Craftsman CMXGRAM1130049 Instruction Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL | MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

Battery Powered Lithium-Ion Tractor Montable alimentado por batería de ión de litio

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CMXGRAM1130049 33AA27JD793 Lawn Tractor

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Form No. 769-18972

(November 26, 2018)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safe Operation Practices ........................Page 3

Assembly .......................................Page 9

Operation ......................................Page 13

Service & Maintenance ..........................Pag e 17

Battery Type: 1500 Wh Li-Ion

Charger: 48V, 650w

Off-Season Storage ..............................Page 18

Troubleshooting ............................... Page 22

Español ........................................ Page 24

Warranty Statement ...............Separate Supplement

MODEL NUMBERPRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Model Number ________________________________

Serial Number _________________________________

Date of Purchase _______________________________

Record the model number, serial number,

and date of purchase above.

WARNING

Before using this equipment, read the manual and follow all safety rules and operating instructions.

NOTE: This Operator’s Manual covers sever al models. Featur es may vary by model. Not all features in this manual are applicable to all models and the model depicted may di ffer from yours.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol, HEED ITS WARNING!

WARNING

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65

Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

DANGER

This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation practices in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating fingers, hands, toes and feet and throwing debris. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

1500 Watt-Hours Lithium-Ion Battery System

Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge of the system and must be performed only by a qualified service technician. For repair or service take the tractor to your nearest authorized ser vice dealer. Always use original equipment manufacturer’s (OEM) replacement parts when servicing.

General Operation

1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the tractor and in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts.

2. Be familiar with all controls and their prop er operation. Know how to stop the tractor and disengage the blades quickly.

3. Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate t his tractor. Children 14 and over should read and unders tand the instructions and s afe operation practices in t his manual and on the tractor an d should be trained and supervis ed by an adult.

4. Never allow adults to operate this tractor without proper instruc tion.

5. Do not charge or operate the tractor in the rain or wet conditions.

6. In case of a system fault or a complete loss of bat tery power the tractor can freewheel. Depress the brake pedal to maintain control and stop the trac tor. Restart the tractor. If the problem per sists, contact your authorized service dealer.

7. To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at least 75 feet from the tractor while it is in operation. Stop tractor if anyone enters the area.

8. Thoro ughly inspect the area where the equip ment is to be used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire, bo nes, toys, and other foreign objects whic h could be picked up and thrown by the blade(s). Thrown objects can c ause serious personal injur y.

9. Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material toward roads, sidewalks, bystanders and the like. Also, avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction which may cause discharged material to ricochet back toward the operator.

10. Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation and while performing an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes. Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes.

11. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-fitting slacks and shirts. Loose fitting clothes and jewelr y can be caught in movable parts. Never operate this tractor in bare feet or sandals.

12. Be aware of the cutting deck and attachment discharge direction and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate the cutting deck without the discharge cover or entire grass catcher in its proper place.

13. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck. Contact with the blade(s) can amputate hands and feet.

14. A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade contact or thrown object injuries.

15. Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads and while not cutting grass.

16. Watch for traff ic when operating near or crossing roadways. This tractor is not intended for use on any public roadway.

17. Do not operate the tractor while under the inf luence of alcohol or drugs.

18. Mow only in daylight or good ar tificial light.

19. Never carry passengers.

20. Do not turn the key of f and coast downhill.

21. Do not tow this tractor.

22. Turn off blade(s) before traveling in reverse. Back up slowly. Always look down and behind before and while backing to avoid a back-over accident.

23. Slow down before turning. Operate the tractor smoothly. Avoid erratic operation and excessive speed.

24. Turn off blade(s), set parking brake, press Start/Stop button and wait until the blade(s) come to a complete stop before removing grass catcher, emptying grass, unclogging chute, removing any grass or debris, or making any adjustments.

25. Never leave a running tractor unattended. Always turn of f blade(s), turn power key to OFF position and remove before dismounting.

26. Use extra care when loading or unloading the tractor into a trailer or truck. This tractor should not be driven up or down ramp(s), because the tractor could tip over, causing serious personal injury. The tractor must be pushed manually on ramp(s) to load or unload properly.

27. Motors may become hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch.

28. Check overhead clearances carefully before driving under low hanging tree branches, wires, door openings etc., where the operator may be struck or pulled from the tractor, which could result in serious injury.

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29. Your tractor is designed to cut normal residential grass of a height no more than 10”. Do not attempt to mow through unusually tall, dry grass (e.g., pasture) or piles of dry leaves. Dry grass or leaves may contact hot surfaces and/or build up on the tractor deck presenting a potential fire hazard.

