Gravely 985114 - 16 HP, 985115 - 8.5 HP, 985117 - 13.5 HP User Manual

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Professional 2-Wheel Tractor

Owner/Operator Manual

Models

985114 - 16 HP

985115 - 8.5 HP

985117 - 13.5 HP

08468600E 6/00 Supersedes 08468600,A-D Printed in USA

CONTROLS AND FEATURES

 

 

 

 

ENGLISH

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1

1.

Direction Control Lever

 

 

2.

Steering Brake Handlebar

 

 

 

4

 

 

 

3.

Gear Shift Lever (Hi/Low

 

 

 

 

Gear)

 

 

 

 

 

8

 

 

 

4.

Operator Presence

6

 

 

 

Control

 

 

 

5.

PTO Control

3

 

 

 

9

 

 

6.

Ignition Switch

 

 

 

 

 

11

 

7.

Kick Stand

 

 

 

8.

Throttle Control

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

9.

Hourmeter

 

 

 

 

10. Brake Handle Cross Bar

 

 

 

 

11. Range Shift Handle (Two

 

 

 

 

 

Speed Axle)

 

 

 

 

12. Parking Brake Handle

 

 

 

 

 

(Optional on 8.5HP)

 

 

 

 

13. Instruction Plate

 

 

12

 

14. Choke Lever (Robin)

 

14

 

15. Choke Control Knob

 

10

(Briggs & Stratton)

15

 

 

4

13

 

 

 

5

 

 

4

 

 

7

 

OH0160

 

 

WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

OL4030

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Controls and Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

20

Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Service Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

21

Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

21

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

10

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

22

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Service and Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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INTRODUCTION

THE MANUAL

Before operation of unit, carefully and completely read your manuals. The contents will provide you with an understanding of safety instructions and controls during normal operation and maintenance.

All reference to left, right, front, or rear are given from operator standing in operation position and facing the direction of forward travel.

MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS

Transfer model & serial number label from product registration here.

When ordering replacement parts or making service inquiries, know the Model and Serial numbers of your unit and engine.

Numbers are located on the product registration form in the unit literature package. They are also printed on a serial number label, located on the frame of your unit.

Serial

Number

Label

PRODUCT REGISTRATION

A warranty registration card must be filled out, signed, and returned at time of purchase. This card activates the warranty. Claims meeting requirements during limited warranty period will be honored.

UNAUTHORIZED REPLACEMENT PARTS

Use only Gravely replacement parts. The replacement of any part on this vehicle with anything other than a Gravely authorized replacement part may adversely affect the performance, durability, or safety of this unit and may void the warranty. Gravely disclaims liability for any claims or damages, whether warranty, property damage, personal injury or death arising out of the use of unauthorized replacement parts.

DISCLAIMER

Gravely reserves the right to discontinue, make changes to, and add improvements upon its products at any time without public notice or obligation.The descriptions and specifications contained in this manual were in effect at printing. Equipment described within this manual may be optional. Some illustrations may not be applicable to your unit.

Record Engine Model and Serial numbers here.

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SAFETY

SAFETY ALERTS

Look for these symbols to point out important safety precautions. They mean:

Attention!

Personal Safety Is Involved!

Become Alert!

Obey The Message!

The safety alert symbol is used in decals on the unit and with proper operation procedures in this manual. Understand the safety message. It contains important information about personal safety on or near the unit.

DANGER: IMMINENTLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not avoided, WILL RESULT in death or serious injury.

WARNING: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not avoided, COULD RESULT in death or serious injury.

CAUTION: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not avoided, MAY RESULT in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.

NOTATIONS

NOTE: General reference information for proper operation and maintenance practices.

IMPORTANT: Specific procedures or information required to prevent damage to unit or attachment.

PRACTICES AND LAWS

Practice usual and customary safe working precautions, for the benefit of yourself and others. Understand and follow all safety messages. Be alert to unsafe conditions and the possibility of minor, moderate, or serious injury or death. Learn applicable rules and laws in your area.

REQUIRED OPERATOR TRAINING

Original purchaser of this unit was instructed by the seller on safe and proper operation. If unit is to be used by someone other than original purchaser; loaned, rented or sold, ALWAYS provide this manual and any needed safety training before operation.

