Owner`s manual

ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS AND
BRACKETSTO MOWER DECK
The gauge wheels are designed to keep
the mower deck in proper position when
operating mower. Be sure they are prop-
erly adjusted to ensure optimum mower
performance.
1. Attach front gauge wheel brackets
marked front left (FL), front right (FR)
to mower deck using (3) cerdage bolts
and (3) Iocknuts. For ease of instal-
lation do not tighten Iocknuts until all
carriage bolts have been installed.
2. Attach roar gauge wheel brackets
marked rear left (R L), rear right (RR)
to mower deck using (3) carriage bolts
and (3) Iocknuts. For ease of instal-
lation do not tighten Iocknuts until all
carriage bolts have been installed.
3. Slide gauge wheel bar down into
bracket channel, Be sure that gauge
wheel bar aligning holes are on top.
Assemble gauge wheels as shown
using shoulder bolts, 3/8 washers and
3/8-16 center Iocknuts and tighten
securely.
4. For ease of mower to tractor assembly,
raise gauge wheels to highest position
and retain with clevis pins and spring
retainers.
NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels before oper-
ating mower. See "TO ADJUST GAUGE
WHEELS" in the Operation section of this
manual.
Retainer spring_ i_--_Crownlock Nut
Gaug:inw_
Mounting_ tl_ r.
Gauge "_ 1':'1 [1_
3/8-16 Center Locknut/ Carraige Bolts
CHECKTIRE PRESSURE
The tires on your tractor were overin-
flated at the factory for shipping purposes.
Correct tire pressure is important for best
cutting performance.
• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in
"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section
of this manual.
CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS
For best cutting results, mower should
be properly leveled. See "TO LEVEL
MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual.
CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION
OF ALL BELTS
See the figures that are shown for re-
placing motion, mower drive, and mower
blade drive belts in the Service and Ad-
justments section of this manual. Verify
that the belts are routed correctly.
CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM
After you learn how to operate your trac-
tor, check to see that the brake is properly
adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in
the Service and Adjustments section of
this manual.
•/ 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:
•/ All assembly instructions have been
completed.
/ No remaining loose parts in carton.
,/Battery is properly prepared and
charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).
/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight-
ened securely.
/ All tires are properly inflated. (For ship-
ping purposes, the tires were overin-
flated at the factory).
•/ Be sure mower deck is properly leveled
side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting
results. (Tires must be properly inflated
for leveling).
/ Check mower and drive belts. Be sure
they are routed properly around pulleys
and inside all belt keepers.
/ 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, regu-
lar unleaded gasoline.
,/Become familiar with all controls, their
location and function. Operate them
before you start the engine.
,I Be sure brake system is in safe operat-
1 ing condition.