ENGLISH FORM NO. 3315-394 EN MODEL NO.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Page SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES ~ RIDING VEHICLES ..o 1 General Fuel/Fire Precautions . Equipment Use And Operation Stability/Tip Over/Traction Attachment Use Maintenance SPECIFICATIONS .. ...vixens 4 MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER LEGATIONS . 5 OWNER REGISTRATION AND WARRANTY 5 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS .. .. 6 REVERBERATION Chick The Fuel Check The Ot Check The Safety Interlock System . .. Adjusting The Seat OPERATING i Starting The Engine Using The Throttle Control ..
A CAUTION follow these Instructions carefully. the tractor seat, This symbol marks important instructions concerning your personal safety. To avoid injury, read and ‘When the manual refers to the left or right side of the vehicle, it means your left or right when sitting on SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES—RIDING VEHICLES GENERAL 1. This machine can amputate hands and feet and throw objects that can cause injury and damage.
SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES—RIDING VEHICLES 28. Allow the engine to cool before storing it in any enclosure. 28, To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine and attachments free of grass, leaves or excessive grease. 30. Battery acid is a poise and can cause bums. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothes and protect your face, eyes and clothing when working around the battery. 31. Battery gases can explode. Keep cigarettes, sparks and flames away from battery. EQUIPMENT USE AND OPERATION 32.
SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES—RIDING VEHICLES 54, Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment. A. Use only approved draw bar hitch points. B. Limit loads to those you can safely control. €. Do not tum sharply. Use care when backing. D. Use counterweight(s) or wheel weights when suggested in the operator's manual. ATTACHMENT USE §8. When using attachments, never direct the discharge of material toward bystanders, nor allow anyone near the vehicle while it operates.
SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE: TRACTOR ENGINE RATED DISPLACEMENT BORE STROKE MODEL MODEL* H.p*> in/mm IGNITION 312-8 MS128 12 Electronic 416-8 pp§ i6 Electronic * M = Kohl er and P = TOR POWER PLUS. Basic engine medal number shown; specification and serial numbers from engine LD. plate are required to identify the engine. +* Engine manufacturer’s rating at 3600 RPM. 8-SPEED TRANSMISSION: GROUND SPEED (AT FULL THROTTLE): Gear Low Range High Range 1st 0.4 mph (0.6 kmh) 1.6 mph (2.6 kmh) 2nd 0.6 mph (1.0 kmh) 2.
MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS Mabel and serial numbers identify your new tractor and major attachments. Always refer 1o these numbers when consulting your dealer or factory about service, parts, or other information. If the plates showing the mode and serial numbers are removed during repair operations, they should always be replaced. The tractor vehicle identification number plate is just below the seat on the rear fender.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS I\ | fr gr Freeway gaslight” Lute | 1. INDICATOR LIGHTS The indicator light test switch checks the light bulbs and electrical circuits. Push on the test switch 1o tum fights “On” or “Flashing.” If a light is out, check the wiring and replace circuit board (or the bulb assembly on the Model 310} as outlined in the Maintenance section of this manual.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 7. THE CLUTCH PEDAL Pushing down on the clutch pedal does two things: (1) it DE-clutches the transmission drive bat from the engine; (2) It actuates a safety interlock switch so the starter will operate. Engage the clutch by releasing the pedal. Always release the pedal slowly when engaging the clutch. Always depress the pedal when shifting the transmission into or out of gear and when starting the engine.
BEFORE OPERATION gf CHECK THE FUEL THE TOR COMPANY STRONGLY RECOMMENDS USING ONLY FRESH, CLEAN UNLEADED REGULAR GRADE GASOLINE. UNLEADED GASOLINE BURNS CLEANER, EXTENDS ENGINE LIFE AND PROMOTES GOOD STARTING BY REDUCING BUILD-UPS OF COMBUSTION CHAMBER DEPOSITS, IF UNLEADED GASOLINE IS NOT AVAILABLE, YOU CAN USE LEADED GAS. NEVER USE METHANOL, GASOLINE CONTAINING METHANOL OR MORE THAN 10% ETHANOL, GASOLINE ADDITIVES, PREMIUM GASOLINE OR WHITE GAS BECAUSE THE ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM MAY BE DAMAGED.
