Owner’s Manual ♦SET-UP ♦OPERATION ♦MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT: Read Safety Rules and Instructions Carefully PRINTED IN CANADA OGRM-7004
CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORT • LOCATE YOUR MODEL NUMBER AND SERIAL NUMBER which appears on your unit and record the information in the space provided below. IMPORTANT: You must have these numbers, along with the date and proof of purchase to receive warranty or service. • If you are having difficulty assembling this product or if you have any questions regarding the controls, operation or maintenance of this unit, please call an authorized dealer.
This unit has been inspected against the manufacturers quality check list. In case of a discrepancy, please call us. We will make every effort to ship the part(s) by courier within one working day of your call. IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine.
• Disengage blade(s), set parking brake, SLOPE OPERATION stop engine and wait until the blade(s) come to a complete stop before removing grass catcher, emptying grass, unclogging chute, removing any grass or debris, or making any adjustments. • Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip-over 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 not try to stabilize the machine by putt- • Never allow children under 14 years old to ing your foot on the ground. operate the machine. Children 14 years old and over should read and understand the operation instructions and safety rules in this manual and should be trained and supervised by a parent. • Do not use a grass catcher on steep slopes. • Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced trac- tion could cause sliding. TOWING • Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill.
low engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling. h. Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than ½ inch below bottom of filler neck to allow space for fuel expansion. • Replace the blade(s) with the original equipment manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in this manual. “Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety!” i. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely. j.
15º ING ENT RES REP DANGER ED L INE, DOT T A 15 o PE SLO OR A FENCE POST Operate WALK-BEHIND mowers across the face of slopes, never up and down slopes. Operate RIDING mowers up and down slopes, never across the face of slopes. SAFETY LABEL Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess excess of 15 degrees ( a rise of approximately 2½ feet every 10 feet). A riding mower could overturn and cause serious injury.
This owner’s manual covers various models of lawn tractors. The units illustrated may vary slightly from your unit. Follow only those instructions which pertain to your model lawn tractor. IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE. Check oil before starting engine. Do not overfill. After assembly, service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit.
• Select desired position for the seat, and NOTE: If the openings on each end of the steering bellow are two different sizes, the smaller end goes down against the dash of the lawn tractor. secure with the two hex screws/knobs removed. Do not overtighten. See Figure 3. Shipping Brace Removal • Position the front wheels of the tractor so WARNING: Make sure the tractor’s engine is off, remove the key from the ignition switch and apply the tractor’s parking brake before removing the shipping brace.
Carriage Bolt Cupped Washer Wing nut Discharge Chute in Proper Operating Position FIGURE 5 FIGURE 6 • Install the mulch plug and secure it in Mulching Plug CHOKE CONTROL place with the carriage bolt, cupped washer and plastic wing nut as illustrated in Figure 6. On some models, moving the throttle lever all the way forward activates the engine’s choke control. On all other models the choke control can be found on the left side of the dash panel and is activated by pulling the knob outward.
ABCD- H D A E B C EFG- F HG Clutch-brake Pedal Choke Control Throttle Control Lever Deck engagement/ Lift Lever (PTO) Ignition Switch Shift Lever Speed Control Lever/Parking Brake Seat Adjustment Lever (optional) FIGURE 7 NOTE: The deck engagement/lift lever must be in the disengaged (BLADES STOP) position when starting the engine, when traveling in reverse and if the operator leaves the seat.
SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM WARNING: Read, understand, and follow all instructions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating. WARNING • GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES NOT ACROSS - AVOID SUDDEN TURNS. This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system for the protection of the operator. If the interlock system should ever malfunction, do not operate the tractor. Contact an authorized service dealer.
NOTE: If any problems are encountered, refer to the Trouble Shooting Chart. WARNING: Before leaving the operator’s position for any reason, disengage the blades, place the speed control lever in neutral, engage the parking brake, shut engine off and remove the key. • If the blades are engaged, place the deck engagement/lift lever in the BLADES STOP position.
MOWING MULCHING Some, NOT ALL, models come equipped with a mulch kit which incorporates special blades, already standard on your tractor, in a process of recirculating grass clippings repeatedly beneath the cutting deck. The ultra-fine clippings are then forced back into the lawn where they act as a natural fertilizer. Observe the following points for the best results when mulching.
NOTE: Check the tractor’s tire pressure before performing any deck leveling adjustments. Refer to Tires later in this section for further information regarding tire pressure. The front of the cutting deck is supported by two lift links that can be adjusted to level the deck from both front to rear & side to side. The front of the deck should be between 1/4-inch and 3/8-inch lower than the rear of the deck.