30. Use only accessories and attachments approved for this tractor by the tractor manufacturer. Read, understand and follow all instructions provided with the approved accessory or attachment.

31. Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are involved in a large percentage of tractor-related injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the tractor safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury.

32. If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgment. Contact your customer service representative for assistance.

Slope Operation

Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip-over accidents which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow or drive on it.

For your safety, use the slope gauge included as part of this manual to measure slopes before operating this tractor on a sloped or hilly area. If the slope is greater than 12 degrees as shown on the slope gauge, do not operate this tractor on that area or serious injury could result.

Do:

1. Set the parking brake when sitting on an incline with the power key off.

2. Mow up and down slopes, not across. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.

3. Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the tractor. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

4. Use slow speed. Choose a low enough speed setting so that you will not have to stop while on the slope. Tires may lose traction on slopes even though the brakes are functioning properly. This tractor uses regenerative braking on the drive motor to help slow it down.

5. Follow the manufac turer’s recommendation for wheel weight s or counterweights to improve stability.

6. Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change the stability of the tractor.

7. Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction. Rapid engagement or braking could cause the front of the tractor to lift and rapidly flip over backwards which could cause serious injury.

8. Avoid star ting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose trac tion, turn off the blade(s) and proceed slowly straight down the slope.

Do Not:

1. Do not turn on slopes unless necessary; then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.

2. Do not turn the power key off on an incline without setting the parking brake.

3. Do not mow or drive near drop-offs, ditches or embankments. The tractor could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff, ditch, or if an edge caves in.

4. Do not try to stabilize the tractor by putting your foot on the ground.

5. Do not use a grass catcher on s teep slopes.

6. Do not mow or drive on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding.

7. Do not press the Start/Stop button and coast downhill. Over-speeding may cause the operator to lose control of the tractor resulting in serious injury or death.

8. Do not tow heavy pull behind attachments (e.g. loaded dump cart, lawn roller, etc.) on slopes greater than 5 degrees. When going down hill, the extra weight tends to push the tractor and may cause you to loose control (e.g. tractor may speed up, braking and steering ability are reduced, attachment may jack-knife and cause tractor to overturn).

Children

1. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are of ten attracted to the tractor and the mowing activity. They do not understand the dangers. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.

a. Keep children out of the mowing area and in watchful care of a

responsible adult other than the operator. b. Be alert and turn tractor off if a child enters the area. c. Before and while bac king, look behind and down for small children. d. Never car ry children, even with the blade(s) shut off. They may fall of f and

be seriously injured o r interfere with safe trac tor operation. e. Use extreme care when approaching blind corners, doorways,

shrubs, trees or other objects that may block your vision of a child

who may run into the path of the tractor. f. To avoid back-over accidents, always turn off the cutting blade(s)

before traveling in Reverse. If equipped, the “Reverse Caution Mode”

should not be used when children or others are around. g. Remove key when tractor is unattended to prevent unauthorized

operation.

2. Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this tractor. Children 14 and over should read and understand the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual and on the tractor and should be trained and supervised by an adult.

Towing

1. Tow only with a tractor that has a hitch designed for towing. Do not at tach towed equipment except at the hitch point.

2. Follow the manufacturers recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes.

3. Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment.

4. On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control.

5. The maximum tongue weight on the hitch is 50 lbs. and the maximum towed weight is 250 lbs.

6. Always use extra caution when towing with a tractor capable of making tight turns (e.g. “zero-turn” ride-on tractor). Make wide turns to avoid jack-knifing.

7. Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.

8. Do not press the Start/Stop but ton and coast downhill.

Service General Service

1. Remove key and store tractor indoors when not in use. Allow motors to cool before storing in any enclosure. Tractor should be stored indoors in a dry place, out of reach of children.

2. Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of batter y may create a risk of fire when used with another battery.

3. Do not use the charger in the rain.

4. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the blade(s) and all moving parts have stopped.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

5. Never douse or hose the tractor with water. Avoid getting any liquid in the motors and electrical connections. Clean the tractor after each use. Refer to cleaning and storage. Do not use solvents or strong detergents.

6. To reduce fire hazard, keep the motor(s) free of grass, leaves and debris build-up.

7. Periodically check to make sure the blade(s) come(s) to complete stop within (5) five seconds after operating the blade on/off button. If the blade(s) do not stop within the this time frame, your tractor should be serviced professionally by an authorized service dealer.