BEFORE OPERATION " CHECK THE OIL To protect your tractor's engine, check the il level before each use. The 312-8 models have a low-oil safely switch that will not allow the engine to start when the oil is low and the ignition switch is in the ON position. Complete information on recommended oils and how 10 check the oil level is in the "Maintaining Your Tractor” section of this manual.
OPERATING A CAUTION Before starling the engine, become familiar with all controls. Read this manual thoroughly. Also, always check the engine's olt level before starting. A DANGER Take care to avoid inhaling exhaust gases because they contain carbon monoxide gas, which is colorless and odorless. Carbon monoxide is a dangerous gas that can cause unconsciousness and death. Do NOT run the engine in confined areas such as a closed garage.
OPERATING TO CHANGE SPEEDS OR DIRECTION Before changing ground speed or direction, always bring the tractor to a complete halt by depressing both the clutch and brake pedals. IMPORTANT: Never try to shift gears when the unit is moving. Severe internal transmission damage may result. Change the gear shift selector as you desire. Ground speed for each gear is shown in the Specifications section in this manual.
USING ATTACHMENTS A CAUTION Read the manuals provided with attachments before using them. These manuals give a more detailed description of operation and stress other areas of caution. Familiarize yourself thoroughly with equipment before using it. ATTACHMENT MOUNTING HITCHES Ta ch-a-matic fret and mid hitches provide easy attachment installation and removal without tools.
USING ATTACHMENTS Belt Routing — Both belt strands are outside the rod housing 4703885 assure o, Belt Routing — One belt strand is OUTSIDE, and one strand is insensible the rod housing Because of your tractor's engine power, you should not have any problems using attachments under normal conditions. On rough, hilly or wet terrain, wheel weights and tire chains will reduce rear tire slippage. Alf tires may be fluid filled. USING A MOWER A WARNING Keep all shields and the mower discharge chute in place.
USING ATTACHMENTS USING A SNOW, DOSSER OR GRADER BLADE Although the grant-end dosser blade is usually used for snow removal, you can also use it to move dint, sand or gravel. Be careful and maintain a slow ground speed whenever you use the blade. Striking & solid object could injure you and damage the blade. Grader blades are usually preferred for leveling sand, dint or gravel. Using these blades Is similar to using a dosser blade.
USING ATTACHMENTS USING A REAR BEGGAR An optional rear-mount grass catcher can affect how the tractor operates. Because of the added weight of the beggar and the extra power required, operate the tractor in a lower transmission gear. CAUTION ¥ the tiller starts to push the tractor, shut the tiler off immediately by disengaging the PTO clutch, Under normal usage, grass catcher bag material will deteriorate and wear. Check it often to see if it needs 1o be replaced.
MAINTENANCE Acton To minimize chance of injury, do all maintenance and adjustments on your tractor with the engine off and the Ignition key removed, unless instructed otherwise. Use extreme care when working near operating machinery. Do not wear loose fitting clothing. Remove your watch and any jewelry before beginning work and observe comment safety practices when using tools. MAINTENANCE CHECK LIST Note: These service intervals are considered MAXIMUM under normal conditions.
MAINTENANCE ENGINE aide COOLING Check the chaff screen and the rotating screen behind ihe chat screen on the engine each time you use the tractor. Restricted air flow through the engine can cause overheating and engine damage. ™ OIL For maximum engine protection in all operating conditions, use API Service Classification §F oil. This designation will appear on the oil can. IMPORTANT: Check the engine’s oil level every 8 hours or before each use.
