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GTH2654

Owner's Manual

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SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROW ING OBJECTS. FAILURE

TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

• Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher,

WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci den tal starting when setting up, trans port ing, ad just ing or making repairs, al ways dis con nect spark plug wire and place wire where it can not contact spark plug.

WARNING: Do not coast down a hill in neutral, you may lose control of the tractor.

WARNING: Tow only the attachments that are rec om mend ed by and comply with spec i ﬁ ca tions of the man u fac tur er of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Operate only at the low est possible speed when on a slope. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dan ger ous. Tires can lose trac tion with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor.

WARNING

Engine exhaust, some of its con stit u ents, and cer tain vehicle com po nents contain or emit chem i cals known to the State of Cal i for nia to cause can cer and birth de fects or oth er re pro duc tive harm.

discharge guard, or other safety devices in place and working.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting.

• Disengage blades when not mowing. Shut off engine and wait for all parts to come to a complete stop before cleaning the machine, removing the grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge guard.

• Operate machine only in daylight or good artiﬁ cial light.

• Do not operate the machine while under the inﬂ uence of alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for trafﬁ c when operating near or crossing road ways.

• Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck.

• Always wear eye protection when operating machine.

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

• Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for wheel weights or counterweights.

• Keep machine free of grass , leaves or other debris build-up which can touch hot exhaust / engine parts and burn. Do not allow the mower deck to plow leaves or other debris which can cause build-up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or storing the machine. Allow machine to cool before storage.

WARNING

Battery posts, terminals and related ac ces so ries contain lead and lead compounds, chem i cals known to the State of Cal i for nia to cause can cer and birth defects or oth er re pro duc tive harm. Wash hands after handling.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual before starting.

• Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the in struc tions, to operate the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blades.

• Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operating. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while back ing.

• Never direct discharged material toward anyone. Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet back toward the operator. Stop the blades when crossing gravel surfaces.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

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

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

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

• Choose a low ground speed so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope.

• Do not mow on wet grass. Tires may lose traction.

Always keep the machine in gear when going down

slopes. Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill.

• Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on a slope. If the tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope.

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction, which could cause the machine to roll over.

• Use extra care while operating machine with grass catchers or other at tach ments; they can affect the stability of the machine. Do no use on steep slopes.

• Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground.

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The machine could suddenly roll over if a wheel is over the edge or if the edge caves in.

SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to

Never

the ma chine and the mowing activity. children will remain where you last saw them.

• Keep children out of the mowing area and in the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator.

• Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area.

• Before and while backing, look behind and down for small children.

• Never carry children, even with the blades shut off. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. Children who have been given rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing area for another ride and be run over or backed over by the machine.

• Never allow children to operate the machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block your view of a child.

assume that

IV. TOWING

• Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at the hitch point.

• Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes.

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

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

• Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.

V. SERVICE

SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE

To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely ﬂ ammable and the vapors are explosive.

• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition.

• Use only approved gasoline container.

• Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling.

• Never fuel the machine indoors.

• Never store the machine or fuel container where there is an open ﬂ ame, spark, or pilot light such as on a water heater or other appliances.

• Never ﬁ ll containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle when ﬁ lling.

• Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.

• Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.

• If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.

• Never overﬁ ll fuel tank. Replace gas cap and tighten securely.

GENERAL SERVICE

• Never operate machine in a closed are.

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

• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuelsoaked debris. Allow machine to cool before storing.

• If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the machine. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

• Never make any adjustments or repairs with the engine run ning.

• Check grass catcher components and the discharge guard frequently and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary.

• Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

• Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required.

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

• Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operating. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Al ways look down and behind before and while backing.

• Keep children out of the mowing area and in the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator.

• Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area.

• Before and while backing, look behind and down for small children.

• Mow up and down slopes (15° Max), not across.

• Choose a low ground speed so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope.

• Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on a slope. If the tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope.