8. Check brake operation frequently as it is subjected to wear during normal operation. Adjust and service as required.

9. Check the blade(s) and mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also, visually inspec t blade(s) for damage (e.g., excessive wear, bent, cracked). Replace the blade(s) with the original equipment manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) blade(s) only. “Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety!”

10. Tractor blade(s) are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

11. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.

12. Never tamper with the safety interlock system or other safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.

13. After st riking a foreign object, stop the t ractor, remove the key and thoroughly inspect the tr actor for any damage. Repair the damage before operating the tractor.

14. Never attempt to make adjustments or repairs to the tractor while the power key is ON.

15. Grass catcher components and the discharge cover are subject to wear and damage which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. For safety protection, frequently check components and replace immediately with original equipment manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) parts only. “Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety!”

16. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.

17. This product has an Average Useful Life of seven (7) years, or 270 hours of operation. At the end of the Average Useful Life have the tractor inspected annually by an authorized service dealer to ensure that all mechanical and safety systems are working properly and not worn excessively. Failure to do so can result in accidents, injuries or death.

18. Do not dispose of the batter y(ies) in a fire. The cell may explode. Check with local codes for proper disposal instructions.

19. Do not tou ch the motor(s). These parts c an get hot from operation, even after the tractor is tur ned off.

20. Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the battery with conductive materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may be hot and cause burns.

21. For continued protection against risk of injury or elec tric shock, do not replace blown fuses. Please call authorized service personnel.

General Electric Safety

1. Do not expose the tractor to rain or wet conditions.

2. Do not handle the tractor with wet hands.

3. Do not operate the tractor in the rain, in wet conditions or on wet surfaces.

4. To reduce the risk of electric shock, avoid body contact with grounded conductors, such as metal pipes or wire fences.

5. Do not operate the tractor in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.

Battery Charger Safety

WARNING

Only use a Delta-Q battery charger (model # IC650-048-CAN/part # 950-0004 or model # IC650-048-COMMD/part # 950-0007) (OEM part# 72507253 or part# 725-07253A) to charge batteries. DO NOT attempt to charge any other batteries with a Delta-Q battery charger. Other types of batteries may burst, causing fire, personal injury or property damage.

1. A nameplate on the charger ind icates the voltage used. Never connect t he charger to an AC voltage that diff ers from this voltage.

2. An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of an improper extension cord could result in a risk of f ire, electric shock or electrocution.

3. Do not use multiple extension cords

4. Make sure the extension cord is heavy enough to carry the current drawn by the charger. An undersized extension cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in a loss of power and overheating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge cord. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.

MINIMUM WIRE SIZE FOR EXTENSION CORDS FOR 120 VOLT APPLIANCES USING 0-6

AMPS Cord Length (ft.) 25 50 100 150 Wire Size (AWG) 16 16 16 14

5. Make sure the cords are in good condition. Inspect the power cord and extension cord periodically. Look closely for deterioration, cu ts or cracks in the insulation. If a cord is damaged in any manner while plugge d in, disconnect the cord from both the outlet and the charger. Do not use a damaged cord. Damaged cords should b e repaired or replaced.

6. Do not abuse cords. Never pull or carry the charger by a cord. Keep cords away from heat, oil, water, sharp edges, and moving objects. Always grasp the plug when disconnecting a cord.

7. Never modify a plug, cord or outlet in any way.

8. Groun d Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protec tion should be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) to be used with this charger. For an ex tra measure of safety, use receptacles with b uilt-in GFCI protection.

9. Do not place the battery charger where cords might be stepped on, tripped over or subjected to damage.

10. Do not charge batteries in the rain or in wet conditions. Keep the battery charger in a cool and dry area.

11. Keep the battery charger away from all liquids.

12. Do not allow small metal items or material such as steel wool, aluminum foil or other foreign par ticles into the charger port.

13. Do not probe the charger with conductive material. There is a risk of electric shock.

14. Do not cover the battery charger. The batter y charger may overheat.

15. Do not allow the battery or battery charger to overheat. If they are warm, allow them to cool down. Only charge batteries in temperatures between 32° and 104° F (0° and 40° C).

16. Always unplug the battery charger when it is not in use.

Battery Safety

1. Do not expose the battery to fire or to temperatures over 176º F (80º C). Doing so could cause an explosion.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

2. Handle batteries with care. Do not short the battery with conductive materials, such as rings, bracelets, keys, etc. Shorting the battery may cause personal injury, damage to the battery or a f ire.

