Form No. 3329–399 Mid–Size Mower Proline Gear 15hp with 48 Side Discharge Mower Model No. 30195—Serial No.
Warning Installing the Shift Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Think Safety First . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Operating the Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Starting and Stopping the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Operating the Blade Control (PTO) . . . . . . . . . . . . The Safety Interlock System .
serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 illustrates the location of the model and serial numbers on the product. Improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner can result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury, comply with these safety instructions and always pay symbol, which means attention to the safety alert CAUTION, WARNING, or DANGER—“personal safety instruction.” Failure to comply with the instruction may result in personal injury or death.
• Check that operator’s presence controls, safety switches and shields are attached and functioning properly. Do not operate unless they are functioning properly. • Use care when loading or unloading the machine into or from a trailer or truck. • Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision. Operation • Never run an engine in an enclosed area. Maintenance and storage • Only operate in good light, keeping away from holes and hidden hazards.
• Mow slopes side to side. • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop the machine if anyone enters the area. DO NOT • Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. • Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees. • Avoid turning on slopes. If you must turn, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. • Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone.
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Safety and Instruction Decals Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or lost. 67-5360 1-403005 82-2280 54-9220 82-2290 66-1340 99-3943 1.
95-2814 98-3266 98-4387 1. Warning—wear hearing protection. 95-5537 1. Read the Operator’s Manual for instructions on operating the cutting blade 2. Push forward to engage 3. Pull back to disengage 98-5130 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual for instructions on torquing the blade bolt/nut to 75–80 ft.-lb.(102–106 N⋅m).
106-0699 99-3943 1.
Gasoline and Oil Warning Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Long-term exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and illness. Recommended Gasoline Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is not available. • Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors. • Keep face away from nozzle and gas tank or conditioner opening. • Keep gas away from eyes and skin.
Setup Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Loose Parts Note: Use the chart below to verify all parts have been shipped. DESCRIPTION QTY.
Installing the Front Casters 1 1. Align casters with holes on top and front of mower and insert 8 bolts (3/8 x 3/4 inch) through mower. Secure with 8 flange nuts (3/8 inch) below mower (Fig. 2). 5 6 Note: Tighten lower bolts first to pull caster against front, then top bolts last. 4 2. Torque bolts to 30–35 ft. lb. (40–47 N m). 3 2 4 1 m–6484 Figure 3 1. Upper handle 2. Rear frame 3. Bolt, 3/8 x 1 inch 4. Locknut, 3/8 inch 5. Low 6. High 3 2 4.
5. After adjusting control rods, check parking brake adjustment; refer to Servicing the Brake, page 32. 5 1 4 4 2 3 3 2 m–3782 1 Figure 5 1. Terminal 2. Clip 3. Plastic plug 4. Switch m–6482 Figure 7 Installing the Traction Control Rods 1. Control rod 2. Fixed control bar 3. Parking brake lever 1. Thread trunnions equal distance onto each control rod. For a starting point, thread on approximately 2 inch (51 mm) (Fig. 6). Connecting the Throttle Cable 2.
2. Remove hairpin cotters from bottom end of blade control rod (PTO) (Fig. 9). Note: Tighten left side of shift lever plate until it is completely tight and then unscrew locknut one full turn. This will allow the spring to work. 3. Secure blade control (PTO) rod through hole in bellcrank with hairpin cotters (Fig. 9). 1 10 5 9 4 2 6 3 3 4 m–3783 7 3 8 2 1 Figure 9 1. Blade control lever 2. Blade control rod 3. Bellcrank 4. Hairpin cotter m–5220 Figure 11 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
4. Torque nut to 35 ft–lb (47 N m). 1 6 5 1 2 4 3 4 2 4 Rear View 2 m–3772 Figure 13 1. Shift lever 2. Control panel 3. Rubber seal washer 4. Square hole washer 5. Spring washer 6. Locknut 3/8 3 m–5458 Figure 14 Adjusting the Shift Lever Plate 1. Shift lever, 2nd gear 2. Shift lever plate 1. Shift lever to second gear and check alignment of lever in slot of shifter lever plate. The clearance between top and bottom of the shift lever should be equal (Fig. 14). 5.
2 1 2 5 7 8 3 Figure 15 1. Caution 2. Wear hearing protection 6 1 4 Controls Become familiar with all the controls (Fig. 16) before you start the engine and operate the machine. 9 m–6482 Figure 16 Throttle Control – The throttle control has two positions: Fast and Slow. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Choke – Use the choke to start a cold engine. Bail – The bail, in conjunction with the PTO switch, allows the engine to be started with the PTO disengaged.
