TRACTOR Model 425014X92E (96014000100) INSTRUCTION BOOK Read and keep this book for future reference. This book contains important information on SAFETY, ASSEMBLY, OPERATION, MAINTENANCE PRODUCT & STORAGE. INFORMATION The owner must be certain that all the product information is included with the unit. This information includes the INSTRUCTION BOOKS, the REPLACEMENT PARTS and the WARRANTIES. This information must be included to make sure state laws and other laws are followed.
Warranty ................................................ Safety Rules .......................................... Product Specifications ........................... Assembly/Pre-Operation ....................... Operation ............................................. 2 3 6 8 11 Maintenance Maintenance Schedule ........................ ........................................ 17 17 Service and Adjustments ..................... Storage ................................................ Troubleshooting ....
This instruction bookis written for a person with somemechanicalability.Likemostservice books, not all the steps are described. Steps on how to loosen or tighten fasteners are steps anyone can follow with some mechanical ability. Read and follow these instructionsbeforeyou use the unit. Know your product: If you understandthe unitandhowthe unitoperates,youwillgetthe bestperformance.As you readthis manual, comparethe illustrationsto the unit. Learn the locationandthe functionof the controls.
• • • • • • • • • • • • • Never direct discharged material toward anyone. Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet back toward the operator. Stop the blades when crossing gravel surfaces. Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, discharge guard, or other safety devices in place and working. Slowdown before turning. Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting.
• • • • Nevercarry children,evenwith the bladesshut off. They may fall off and be seriously injuredor interferewith safe machineoperation.Children who havebeen given rides in the past may suddenlyappearin the mowingarea for another ride and be run over or backedover by the machine. Neverallow childrento operate the machine. Use extra care when approachingblind corners,shrubs, trees,or other objects that may blockyour view of a child. • • • IV.
• • • • • Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operating. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. Never carry passengers. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. Never carry children, even with the blades shut off. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation.
Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) 5/16 Lock Washer (1) Large Flat Washer Extension Shaft (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x4 _ _] , _ b Steering Wheel , Adapter Steering Boot Steering ,.
Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. TOOLS REQUIRED ASSEMBLY Insert FOR 5/16 Hex Bolt A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes you need are listed below.
7. Slide seat until a comfortableposition is reachedwhich allowsyou to press clutch/brakepedal all the way down. 8. Get off seat without movingits adjusted position. 9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely. TO ROLL Operation TRACTOR section OFF for SKID location (See and function of controls) 1. Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. 2. Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal. 3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. 4.
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE J CHECKL IS T The tires on your tractor were overinflated 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. 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.
These symbols may appear on your tractor Learn and understand their meaning. R N H L REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW or in literature supplied with the product.
KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Attachment Clutch Lever Ignition Switch "ON" Position Light Switch Lift Lever Throttle/Choke Control Pedal _gBrake Lever Gearshift Lever Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.
The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TO SET PARKING TRACTOR • Never use choke to stop engine.
• The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better look- REVERSE ing lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. • For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively high; the second TO OPERATE to desired ,41_WARNING: SYSTEM (ROS) Backing up with the at- tachment clutch engaged while mowing is strongly discouraged.
TO OPERATE ON HILLS BEFORE _I:_WARNING: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do not drive across any slope. Use the slope guide provided at the back of this manual. • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills. CHECK ADD AND OTHER GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank to bottom position of filler neck. Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane.
TO START ENGINE MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has already been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the tractor.
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TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when forming any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION ROS "ON" Position per- Engine "ON" Position (Normal Operating) If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be checked and adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments TIRES section of this manual). • Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual).
4. Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown. 5. Tighten blade bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. torque). IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is heat treated. If bolt needs replacing, replace only with approve bolt shown in the Repair Parts. Trailing Edge Up Flat Washer Lock • Keep small vent holes open. • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers.
Change the oil after every 25 eration or at least once a year tor is not used for 25 hours in Check the crankcase oil level CLEAN hours of opif the tracone year. before Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. starting the engine and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level.
_b ARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS VICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. INJURY, Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms. Slide mower out from under tractor. IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than the mower deck is to be mounted on the from the right side of tractor. 1. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 2. Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its lowest position. 3. Roll belt off engine pulley. 4. Remove small retainer spring, and remove clutch spring off pulley bolt. 5.
To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position. Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure distance "D" directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown. • Before making any necessary adjustments, check that both front links are equal in length. • If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same length as other link.