3. Do not attempt to charge a cracked or damaged battery.

4. Do not use or charge a wet battery or a battery that shows any evidence of corrosion.

5. Do not use a damaged or modified battery. Doing so could result in a fire, explosion or personal injury.

WARNING

The battery may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if misused. Do not disassemble, overheat or incinerate the battery.

WARNING

Leakage from the Power Cell may occur under extreme usage, charging or temperature conditions or if the Power Cell is damaged, crushed or punctured. This leakage indicates a failure of the Power Cell and the Power Cell should be properly disposed of per local hazardous material regulations.

If the Power Cell leakage gets on your skin or eyes, follow these steps:

• Immediately wash the area with soap and water.

• Immediately flush the eyes with clean water for a minimum of 20 minutes and seek immediate medical attention.

If the leakage gets on your clothing or shoes, remove, isolate and wash the contaminated clothing thoroughly.

FCC Statement (Bluetooth® Models only)

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a

Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

CAUTION

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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SAFETY SYMBOLS

This page depic ts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate.

Symbol Description

READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate.

WARNING — THROWN OBJECTS This tractor may pick up and throw and objects which can cause serious personal injury. Stay clear. Keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at least 75 feet from the tractor while it is in operation.

WARNING — BYSTANDERS Keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at least 75 feet from the tractor while it is in operation.

DANGER — ROTATING BLADE(S) Never carry passengers. Never carry children, even with the blade(s) OFF.

WARNING — ROTATING BLADE(S) Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck. Contact with the blade(s) can amputate hands and feet. Be sure blade(s) and power are off before placing hands or feet near blade(s).

WARNING — SLOPE OPERATION Go up and down slopes, not across. Use extra caution on slopes. Do not mow or drive on lopes greater than 12°/21%. If tractor stops going uphill, stop blade(s) back down slowly.

Symbol Description

WARNING — ELECTRIC SHOCK Do not charge tractor in rain or wet locations. Do not use battery operated tractor in rain.

DANGER — SLOPE OPERATION Do not operate this tractor where it could tip or slip. Avoid sudden turns. Use low speed.

DANGER — SERVICE Many components on this tractor should only be serviced by an authorized service dealer. Read this Operator’s Manual before attempting to service this tractor.

DANGER — ROTATING BLADE(S) Always look down and behind before and while backing to avoid a back-over accident. To avoid a back-over accident, keep children away from the tractor while it is in operation. Mowing in reverse is not recommended.

WARNING — THROWN OBJECTS This tractor may pick up and throw and objects which can cause serious personal injury.

WARNING — ROTATING BLADES Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck. Contact with the blade(s) can amputate hands and feet.

DANGER — GUARDS, SHIELDS, SWITCHES, ETC. Keep safety devices (Guards, Shields, Switches, Etc.) in place and working.

WARNING — ELECTRIC SHOCK Do not charge tractor in rain or wet locations. Do not use battery operated tractor in rain.

WARNING

Your Responsibility—Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this

manual and on the machine.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

SLOPE GAUGE

12°/21% Slope

Figure 2Figure 1

Slope Gauge

12°/21% Slope

(OK) (TOO STEEP)

12°/21% dashed line

USE THIS SLOPE GAUGE TO DETERMINE

IF A SLOPE IS TOO STEEP FOR SAFE OPERATION!

Do not operate machine on slopes in excess of 12 degrees/21 percent. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you

WARNING! Slopes are a major factor related to tip-over and roll-over accidents which can result in severe injury or death.

feel uneasy on it, do not mow or drive on it. Always mow up and down slopes, never across the face of slopes.

To check the slope, proceed as follows:

1. Remove this page and fold along the dashed line.

2. Locate a vertical object on or behind the slope (e.g. a pole, building, fence, tree, etc.)

3. Align either side of the slope gauge with the object (See Figure 1 and Figure 2 ).

4. Adjust gauge up or down until the left corner touches the slope (See Figure 1 and Figure 2).

5. If there is a gap below the gauge, the slope is too steep for safe operation (See Figure 2 above).

ASSEMBLY

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Note: This Operator’s Manual covers several models. Tractor features may vary by model. Not all features in this manual are applicable to all tractor models and the tractor depicted may differ from yours.

Note: All references in this manual to the left or right side and front or back of the tractor are from the operating position only. Exceptions, if any, will be specified.

Note: Some components may come already assembled. If they are already assembled, skip ahead to the next step.

