described above and set parking brake before leaving the opera tors position TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL D See Fig 7 Always operate engine at full speed fast e Operating engine at less than full speed fast reduces engine s operat
30. ecommendation for wheel weights or counterweights 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 Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip over accidents which can result in severe injury or death Operation on all slopes requires extra caution If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it do not mow it Mow up and down slopes not across Watch for holes ruts bumps rocks or other hidden objects Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles Choose a low ground speed so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope Do not mow on wet grass Tires may lose traction Always keep the machine in gear when going down slopes Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill Avoid starting stopping or turning on a slope If the tires lose traction disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction which could cause the machine to roll over Use extra care while operating machine with grass catchers or other attachments they can affect the stability of the machine
31. ed between terminals charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6 10 amps See BATTERY in Maintenance section of this manual for charging instructions e For battery and battery cable installation see RE PLACING BATTERY inthe Service and Adjustments section in this manual TO INSTALL STEERING WHEEL See Fig 2 ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT e Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft e 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 are 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 e Assemble large flat washer lock washer hex bolt and tighten securely e Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel e 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 INSERT BOLT on g Try o EL Ee ay LARGE FLAT ET STEERING JC STEERING BOOT ADAPTER EXTENSION STEERING SHAFT Fig 2 ASSEMBLY INSTALL SEAT See Fig 3 Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob e Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly
32. ee Ge ee ie ee 24 TROUBLESHOOTING es oen see ees ER EER dee 25 26 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel 7 od N p Of N Steering 1 Large Wheel Insert Rs Washer al 1 Hex Bolt N Steering Steering Wheel Extension Adapter Steering Boot Shaft 1 Washer Slope Sheet 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 TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier Standard wrench sizes are listed 1 5 16 wrench Utility knife 2 7 16 wrenches Tire pressure gauge 2 1 2 wrenches Pliers 1 9 16 wrench When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual it means when you are in the operating position seated behind the steering wheel TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON e Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton e Cut along dotted lines on all four panels of carton Remove end panels and lay side panels flat e Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID TO CHECK BATTERY See Fig 1 e Lift seat to raised position NOTE If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label label is locat
33. he watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area Before and while backing look behind and down for small children Mow up and down slopes 15 Max not across Choose a low ground speed so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope Avoid starting stopping or turning on a slope If the 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 1 50 Gallons Unleaded Regular SAE 30 above 32 F 0 C SAE 5W 30 below 32 F 0 C Oil Capacity 48 oz Gasoline Capacity and Type Oil Type API SG SL Spark Plug Champion RC12YC Gap 030 Forward ist 1 1 2nd 1 4 3rd 2 2 4th 3 4 5th 4 3 6th 5 5 Reverse 1 7 Ground Speed MPH Charging System 3 Amps Battery 5 Amps Headlights AMP HR 28 Min CCA 230 Case Size U1R Blade Torque 45 55 Ft Lbs TS SS SSS FF Battery CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor It has been designed engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy please contact your nearest authorized service center department
34. ing efficiency e Full speed fast offers the best mower performance Fig 7 OPERATION TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD See Fig 8 The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the gearshift lever J Fig 8 1 Start tractor with clutch brake pedal depressed and gearshift lever in neutral position 2 Move gearshift lever to desired position 3 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 TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT See Fig 9 The position of the attachment lift lever A determines the cutting height Fig 9 e Put attachment lift lever in desired cutting height slot The cutting height range is approximately 1 to 4 The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine notrunning These heights are approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions height of grass and types of grass being mowed e The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2 1 2 during the cool season and to over 3 during hot months For healthier and better looking lawns mow often and after moderate growth e For best cutting performance grass over 6 in height should be mowed twice Make the first cut relatively high the second to desired height 11 TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing swit