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Gravely 985114 - 16 HP, 985115 - 8.5 HP, 985117 - 13.5 HP User Manual

SAFETY DECALS AND LOCATIONS

ALWAYS replace missing or damaged Safety Decals. Refer to figure below for Safety Decal locations.

THROTTLE

FAST

SLOW

PUSH OFF

PTO

PULL ON

MADE IN U.S.A.

!SAFETY FIRST

R E A D T H E O P E R ATO R ' S M A N U A L S B E F O R E O P E R AT I N G O R S E RV I C I N G T H I S E Q U I P M E N T.

D I S E N G A G E P TO A N D S H I F T I N TO N E U T R A L B E F O R E S TA R T I N G E N G I N E .

NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.

K E E P H A N D S A N D F E E T AWAY F R O M M O V I N G PA R T S .

S TAY A L E R T F O R P E R S O N S A N D H A Z A R D S . B E F O R E L E AV I N G O P E R ATO R ' S P O S I T I O N :

P U T P TO C O N T R O L I N T H E O U T P O S I T I O N .

R E M O V E I G N I T I O N K E Y.

E N G A G E F W D – R E V A N D H I – L O C O N T R O L S .

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Units with

IGNITION

Briggs & Stratton

Engines

HIGH-PUSH

CHOKE

PULL ON

RANGE

PUSH OFF

 

 

LOW-PULL

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CAUTION

DO NOT PARK ON SLOPE UNLESS WHEELS ARE CHOCKED.

Units with

Briggs & Stratton

Engines

DANGER

TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH

• Read the operator's manual.

• If machine stops going uphill, stop blade and

• Do not mow when children or others are

back down slowly.

around.

• Avoid sudden turns.

• Look down and behind before and while

• Keep safety devices (guards, shields, switches,

backing.

etc.)in place and working.

• Never carry children.

• Check interlock system per manual before use.

• Remove objects that could be thrown by

• Understand location and function of all controls.

the blade.

• When parking on a slope always chock or block

• Go across slopes, not up and down.

the wheels.

 

DANGER

!SAFETY FIRST

READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL

BEFORE USING TRACTOR

DISENGAGE ALL CLUTCHES AND

SHIFT INTO NEUTRAL BEFORE

STARTING ENGINE HANDLE

GASOLINE WITH CARE KEEP

SHIELDS, GUARDS AND SAFETY

DEVICES IN PLACE KEEP

HANDS AND FEET AWAY FROM

MOVING PARTS NEVER LET

CHILDREN OPERATE TRACTOR

BE ALERT FOR DANGER TO BY-

STANDERS, PROPERTY AND FOR

TERRAIN HAZARDS REMOVE

IGNITION KEY BEFORE LEAVING

TRACTOR ENGAGE FWD - REV

CONTROL AND HI - LO GEAR

CONTROLS WHEN PARKING

N

1

Units with

Robin Engines

H

L

077478

BRAKE P

3

LOCK

RELEASE

077247

Units with Steering Brakes

OH0251

1. DANGER! To avoid serious injury or death.

Read Operator’s Manual.

Do not mow when children or others are around.

Look down and behind before and while backing

Never carry children.

Remove objects that could be thrown by the blade.

Go across slopes, not up and down.

If machine stops going uphill, stop blade and back down slowly

Avoid sudden turns.

Keep safety devices (guards, shields, switches, etc.) in place and working.

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Check interlock system per manual before use.

Understand location and function of all controls.

When parking on a slope always chock or block the wheels.

2.Safety First

Read the operator’s manuals before operating or servicing this equipment.

Disengage the PTO and shift into neutral before starting engine.

Never allow children to operate the equipment.

Keep hands and feet away from moving parts.

Stay alert for persons and hazards.

Before leaving operator’s position:

-Put PTO control in the out position.

-Remove ignition key.

-Engage FWD-REV and Hi-Lo controls.

3.Safety First

Read the operator’s manuals before using tractor.

Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before starting engine.

Handle gasoline with care.

Keep shields, guards and safety devices in place.

Keep hands and feet away from moving parts.

Never let children operate tractor.

Be alert for danger to bystanders, property and for terrain hazards.

Remove ignition key before leaving tractor.

Engage FWD-REV control and Hi-Lo gear controls when parking.

4. CAUTION

Do not park on slope unless wheels are chocked.

SAFETY RULES

Preparation

Improper use of this tractor can injure people and damage the equipment. People using or servicing this tractor must read and follow the instructions in this manual.