Contents of Crate

• Tractor

• Steering Pedestal Cap

• Discharge Chute Assembly

• Hardware Pack

• Product Registration Card

• Operator’s Manual

• Rear Hitch Plate

• Mulch Plug

• Battery Charger

• Steering wheel/ Shaft Assembly

• Seat Assembly

• Front Bumper

• Battery Charger Manual

Contents of Hardware Pack

Before beginning installation, remove all the contents from the crate and all the hardware from the pack to make sure everything is present. Hardware is listed below.

• Hitch Plate

• Seat Mounting Bracket (w/ two shoulder bolts & lock nuts installed)

Recommended Tools for Assembly

• 3/8” wrench and/or socket

• 7/16” wrench and/or socket

• 1/2” wrench and/or socket

• 9/16” wrench and/or socket

• Phillips screw driver

• 1/4” or 3/8”drive ratchet

Manually Moving the Tractor

The tractor can be moved as long as the parking brake is not set. Do not tow the tractor. The tractor can be pushed slowly.

Installing the Steering Wheel Assembly

If the steering wheel assembly for your tractor did not come already installed, follow the steps below:

1. Slide the pedestal cap (a) onto the steering shaf t (b) so that when the steering shaft (b) is installed on the tractor, the pedestal cap (a) will be upright as shown in Figure 1.

Figure 1

2. Remove the shoulder bolt (c) and lock nut (d) from the steering shaft and retain for later steps. See Figure 2.

Figure 2

ASSEMBLY

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3. Position the steering wheel assembly over the lower steering shaft on the tractor. Align the steering wheel so that its largest opening faces forward when the tractor wheels are straight.

4. Lower the steering wheel assembly (a) onto the lower steering shaft (b) and secure with the shoulder bolt (c) and lock nut (d)previously removed. See Figure 2.

5. Tighten the shoulder bolt and lock nut using a 9/16” wrench or socket and 7/16”wrench or socket.

6. Remove the pedestal cap mount screw factory installed and located on the tractor’s steering console. Retain the screw for later instruc tions. See Figure 3.

2. Remove the two self-tapping bolts (a) factory installed on the tractor. See Figure 5.

Figure 5

3. Align the seat bracket (a) in place over the holes from where the self-tapping bolts (b) were removed, as shown in Figure 6.

Figure 3

7. Connect the headlight wire terminals (a). Slide the pedestal cap (b) down onto the tractor and slightly rotate to the right to clip into place. Secure the pedestal cap (b) with the screw (c) previously removed. See Figure 3.

Attaching the Seat

If the seat for your tractor was not attached at the factory, follow the applicable instructions below to attach it.

1. Remove the shoulder bolts (a) and lock nuts (b) from the seat mounting bracket (c) included in your hardware pack. See Figure 4.

Figure 6

4. Using a 1/4” drive ratchet with a 3/8” socket, secure the seat bracket (a) with the self-tapping bolts (b) removed in step 2. See Figure 6.

CAUTION

Do not use any type of power tool (e.g. impact gun or electric drill with nut driver attached) when tightening the self-tapping bolts to attach the seat bracket.

Figure 4

ASSEMBLY

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5. Position the seat assembly over the seat mounting bracket, aligning the holes provided. See Figure 7.

6. Install the two shoulder bolts (a) and lock nuts (b) removed from the seat mounting bracket (c) in Step 1. See Figure 7.

Figure 7

Note: Make sure that the bolt’s shoulder is completely recessed into the seat bracket when securing the lock nut.

7. To adjust the position of the seat, loosen the adjustment knob (d) on the bottom of the seat. Slide the seat forward or backward as desired. Securely retighten the adjustment knob. Refer to Figure 7.

Installing the Deck Chute

Important: Make certain that the upper-rear portion of deck chute (b) is depressing the safety switch (e) located on the deck surface and under the tab (f) on the rear deck bracket (g). The blade(s) will not start without the deck chute (b) properly in place.

10. Secure the deck chute (b) by tightening the wing knobs (a) removed in step

1. See Figure 8.

Installing the Mulch Plug (If equipped)

WARNING

Never operate this tractor without either the mulch plug or deck chute installed.

1. Remove the wing knobs (a) installed on the mowing deck and retain for later installation. See Figure 9.

WARNING

Never operate this tractor without either the mulch plug or deck chute installed.

8. Remove the wing knobs (a) installed on the mowing deck and retain for later installation. See Figure 8.

9. Install the deck chute (b) into the deck discharge opening on the deck. The rear of the chute should be under the tab (f) on the rear deck bracket (g). The studs (c) on the deck surface will f it through the holes on the upper portion of the deck chute. The small tab (d) on the deck lip area will fit through the square cutout on the lower portion of the deck chute. See Figure 8.

