OPERATION Figure 15 NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several models. Tractor features may vary by model. Not alf features in this manual are applicable to all tractor models and the tractor model depicted may differ from yours. NOTE: if references in this manual to the left or right side and front or hack of the tractor are from the operating position only. Exceptions, if any, will be specified, A.
& HE {o]) NOTE: Do not use the parking brake pedal to control the ground speed of the tractor while driving, Always use the Speed Control Lever ta slow the ground speed of the tractor. Depressing the parking brake pedal with the Speed Control Lever engaged as part of regular operation will result in premature wear of the drive belt. IMPORTANT! Do not attempt to change the direction of travel when the tractor fs in motion. Serious damage to the tractor's transmission contd result.
OPERATION J. Park Brake or Park Bracket Drive Control Lever ‘The Park Brake or Park Bracket Drive Cantor} Lever is used to engage the parking brake and set the drive speed of (YT models, Refer ta the Driving the Tractor section of this manual for detailed instructions regarding the parking brake. NOTE: The parking brake must be set if the operator leaves the seat with the engine running or the engine will automatically shutoff, K. Cup Holder The cup holder is located to the left of the operator's seal.
PIN De not hold the key in the START position for longer than ten seconds at a time, Doing so may cause damage to your engine's electric starter, . Formals equipped with a throttle/choke control lever: haste engine warms up, gradually pull the throttle/choke control lever rearward past the choke detente position. Bo not use the choke position ta enrich the fuel mixture, except as necessary to start the engine. . Low the engine to run for a few minutes at mid-throttle before putting the engine under load.
lel thvg(el 5. To stop, depress the clutch-hake pedal. If tractor stalls with spade control! in high speed, or if tractor will not operate with Speed Control Lever in a Jow speed position, proceed as follows: . Depress the clutch-brake pedal, . Place shift lever in NEUTRAL (N). . Restart engine. Place CVT Drive Control Lever in highest speed position. . Release clutch-brake pedal fully. . Depress dutch-brake pedal. . Place CYT Drive Control Lever in desired position. .
PORE 5. Always look down and behind before and while backing up slowly to make sure no children are around, After resuming forward motion, return key to the NORMAL MOWING (a) position to return to normal mowing operation. The REVERSE CAUTION MODE (b) will remain activated until (see Figure 16 on page 18): 4. Theists placed in either the NORMAL MOWING (a) position or STOP position, b.
RICE AND MAINTENANCE Follow the Maintenance Schedule given below, This chart LLL describes service guidelines only, Refer to the Engine Operator's Be fare performing any type of maintenance/service, Manual for engine maintenance items listed in the table below. disengage all controls and stop the engine, Wait until af] moving parts have come toa complete stop. Allow the engine to cool. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Before | After | Every | Every | Every | Every | Every | Prior | See Each | First] 10 251 50°71 1000 § 200 | to [Engine Use | Hours | Hours | Hours | Hours | Hours | Hours {Unhistorical ee il {Lines, Tank, Check Spark Arrest or Replace Oil Filter Vv Vv Vv Clean or Change Air Filter Vv Vv Replace Fue Filter Vv Vv Have Valve Lash Checked & Adjusted* v *Have this item performed by an authorized service dealer # -Perform more often in dry conditions and/or when mulching NOTE: This Operat
RICE AND MAINTENANCE NOTE: \Gassing pressure washer or garden hose is not recommended for cleaning yous tractor other than to dean the underside of the deck. It may cause damage to electrical encampments, spindles, pulleys, bearings or the engine, The use of waterwllfresultin shortened fife and reduce serviceability, «Clean under the hood, ind lading exhaust manifold, around fuses, all wiring and harnesses, muffler pipe, muffler shield, engine intake screens and cooling fins, etc. See Figure 19.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 3. Place an appropriate off collection container with at least a 2.5 quart (2.36 L} capacity below the opening of the ofl drain tbe, to collect the used ofl, Remove the of fill cap/dipstick from the oif fill tube. 4. Open the protective cap on the end of the oil drain valve to expose the drain port, See Figure 22, Rotate counterclockwise to open Figure 22 5.
VICE AND MAINTENANCE FRONT AXLES (IF EQUIPPED) Each end of the tractor’s front pivot bay may be equipped with a grease fitting. Lubricate with a No. 2 multi-purpose grease applied with a grease qun per the Maintenance Schedule. See Figure 24. Figure 24 Spark Arrest or Maintenance (if equipped) Spark arrest or assemblies must be inspected and cleaned periodically (see the Maintenance Schedule chart in this manual). Visually inspect the screen for tears, broken wires or loose welds.
SERVICE AN PENANCE 3. Fill the fuel tank with clean, fresh gasoline. 1. Park the tractor ona firm, level surface, place the lever for fighting the platform on the second to the top notch (second highest position) and rotate the end of the haled nearest the discharge chute so that it is parallel with the tractor. 2. Measure the distance from the front of the blade tip to the ground and the rear of the blade tip to the ground. The front 4.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE If you have a recurring problem with blown fuses, have the tractor's electrical system checked by your authorized service dealer, RELAYS AND SWITCHES There are several safety switches jn the electrical system. ta function of the safety interlock system described earlier is not functioning properly, have the electrical system checked by your authorized service dealer.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 10. Carefully remove the PTO cable {a) from the rear of the Installing the Blade cutting deck by removing the bow-tie clip (b) which secures it. Remove the spring {q) from the deck infer bracket. See Figure 31, 1. With the deck removed gently flip the deck over to expose its underside. .