Husqvarna LO21H48E Owner’s Manual

Husqvarna

Y'[ H2148

Owner's Manual

For Parts and Service, call 1-800-448-7543

SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers &

IMPORTANT:THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLEOF AMPUTATINGHANDSAND FEET AND THROWINGOBJECTS. FAILURE

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

I. GENERAL OPERATION

. Road, understand, and follow atl inslructions in the

manual and on the machine before slarting.

, Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the

inslructions, to operate the machine.

. Clear the area of objects sech as rocks, toys, wire, etc.,

which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.

° Be sure the area is clear of cther people before mow-

ing. 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.

° Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do nct

point it al anyone. Do nct operale the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place.

° Slow down before turning. ° Never leave a running machine unaltended. Always

turn off blades, sol parking brake, slop engine, and

remove keys before dismounting.

° Turn ofl blades when not mowing. ° Slop engine before removing grass calcher or un-

clogging chute.

° Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. ° Do not operale the machine while under the influence

ofalcohol or drugs.

, Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing road-

ways.

° Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine

into a trailer or truck.

. Dala indicates thal operalors, age 60 years and above,

are invoIved in a large percentage of riding mower-re- laled injuries. These operators should evaluale their

ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and cthers from serious injury.

° Keep machine free of grass, leaves or other debris

build-up which can touch hct oxhausl / engine parts

and burn. Do nct 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.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor relaled to Ioss-of-control and tipover accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. Allslopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the

slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do nct mow it.

DO:

° Mow up and down slopes, nct across. ° Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.

° Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could

overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

° Use slow speed. Choose a Iow gear so that you will

not have to stop or shift while on the slope.

° Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for wheel

weights or counterweights to improve slabilily.

° Useextra care with grass calchers or °thor altachments"

These can change the slabilily of the machine.

° Keep atl movement on the slopes slow and gradual.

Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction.

, Avoid slarting or stopping on a slope. Iftireslosetrac-

tion, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope.

DO NOT:

° Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then,

turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.

o Do notmow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments.

The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.

° Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could

cause sliding.

° Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foct

on the ground.

. Do not use grass catcher on sleep slopes.

III. CHILDREN

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

the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children wilI remain where you lasl saw them.

, Keep children out of the mowing area and under the

watchful care of another responsible adult.

, Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area. , Before and when backing, look behind and down for

small children.

° Never carry children. They may fail off and be seriously

injured or interfere with safe machine operation.

, Never allow children to operate the machine. ° Useextra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,

trees, or cther objects that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

, Use extra care in handling gasoline and cther fuels.

They are flammable and vapors are explosive.

- Use only an approved container.

- Never remove gas cap or add fuet with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do

not smoke.

- Never refuel the machine indoors.

- Never storethe machine or fuel container inside where

there is an open flame, such as a water heater.

° Never run a machine inside a closed area. ° Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade atlachment bolts,

tight and keep equipment in good condition.

° Never tamper with safely devices. Check their proper

operalion regularly.

° Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or cther debris

build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to

cool before storing.

. Slop and inspect the equipment if you slrike an object.

Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

° Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine

running.

° Grass calcher componenls are subject to wear, dam-

age, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check

components and replace with manufacturer's recom- mended parts, when necessary.

° Mower bladesare sharp and can cut" Wrapthe blade(s) °r

wear gloves, and use exlra caution when servicing them.

° Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service

as required.

SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers &

Be sure the area isclear of other people before mowing. Stop

machine if anyone enters the area. Never carry passengers or children even with the blades

off.

Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always

look down and behind before and while backing.

Never carrychild ten.They may fall off and be seriously injured

or interfere with safe machine operation. Keep child ten out of the mowing area and under the watchful

care of another responsible adult. Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area.

Before and when becking, look behind and down for small children.

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

Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.

Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have

to stop or shift while on the slope. Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If 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.

dental starting when setting up, trans- WARNING: In order to prevent acci-

porting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire

and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug.

that are recommended by and comply WARNING: Tow only the attachments

with specifications of the manufacturer 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 dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor.

,&WARNING,&

Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and cer-

tain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductive harm.

