Full Product Manual

8
ASSEMBLY
To adjust the lapbar drive control levers forward/rearward, proceed as follows:
1. Rotate the knob (a) counter-
clockwise to loosen the knob
(a). See Figure 8.
2. Lift and rotate the lapbar drive
control lever into the desired
position.
3. Rotate the knob clockwise
to secure the lapbar drive
control lever into position. See
Figure 8.
4. If the lapbars do not line
up after making the knob
adjustment, loosen nuts (b),
align lapbars and retighten nuts. Once this fine adjustment is made, the
lapbars will align when using the knob adjustment. See Figure 7.
Lower Deck Discharge Chute Deflector
WARNING
Never operate the mower deck without the chute deflector installed and in
the down position.
Attaching the Chute Deflector (If Necessary)
1. Remove the keys attached with
a zip tie to the chute bracket.
2. Remove the flange lock nut
and hex screw from the deck.
3. Place the chute deflector on
the deck, be sure to insert the
tabs on the chute deflector
into the holes on the deck. See
Figure 9.
4. Slide the chute deflector
toward the rear of the tractor
until the bolt hole in the chute
deflector aligns with the hole
in the deck. See Figure 9.
5. Secure the chute deflector in place with the flange lock nut and hex screw
removed in step two. Tighten to 102-124 in-lbs (11.5-14 N-m). See Figure 9.
Skip ahead to “Setting Deck Wheels.”
Removing the Stop Bracket (If Necessary)
1. If the chute is shipped
attached and with a
stop bracket holding
the chute upright, the
stop brackets must
be removed prior to
operating the tractor.
2. Holding the chute
deflector fully
upward, remove the
stop bracket. Lower
the chute deflector
and discard the stop
bracket. See Figure 10.
(a)
Figure 8
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4
5
5
4
Figure 9
Figure 10
Setting Deck Wheels (If equipped)
Note: The deck wheels are an anti-scalp feature of the deck and are not designed to
support the weight of the cutting deck.
1. Move the tractor to a level surface, preferably pavement.
2. Check tire pressure, adjust, if necessary. See tire side wall for proper tire
pressure.
3. Make sure the deck is level side-to-side and properly pitched. See the Service
and Maintenance section for deck leveling information and instructions.
4. Place deck lift lever or knob in the desired mowing height position and lower
deck.
5. Check the wheels for contact or excessive clearance with the surface below.
Note: The deck wheels should have between ¼” (6.35mm) and ½” (12.7mm)
clearance above the ground.
6. Remove the lock nut (a)
gauge wheel (b) and
shoulder screw (c) from
the deck. See Figure 11.
7. Insert the shoulder screw
into one of four index
holes on deck wheel
bracket. Allow a ⁄⁄”
(6.35-12.7 mm)clearance
between the ground and
gauge wheel.
8. Note the index hole used on previously adjusted wheel. Repeat adjustment
on opposite side to align both gauge wheels.
Note: Refer to Adjusting the Deck section of this manual for more detail.
Battery Information
WARNING
California PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: Battery posts, terminals,
and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
WARNING
Should battery acid accidentally splatter into the eyes or onto the skin,
rinse the affected area immediately with clean cold water. Seek prompt
medical attention.
If acid spills on clothing, first dilute it with clean water, then neutralize
with a solution of ammonia/water or baking soda/water.
NEVER connect (or disconnect) battery charger clips to the battery while
the charger is turned on, as it can cause sparks.
Keep all sources of ignition (cigarettes, matches, lighters) away from the
battery. The gas generated during charging can be combustible.
As a further precaution, only charge the battery in a well ventilated area.
Always shield eyes and protect skin and clothing when working near
batteries.
Batteries contain sulfuric acid and may emit explosive gases. Use extreme
caution when handling batteries. Keep batteries out of the reach of
children.
CAUTION
When attaching battery cables, always connect the POSITIVE (Red) wire to
terminal first, followed by the NEGATIVE (Black) wire.
Note: The positive battery terminal is marked Pos. (+). The negative battery terminal is
marked Neg. (–).
(a)
(b)
(c)
Figure 11