TO REPLACE BELT MOWER BLADE DRIVE TO CHECK 1. 2. 3. - Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of manual). Work belt off both mandrel pulleys idler pulleys. Pull belt away from mower. BELT INSTALLATION 1. 2. 3. BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle.
TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT TRANSAXLE GEAR TRAL ADJUSTMENT Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest. BELT REMOVAL - Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of manual). NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt 5. rear of tractor. Remove belt upwards from transaxle pulley by deflecting belt keepers. Remove belt from center span keeper and pull belt away from tractor.
TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS TO REMOVE ORDER - 1. 2. Block up axle securely. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheels have a square key - Do not lose). 3. Repair tire and reassemble. NOTE: On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square key. 4. Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove. 5. Replace axle cover.
TO REPLACE 1. 2. HEADLIGHT Raise hood. Pull bulb holder BULB TO REMOVE SEMBLY out of the hole in the cause running, AND GRILL AS- 1. Raise hood. 2. Unsnap headlight wire connector. 3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor. backside of the grill. 3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. 4. Close hood.
blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. • Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and letting it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. • Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. • Use fresh fuel next season.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start Hard to start Engine will not turn over Out of fuel. 2. 3. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. Engine flooded. 4. 5. 6. 7 Bad spark plug. Dirty air filter. Dirty fuel filter. Water in fuel. 8. 9. Loose or damaged wiring. Carburetor out of adjustment. 10. Contact a qualified center/department. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Dirty air filter. Bad spark plug. Weak or dead battery. Dirty fuel filter. Stale or dirty fuel. 6. 7. Loose or damaged wiring.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Loss of power (continued) CHART CAUSE 3. CORRECTION Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 3. 4. 5. 6. Dirty air filter. Low oil level/dirty oil. Faulty spark plug. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Dirty fuel filter. Stale or dirty fuel. 7. 8. 9. Water in fuel. 9. plug wire loose. 10. 10. Spark 11. 12. 13. 14. Dirty engine air screen/fins. Dirty/clogged muffler. Loose or damaged wiring. Carburetor out of adjustment 15. Engine valves adjustment.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM Mower blades will not rotate CORRECTION CAUSE 1. Obstruction mechanism• 1. Remove obstruction• in clutch 2. Poor grass discharge Worn/damaged mower drive belt. 3. Frozen idler pulley• 4. Frozen blade mandrel• 2. Replace 3. 4. Replace idler pulley. Contact a qualified service center/department. 1. Engine speed too slow. 1. Place throttle 2. Travel speed 3. Wet grass. too fast. 2. 3. 4. 5. Mower deck not level• Low/uneven tire air 4. 6.
TRACTOR SCHEMATIC - -MODEL NUMBER 425014X92E (96014000100) BATTERY E olllll, SOLENOID A_METEn STARTER FUSE (OPTIONAL) rO i :0_ i i i i (PEDAL UP) CLUTCH/BRAKE BLAOK BLACK GRAY REVERSE r 8LACK ff SWITCH SHORTING I i - I' ..... IGNITION UNIT BLUE CONNECTOR NOT IN REVERSE _SPARKPLUG_ J - (2 PLUGS ON TWIN CYL.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 425014X92E (96014000100) ELECTRICAL I I I 42 I I I i i I I I f 26 i \ 16 34 \ \ \ \ i - - --T / I i 16_ r ....
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 425014X92E ELECTRICAL (96014000100) KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 163465 74760412 Battery Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 8 16 21 22 24 25 26 27 28 29 176689 176138 175688 4152J 4799J 146147 175158 73510400 4207J 192749 Box Battery Fender Switch, interlock Harness Asm Light W/4152j Bulb Light #1156 Cable Battery 6 Ga. 11" red Cable Battery 6 Ga. w/16 wire red Fuse 20 AMP Nut, Keps Hex 1/4-20 unc Cable Ground 6 Ga.
TRACTOR - - MODEL CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES NUMBER 425014X92E (96014000100) 29 212 28 39 30 18 \ 278 25 26 207 26 209 209 33 10 208 34 26 38_ 34 4 Chassis-AFpha Stlt 3
TRACTOR - - MODEL CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES NUMBER 425014X92E (96014000100) KEY NO. PART NO. 1 2 5 9 10 11 13 14 17 18 24 25 26 28 174619 176554 155272 193510X010 72140608 174996 172105X010 17490608 187559X505 184921 74780616 19131312 73800600 187598 29 30 187567X599 192526X505 Chassis Stamping Drawbar Bumper Hood/Dash Dash Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 Panel, Dash, L.H. Panel, Dash, R.H. Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 Hood Assembly Bumper Hood Large 1.75 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1 Gr.