& WARNING&

Battery posts, terminals and related accessories

contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth

defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline Capacity 4 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

Spark Plug: Champion QC12YC

(Gap: .030")

Ground Speed (MPH): Forward: 0 - 5.5

Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI

Charging System: 16 AM PS @ 3600 RPM

Battery: AMP/HR: 35

Blade Belt Torque: 45-55FT. LBS.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase ol a new tractor.

It has been designed, engineered and manulactured to give

you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily rem-

edy, please contact your nearesl authorized servicecenter/ department We have compelent, well-trained technicians 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 properly. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

W/O Filter: 3.75 Pints

Reverse: 0 - 2.4

Rear: 10 PSI

MIN CCA: 200 Case Size: U1R

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

* Read and observe the safety rules. ° Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring lor

and using your tractor.

° Follow the instructions under"Maintenance" and "Slot-

age" sections of this owner's manual.

WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal com-

bustion engine and should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered orgrass-covered land unless the engine's exhausl system is equipped with

a spark arrestor meeting applicable local or slale Iaws (if any). If a spark arresler is used, it should be maintained

in effective working order by the operator.

In the stale of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 ol the California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands.

A spark arrestor for the muffler is available through your nearest authorized service center/department (See REPAIR

PARTS section of this manual).

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 ADJUSTMENTS ............................ 20-25

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

TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................ 27-28

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

UNASSEMBLED PARTS

Steering

_ Wheel

Adapter

(4) Adjusting Bars

Steering Wheel

(4_)Locknuts 3/8-16

4) Retainer Springs le loop)

Steering

Wheel Insert

Gauge Wheels

Mower

(21F!anged

(1)Front Plate _'_ '_ _

Assembly

(2) Retainer Springs (5) Retainer Springs

(4) Shoulder Bo_ts_

(4) Wheels

(4) Clevis Pins

i __(4) Washers

3/8 x 3/4_x 14 Ga

(2) Locknuts

5/16 x 18

I I

Nose Roller

Retainer Spring

Nose Roller

...... Rod

(2) Hex Bolts

5/16 x 18x 1

Nose Roller %,o."

Brackets

Seat

(1)Washer17/32_1_3/_6x 12Gauge

Keys

(1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use

(1) Knob

Slope Sheet

ASSEMBLY

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 tooIs as necessary to insure proper tightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench sct will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed.

(1) Tire pressure gauge (2) 3/4" wrenches (1) Utility knife

(2) 7/16" wrenches (1) 3/4" socket w/drive ratchet (1) Pliers

When right orlefthand ismentioned in this manual, itmeans when you are in the operating position (seated behind the

steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

° Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons

from carton.

, Cut along dolted lines on all four panels of carton.

Remove end panels and lay side panels flat.

o Remove mower and packing materials. , Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and

remove.

ADAPTER_

STEERING SHAFT

I LARGE FLAT

__WASHER

WHEEL INSERT

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM

SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

, Remove Iocknut and large flal washer from sleeting

shaft.

, Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing

straight forward.

, Position sleering wheel so cross bars are horizontal

(left to right) and sIide onto steering wheel adapter.

, Secure steering wheel to sleering shall with Iocknut

and large flat washer previously removed. Tighten securely.

° Snap steering wheel insert into center of sleeting

wheel

° Remove prctective materials from tractor hood and

grill.

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES IN

SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRESWHERETRACTOR ISTO

ROLLOFF SKID.

FIG. 1

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY (See Fig. 2)

, Lifl hood to raised position. , If this ballery is put into service aller month and year

indicaled on label (label located between terminals) charge baltery for minimum of one hour al 6-10 amps.

(See "BATTE RY" in Maintenance section d this manual

for charging instructions).

LABEL

FIG. 2

ASSEMBLY

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3)

Adjasl seal before tightening adjaslment knob. o Remove adjustmenl knob and flat washer securing

seat to cardboard packing and sol aside lor assembly ol seat to tractor.

o Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard pack-

ing. Remove the cardboard packing and discard.

o Place seal on seal pan so head of shoulder bolt is

positioned over large slotted hole in pan.

o Push down on seal to engage shoulder bolt in slot and

pull seal towards rear of tractor.