MAINTENANCE 312-8 Oil Check And Fill 1. Dipstick and til tube On 416-8 Model engines, change the engine oil in your machine after the first 25 hours of operation. After that, change the oil at 50-operating hour intervals. The ail filter should be changed every 100 hours. If aerating conditions are extremely dusty or dirty, change the il more often. 418-8 Model Oil Filter And Drain Cap 1. Off drain cap 2. Oil tighter EN-18 416-8 Model Engine Of Dipstick/Fill Tube 1.
MAINTENANCE TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OlL CHANGE 10W-30 3240 0 80 100 After adding B0 percent of the prescribed amount of oll, check the oil level. Add oil as necessary to bring ditto the "Full” level or into the “Safe” range on the engine oil dipstick. IMPORTANT: Never overfill the engine crankcase with oil. The ofl level must not exceed the “F” level on the dipstick.
MAINTENANCE {416-8 Models) Replace filter elements at 200-hour intervals. Replace more softer in dusty operating conditions. To protect the engine, use only the manufacturer’s filter, or replacement filers with equivalent specifications. Check the following when installing & new or serviced element: 1. The base must be securely tightened to the carburetor. Replace the base if #f is bent or cracked. 2. Gasket surfaces of the element must be flat against the base and cover 1o seal effectively. 3.
MAINTENANCE Replace a spark plug that is not in good condition. Never sandblast, wire brush, scrape or otherwise service a spark plug In poor condition. A new plug gives the best results, Always check the spark plug gap before installing new plug(s) or reinstalling original plug(s). Use a spark plug gap gauge to adjust the electrode’s air gap 1o the engine’s specification, TRACTOR MODEL PLUG GAP Al Models 028 in.
MAINTENANCE Correct carburetor adjustment requires a significant amount of knowledge and special equipment, Also, other adjustments such as governor settings may be necessary after adjusting carburetor. For these reasons, we recommend an authorized dealer do carburetor adjustments. ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS The Alternator An alternator charges the battery.
MAINTENANCE Light Bulb Replacement Replace head-light and tail-light bulbs as described below. Be careful when handling bulbs, especially if they are broken. Replace dither sealed-beam head-lamp unit by first disconnecting both terminal wires. Notice how the head-lamp is installed, then carefully remove the bolt and retainer to release the head lamp. To replace a tail light bulb, pry the lens off with a screwdriver. A slot is at each end of lens for this purpose.
MAINTENANCE Lubricate the chassis after each 25 hours of operation. All other pivoting arms and levers should be lubricated at the same intervals with either general purpose grease or machine oil applied directly to wear surfaces. Steering Gear And Foot Pedal Lube Fittings 1. Foot pedal fitting 2. Starring gear fittings FOOT BRAKE ADJUSTMENT The brake band, located on the left side of the transmission, brakes the transmission shafts, which then take the rear wheels.
MAINTENANCE CLEANING AND STORAGE Wash the tractor regularly with a mild automotive detergent and water. Adler 30 days, painted surfaces may be waxed to protect the original finish. You can remove minor paint scratches or abrasions with an automotive cleaning and polishing compound. Rubbing compound is not recommended under normal circumstances because it is abrasive. Exposed bare metal surfaces should be given a light coating Of oit or grease to prevent rust until permanent repairs can be made.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHECK LIST Symptom Possible Cause Possible Remedy The engine will not tum over. Dead battery Open the safely interlock switch. Charge or replace the battery. Be sure the PTO is disengaged and the brake pedal is depressed. not start. ignition system No fuel in the tank Fug valve closed Incorrect carburetor adjustment Ignition switch Starter Conduit an authorized dealer, Solenoid Consult an authorized dealer. ignition switch Consult an authorized dealer.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHECK LIST Symptom Possible Cause Possible Remedy The engine idles poorly. Incorrect carburetor adjustment Incorrect spark plug gap Readjust the carburetor. Check the condition and gap of the spark pig. The engine backfires. Incorrect carburetor adjustment Ignition system. Readjust the carburetor, Consult an authorized dealer. The engine runs fine, but the tractor wil not move. The transmission is not in gear. Faulty transmission Select a gear. Consult an authorized dealer.