35. ipped Faulty light switch 3 Check replace light switch Loose or damaged wiring 4 Check wiring and connections Blown fuse 5 Replace fuse Battery will not Bad battery cell s 1 Replace battery charge Poor cable connections 2 Check clean all connections Faulty regulator if so equipped 3 Replace regulator Faulty alternator 4 Replace alternator Loss of drive Debris on steering plate if equipped 1 See CLEANING in the maintenance section Motion drive belt worn damaged or broken 2 Replace motion drive belt Axle key missing 3 Install axle key at rear wheel See TO REMOVE WHEEL in the Service and Adjustments section Engine backfires Engine throttle control not set between 1 Move throttle control between half and full speed when turnin half and full speed fast position before fast position before stopping engine cn ie g stopping engine engine OFF Engine dies when 1 Reverse operation system ROS is not 1 Turn ignition key to ROS ON position See tractor is shifted ON while mower or other attachment is Operation section into reverse engaged 26 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX WARNING To avoid serious injury operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes never across the face Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of con
36. ld be used for trim ming Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut Have the cut area to the right of the machine This will result in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting 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 See Fig 12 Fig 12 If grass is extremely tall it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip pings Make first cut relatively high the second to the desired height Do not mow grass when it is wet Wet grass will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps Allow grass to dry before mowing Always operate engine at full throttle when mow ing to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of material Regulate ground speed by se lecting a low enough gear to give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired When operating attachments select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the attachment being used MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE MEES ERGE EACH 8 25 50 100 SEASON STORAGE USE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS Check Brake Operation ssi ad Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure jammere E YY o T oo S S wA Jv Jw S S a OE S T l Y IY
37. losed and secured to tractor Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor rope cord etc TOWING CARTS amp OTHER ATTACHMENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your trac tor Use common sense when towing Too heavy of a load while on a slope is dangerous Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor 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 e Check engine oil with tractor on level ground e Remove oil fill cap dipstick and wipe clean reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight wait for a few seconds remove and read oil level If necessary add oil until FULL mark on dipstick is reached Do not overfill e For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting See OIL VISCOSITY CHART in the Maintenance section of this manual e To change engine oil see the Maintenance section in this manual ADD GASOLINE e Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck Do not overfill Use fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life Do not mix oil with gasoline Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness CAUTION Wipe off any spilled
38. mp surfaces 24 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 CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOLOR 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 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 mini mizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor Do not empty the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer ENGINE OIL Drain oil with engine warm and replace with clean engine oil See ENGINE in the Maintenance section of this manual CYLINDER S Remove spark plug s e 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 ne
39. older and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill e 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 inthe 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 ASSEMBLY ee Fig 37 Raise hood e Unsnap headlight wire connector e Stand in front of tractor Grasp hood at sides tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor e To replace reverse above procedure HOOD HEADLIGHT WIRE CONNECTOR SS me Si ASS SSSA CO ss WS SS LA SSS ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary If adjustment is nec essary see engine manual TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL The choke control has been preset at the factory and adjust ment should not be necessary If adjustment is necessary see engne manual TO ADJUST CARBURETOR Your carburetor is not adjustable If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems take your tractor to an authorized service center for repair and or adjustment 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 W
40. our local parts dealer Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion RETAINING WASHERS RING SQUARE KEY REAR e WHEEL ONLY Fig 34 TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal left to right when wheels are positioned straight forward remove steer ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual FRONT WHEEL TOE IN CAMBER Your new tractor front wheel toe in and camber is set at the factory and is normal The front wheel toe in and camber are not adjustable If damage has occurred to affect the factory set front wheel toe in or camber contact a qualified service center TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY See Fig 35 WARNING Lead acid batteries generate explosive gases Keep sparks flame and smoking materials away from batteries Always wear eye protection when around batteries If your battery is too weak to start the engine it should be recharged See BATTERY in the MAINTENANCE sec tion of this manual If jumper cables are used for emergency starting follow this procedure IMPORTANT YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12 VOLT SYSTEM THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT SYSTEM DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES e Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE terminal of each battery A B taking care not to short against tractor chassis e