It is important to understand that this manual and any other Gravely instruction manuals do not cover every possible danger. It is impossible for Gravely to know of all possible dangers in operating and servicing the tractor and attachments.

The purchaser must give these instructions to the people operating and maintaining this tractor. These people must use eye and foot protection.

Read this manual, the attachment manual and the engine manual carefully before operating unit.

Learn the location and function of all controls.

Know how to stop in an emergency.

Understand and follow each danger, warning, caution and instruction decal installed on this product.

Never permit children to operate the unit. Do not allow adults to operate it without proper instruction.

Safe operation of this equipment requires your complete and unimpaired attention at all times. Do not operate unit after or during the use of drugs or alcohol.

Keep all people and animals away from the operating area.

Use caution with gasoline. Gasoline is very flammable and its vapors are explosive. Keep it in a clean, tight and approved (Red) container. Never put gasoline in the fuel tank while the engine is running or hot. Clean up spilled gasoline before starting engine. Do not fill fuel tank indoors. Never allow smoking materials, sparks or flame (match, pilot light, etc.) near mower or fuel container. Replace fuel tank cap and fuel container cap securely.

Inspect area of operation and remove all material which could be thrown by the attachment such as stones, sticks, wires and other foreign objects.

When transporting the unit, connect the chassis to the transport vehicle. Never secure by control levers, rods, or like items that could be damaged.

Replace all parts that become damaged or lost.

Wear hand, foot, head, ear and eye protection. Do not wear loose clothing which might get caught in rotating parts.

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Operation

Be certain that all shields, guards, and interlock switches are in the correct position and operating properly.

Before starting the engine, put the PTO lever in the “OFF” position and the gear shift lever in the neutral “N” position.

Check the operation of the operator presence controls before operating the tractor. With either the PTO or the direction control lever engaged, the engine should run only if at least one of the operator presence switches is depressed.

Do not use the equipment in the dark without adequate lighting.

Keep away from moving parts. Stay clear of the attachment when the engine is running.

Do not let people other than the operator near the operating equipment. Never direct discharge of material towards bystanders. The operator is responsible for the safety of bystanders.

Operate the attachment only on safe surfaces as prescribed in the attachment manual. Disengage the attachment drive when moving the tractor to and from work areas.

Use a slow speed and engage the shift lever slowly when operating on slopes.

Travel across slopes, not up and down. Use extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. Do not operate on steep slopes.

Look for and keep away from hazards such as drop-offs. Stay alert for holes, rocks and other hidden hazards in the area of operation.

After hitting an object, disengage the PTO, turn off and remove the ignition key and wait for all motion to stop. Check for damage. Repair any damage before restarting unit.

Look behind when operating in reverse. Look for people and hazards.

Operate only from the operator’s position just behind the handlebars.

If there is a sudden change in the sound or vibration of the equipment, disengage the PTO, turn off and remove the ignition key, wait for all motion to stop and check for damage. Repair any damage or failure before restarting unit.

Never run the engine indoors except to move it outside. Exhaust fumes are dangerous.

Go slowly on slick surfaces. Always be sure of your footing, keep a firm grip on the handlebars and walk, never run.

Follow traffic laws when operating on or near a road.

Before leaving the operator’s position, put the PTO lever in the “OFF” position, turn off and remove ignition key. Move the shift control to first gear position.

Do not touch parts which might be hot from operation. Before attempting to maintain, adjust or service allow hot parts to cool.

Maintenance and Storage

Keep the equipment in good condition. Maintain it as directed in this manual. Check all hardware at regular intervals.

Use only Gravely accessories, attachments and replacement parts.

Do not overspeed the engine. Do not override the governor.

Before making any repairs or adjustments, disengage the PTO, turn off and remove the ignition key and wait for all motion to stop.

To reduce fire hazard and overheating, keep equipment free of grass, leaves, debris or excessive lubricants.

Worn out mufflers can result in fire or explosion and should be replaced immediately.

Never store equipment with gasoline in tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.

Refer to Storage if unit is to be stored for extended periods.

SPARK ARRESTER

This product is equipped with an internal combustion engine. DO NOT use on or near any unimproved, forest covered or brush covered land unless the exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local, state or federal laws. A spark arrester, if used, must be maintained in effective working order by the operator.

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