1 2 1 2 Figure 17 1. Upper control bar 2. Parking brake lock m–6482 Figure 18 1. Blade control (PTO) Starting and Stopping the Engine 2. Throttle lever 3. Set the parking brake. Starting the Engine 4. Pull wire off spark plug(s) to prevent possibility of someone accidentally starting the machine while transporting or storing machine. 1. Make sure spark plug wire(s) are installed on spark plug(s) and fuel valve is open. 5. Close the fuel shut off valve before transporting or storing machine. 2.
Testing the Safety Interlock System 2 1 Test the safety interlock system before you use the machine each time. If the safety system does not operate as described below, have an Authorized Service Dealer repair the safety system immediately. 3 1. Set the parking brake, disengage the PTO and place the throttle forward. Start the engine. With the engine running squeeze the bail against upper control bar and push the mower blade control lever forward. The mower blades begin rotating. m–6482 2.
Driving Backward 1 1. To go backward, move the shift lever to a reverse gear. 2. Release the parking brake; refer to Releasing the Parking Brake, page 18. 2 3. Slowly squeeze on the lower control bar and handle together to move rearward (Fig. 20). Operating the Lower Control Bar m-4185 This procedure is for driving up a curb. This can be performed while driving forward or backward. Figure 22 1. Lower Control Bar engaged and mower in reverse. 1. Disengage the mower blades. 2.
Danger 6 5 4 4 Without the grass deflector, discharge cover, or complete grass catcher assembly mounted in place, you and others are exposed to blade contact and thrown debris. Contact with rotating mower blade(s) and thrown debris will cause injury or death. 1 • Never remove the grass deflector from the 3 2 mower because the grass deflector routes material down toward the turf. If the grass deflector is ever damaged, replace it immediately. • Never put your hands or feet under the mower.
1 2 A B C D E m–3789 Figure 24 1. Axle pivot bolt 2. Axle adjustment bolt Adjusting the Caster Position 1. Using the height-of-cut chart, adjust the caster spacers to match with the axle hole selected (Fig. 25). 2. Remove clevis pin, slide caster from support and change spacers (Fig. 25). 3. Install caster in support and insert clevis pin (Fig. 25). 2 1 3 m–3791 Figure 25 1. Clevis pin 2. Spacer, 3/16 inch (5 mm) 3.
Height-of-Cut Chart No.
Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Important Refer to your engine operator’s manual for additional maintenance procedures.
Caution Someone could accidently start the engine and seriously injure you or other bystanders. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug(s) before you do any maintenance. Set the wire aside so that it does not accidentally contact the spark plug. Servicing the Cutting Blades To ensure a superior quality of cut, keep the blades sharp. For convenient sharpening and replacement, you may want to keep extra blades on hand.
6 5 4 4 MEASURE FROM CUTTING EDGE TO A LEVEL SURFACE 1 m–2539 3 Figure 28 2 2. Rotate the opposite ends of the blades forward. m–3779 3. Measure from a level surface to the cutting edge of the blades at the same position as in step 1 above. The difference between the dimensions obtained in steps 1 and 2 must not exceed 1/8 inch (3 mm). If this dimension exceeds 1/8 inch (3 mm), the blade is bent and must be replaced. Refer to Removing the Blades, and Installing the Blades on page 28. Figure 29 1.
Installing the Blades 3 4 1. Place the blade onto the bolt, over cone washer. Select proper number of spacer(s) for height-of-cut and slide bolt into spindle (Fig. 29). 2 ÔÔÔÔÔÔ ÔÔÔÔÔÔ ÔÔÔÔÔÔ ÔÔÔÔÔÔ ÔÔÔÔÔÔ Important The curved part of the blade must be pointing upward toward the inside of the mower to ensure proper cutting. 2. Install remaining spacer(s) and secure with thin washer and nut (Fig. 29). 5 1 3. Torque the blade bolt to 75–80 ft–lb (101–108 N m).
Cleaning the Paper Element Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SE/CC, SE, SF, or SG) 1. Lightly tap the element on a flat surface to remove dust and dirt (Fig. 34). Crankcase Capacity: with filter, 57.5 oz. (1.6 l); without filter, 51 oz. (1.4 l) Viscosity: Refer to the table below USE THESE SAE VISCOSITY OILS 1 2 m–4695 Figure 34 1. Paper element Checking the Engine Oil Level 2. Rubber seal 1. Park the machine on a level surface. 2.
Important Do not overfill the crankcase with oil and run the engine; engine damage can result. Note: Change the oil filter more frequently when the operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. Changing the Oil 1. Drain the oil from the engine; refer to Changing the Oil, page 30. 2. Remove the old filter (Fig. 37). 1. Start the engine and let it run five minutes. This warms the oil so that it drains better. 2.