, Pivot seal and pan forward and assemble adjaslment

knob and flat washer loosely. Do not tighten.

o Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat. o Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached

which allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

o Get off seat without moving its adjusted position. o Raise seat and tighten adjaslment knob securely.

SHOULDER

BOLT

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op-

eration section for location and function of

controls)

AI_ WARNING: Before starting, read, understand and follow atl inslructions in the Operalion section of this manual. Be

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of cther people and objects. o Be sure all the above assembly slops have been com-

pleted. o Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline. o Place freewheel control in "transmission engaged"

position (see "TO TRANSPORT" in Operation section

ol this manual). o Sit on seat in operaling position, depress clutch/brake

pedal and set the parking brake. o Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position.

o Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever

to its highest position. o Slart the engine.Alter engine has started, movethrottle

control to idle position. o Release parking brake. o Slowly move the motion conl rol lever forward and slowly

drive tractor offskid. o Apply brake tostop tractor, set parking brake and place

ruction control lever in neutral position. o Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.

Continue with the inslructions that lollow.

KNOB

FIG. 3

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

Follow the apprepriale instruction below to remove the

tractor from the skid.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op- eration section for location and function of

controls)

o Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever

to its highest position.

o Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake

pedal.

o Place freewheel control in "transmission disengaged

position" (See '%0 TRANSPORT" in the Operation section of this manual).

o Roll tractor lorward off skid.

TO ATTACH NOSE ROLLER (See Fig. 4)

o Assemble brackets "A" and "B" to the inside of mower

mounting brackets as shown. Tighten securely. NOTE: Be sure bracket tabs are positioned in tab holes

in mower brackets. o Position nose roller between brackets and install rod

and relainer spring.

LOCK BOLT

TAB HOLE

RETAINER SPRING "A"BRACKET ROLLER

HEX ROD

.-lIB.

BRACKET

NOSE

FIG. 4

ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER

DECK (See Fig. 5)

The gauge wheels are designed to keep the mower deck in proper position when operaling mower. Be sure they are properly adjusted to ensure oplimum mower perfor-

mance. o Slide gauge wheel bar down into bracket channel, Be

sure that gauge wheel bar aligning holes are on top.

Assemble gauge wheels as shown using shoulder bolts,

3/8 washers and 3/8-16 center Iocknuts and tighten

securely.

ASSEMBLY

° For ease of mower to tractor assembly, raise gauge ,

wheels to highest position and retain with clevis pins and spring retainers. •

° Adjust gauge wheeis before operating mower. See"TO •

ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS" in the Operation section of this manual. •

RETAINERI

PIN_

ADJUSTING

SHOULDER BAR

BOLT _._

GAUGE WHEEL

3/SWASHER

3/8-16 CENTER

LOCKNUT

FIG. 5

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

(See Figs. 6 and 7)

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

• Cut and remove ties securing anti-sway bar and belts. Swing anti-sway bar to lell side of mower deck.

• Slide mower under tractor with deflector shield to right side of tractor.

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves.

If equipped, turn height adjuslment knob counter-

clockwise until it stops.

Lower mower linkage with altachment lift control. Install belt into electric clutch pulley groove. Place the suspension arms on outward pointing deck

pins. Relain with double loop relainer spring with loops up as shown.

Inslatl front plale assembly to tractor suspension brackets and retain with single loop relainer springs

as shown.

Position front plale assembly between front mower brackets. Raise deck and plate assembly to align holes

and insert flanged pins. Secure pins with double loop

relainer springs between the plate and mower brack _

els.

NOTE: To assist in locating hole in flanged pin, the hole in pin is inline with notch on head of pin. If necessary, move

mower side-te-sideto give space between plate and mower

brackets.

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing inall mower pulley grooves.

• Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under lell footrest and relain with double Ioop relainer spring.

• If equipped, turn heighl adjustment knob clockwise to

remove slack from mower suspension.

• Raise deck to highesl position.

• Adjust gauge wheets before operating mower as shown in the Operation section ofthis manual.