41. r deck Buildup of grass leaves ortrash under mower 3 Clean underside of mower housing Bent blade mandrel 4 Replace blade mandrel Clogged mower deck ventholes from buildup 5 Clean around mandrels to open vent holes of grass leaves and trash around mandrels Mower blades will Obstruction in clutch mechanism 1 Remove obstruction not rotate Worn damaged mower drive belt 2 Replace mower drive belt Frozen idler pulley 3 Replace idler pulley Frozen blade mandrel 4 Replace blade mandrel Poor grass Engine speed too slow 1 Place throttle control in FAST position discharge Travel speed too fast 2 Shift to slower speed Wet grass 3 Allow grass to dry before mowing Mower deck not level 4 Level mower deck Low uneven tire air pressure 5 Check tires for proper air pressure Worn bent or loose blade 6 Replace blade Tighten blade bolt Buildup of grass leaves and trash under 7 Clean underside of mower housing mower Mower drive belt worn 8 Replace mower drive belt Blades improperly installed 9 Reinstall blades sharp edge down Improper blades used 10 Replace with blades listed in parts manual Clogged mower deck ventholes from buildup 11 Clean around mandrels to open vent holes of grass leaves and trash around mandrels Headlight s not Switch is OFF 1 Turn switch ON working Bulb s or lamp s burned out 2 Replace bulb s or lamp s if so equ
42. r operate machine in a closed area Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working 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 and remove any fuel soaked debris Allow machine to cool before storing If you strike a foreign object stop and inspect the machine Repair if necessary before restarting Never make any adjustments or repairs with the engine running Check grass catcher components and the discharge chute frequently and replace with manufacturer s rec ommended parts when necessary Mower blades are sharp Wrap the blade or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them Check brake operation frequently Adjust and service as required Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operat ing Stop machine if anyone enters the area Never carry passengers Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while backing Never carry children even with the blades shut off They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation Children who have been given rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing area for another ride and be run over or backed over by the machine Keep children out ofthe mowing area and in t
43. sence and reverse operation systems are working properly If your tractor does not function as described repair the problem immediately e The engine should not start unless the brake pedal is fully depressed and the attachment clutch control is in the disengaged position CHECK OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM e Whenthe engine is running any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake should shut off the engine e 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 e The attachment clutch should never operate unless the operator is in the seat CHECK REVERSE OPERATION ROS SYSTEM e When the engine is running with the ignition switch in the engine ON position and the attachment clutch engaged any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse should shut off the engine e When the engine is running with the ignition switch in the ROS ON position and the attachment clutch engaged any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse should NOT shut off the engine 02828 ENGINE ON POSITION NORMAL OPERATING ROS ON POSITION Fig 13 15 BLADE CARE For best results mower blade must be kept sharp Replace bent or damaged blade CAUTION Use only areplacement blade ap A proved by the manufacturer of your tractor Using a blade not approved by the manu facturer of your tractor is haz
44. stationary idler A and clutching idler B 5 Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides and keepers 6 Install mower See TO INSTALL MOWER section in this manual SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT See Fig 33 The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift lever is in neutral lock gate position The adjustmentis preset at the factory however ifadjustmentis needed proceed as follows e Make sure transaxle is in neutral NOTE When the tractor rear wheels move freely the transaxle is in neutral e Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the right rear wheel e Position the gear shift lever in the neutral position e Tighten adjustment bolt securely NOTE If additional clearance is needed to get to adjustment bolt move mower deck height to the lowest position GEARSHIFT TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS See Fig 34 e Block up axle securely e 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 y