Installing the Spark Plugs 1. Install the spark plugs and the metal washer. Ensure that the air gap is set correctly. 2. Tighten the spark plugs to 11 ft-lb (15 N.m). 3. Connect the wires to the spark plugs (Fig. 38). 1 Checking the Tire Pressure Service Interval/Specification m 4294 Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires as specified. Check the pressure at the valve stem after every 50 operating hours or monthly, whichever occurs first (Fig. 40).
Grease with No. 2 general purpose lithium base or molybdenum base grease. How to Grease 1. Disengage the blade control (PTO) and set the parking brake. 2. Clean the grease fittings with a rag. Make sure to scrape any paint off the front of the fitting(s). m–4731 3. Connect a grease gun to the fitting. Pump grease into the fittings until grease begins to ooze out of the bearings. Figure 43 4. Wipe up any excess grease. Servicing the Brakes Where to Add Grease Service Interval/Specification 1.
4. Pull the fuel line off the fuel filter (Fig. 45). Open fuel shut-off valve and allow gasoline to drain into a gas can or drain pan. 4. Check the brake operation again; refer to Checking the Brake, page 32. Important With the parking brake released, the rear wheels must rotate freely when you push the mower. If brake action and free wheel rotation cannot be achieved contact your service dealer immediately. Note: Now is the best time to install a new fuel filter because the fuel tank is empty.
7. Open the fuel shut-off valve at the fuel tank (Fig. 45). 1 2 3 1 2 4 m–3793 Figure 47 m–6486 1. Hairpin cotter 2. Brake rod Figure 46 1. Hose clamp 3. Shield 4. Drive belt 2. Filter Replacing the Traction Belt Checking the Belts 1. Disengage the PTO, turn the ignition key to off, and remove the key. Service Interval/Specification 2. Wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position and then chock or block tires.
1 1 3 4 3 4 2 2 2 m–4726 Figure 49 Figure 48 1. Idler in slot 2. Belt guide m–4731 1. Idler pulley 2. 1/2 inch (13 mm) deflection here 3. 1-3/8 inch (35 mm) 4. Mower belt 3. Assist arm 4. Front stop 8. Engage PTO lever and check the clearance between the bellcrank and the transmission output shaft (Fig. 50). Space should be 1/16–1/8 inch (2 mm–3 mm). Replacing the Mower Belt 1. Disengage the PTO, turn the ignition key to off, and remove the key. 9.
Adjusting the Mower Belt Tension Adjusting the Blade Brake 1. Disengage the PTO, turn the ignition key to off, and remove the key. Service Interval/Specification 2. Wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position and then chock or block tires. Check belt tension after the first 8 and 25 hours of operation. Check the belt tension every 50 hours. 3. If necessary, adjust the spring mounting bolts so that the blade brake pad rubs against the pulley edges (Fig. 52).
4 3 2 3 5 2 1 1 m–3776 6 Figure 53 1. Scraper 2. Locknut m–3781 Figure 54 3. Pulley 1. Deflector 2. Bolt 3. Deflector mount Replacing the Grass Deflector Warning An uncovered discharge opening could allow the lawn mower to throw objects in the operator’s or bystander’s direction and result in serious injury. Also, contact with the blade could occur. Never operate the lawn mower unless you install a cover plate, a mulch plate, or a grass chute and catcher. 1.
Wiring Diagram P2 IGNITION SWITCH 1 2 W5 J4 WIRE LIST DESIG. AWG COLOR W1 16 WHITE W2 16 WHITE W3 16 BLUE W4 16 BLACK W5 16 BLACK J2 MAG W1 J5 W4 W3 ROUTE J2 J4 J2 J3 P1–1 J5 P1–2 J1 J1 P2–1 1 P1 Cleaning and Storage W2 J1 GND 2 PTO A. Run engine to distribute conditioned fuel through the fuel system (5 minutes). 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO) and set the parking brake. B.
Troubleshooting Problem Engine g will not start, starts hard, or f il to keep fails k running. i Engine g loses power. Engine g overheats. Machine does not drive. Possible Causes Corrective Action 1. Fuel tank is empty. 1. Fill fuel tank with gasoline. 2. Choke is not on. 2. Move choke lever to on. 3. Air cleaner is dirty. 3. Clean or replace air cleaner element. 4. Spark plug wire is loose or disconnected. 4. Install wire on spark plug. 5.
Problem Abnormal vibration. Uneven cutting g height. g Blades do not rotate. Blades do not stop when disengaged. g g Possible Causes Corrective Action 1. Cutting blade(s) is/are bent or unbalanced. 1. Install new cutting blade(s). 2. Blade mounting bolt is loose. 2. Tighten blade mounting bolt. 3. Engine mounting bolts are loose. 3. Tighten engine mounting bolts. 4. Loose engine pulley, idler pulley, or blade pulley. 4. Tighten the appropriate pulley. 5. Engine pulley is damaged. 5.
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