Figure 8

Figure 9

2. Install the mulch plug (b) into the deck discharge opening on the deck. The rear of the mulch plug (b) should be under the tab (f) on the rear deck bracket (g). The studs (c) on the deck surface will fit through the holes on the upper portion of the mulch plug (b). The small tab (d) on the deck lip area will fit through the square cutout on the lower portion of the mulch plug (b). See Figure 9.

Important: Make certain that the upper-rear portion of mulch plug (b) is depressing the safety switch (e) located on the deck surface and under the tab (f) on the rear deck bracket (g). The blade(s) will not start without the mulch plug (b) properly in place.

3. Secure the mulch plug (b) by tightening the wing knobs (a) removed in step 1.

ASSEMBLY

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Installing the Bumper (If equipped)

1. Remove the two screws (a) as shown in Figure 10.

Figure 10

2. Position the bumper (b) over the mounting holes and secure using the screws (a) removed in Step 1. See Figure 10.

Tire Pressure

WARNING

Equal tire pressure should be maintained at all times. Never exceed the maximum inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of the tire.

The recommended operating tire pressure is:

• 10 psi for the rear tires

• 14 psi for the front tires

Important: Refer to the tire sidewall for exact rating of the tire or maximum psi. Do not overinflate. Uneven tire pressure could cause the cutting deck to mow unevenly.

Charging the Batteries

WARNING

California Proposition 65

This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

WARNING

The batterie s contain corrosive fluid and toxic material — HANDLE WITH CARE. Keep away from children. Do not puncture, disassemble, mutilate, or incinerate. Explosive gases could be vented during charging or discharging. Charge in a well ventilated area, away from sources of ignition.

WARNING

Recharge only with the charger provided with this tractor. A charger that is not suitable for this machine may damage the batteries or create the risk of fire.

Do not charge or operate the tractor in the rain or in wet conditions.

WARNING

Rechargeable batteries degrade with time and use. The batteries may eventually need to be replaced. To have the batteries replaced, contact your authorized service dealer.

1. Lif t the charge port door (a), located on the rear body panel of the tractor. See Figure 11.

Figure 11

2. Insert the charging cord (b) into the charge port (c). Plug charger cord (b) into wall outlet. See Figure 11.

Note: It will take approximately 4 hours to fully charge the batteries. Note: The Vehicle Control Module (VCM) LED’s will blink continuously when

charging and the LCD display will display percentage of charge. The battery is completely charged when all green lights are illuminated and the LCD displays 100%. Refer to the Operator’s Manual for more charging tips.

Note: When the charging cord is plugged into the tractor and not yet plugged into the wall, the LED’s will illuminate continuously until the cord is plugged into the wall.

3. If at any time you get a charger fault when charging your battery, follow these procedures:

a. Turn the power key off. b. Unplug the charger from the tractor. c. Unplug the charger from the power source. d. Plug the charger back into the power source. e. Plug the charger back into the tractor. f. It the problem persists contact qualified service personnel.

Battery Charging Tips

• Use only the battery charger provided with this tractor.

• The batter ies should be fully charged before the ini tial use.

• Never charge a frozen battery.

• It is recommended that the tractor be charged once every month during off-season storage.

• Always disconnect battery charger (or extension cord, if used) from the electrical outlet first, then disconnect battery charger from the charging port.

• It is recommended that the batteries be fully charged after each use. Storing batteries in a discharged state could reduce future performance.

• It will take approximately 4 hours to fully charge the batteries. Leaving the batteries connected to the charger for more than 4 hours will not damage the batteries.

• The batteries do not develop a memory and do not need to be fully discharged before recharging.

OPERATION

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PTO (Blades ON/OFF) Button

Located on the VCM, the PTO button is used to engage the blades. To operate, press the PTO button for one

second. The green indicator light below the PTO button is illuminated when there is power to the cutting deck and the LCD Screen displays “CUT DECK ON.” Pressing the PTO button again will disengage power to the cutting deck. The green indicator light is not illuminated when there is no power to the cutting deck.

Reverse Caution Mode (RCM) Button

CAUTION

Prior to operating the tractor, refer to the Operation section of this manual for detailed instructions regarding operating the tractor in REVERSE CAUTION MODE.