• If machine stops while going uphill, disengage blades, shift into reverse and back down slowly.

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

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline Capacity 5.0 Gallons and type: Unleaded Regular

Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

Oil Capacity: W/ Filter: 4.0 Pints W/O Filter: 3.75 Pints

Spark Plug: Champion (Gap: .040") QC12YC

Ground Speed (MPH): Forward: 0 – 5.8 Reverse: 0 – 2.1

Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI Rear: 10 PSI

Charging System: 16 AMPS @ 3600 RPM

Battery: AMP/HR: 35 MIN. CCA: 280 CASE SIZE: U1R

Blade Bolt Torque: 45–55 FT. LBS.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “Stor age” sec tions of this own er’s manual.

WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal com bus tion engine and should not be used on or near any un im proved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-cov ered land unless the en gine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting ap pli ca ble local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.

A spark arrester for the mufﬂ er is available through your nearest authorized service centre/depar tment (See RE PA IR PARTS section of this manual).

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manu fac tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/ department We have competent, well-trained tech ni cians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor prop erly. Always observe the “SAFETY RULES”.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES ......................................................... 2-3

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ....................................... 4

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES................................. 4

ASSEMBLY ................................................................. 6-9

OPERATION ........................................................... 10-15

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 16

MAINTENANCE ...................................................... 16-19

SERVICE AND AD JUST MENTS ............................ 20-25

STORAGE ....................................................................26

TROU BLE SHOOT ING ............................................27-28

REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ..................................30-45

WARRANTY................................................................. 47

UNASSEMBLED PARTS

Steering

Wheel Insert

Steering Wheel

Steering Sleeve

Seat

Steering

Wheel Adapter

Gauge Wheel

(4) Adjusting Bar

(4) Washers

3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga.

(4) Shoulder Bolt

(4) Locknut

3/8-16

(4) Wheels

(4) Retainer Springs (double loop)

(4) Clevis Pins

Nose Roller

(4) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 3/4

(4) Lockwasher

(2) Retainer Springs (double loop)

Mower

(2)Flanged Pins

Retainer

Rod

(2) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 1

(1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use

Spring

Nose Roller Brackets

Keys

(2) Keys

(2) Locknuts

5/16-18

Slope Sheet

ASSEMBLY

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Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Stan dard wrench sizes are listed.

(1) 9/16" wrench (1) Tire pressure gauge (2) 1/2" wrenches (1) Utility knife (1) 3/4" wrench (1) Pliers

When right or left hand is mentioned in this man ual, it means when you are in the operating po si tion (seated be hind the steer ing wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CAR TON

UNPACK CARTON

• Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton.

• Cut along dotted lines on all four panels of carton. Remove end panels and lay side panels ﬂ at.

• Remove mower and packing materials.

• Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove.

STEERING WHEEL

STEERING SHAFT

STEERING SLEEVE

STEERING WHEEL INSERT

LOCK NUT

LARGE FLAT WASHER

STEERING WHEEL ADAPTOR

BEFORE REMOVING TRAC TOR FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

• Remove locknut and large ﬂ at wash er from steering shaft.

• Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward.

• Slide the steering sleeve over the steering shaft.

• Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal (left to right) and slide onto steering wheel adapter.

• Secure steering wheel to steering shaft with locknut and large ﬂ at wash er pre vi ous ly removed. Tight en securely.

• Snap steering wheel insert into cen ter of steering wheel.

• Remove protective materials from tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES IN SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR IS TO ROLL OFF SKID.

FIG. 1

CHECK BATTERY (See Fig. 2)

• Lift hood to raised position.

• If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps. (See "BATTERY" in MAINTENANCE section of this manual for charging instructions).

LABEL

FIG. 2

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3)

Seat position should be adjusted forward or backward so that the operator can comfortably reach clutch/brake pedal and safely operate the tractor.