GAUGE WHEEL

DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER SPRING

USE PLIERS FOR

RETAINER SPRINGS

CHASSIS BRACKET

' LOOP UP

ANTI-SWAY BAR

SPRING (OUTWARD POINTING

SUSPENSION ARMS

DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER

DECK PINS)

ELECTRIC FRONT SUSPENSION BRACKETS

CLUTCH PULLEY

FRONT MOWER BRACKET PLATE

FLANGED PIN

ASSEMBLY

DEFLECTOR

SHIELD

FIG. 6

SINGLE

LOOP RETAINER

SPRINGS

ASSEMBLY

CHECKTIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated 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 MOWER LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower should be properly leveled. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and

Adjuslments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL

BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion, mower drive, and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Ad-

juslments section of this manual. Verify that the belts are

routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

Afleryou learn howto operate your tractor, checktoseethat the brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE"

in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

,/CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATEAND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC-

TOR. WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE

BEST PERFORMANCEAND SATISFACTION FROM THtS QUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST"

/ Allassembly instructions have been completed. / No remaining loose parts in carton.

/ Batteryis properly prepared and charged. (Minimum

1 hour at 6 amps).

/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. / AII tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes,

the tires were overinflaled at the factory).

/ Be sure mower deck is properIy leveled side-to-side/

frontqo-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly inflated for leveling).

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

properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

/ Check wiring. See thai allconnections are still secure

and wires are properly clamped.

/ Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel conlrol is in

drive position.

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

ITEMS:

/ Engine oil is at proper level. / Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasoline.

/ Become familiar with allcontrols - their location and

function. Operate them before you start the engine. / Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition. / It is important to purge the transmission before oper-

aling your tractor for the first time. Follow proper start-

ing and transmission purging instructions (See "TO

START ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in

the Operation section of this manual).

OPERATION

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

ing.

R N H L I\1

REVERSE NEUTRAL HtGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION

ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING DRAKE PARKtNG DRAKE PARKtNG DRAKE

LOCKED UNLOCKED

OVER TEMP FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD

LIGHT

®@@@@

ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED

FREE WHEEL

tAutornatte Models only)

Failure to follow instructions

could result in serious injury or death. The safety alert symbol

is used to identify safety inform-

ation about hazards which can

result in death, serious injury

and/or property damage.

DANGER, KEEP HANDS

AND FEET AWAY

& &

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,

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.

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTtON}

OPERATION

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

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

Compare the illuslralions with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the Iocalions of various controls and adjustmenls. Save this manual for future reference.

CLUTCH!BRAKE

PEDAL

FREEWHEEL CONTROL

THROTTLE

CHOKE CONTROL

HOURMETER

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH

SWITCH POSITION

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER

ATTACHMENT

LIFT LEVER

PARKING BRAKE

MOTION

CONTROL LEVER

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Slandards Inslitute.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH - Used to engage the mower blades, or cther altachments mounted to your

tractor.

LIGHT SWITCH POSITION - Turns the headlights on.

THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control engine speed. CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine.

FREE WHEEL CONTROL - Disengages transmission for

pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off. CLUTCHIBRAKE PEDAL - Used for dedutehing and

braking the tractor and starting the engine.

HOURMETER- Indicates hours of operation.

AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or discharging (-) of

batlery.

FIG. 7

PARKING BRAKE - Locks clutch/brake pedal inle the

brake position.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the speed and direction of tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to raise, lower and adjusl the mower deck or other atlachments mounled to

your tractor.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release allachment lift

lever when changing its position. IGNITION SWITCH - Used for slarting and slopping the

engine.

OPERATION

[L=_"_= ] in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or

I lE_ The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result 1

performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing

idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 8) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens-

ing switch. When engine is running, any altempt by the operalor to leave the seal without firsl sctting the parking

brake will shut off the engine.

, Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position

and hold.

, Place parking brake lever in"ENGAGED" position and

release pressure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should remain in "BRAKE" position. Make sure parking brake

will hold tractor secure.

may cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate this possibility, always slop engine when slopping tractor on

grass areas.

TO USETHROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 8)

Always operate engine al full throttle. , Operating engine al less than full thrcttle reduces the

battery charging rate.

° Full throttle offers the besl bagging and mower perfor-

mance.