TRACTOR GROUND DRIVE - - MODEL NUMBER 425014X92E (96014000100) 26 27 drive-fender.
TRACTOR GROUND DRIVE KEY PART NO. NO. - - MODEL NUMBER DESCRIPTION Peerless 206-544C 425014X92E KEY PART NO. NO.
TRACTOR - - MODEL STEERING ASSEMBLY NUMBER 425014X92E (96014000100) J 67 67 J 47 67 \ 65 _ 3 32 43 15 • _ .....
TRACTOR - - MODEL STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY NO. NUMBER PART NO. 425014X92E (96014000100) DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 186780 175131 169840 169839 6266H 121748X 19272016 Steering Wheel Axle Assembly Spindle Assembly, L.H. Spindle Assembly, R.H. Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened Washer 25/32 x 1-518 x 16 Ga. Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 425014X92E (96014000100) ENGINE 72 62 / 81 13 4 78_ I 38 14 78 33 37 33 29 OPTIONAL 23 EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester engine-bs=lcyF 40 38
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 425014X92E (96014000100) ENGINE KEY NO. PART NO. 1 2 3 170551 17720408 4 13 14 23 25 29 31 32 33 37 38 40 44 45 46 62 72 78 81 137352 165291 148456 169837 167994 137180 187750 140527 123487X 137040 181654 124028X 17670412 17000612 19091416 10010500 71070512 17060620 73510400 NOTE: DESCRIPTION Control, Throttle/Choke Screw, Hex Head, Thread Engine, Briggs Model No. 282H07 (Order Muffler Gasket Tube Drain Oil Easy Shield Brn/Dbr Guard Clutch Cable Asm.
TRACTOR SEAT ASSEMBLY - - MODEL NUMBER 425014X92E (96014000100) 5 11 12 seat_It.knob_9 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 188705 180166 71110616 19131610 145006 73800600 124181X 17000616 19131614 180186 166369 174648 DESCRIPTION Seat Bracket, Bolt Washer Pivot, Seat 13/32 x 1 x 10 Ga. Clip, Push-In Nut Hinged Spring, Seat Screw 318-16 x 1-1/2 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga. Pan, Seat Knob Seat Bracket, Switch Mounting KEY NO. PART NO.
DECALS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 425014X92E (96014000100) lO 20 13 KEY NO. PART NO. 1 2 3 5 7 10 11 13 14 193308 184769 198348 194691 198358 157002 179128 198350 160396 WHEELS 13 DESCRIPTION Decal Decal Decal Decal Decal Decal Decal Decal Decal Oper. instr. HP Engine Hood Hood Replacement Hood Side Fender Danger Deck "B" 42" Chassis V-Belt Schematic KEY NO. PART NO.
TRACTOR LIFT ASSEMBLY - - MODEL NUMBER 425014X92E (96014000100) 7 6 5 13 19 13 18 2O 19 15 32 44
TRACTOR LIFT ASSEMBLY - -MODEL NUMBER 425014X92E (96014000100) KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 11 12 13 15 16 17 159460 159471 105767X 12000002 19211621 120183X 109413X 122365X 139865 139866 4939M 173288 73350800 175689 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly Shaft Assembly, Lift Pin, Groove E-Ring Washer 21/32 x 1 x21 Ga. Bearing, Nylon Grip, Handle Button, Plunger, Red Link, Lift, L.H. Link, Lift, R.H.
TRACTOR MOWER DECK - - MODEL NUMBER 425014X92E (96014000100) 67 31 30 34 21 23 24 25 26 2 \.
TRACTOR MOWER DECK KEY NO. PART NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 10 165892 72140506 138017 165460 4939M 178024 850857 10030600 140296 11 138971 -- 134149 -- 139775 13 14 15 16 18 19 20 21 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 137645 128774 110485X 174493 72140505 132827 159770 73680500 177563 105304X 123713X 110452X 130968X428 19111016 131491 173984 187690 153535 178342 - - MODEL NUMBER 425014X92E KEY NO. PART NO.
SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL ol 15 DEGREES MAX. _ down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow ARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate tractor and slopes greater than 15 degrees. Make turns your gradually to up prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. ii[i_!!iiHi!!!!i! ..............................................................................................
This product has been expertly engineered and carefully manufactured quality standards. As with all mechanical products, some adjustments replacement may be necessary For Parts and Service, • contact during the life of your unit. our authorized distributor: For replacement parts, have available the following a. Model Number / Manufacturer's I.D. Number b. Description For Technical of part.