ASSEMBLY

• Remove the two (2) bolts and ﬂ at washers securing the seat to cardboard packing. Keep the two (2) bolts only and place them with the two (2) identical bolts and four (4) washers in the parts bag. Discard the ﬂ at washers and cardboard packing.

• Release L.H. seat slide on seat pan by pulling out on adjustment handle and sliding it to the rear position exposing seat mount ing holes from bot tom. Slide R.H. slide to same rear position.

• Mount rear of seat on slides using mount ing bolts and lock washers as shown.

• Pull out on adjustment handle and slide seat all the way forward. Install front mounting bolts and lock washers. Tight en all mounting bolts securely.

• Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat. Press clutch/brake pedal all the way down. If operating position is not comfortable, adjust seat.

• To adjust seat: Grasp adjustment handle and pull out, slide seat to desired po si tion and release adjustment handle.

L.H. SEAT

ADJUSTMENT HANDLE

LOCK WASHERS

SLIDE

SEAT PA N

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R.H. SEAT SLIDE

SEAT

• Sit on seat in operating position, depress brake pedal and set the parking brake.

• Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.

• Start the engine. After engine has started, move throttle control to idle position.

• Release parking brake.

• Slowly move the mo tion control lever for ward and slowly drive tractor off skid.

• Apply brake to stop trac tor, set park ing brake and place motion con trol lever in neutral po si tion.

• Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.

Continue with the in struc tions that follow.

ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER DECK (See Fig. 4A and 4B)

The gauge wheels are designed to keep the mower deck in proper position when operating mower.

• Slide gauge wheel bar down into bracket channel, Be sure that gauge wheel bar aligning holes are on top. As sem ble gauge wheels as shown using shoulder bolts, 3/8 washers and 3/8-16 center locknuts and tighten securely.

• For ease of mower to tractor as sem bly, set all the gauge wheels in the fourth hole from top. Retain with clevis pins and spring retainers.

RETAINER SPRING

MOUNT ING BOLTS

FIG. 3

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid.

Follow the ap pro pri ate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op er a tion section for location and function of con trols)

• Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest po si tion.

• Release parking brake by de press ing brake ped al.

• Place freewheel control in "trans mis sion dis en gaged position" (See “TO TRANS PORT” in the Op er a tion section of this manual).

• Roll tractor forward off skid.

TO DRIVE TRAC TOR OFF SKID (See Op er a tion section for location and function of con trols)

WARNING: Before star t ing, read, un der stand and fol low

all in struc tions in the Op er a tion section of this man u al. Be sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other peo ple and objects.

• Be sure all the above assembly steps have been completed.

• Check engine oil level and ﬁ ll fuel tank with gasoline.

• Place freewheel control in "trans mis sion en gaged" po si tion (see "TO TRANSPORT" in Op er a tion section of this manual).

SHOULDER BOLT

GAUGE WHEEL

3/8 WASHER

AD JUST ING BAR

3/8-16 CENTER LOCKNUT

FIG. 4A

SET ALL WHEELS TO 4TH HOLE FROM TOP

FIG. 4B

ASSEMBLY

TO ATTACH NOSE ROLLER (See Fig. 5)

• Assemble brackets "A" and "B" to the inside of mower mounting brack ets as shown. Tighten securely.

NOTE: Be sure bracket tabs are po si tioned in tab holes in mower brackets.

• Position nose roller between brackets and install rod and retainer spring.

HEX BOLT

ROD

"B" BRACKET

NOSE ROLLER

TAB HOLE

"A" BRACKET

LOCK NUT

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RETAINER SPRING

FIG. 5

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 6 and 7)

Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension arms are raised with attachment lift control. Engage park ing brake.

• Turn steering wheel to the left as far as it will go and position mower on right side of tractor with deﬂ ector shield to the right.

• Remove plastic tie strap from mower belt and check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves.

• Slide mower under tractor until it is centered under tractor. DO NOT connect any pins. When properly centered the front mower brackets should be aligned so when the front suspension plate is lowered it should slide between the mower brackets.