45. te or paved area Place the attachment clutch control in the ENGAGED position to remove excess water and to help dry before putting the tractor away WARNING A broken or missing washout A fitting could expose you or others to thrown objects from contactwith the blade e Replace broken or missing washout fitting immediately prior to using mower again e Plug anyholesin mower with bolts and locknuts SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS Depress clutch brake pedal fully and set parking brake Place gearshift lever in neutral position re REMOVE MOWER See Fig 21 Place attachment clutch in DISENGAGED position e Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position e Roll belt off engine pulley M and belt keepers G e Remove retainer spring K slide collar L off and push housing guide P out of bracket e Remove clutch cable spring Q from idler arm R e Disconnect front link E from mower remove retainer spring and washer e Go to either side of mower and disconnect mower Suspension arm A from chassis pin B and rear lift link C from rear mower bracket D remove retainer springs and washers CAUTION AFTER REAR LIFT LINKS ARE DISCONNECTED THE ATTACH MENT LIFT LEVER WILL BE SPRING LOADED HAVE A TIGHT GRIP ON LIFT LEVER WHEN CHANGING POSITION OF THE LEVER e Slide mower out from under right side of tractor
46. trol Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes 1 Fold this page along dotted line indicated above 2 Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or other upright structure 3 Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure 4 Compare the angle of the fold with the slope of the hill 27 01 06 10 BAD Loa MCCULLOCH Printed in the U S A
47. urns to clear adjustment nut B e With a 3 4 or adjustable wrench turn front link adjust ment nut B clockwise tighten to raise the front of mower or counterclockwise loosen to lower the front mower LOOSEN ADJUST NUT B TO LOWER MOWER TIGHTEN ADJUST NUT B TO RAISE MOWER LOOSEN JAM NUT A FIRST Fig 30 NOTE Each full turn of the adjustment nut will change mower height about 1 8 e Recheck measurements adjust if necessary until front tip of blade is 1 8 to 1 2 lower than the rear tip e Hold adjustment nut in position with wrench and tighten jam nut securely against adjustment nut SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT See Fig 31 The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake BELT REMOVAL e Remove mower from tractor See TO REMOVE MOWER in this section of manual e Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys e Pull belt away from mower BELT INSTALLATION e Work belt around both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys e Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides e Install mower See TO INSTALL MOWER in this section of manual MANDREL IDLER i l al PULLEY PULLEYS MANDREL PULLEY Fig 31 TO CHECK BRAKE lf 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
48. w spark plug s OTHER 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 protective cover that does not retain moisture Do not use plastic Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and will cause your tractor to rust IMPORTANT NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM PROBLEM Will not start Hard to start Engine will not turn over Engine clicks but will not start Loss of power TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS Oo N ea p aS 10 11 12 13 14 15 eS eS SY 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 Engine valves out of 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 Clutch brake pedal not depressed Attachment clutch is engaged Weak or dead battery Blown fuse Corroded battery terminals Loose or damaged wiring Faulty ignition switch Faulty solenoid or starter Faulty operator presence switch es
49. which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury FREE WHEEL Automatic Models only CAUTION indicates a hazard which if not avoided might result in minor or moderate injury A CAUTION when used without the alert symbol indicates a situation that could result in damage to the tractor and or engine Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury or HOT SURFACES indicates a hazard which death The safety alert symbol pes f Not avoided could result in death serious injury lt and or property damage is used to identify safety inform io ation about hazards which can result in death serious injury and or property damage Gh FIRE indicates a hazard which if not avoided could result in death serious injury and or property damage OPERATION 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 Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute A ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER Used to raise lower and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor B CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine C PARKING BRAKE Locks clutch brake pedal into the
50. your garden hose to reach IMPORTANT Make certain the tractor s discharge chute is directed AWAY from your house garage parked cars etc Remove bagger chute or mulch cover if attached 2 Make sure the attachment clutch control is in the DISENGAGED position set the parking brake and stop the engine 3 Threadthe nozzle adapter packaged with your tractors Operator s Manual onto the end of your garden hose 4 Pull back the lock collar of the nozzle adapter and push the adapter onto the deck washout port at the left end of the mower deck Release the lock collar to lock the adapter on the nozzle HOSE NOZZLE ADAPTER WASHOUT IMPORTANT Tug hose ensuring connection is secure 5 Turn the water on 6 While sitting in the operator s position on the tractor re start the engine and place the throttle lever in the Fast ey position IMPORTANT Recheck the area making certain the area is Clear 7 Move the tractor s attachment clutch control to the EN GAGED position Remain inthe operator s position with the cutting deck engaged until the deck is cleaned 8 Move the tractors attachment clutch control to the DISENGAGED position Turn the ignition key to the STOP position to turn the tractor s engine off Turn the water off 9 Pull back the lock collar of the nozzle adapter to discon nect the adapter from the nozzle washout port 10 Move the tractor to a dry area preferably a concre
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