Compression Spring Hex Nut Stabilizer Shaft Assembly Transmission Disengagement Rod Brake Disc R, FIGURE 9 FIGURE 10 • Remove the hairpin clip which secures the right side of the transmission in the rear of the tractor. Adjust if necessary as follows: Looking at the transmission from the right side of the tractor, locate the compression spring and brake disc. See Figure 10. disengagement rod to the stabilizer shaft assembly. See Figure 10.
• Remove the cover panel and locate the 3 xim /4" um Ma speed control rod. See Figure 14. NOTE: There is a small yellow wire connected to a spring switch on the underside of the cover panel. Be careful not to damage it when removing the panel. • Remove the hairpin clip which secures the speed control rod’s ferrule to the speed bracket. See Figure 14. At the factory, the speed control rod is adjusted so that 5/8-in. of the rod is exposed beyond the ferrule.
speed control lever into neutral position, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting. • Make certain the steering wheel is in posi- tion for straight-ahead travel before again taking measurements. Continue to repeat the steps above until a proper adjustment is achieved. CLEANING THE ENGINE AND DECK • Secure the tie rod to the right axle with the Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be wiped off promptly.
• Service the oil filter (if so equipped) as in- structed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit. Fill Tube Perform the above steps in the opposite order after oil has finished draining. • Refill the engine with new motor oil. IMPORTANT: Refer to the separate engine manual packed with your unit for information regarding the quantity and proper weight of motor oil.
• Using a spring puller (Part No. 732-0571)or other suitable tool, disconnect the spring which is attached to a small hook found on the left, rear portion of the transmission. See Figure 18. Hook • Place the deck engagement/lift lever in the BLADES STOP position. • Locate the two belt keeper pins, found on either side of the engine pulley, and use a 1/4-inch socket wrench to remove them from the lower frame. See Figure 19.
CUTTING BLADES Hex Flange Nut WARNING: Be sure to shut the engine off, remove ignition key, disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting before removing the cutting blade(s) for sharpening or replacement. Protect your hands by using heavy gloves or a rag to grasp the cutting blade. WARNING: Periodically inspect the blade adapter and/or spindle for cracks or damage, especially if you strike a foreign object. Replace immediately if damaged.
TIRES WARNING: Batteries give off an explosive gas while charging. Charge battery in a well ventilated area and keep away from an open flame or pilot light as on a water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliances. Recommended operating tire pressure is approximately 10 p.s.i. Maximum tire pressure under any circumstances is 30 p.s.i. Equal tire pressure should be maintained on all tires. When installing a tire to the rim, be certain rim is clean and free of rust.
Springs Self-Tapping Screws Belt Guards FIGURE 24- 42-inch deck shown FIGURE 26 Stabilizer Rod Drive Belts (Upper and Lower) Hairpin Clip NOTE: The engine pulley must be removed from the engine’s crankshaft in order to change the tractor’s drive belts. Doing so requires an air/impact wrench. It is recommended that both belts be changed at the same. • Place the deck engagement/lift lever in the engaged (all the way forward) position.
OFF-SEASON STORAGE WARNING: Never store the machine or fuel container indoors where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as on water heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliance. Flange Nut WARNING: Use a fuel stabilizer additive or drain the fuel into an approved container outdoors, away from an open flame. Allow engine to cool. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition prior to draining fuel.
ATTACHMENTS & ACCESSORIES The following attachments and accessories are compatible for Lawn Tractor Models 660-668. See the retailer from which you purchased your tractor, an authorized Service Dealer for information regarding price and availability. Lawn tractor models 660-688 are NOT designed for use with any type of ground-engaging attachments (e.g. tiller or plow).
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM Engine will not crank. POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION Safety switch button not depressed There are two switches in the starting circuit of your unit: the clutch pedal switch and the deck lift lever switch. Make certain the actuator is fully depressing the buttons on each switch. Battery installed incorrectly The battery must be installed with negative terminal attached to black ground wire. Negative terminal is identified at the post by “NEG”, “N” or “ – “.
THREE (3) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For three (3) years from the date of original purchase of our products, we will either repair or replace, at its option, free of charge, F.O.B. Factory or authorized service firm, any part found to be DEFECTIVE IN MATERIAL and WORKMANSHIP for the original purchaser. all transportation charges on parts submitted for replacement under this warranty must be paid by the purchaser unless return is requested by the manufacturer.
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