• Lower attachment lift lever to lowest position.

• Cut plastic tie and lower front suspension plate.

• ATTACH FRONT PLATE - From left side of mower, position front plate assembly between front mower brackets, align holes, position ﬂ anged pin notch horizontally and insert the pin all the way. The notch is in line with the hole in pin.

• Secure pin with double loop retainer spring between the plate and mower bracket. If necessary, move mower side-to-side to give space between plate and mower bracket.

• Go to right hand side of mower and insert pin and retainer spring in the same manner.

• CONNECT REAR PINS - Connect right hand side ﬁ rst. Pull out and hold the spring loaded pin, align hole in suspension arm and release pin. Be sure pin returns to fully seated position and is attached to the suspension arm.

• Go to left side of mower and connect rear pin in the same manner.

• Disengage belt tension rod.

• From right side of tractor, install belt onto engine clutch pulley.

IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES.

• Engage belt tension rod on locking bracket.

BELT TENSION ROD DISENGAGED POSITION

GAUGE WHEEL

LOCKING BRACKET

REAR MOWER PINS

ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY

SUSPENSION ARMS

FRONT PLATE ASSEMBLY

FRONT MOWER BRACKET

DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER SPRINGS

FLANGED PIN POSITION NOTCH HORIZONTALLY

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DE FLEC TOR SHIELD

FIG. 6

ASSEMBLY

CAUTION: Belt tension rod is spring loaded. Have a tight grip on rod and engage slowly.

• Raise attachment lift lever to highest position.

• Adjust gauge wheels before op er at ing mower as shown in the Operation section of this manual.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinﬂ ated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leveled. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Ser vice and Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS

See the ﬁ gures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments sec tion of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted. See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

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CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

✓ All assembly instructions have been com plet ed. ✓ No remaining loose parts in carton. ✓ Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum

1 hour at 6 amps).

✓ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. ✓ All tires are properly inﬂ ated. (For shipping purposes,

the tires were overinﬂ ated at the factory).

✓ Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/

front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly inﬂ ated for leveling).

✓ Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed

properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

✓ Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure

and wires are properly clamped.

✓ Before driving tractor, be sure free wheel control is in

“transmission engaged” position (see “TO TRANS PORT” in the Operation section of this man u al).

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

✓ Engine oil is at proper level. ✓ Fuel tank is ﬁ lled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasoline.

✓ Become familiar with all controls, their location and

function. Operate them before you start the engine.

✓ Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition. ✓ Be sure Operator Presence System and Reverse Op-

eration System (ROS) are working properly (See the Operation and Maintenance sections in this manual).

✓ It is important to purge the transmission before op er -

at ing your tractor for the ﬁ rst time. Follow proper starting and transmission purging instructions (See “TO START EN GINE” and “PURGE TRANSMISSION” in the Op er a tion section of this manual).

OPERATION

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.

REVERSE

ENGINE OFF

OVER TEMP

LIGHT

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

NEUTRAL

REVERSE

OPERATION

SYSTEM (ROS)

FUEL

HIGH

ENGINE ON

OIL PRESSURE

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED

LIGHTS ON

LOW

ENGINE START

BATTERY

DANGER, KEEP HANDS

AND FEET AWAY

CHOKE

PARKING BRAKE

REVERSE

DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, might result in minor or moderate injury.

FAST

FORWARD

KEEP AREA CLEAR

SLOW

PARKING BRAKE

LOCKED

MOWER HEIGHT

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

IGNITION SWITCH

PARKING BRAKE

UNLOCKED

MOWER LIFT

SLOPE HAZARDS

Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury or death. The safety alert symbol is used to identify safety information about hazards which can result in death, serious injury and/or property damage.

CAUTION when used without the alert symbol, indicates a situation that could result in damage

to the tractor and/or engine.

