Use and Care Manual

CAUTION: The machine can fall or slip from an unsafe lifting
device or supports.
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IMPORTANT: Place jack stands under frame, not under
transmission or engine, when raising or supporting
machine.
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2. Safely lift and support machine. Place safe lifting device under
transmission centered under machine frame point (A). Place jack
stands or other stable supports on each side (B) where mounting
bolts for frame come through. Block wheels remaining on the
ground to prevent machine movement.
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3. Remove plastic cap (C), snap ring (D), and washer (E).
4. Remove wheel.
IMPORTANT: Do not lose the shaft key. Key must be installed for
wheels to rotate and tractor to move.
5. Remove shaft key (F) (shown on end of transmission shaft), two
washers (G), except for model D105, and spacer (H).
CAUTION: Explosive separation of tire and rim parts is
possible when they are serviced incorrectly:
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6. Take wheel assembly to an authorized service dealer for repairs.
Installing
IMPORTANT: Do not lose the shaft key. Key must be installed for
wheels to rotate and tractor to move.
NOTE: Rear wheels are installed with valves to the outside.
1. Install two washers (G), except on model D105, spacer (H), and
shaft key (F).
2. Install rear wheel, washer (E), snap ring (D) and plastic cap (C).
3. Safely remove jack stands and lower machine.
Troubleshooting
Using Troubleshooting Chart
If you are experiencing a problem that is not listed in this chart, see your
authorized dealer for service.
When you have checked all the possible causes listed and you are still
experiencing the problem, see your authorized dealer.
Engine
IF CHECK
Poor Engine Performance Dirt in fuel system or fuel is old. Replace fuel
with fresh stabilized fuel. Obtain fuel from
another supplier before suspecting machine
problems. Suppliers blend fuels differently
and changing suppliers will generally solve
any performance problems.
Fuel blended with alcohol or ether may
contribute to performance problems by
causing gum and varnish deposits,
especially if fuel is stored for several weeks
or more. Obtain fresh fuel.
Engine Will Not Start Brake pedal not depressed.
Mower is engaged.
Spark plug wire is loose or disconnected.
Improper fuel.
Transmission is in reverse.
Plugged fuel lter.
Defective safety switch.
Electrical problem - See Electrical
Troubleshooting Section
Engine Is Hard To Start Carburetor is not adjusted properly or dirty.
Choke cable not adjusted properly.
Plugged fuel lter.
Faulty spark plug.
Stale or improper fuel.
Loose or corroded electrical connections.
Improper engine oil viscosity.
Engine Runs Unevenly Cooling ns plugged.
Loose electrical connections.
Choke or throttle cable sticking.
Fuel line or fuel lter plugged.
Stale or dirty fuel.
Improper fuel.
Air cleaner element plugged.
Engine Misses Under Load Faulty spark plug.
Stale or dirty fuel.
Plugged fuel lter.
Engine Vapor Locks Fuel tank vent plugged.
Dirt in fuel lter.
Cooling ns plugged.
Troubleshooting
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