Manual

NOTE: If you have operated the tractor for a long
period, check the fluid level of the battery as it can
overheat and lose fluid.
Chargingthe Battery
The engine isequipped with an alternator which
charges battery when tractor is operated. Under normal
conditions, the battery only needs to be charged before,
during and after off-season storage. Follow the
instructions under "Off-Season Storage."
• To charge the battery: Battery P/N 725-1705D--
Charge at 2-3 amps for one hour. Battery P/N 725-
1707D, 725-0453G, 725-1750, and 725-1706--
Charge at 6 amps for one hour.
Removing/ Re-InstallingtheBattery
WARNING: When removing or installing
the battery, follow these instructions to
prevent the screwdriver from shorting against
the frame.
• Removing the Battery: Disconnect negative cable
first, then positive cable.
• Installing the Battery: Connect positive cable first,
then negative cable.
JumpStarting
• First, connect end of one jumper cable to the
positive terminal of the good battery, then the other
end to the positive terminal of the dead battery.
• Connect the other jumper cable to the negative
terminal of the good battery, then to the frame of
the unit with the dead battery.
_, WARNING: Failure to use this procedure
could cause sparking, and the gas in either
battery could explode.
Cleanthe Battery
Clean the battery by removing it from the unit and
washing with a baking soda and water solution. If
necessary, scrape the battery terminals with a wire
brush to remove deposits. Coat terminals and exposed
wiring with grease or petroleum jelly to prevent
corrosion.
BatteryFailures
Some common causes for battery failure are: incorrect
initial activation, lack of water, adding chemicals other
than water after initial activation, undercharging,
overcharging, corroded connections, freezing. These
failures do not constitute warranty work.
Tires
• Maximum tire pressure under any circumstances is
30 p.s.i. Equal tire pressure should be maintained
on all tires. Check tire sidewalls for proper inflation.
• When installing a tire to the rim, be certain rim is
clean and free of rust. Lubricate both the tire and
rim generously. Never inflate to over 30 p.s.i, to
seat beads.
WARNING: Excessive pressure (over 30
p.s.i.) when seating beads may cause tire/rim
assembly to burst with force sufficient to
cause serious injury.
CleaningEngineandDeck
• Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be
wiped off promptly. Grass, leaves, and other dirt
must not be allowed to accumulate around the
cooling fins of the engine or on any part of the
machine. Clean the underside of the deck after
each mowing.
FuelFilter
• Your unit is equipped with a replaceable in-line fuel
filter. Replace filter whenever contamination or
discoloration is noticed. Order replacement filter
through an authorized engine service dealer.
BeltReplacement
DeckBelt
• Remove the deck from the tractor following
instructions on pages 10-12 in reverse order.
Left Hand
PulleyCover
Belt
Guard
Right Hand
Pulley Cover
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Diagonal
Deck Stabilizer Brace
Figure 30
• Remove the left hand pulley cover by unhooking
the spring and removing five self-tapping screws.
See Figure 30.
• Remove the first drive belt.
• Remove the right hand pulley cover by removing
three self-tapping screws.
• Pivot the spring-loaded idler and lift the belt.
• Remove the belt from around the three deck
pulleys.
• Reassemble new belts in reverse order.
FrontDrive Belt
• Depress the clutch pedal and set parking brake.
• Remove the deck from the tractor
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