HOT SURFACES indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in death, serious injury and/or property damage.

FIRE indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in death, serious injury and/or property damage.

OPERATION

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR.

Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this man ual for future reference.

MOTION DRIVE BELT TENSION HAN DLE

FREEWHEEL CONTROL

THROTTLE CONTROL

BRAKE PEDAL

AMMETER

CHOKE CON TROL

IGNITION SWITCH

TECH

LIGHT SWITCH

HEIGHT AD JUST MENT KNOB

HOURMETER

AMPS

ROS "ON" POSITION

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER

LIFT LEVER

PARKING BRAKE LEVER

MOTION CONTROL LEVER

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Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.

AMMETER - Indicates battery charging(+) or discharg-

ing(-).

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH - Used to engage mow er blades or other attachments mounted to your trac tor.

BRAKE PEDAL - Used for brak ing the tractor and starting the engine.

CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine.

FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengages transmission for

push ing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB - Used to adjust the mow er height.

HOURMETER - Indicates hours of operation.

IGNITION SWITCH - Used to start and stop the engine.

LIFT LEVER - Used to raise and lower mower deck or

other attachments mounted to your tractor.

FIG. 7

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release attachment lift

lever when changing its position.

LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on and off.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the speed and

di rec tion of tractor.

MOTION DRIVE BELT TENSION HANDLE - Used when changing motion drive belt and, if necessary, starting engine under extremely cold conditions.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks brake pedal into the brake position.

REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) “ON” POSITION - Allows operation of mower deck or other powered

attachment while in reverse.

THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control engine speed.

OPERATION

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye dam age. Always wear safety glass es or eye shields while operating your tractor or per form ing any adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide

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vision safety mask over spectacles or stan dard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 8)

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens ing switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the op er a tor to leave the seat without ﬁ rst setting the parking brake will shut off the engine.

• Depress brake pedal into full “BRAKE” position and hold.

• Place parking brake lever in “ENGAGED” position and re lease pressure from brake pedal. Pedal should re main in “BRAKE” position. Make sure parking brake will hold tractor secure.

CHOKE

CON TROL THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER

BRAKE PEDAL “BRAKE” POSITION

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“DRIVE” PO SI TION

HEIGHT AD JUST MENT KNOB

PUSH IN TO “DISENGAGE”

IGNITION KEY

“DISENGAGED” PO SI TION

FIG. 8

STOPPING (See Fig. 8)

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades,move attachment clutch switch to “DIS EN GAGED” po si tion.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress brake pedal into full “BRAKE” position.

IMPORTANT: THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER RETURNS TO NEUTRAL (N) POSITION WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS FULLY DEPRESSED.

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position, before stop ping may cause engine to “backﬁ re”.

• Turn ignition key to “STOP” position and remove key. Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent un author ized use.

• Never use choke to stop engine.

AT TAC H MENT CLUTCH SWITCH PULL OUT TO “ENGAGE”

MOTION CONTROL LEVER

PARKING BRAKE “EN GAGED” PO SI TION

IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY

POSITION OTHER THAN "STOP" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DIS CHARGED, (DEAD).

NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot en gine exhaust gases may cause “browning” of grass. To eliminate this possibility, al ways stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas.

CAUTION: Always stop tractor com plete ly, as described above, before leav ing the operator's position; to empty grass catcher, etc.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 8)

Always operate engine at full throttle.

• Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate.

• Full throttle of fers the best mower per for mance.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 8)

Use choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine. Do not use to start a warm engine.

• knob in to disengage.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See Fig. 8)

CAUTION: Do not attempt to operate motion control lever when the parking brake is set or when the brake pedal is depressed. Doing so may result in misadjustment to the drive con trol sys tem.

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the motion control lever.

• Start tractor with motion control lever in neutral (N) position.

• Release parking brake.

• Slowly move motion control lever to desired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 8)

The cutting height is controlled by turning the height ad just ment knob in desired direction.