Located on the VCM, the RCM button allows the tractor to be operated in reverse with the blade(s)

engaged. To activate the RCM, press the RCM button down for three seconds. When activated, the red indicator light is illuminated. To de-activate the RCM, press the RCM button again. When the RCM is not activated, the red indicator light is not illuminated. Refer to the Operation section of this manual for more information on operating the tractor in the

Figure 12

Note: References to LEFT, RIGHT, FRONT, and REAR indicate that position on the tractor when facing forward while seated in the operator’s seat.

Vehicle Control Module (VCM) (A)

WARNING

Never leave a running mac hine unattended. Always disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop tracto r and remove power key to prevent unintended starting.

The vehicle control module (VCM) is located on the left fender of the tractor seated in the operator’s position.

The VCM is the location of several control buttons for your tractor. The VCM inludes the START/STOP

button, PTO (blades ON/OFF) button , Reverse Caution Mode (RCM) button, Headlight button, Cruise Control button, LCD Screen and the Battery Level Indicator.

CAUTION

Prior to operating the tractor, refer to both Safety Interlock Switches and Starting The Tractor in the Operation section of this manual for

detailed instructions regarding the VCM and operating the tractor in

REVERSE CAUTION MODE.

Start/Stop Button

Located on the VCM, the start/stop button is used to start and stop the tractor.

reverse caution mode.

Note: Mowing in reverse is not recommended.

WARNING

Use extreme caution while operating the tractor in the REVERSE CAUTION MODE. Always look down and behind before and while backing. Do not operate the trac tor when children or others are around. Stop the tractor immediately if someone enters the area.

Headlight Button

Located on the VCM, the headlight button is used to turn the headlights on or off.

Cruise Control Button

Located on the VCM, pressing the cruise control button while the tractor is in motion allows the tractor to remain at a constant ground speed without applying pressure to the forward drive pedal, the LCD Screen displays “CRUISE ON” when

the cruise control is activated. The cruise control can be disengaged by pressing either the cruise control button, the brake pedal or the drive pedal. Refer to the Operation section of this manual for detailed instructions regarding the cruise control feature.

Note: Cruise control will not engage at the tractor’s fastest ground speed. If the operator should attempt to do so, the tractor will automatically decelerate to the fastest optimal mowing ground speed.

Note: Cruise control will not engage in reverse.

LCD Screen & Battery Level Indicator

Located on the VCM, the LCD display & battery level indicator are used to provide instructions, warnings and information about your tractor systems and the battery level of your trac tor.

OPERATION

Key Switch (B)

Style B1 (If Equipped)

The key switch is located on the left fender and sends power to the VCM when the switch is in the ON (I) position. The tractor cannot be started unless the key switch is in the ON (I) position. Turning the switch to the OFF (O) position turns the tractor off and stops the flow of power to the VCM.

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Note: Before your tractor can be started, the safety label covering the key switch must be removed.

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when the tractor is on display. Peel off the label to

access the key switch.

Style B2 (If Equipped)

Forward Drive Pedal (C)

The forward drive pedal is located on the right side of the steering column, along the running board. Press the forward drive pedal forward to cause the tractor to travel forward. Ground speed is also controlled with the forward drive pedal. The further forward the pedal is pressed, the faster the tractor will travel. The pedal will return to its original/neutral position when it is released.

Reverse Drive Pedal (D)

The reverse drive pedal is located on the right side of the steering column along the running board. Ground speed is also controlled with the reverse drive pedal. The further rearward the pedal is pressed, the faster the tractor will travel. The pedal will return to its original/neutral position when it is released.

Brake Pedal (E)

The brake pedal is located on the left side of the steering column, along the running board. Depress the pedal all the way down to engage the disc brake and bring the tractor to a complete stop.

Note: The brake pedal must be completely depressed to start the tractor. Refer to Safety Interlock Switches for more information.

Parking Brake Lever (F)

To set the parking brake, fully depress the brake pedal. Move the parking brake lever all the way back and into the parking brake position. Release the brake pedal to allow the parking brake to engage.

To release the parking brake, depress the brake pedal and move the parking brake lever forward and out of the parking brake position. Release the brake pedal.

Deck Lift Lever (G)

Located on your tractor’s right fender, the deck lift lever is used to change the height of the cutting deck (5 positions). To use, move the lever to the left, then place in the notch best suited for your application. The lowest position is “1” and the highest position is “5” Position “1” is approximately a 1” cutting height, Position “5” is approximately a 4” cutting height and the change in height is approximately 3/4” between each position.