LEVER

PARKING

CLUTCH!BRAKE "DISENGAGED;' BRAKE PEDAL "DRIVE" POSITION .ENGAGED _,

POSITION POSITION

FIG. 8

STOPPING (See Fig. 8)

MOWER BLADES -

, To stop mower blades,move altachment clutch switch

to "DISENGAGED" position.

GROUND DRIVE -

, To slop ground drive, depress clutch/brake pedat into

full "BRAKE" position..

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

IMPORTANT: THE MOTIONCONTROLLEVER DOES NOT RETURNTO NEUTRAL (1t) POSITION WHEN THE CLUTCH!

BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED. ENGINE -

, Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to slow position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engine to "backfire".

° Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and remove key.

Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent

unauthorized use.

° Never use choke to slop engine.

IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY POSITION OTHER THAN "OFF"WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY

TO BE DISCHARGED, (DEAD).

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.

° To engage choke control, pull knob out. Slowly push

knob in to disengage.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See Fig. 8)

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

° Slart tractor with motion control lever in neutral (N)

position. ° Release parking brake. , Slowly move ruction control lever to desired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 8)

The position of the attachment lift lever dctermines the culting height.

° Grasp lilt lever. ° Press plunger with thumb and move lever to desired

position. The culting height range is approximately 1-1/2 to 4".

The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine nol running. These heights are approximate

and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass being mowed.

° The average lawn should be cut to approximalely 2-1/2

inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches

during hot months. For healthier and belter looking

lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. , For besl cutting performance, grass over 6 inches

in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired height.

OPERATION

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9)

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly offthe ground when mower is at the desired culting height

in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in mosl terrain conditions.

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

. Adjusl mower to desired culting height (See 'q-o AD-

JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT' in the Operation section 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 rctainer spring into clevis pin. , Be sure all gauge wheels are in the same sctling.

IMPORTANT:BESURETO READJUSTGAUGEWHEELSIFYOU

CHANGE THE CUTTING HEIGHT OF THE MOWERDECK.

SPRING

RETAINER ..o_._] ___

FIG. 9

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10)

Your tractor is equipped with an operalor presence sensing switch. Any attempl by the operator to leave the seal 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 culting off when operaling your equipment on rough,

rolling terrain or hills. , Select desired height of cut. , Slart mower blades by engaging allachment clutch

control.

, TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage allachment

clutch control.

ATTACHMENT

LIFT LEVERHIGH

/ /

PUSHINTO

"DISENGAGE"

FIG. 10

POSITION

,DEFLECTOR

SHIELD

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

, Choose the slowest speed before slarting up or down

hills.

, Avoid slopping or changing speed on hills. , If slowing is necessary, move thrcttle control lever to

slower position.

, If slopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake

pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking

brake.

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

IMPORTANT: THE MOTIONCONTROL LEVER DOES NOT RETURNTO NEUTRAL (N) POSITION WHEN THE CLUTCH!

BRAKE PEDALIS DEPRESSED. , TOrestart movement, slowly release parking brake and

clutch/brake pedal. , Slowly move molion control lever to slowesl selting. ° Make all turns slowly.

TOTRANSPORT (See Figs. 7 and 11)

When pushing ortowingyour tractor, be sure to disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling

position. Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar ol tractor.

° Raise attachment lilt tohighest position with attachment

lilt control. ° Pull freewheel control out and down into the slct 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. NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting

your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured totractor. Use an appropriate means ol lying

hood to tractor (rope, cord, ctc.).

OPERATION

FIG. 11

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH-

MENTS

Tow only the altachmenls that are recommended by and comply with specificalions of the manufacturer of your trac-

tor. 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 filled with summer weight oil. . Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. , Remove oilfill cap/dipslick 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 dipslick is reached. Do not overfill. o For cold wealher operation you should change oil for

easier starting (See "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the

Maintenance section of this manual).

, To change engine oil, see the Maintenance section in

this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

, FilI fuel tank to bcttom of filler neck. Do not overfill.

Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a

minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will

increase carbon and Iead oxide deposits and reduce

valve life). Do nct mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel

in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure

fuet freshness.

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING ;N TEMPERATURES

BELOW32'F(0'C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER

START;NG.

CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can et- tract moisture which leads to separation and formation 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 storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empt_j. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storege Instructions for additional information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 8) When starting the engine for the firsl 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 thetransmission engaged

position.

, Sit on seat in operaling position, depress clutch/brake

pedal and set parking brake. . Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. . Move atlachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position.

, Move throltle control to fasl position . Pull choke control out for a cold engine start atlempt.

For a warm engine slart altempt the choke control may

not be needed. NOTE: Before slarting, read the warm and cold slarting

procedures below. . Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to

"START' position and release key as soon as engine

starts. Do nct run starter continuously for more than

fifteen seconds per minute. Ifthe engine does nct start

after several attempls, push choke control in, wait a

few minutes and try again. Ifengine slill does nct start,

pull the choke control out and relry. WARM WEATHER STARTING (50" F and above)

. When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until

the engine begins to run smocthly. If the engine starts

to run roughly, pull the choke control out slightly for a

few seconds and then conlinue to push the conlrol in

slowly. , The atlachments and ground drive can now be used. If

the engine does nct acoepl the load, reslart the engine

and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke

as described above. COLD WEATHER STARTING (50" F and below)

. When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until

the engine begins to run smocthly. Continue to push

the choke control in small slops allowing the engine to

accept small changes in speed and load, until the choke

control is fully in. Ifthe 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 seconds

to several minutes, depending on the temperature.

OPERATION

AUTOMATICTRANSMISSION WARM UP ° Slowly move ruction control lever forward, after the

• Before driving the unit in cold weather, thetransmission tractor moves approximately five (5) feet, slowly move should be warmed up as follows: motion control lever to reverse position. Alter the

. Be sure the tractor is on level ground, tractor moves approximately five (5) feet return the . Place the motion control lever in neutral, motion control lever to the neutral (N) position. Repeat

Release the parking brake and let the clutch/ times. brake slowly return to operating position.

. Allow oneminute fortransmission to warm up.This . Your transmission is now purged and now ready for

can be done during the engine warm up period, normal operation.

, The attachments can be used during the engine warm-

up period after the transmission has been warmed up and may require the choke control be pulled out slightly.

NOTE: If al a high altitude (above 3000 feel) or in cold temperalures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may

need to be adjusled for besl engine performance. See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjuslments

section of this manual.

PURGE TRANSMISSION

To ensure proper operalion and performance, it is recom- mended that the transmission be purged before operating

tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any trapped air inside the transmission which may have de-

veloped during shipping of your tractor. IMPORTANT: SHOULDYOURTRANSMISSION REQUIRE

REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT, IT

SHOULD BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATION

BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR.

° Place tractorsafely onlevelsurface with engine offand

parking brake set.

° Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control

in freewheeling position (See"TOTRANSPORT" in this section of manual).

. Silting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the en-

gine is running, move thrcttle control to slow position. With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly

disengage clutch/brake pedal.

° Move ruction control lever to full forward position and

hold for five (5) seconds. Move lever to full reverse position and hold for five (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 syslem.

. Move motion control leverto neutral iN) position. Shut-

off engine and set parking brake.

° Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in

driving position (See "TOTRANSPORT" in this section of manual).

° Silting inthetractor seat, start engine. Aflerthe engine

is running, move throttle control to hatf (1/2) speed. With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly

disengage clutch/brake pedal.

this procedure with the ruction control lever three (3)

MOWING TIPS

, Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per-

formance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjuslments section of this manual.

° The left hand side of mower should be used for trim-

ming.

. Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area

thal has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the machine. This will result in a more even dislribution of

clippings and more uniform culting.

° When mowing large areas, start byturningtothe righl so

that clippings will discharge away from shrubs, fences, driveways, elc. After one or lwo rounds, mow in the

opposite direction making left hand turns until finished

(See Fig. 12).

i •

FIG. 12

° If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to

reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip-

pings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the desired height.

° Do nct 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 discharge of malerial. Regulate ground speed by se-

lecting a Iow enough gear to give the mower culling performance as well as the quality ol cut desired.

. When operating altachments, select a ground speed

thal wilI suit the terrain and give besl performance of the attachment being used.

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