• Turn knob clockwise (

• Turn knob counterclockwise (

) to raise cutting height.

) to lower cutting

height.

The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2" to 4-1/2". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These heights are ap proxi mate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass being mowed.

OPERATION

• The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.

• For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the ﬁ rst cut relatively high; the second to desired height.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9)

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions.

NOTE:Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a ﬂ at level surface.

• Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See “TO AD JUST MOWER CUT TING HEIGHT” in the Operation sec tion of this manual).

• Remove retainer spring and clevis pin which secure each gauge wheel bar.

• Lower gauge wheels to ground. Raise gauge wheels slightly to align holes in bracket and gauge wheel bar and insert clevis pin. Gauge wheels should be slightly off the ground.

• Replace retainer spring into clevis pin.

• Be sure all gauge wheels are in the same setting.

IMPORTANT: BE SURE TO READJUST GAUGE WHEELS IF YOU CHANGE THE CUTTING HEIGHT OF THE MOWER DECK.

RE TA IN ER SPRING

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CLEVIS PIN

FIG. 9

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10)

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine. You must remain fully and centrally positioned in the seat to prevent the engine from hesitating or cutting off when operating your equipment on rough, rolling terrain or hills.

• Select desired height of cut.

• Lower mower with attachment lift control.

• Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control.

• TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment clutch con trol.

CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the en tire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the deﬂ ector shield in place.

LIFT LEVER HIGHEST POSIITON

LOWEST POSITION

ATTACHEMNT CLUTCH SWITCH PULL OUT TO "ENGAGE"

PUSH IN TO "DISENGAGE"

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DE FLEC TOR SHIELD

FIG. 10

REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)

Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine unless ignition key is placed in the ROS "ON" position.

WARNING: Backing up with the attachment clutch engaged while mowing is strongly discouraged. Turning the ROS "ON", to allow reverse operation with the attachment clutch engaged, should only be done when the operator decides it is necessary to reposition the machine with the attachment engaged. Do not mow in reverse unless

absolutely necessary.

USING THE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM -

• Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position.

• With engine running, turn ignition key counterclockwise

to ROS "ON" position.

• Look down and behind before backing.

• Slowly move motion control lever to reverse (R) po si tion

to start movement.

• When use of the ROS is no longer needed, turn the

ignition key clockwise to engine "ON" position.

ROS "ON" POSITION

ENGINE "ON" POSITION (NORMAL OPERATING)

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

WARNING: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15° and do not drive across any slope.

• Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down

hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary, push brake pedal

quickly to brake position and engage parking brake.

OPERATION

IMPORTANT: THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER RETURNS

TO NEUTRAL (N) POSITION WHEN THE BRAKE PED AL IS FULLY DEPRESSED.

• To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and brake pedal.

• Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting.

• Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT (See Figs. 7 and 11)

When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in free wheel ing po si tion. Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar of tractor.

• Raise attachment lift to highest position with at tach ment lift control.

• Pull freewheel control out and into the slot and release so it is held in the disengaged position.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than two (2) MPH.

• To reengage transmission, reverse above procedure.

Transmission Engaged

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Transmission Disengaged

FIG. 11

NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting

your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AT TACH MENTS

Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with speciﬁ cations of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already ﬁ lled with sum mer weight oil.

• Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.

• Remove oil ﬁ ll cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds, remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until “FULL” mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overﬁ ll.

• For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See “OIL VISCOSITY CHART” in the Maintenance sec tion of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Maintenance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank to bottom of ﬁ ller neck. Do not overﬁ ll. Use fresh, clean, regular un lead ed gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quan ti ties that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.

CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open ﬂ ame.

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES

BELOW32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE GAS O LINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER START ING.

CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gas o hol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to sep a ra tion and for ma tion of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before stor age of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next sea son. See Storage In struc tions for additional information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 7)

When starting the engine for the ﬁ rst time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine.

• Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission en gaged position.

• Sit on seat in operating position, depress brake pedal and set parking brake.

• Move attachment clutch to “DISENGAGED” position.

• Move throttle control to fast position

• Pull choke control out for a cold engine start attempt. For a warm engine start attempt the choke control may not be needed.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting procedures below.

• Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to “START” position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than ﬁ fteen sec onds per minute. If the engine does not start after several attempts, push choke control in, wait a few minutes and try again. If engine still does not start, pull the choke control out and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and above)

• When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until the engine begins to run smoothly. If the engine starts to run roughly, pull the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and then continue to push the control in slowly.

• The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above.

OPERATION

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COLD WEATHER STARTING (50° F and below)

• When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until the engine begins to run smoothly. Continue to push the choke control in small steps allowing the engine to accept small changes in speed and load, until the choke control is fully in. If the engine starts to run roughly, pull the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and then continue to push the control in slowly. This may require an engine warm-up period from several sec onds to several minutes, depending on the temperature.

NOTE: In extreme cold conditions, if engine will not start, you may need to disengage the motion drive belt as follows:

• Be sure parking brake is engaged.

• Remove retainer spring from the drive belt tension handle to relieve belt tension.

• Start engine and allow it to warm up for three (3) minutes.

• Shut-off engine and engage parking brake.

• Engage drive belt tension handle and replace the re tain er spring.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

• Before driving the unit in cold weather, the trans mis sion should be warmed up as follows:

• Be sure the trac tor is on level ground.

• Place the motion control lever in neu tral. Release the parking brake and let the brake slowly return to operating position.

• Allow one minute for transmission to warm up. This can be done during the engine warm up period.

• The attachments can be used during the engine warm-up period after the transmission has been warmed up and may require the choke con trol be pulled out slight ly.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See “TO ADJUST CARBURETOR” in the Service and Ad just ments section of this manual.

PURGE TRANSMISSION

• Move motion control lever to full forward position and hold for ﬁ ve (5) seconds. Move lever to full reverse position and hold for ﬁ ve (5) seconds. Repeat this procedure three (3) times.

NOTE: During this procedure there will be no movement of drive wheels. The air is being removed from hydraulic drive system.

• Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. Shutoff engine and set parking brake.

• Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in driving position (See “TO TRANSPORT” in this sec tion of manual).

• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed. Disengage parking brake.

• Slowly move motion control lever forward, after the tractor moves approximately ﬁ ve (5) feet, slowly move motion control lever to reverse position. After the tractor moves approximately ﬁ ve (5) feet return the motion control lever to the neutral (N) position. Repeat this procedure with the motion control lever three (3) times.

• Your tractor is now purged and now ready for normal op er a tion.

MOWING TIPS

• Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor.

• Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this man u al.

• The left hand side of mower should be used for trim ming.

• Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the tractor. This will result in a more even dis tri bu tion of clippings and more uniform cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by tur ning to the right so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until ﬁ nished (See Fig. 12).

CAUTION: Never engage or disengage freewheel lever while the engine is run ning.

To ensure proper operation and performance, it is rec om mend ed that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the ﬁ rst time. This procedure will remove any trapped air inside the transmission which may have de vel oped during shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION RE QUIRE REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT, IT SHOULD BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATION BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR.

• Place tractor safely on level surface with engine off and parking brake set.

• Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position (See “TO TRANSPORT” in this section of manual).

• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to slow position. Dis en gage parking brake

FIG. 12

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible ﬁ re hazard from dried clip pings. Make ﬁ rst cut relatively high; the second to the desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry before mowing.

• Always operate engine at full throttle when mow- ing to assure better mowing performance and proper dis charge of material. Regulate ground speed by se lect ing a low enough gear to give the mower cut ting per for mance as well as the quality of cut de sired.

• When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the at tach ment being used.

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