Headlight (H)

The headlight is ON whenever the key switch is ON and the headlight button is pressed. To turn the headlight OFF, press the headlight button again.

Charging Port (I)

The charging port for the tractor is located on the rear of the tractor. To access the charging port, lift up on the charging port cover.

Cup Holder (J)

The cup holder is located to the left of the operator’s seat.

Operation

WARNING

Avoid Serious Injury or Death Know location and function of all controls. Remove objects which could be thrown by the blade(s). Go up and down slopes, not across. Use extra caution on slopes. Do not mow or drive on slopes greater

than 12°/21%. Avoid sudden turns. Use low speed. Always engage the parking brake when turning the key switch off on

an incline. Do not operate machine where it could tip or slip. If machine stops going uphill, stop blade(s) and back down slowly. Before leaving operator’s position, disengage blade(s), engage parking

brake, shut off and remove key. Be sure blade(s) and power are off before placing hands or feet near

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

working. Keep bystanders away. Allow machine to cool before storing. Keep machine free of debris. Read Operator’s Manual

Safety Interlock Switches

This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system for the protection of the operator. If the interlock system should ever malfunction, do not operate the tractor. Contact an authorized service dealer.

• The safety interlock system prevents the tractor from operating the tractor unless the operator is in the seat with the brake pedal fully depressed or the parking brake set and the drive pedal in the NEUTRAL position..

• The tractor will not operate with the charger cord plugged into the charging port and/or the charging port cover open or removed.

• The tractor will not operate unless the discharge chute, mulch plug or bagger chute is in place and properly installed.

• The tractor will automatically shut off the blade(s) and drive motors if the operator leaves the seat.

Note: To restart the tractor, follow the proper starting procedures.

OPERATION

WARNING

Do not operate the tractor if the safety interlock system is malfunctioning. This system was designed for your safety and protection.

Engaging the Parking Brake

1. Fully depress the brake pedal and hold it down with your foot.

2. Move the parking brake lever back into the parking brake position.

3. Release the brake pedal to allow the parking brake to engage.

Releasing the Parking Brake

1. Depress the brake pedal and move the parking brake lever forward out of the parking brake position.

Setting the Cutting Height

Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing the deck lift lever in any of the five (5) different cutting height notches on the right side of the fender.

WARNING

Keep hands and feet away from the discharge opening of the cutting deck.

Refer to Leveling the Deck in the Service & Maintenance section of this manual for more detailed instructions regarding deck adjustment.

Starting the Tractor

WARNING

Do not operate the t ractor if the interloc k system is malfunc tioning. This system was de signed for your safet y and protection.

1. Unplug the charging cord (if necessary). If the cord is still plugged in a reminder will display on the VCM when the key switch is turned on.

2. Sit in the operator’s seat. A reminder will display on the VCM if the operator is not in the seat when the key switch is turned on.

3. Insert the power key into the key switch.

4. Fully depress the brake pedal or set the parking brake. If the brake is not engaged a reminder will display on the VCM when the key switch is turned on.

Stopping the Tractor

WARNING

If you strike a foreign object, stop the trac tor, turn the power key to OFF and remove. Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage. Repair the damage before restarting and operating.

1. If the blade is engaged, press the PTO button to disengage the PTO.

2. Press the start/stop button for one second (one beep) or turn the power key counter-clockwise to the OFF (O) position.

3. Remove the key from the key switch to prevent unintended starting.

Driving the Tractor

WARNING

Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed and sudden stops.

WARNING

Do not leave the seat of the tractor without first pressing the PTO button to turn off the blade(s), depressing the brake pedal and engaging the parking brake. If leaving the trac tor unattended, also turn the power key to the OFF position and remove the power key.

WARNING

Always look down and behind before and while backing up to avoid a back-over accident.

1. To travel FORWARD, slowly press the forward drive pedal to travel FORWARD until the desired speed is reached.

2. To travel in REVERSE, slowly press the reverse drive pedal until the desired speed is reached.

3. The tractor is brought to a stop by releasing the forward or reverse drive pedal and/or depressing the brake pedal.

WARNING

Before leaving the operator’s position for any reason, disengage the blade(s), engage the parking brake, turn the key switch to OFF position and remove the power key.

Reverse Caution Mode (RCM)

The REVERSE CAUTION MODE button allows the tractor to be operated in reverse with the blade(s) (PTO) engaged.

Note: Mowing in reverse is not recommended.

WARNING

5. Turn the power key clockwise to the ON (I)position.

6. Press the start/stop button down for two seconds (two beeps).

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